*According to Slovenian regulations, a sport psychologist is (sport) counselor, working by CBT and a performance coach. They teach performance techniques like goal setting, relaxation, concentration, and coping skills while also listening and understanding the athlete. A sport psychologist helps athletes identify obstacles, cognitive distortions, and areas of improvement. They offer a confidential and supportive environment to address problems related to athletic life, such as burnout, injuries, coach or parent communication, and ending a sports career. They aim to create a safe and non-judgmental space for relief and support, focusing on athlete improvement, growth, and holistic wellbeing.

As you can see, a sport psychologist is much more than just a coach who teaches relaxation, goal setting or activation techniques. They should strive for athlete growth, improvement, and overall well being while also understanding the demands and specifics of the sport discipline, such as climbing.

I personally strive to be such a sport psychologist, always aiming for high standards just as I did in my climbing career.