FOR RECREATIONAL CLIMBERS
Science-backed psychological coaching for climbers.
For climbers who want to work through fear, self-doubt, frustration, overthinking, or loss of trust in themselves, and build a healthier, steadier relationship with climbing.
Whether you feel stuck on a plateau, hold yourself back when it starts to matter, or find that climbing has become heavier and less enjoyable than it used to be, this is a space to understand what is going on and work with it in a practical, evidence-informed way.
For climbers of all levels – indoor, outdoor, and alpine. Practical tools that connect directly to climbing.
Does this feel familiar?
➤ You feel held back by fear of falling or fear of failing, and struggle to commit fully.
➤ You overthink, compare yourself to others, or struggle to trust your own decisions.
➤ You get close to sending a project, but feel more pressure the closer you get.
➤ You lose confidence quickly and find it hard to recover after disappointment.
➤ Frustration, self-criticism, or perfectionism take some of the joy out of climbing.
What we can help you build.
➤ More trust in yourself and your decisions.
➤ Better ways of working with fear, doubt, and frustration.
➤ Greater emotional steadiness on and off the wall.
➤ A more confident and compassionate relationship with yourself.
➤ More enjoyment, motivation, and presence in your climbing.
➤ Clearer direction in what you want from climbing and how you want to approach it.
How we work.
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Step 1
Request a free intro call
Let’s have a 30-minute call to explore your background, current challenges, and what you want to improve. The call is free and without obligation.
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Step 2
Get the right recommendation
If it feels like a good fit, we explain the most suitable next step clearly and simply.
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Step 3
Start online or in-person
Our work is grounded in psychological science and translated into tools, reflections, and approaches you can actually apply in climbing.
Trusted by the global climbing community.
Meet the Team
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![Madeleine Crane Sport Psychologist Climbing Psychology]()
Madeleine Crane
FOUNDER, CEO & SPORT PSYCHOLOGIST
Madeleine is a passionate climber who has been climbing for more than 20 years herself, competing nationally and internationally for almost 15 years. She is a certified sport psychologist and systemic coach, lives in the West of Austria (close to the Swiss border) and is specialised on climbing. She has been working with climbers and climbing coaches from all around the globe, regardless of their age or professional level. Madeleine also has a cooperation with the local Olympic Center in Vorarlberg. When she is not working, you will very likely find her at one of the local crags, in the gym or at home, baking something. -
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Carina Jungblut
SPORT PSYCHOLOGIST & CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST I.E.
Carina is a certified sports psychologist and clinical psychologist based in the stunning climbing mecca of Innsbruck, Austria. Specializing in developmental psychology, her focus lies on working with youth climbers. Having grown up in a nearby mountainous region, Carina feels deeply connected to the landscape—mountains truly feel like home to her. Passionate about outdoor sports, especially climbing, she cherishes the exhilarating sense of freedom it brings. Carina thrives on pushing her limits and exploring her mental edge. -
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Kaisa Soininen
SPORT PSYCHOLOGIST
Kaisa is a Sports and Exercise Psychologist based in Helsinki, Finland. She has worked with recreational and competitive climbers and specialised in dealing with perfectionism, a high drive for performance among recreational climbers, career transitioning, stress management and commitment via deepening self-knowledge. She found her passion for climbing in her forties and wants to continue climbing for decades ahead.
Ready to work on the mental side of your climbing?
Request a free 30-minute intro call to discuss your goals, your current challenges, and the kind of support that might help most. There is no pressure and no obligation, just a chance to see whether working together feels like the right fit.