Why Climbing Therapy? | Climbing Therapy

A licensed therapist and rock guide meeting you at the crag, the gym, and everywhere in between.

Process over performance. Whether you've never touched a climbing wall or you're a seasoned athlete, new to talk therapy or years into your healing journey, I will meet you where you're at. The magic isn't in your climbing ability or how much you've processed. It's in the combination of intention, emotional attunement, and teamwork.

Release Trauma
Process Grief
Reclaim Power
Take Control
Be Responsible

Climbing's Therapeutic Edge

Climbing therapy heals through movement, relationship, and growth. Participants discover new ways to build trust and feel secure in themselves and with others. The focused nature naturally draws people into the present, offering relief from life's challenges. As participants progress at their own pace, each achievement builds lasting confidence and resilience.

Stress Regulation

'Climbing regulates cortisol and improves heart rate variability, and stress resilience. Controlled exposure to challenges retrains your nervous system's stress response in a safe environment.'

- Davi Pettit, Psychotherapist

Meditation

'Climbing affords me the opportunity to be fully present in my body, while strengthening my internal compass and mental toolkit in life.'

- Jen Pfotenhauer, K-5 Literacy Coach

Growth

'Climbing offers opportunities for continuous physical development and personal growth at any age by challenging us to get outside of our comfort zone in a non-competitive, self-paced, environment.'

- Bray Lake

Confidence

'Climbing has given me the opportunity to face my fears in a safe, encouraging, (and fun!) place. I feel more confidence now, that I can do hard things and be brave when anxiety or uncertainty exists.'

- Katrina Mautner, Psychotherapist

Belonging

'As someone who has struggled at times with symptoms of depression and ADHD burnout, climbing has been a powerful way for me to integrate my mind and body towards presence, while providing a sense of belonging in the incredibly welcoming climbing community. It’s been an an invaluable part in my mental health journey!'

- Kwasi Adusei, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Self-Efficacy

'I felt strong and accomplished after the climb, proving to myself that I could do what I thought impossible. I may be small, but I know that I can continue to get stronger.

- Mika Kie Weissbuch, Director

All skills are welcome.

1/4

Complete Beginner

Find Your First Hold

You're curious but nervous about climbing, seeking enjoyable movement-based therapy beyond traditional office sessions.

1/5

Gym To Crag

Bridge Indoor & Outdoor Worlds

'Climbing is one of the first things that made me feel strong, confident, and free in my body. It helps me learn to trust myself and trust the other people I'm with.'

You seek climbing's therapeutic outdoor benefits, needing support to manage anxiety in uncontrolled environments.