Athletes
GUIDING GROWTHON AND OFF THE FIELD
1:1 athlete care from one of Europe’s most experienced athlete counselling teams to help navigate the complex demands of high-level sport.
WHO WE WORK WITH
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Aspiring athletes recognized by a sport-governing body, or another accredited body, as competing at minimum federal state level.
Senior athletes recognized by a sport-governing body, or another accredited body, as competing at minimum federal state level or minimum national level.
Former senior athletes who had been recognized by a sport-governing body, or another accredited body, as competing at minimum federal state level or minimum national level.
Sport coaches employed by a national sport federation or a professional sport body.
What athletes say about us
PERFORMANCEMEETS PURPOSE
PERFORMANCEMEETS PURPOSE
Athlete journey support. At TWIN, we empower you to reach your full potential – both within and beyond the realm of sport. Our comprehensive support services are designed to help you balance your athletic, educational, and personal development while navigating the most challenging phases of your journey.
As former athletes, our team consists of professionals who truly understand your world. We provide support across all sports disciplines and at every stage of athletic development, from junior level to elite competition and post-athletic life.
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Empowering the whole-person athlete. Your sport does not define who you are – it is just one part of what you do. You have many talents, and we are here to help you discover and cultivate them systematically, both in sport and beyond.
Tailor-made gateways to success. Making informed decisions, managing your lifestyle, and balancing sport with education are crucial for both performance and well-being. Our team of experts guides you along your unique dual career path, from selecting the right studies to successfully entering the job market.
Turning injury into an opportunity for growth. Let us be honest, a severe injury is one of the toughest challenges an athlete can face. It always seems to come at the worst time, and it can feel unfair – like a thief of dreams. But injuries are part of many athletic journeys, making professional injury management essential. Alongside your physical rehab, we support you in navigating the psychological and social hurdles, helping you discover personal growth opportunities during this difficult time.
Staying ahead of the game. Mental skills are a core component of contemporary high-level sport. They represent a crucial basis for your well-being, competition performance, and sustainable career development. We help you develop attitudes, perspectives, strategies, and processes that lead to optimal performance.
Championing change. Whether it is moving from junior to senior level, relocating to play for a new club, studying abroad, or retiring from sport, change comes in many forms – and it is never easy. We are here to help you navigate and adapt to both planned and unexpected transitions at every stage of your athletic journey.
PERFORMANCE MEETS PURPOSE
Athlete journey support. At TWIN, we empower you to reach your full potential – both within and beyond the realm of sport. Our comprehensive support services are designed to help you balance your athletic, educational, and personal development while navigating the most challenging phases of your journey.
As former athletes, our team consists of professionals who truly understand your world. We provide support across all sports disciplines and at every stage of athletic development, from junior level to elite competition and post-athletic life.
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Empowering the whole-person athlete. Your sport does not define who you are – it is just one part of what you do. You have many talents, and we are here to help you discover and cultivate them systematically, both in sport and beyond.
Tailor-made gateways to success. Making informed decisions, managing your lifestyle, and balancing sport with education are crucial for both performance and well-being. Our team of experts guides you along your unique dual career path, from selecting the right studies to successfully entering the job market.
Turning injury into an opportunity for growth. Let us be honest, a severe injury is one of the toughest challenges an athlete can face. It always seems to come at the worst time, and it can feel unfair – like a thief of dreams. But injuries are part of many athletic journeys, making professional injury management essential. Alongside your physical rehab, we support you in navigating the psychological and social hurdles, helping you discover personal growth opportunities during this difficult time.
Staying ahead of the game. Mental skills are a core component of contemporary high-level sport. They represent a crucial basis for your well-being, competition performance, and sustainable career development. We help you develop attitudes, perspectives, strategies, and processes that lead to optimal performance.
Championing change. Whether it is moving from junior to senior level, relocating to play for a new club, studying abroad, or retiring from sport, change comes in many forms – and it is never easy. We are here to help you navigate and adapt to both planned and unexpected transitions at every stage of your athletic journey.
LIFE SKILLS
Empowering the whole-person athlete. Your sport does not define who you are – it is just one part of what you do. You have many talents, and we are here to help you discover and cultivate them systematically, both in sport and beyond.
CAREER SKILLS
Tailor-made gateways to success. Making informed decisions, managing your lifestyle, and balancing sport with education are crucial for both performance and well-being. Our team of experts guides you along your unique dual career path, from selecting the right studies to successfully entering the job market.
PERFORMANCE SKILLS
Staying ahead of the game. Mental performance is a core component of contemporary high-level sport. It represents a crucial basis for your well-being, competition level, and sustainable career development. We help you prepare for and deal with the most demanding periods of your journey.
LIFE SKILLS
Empowering the whole-person athlete. Your sport does not define who you are – it is just one part of what you do. You have many talents, and we are here to help you discover and cultivate them systematically, both in sport and beyond.
CAREER SKILLS
Tailor-made gateways to success. Making informed decisions, managing your lifestyle, and balancing sport with education are crucial for both performance and well-being. Our team of experts guides you along your unique dual career path, from selecting the right studies to successfully entering the job market.
PERFORMANCE SKILLS
Staying ahead of the game. Mental performance is a core component of contemporary high-level sport. It represents a crucial basis for your well-being, competition level, and sustainable career development. We help you prepare for and deal with the most demanding periods of your journey.
HOW THIS WORKS
Get in touch. Send us a message via email or WhatsApp. We promise to respond within 24 hours.
First talk. In a free 15-minute video call, we discuss your situation and explore how we can best support you.
Let’s get started! We pair you with the TWIN expert who best fits your needs, so you can begin working right away.
HOW THIS WORKS
Get in touch. Send us a message via email or WhatsApp. We promise to respond within 24 hours.
First talk. In a free 15-minute video call, we discuss your situation and explore how we can best support you.
Let’s get started! We pair you with the TWIN expert who best fits your needs, so you can begin working right away.
FREE DOWNLOAD
RESPECT YOUR TALENT APP
Micro training in your pocket. Mental Fitness, Dual Career, Sports Law, Anti-Doping, Media, Nutrition: Originally developed for young handball players by the EHF in cooperation with TWIN, the Respect Your Talent App is a freely accessible educational resource for all athletes.
"Enabling sustainable pathways is an affair of the heart to us. We have assisted the personal journeys of hundreds of high-performers; from young aspiring talents to world cup winners and Olympic champions."
"Enabling sustainable pathways is an affair of the heart to us. We have assisted the personal journeys of hundreds of high-performers; from young aspiring talents to world cup winners and Olympic champions."
Wolfgang Stockinger
WolfgangStockinger
"Enabling sustainable pathways is an affair of the heart to us. We have assisted the personal journeys of hundreds of high-performers; from young aspiring talents to world cup winners and Olympic champions."
"Enabling sustainable pathways is an affair of the heart to us. We have assisted the personal journeys of hundreds of high-performers; from young aspiring talents to world cup winners and Olympic champions."
Wolfgang Stockinger
WolfgangStockinger
FAQ
Athlete counselling is a professional collaboration between an athlete and a qualified person trained in the fields of psychology, psychotherapy or counselling. TWIN uses a person-centred, individualised approach to supporting your development and well-being in all aspects of athlete life – ensuring you successfully manage the transitions, challenges and choices encountered within your high-performance environment and in life outside of sport.
TWIN currently provides counselling in English, German, French, Spanish, Dutch, and Afrikaans language.
Sure. Counselling sessions can take place online on your preferred digital platform.
On-site sessions can take place in our TWIN Office in Salzburg (Austria) or in one of our counselling hubs in Amsterdam (The Netherlands) and Cape Town (South Africa).
Only after prior co-ordination with you. As your support network plays a crucial role for your pathways, it can sometimes be smart to include your sport coach, parents or other important people in your life to work together towards sustainable results.
Mental health is a state of well-being in which an individual realizes their own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to their community. It reflects high levels of social, psychological, and emotional well-being and functioning, as well as the absence of mental ill-health or mental disorders.
Our fee depends on your personal case. In a first free call, we inform you about costs. Agreed sessions can be cancelled free of charge by phone or email up to at least 24 hours before the appointment. For later cancellations, the session will be charged.
FREE DOWNLOAD
RESPECT YOUR TALENT APP
Training at your fingertips. Mental Fitness, Dual Career, Media, Sports Law, Anti-Doping, and Nutrition: Originally created for young handball players by the EHF in collaboration with TWIN, the Respect Your Talent App is a unique educational resource for all athletes.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Athlete counselling is a professional collaboration between an athlete and a qualified person trained in the fields of psychology, psychotherapy or counselling. TWIN uses a person-centred, individualised approach to supporting your development and well-being in all aspects of athlete life – ensuring you successfully manage the transitions, challenges and choices encountered within your high-performance environment and in life outside of sport.
TWIN currently provides counselling in English, German, French, Spanish, Dutch, and Afrikaans language.
Sure. Counselling sessions can take place online on your preferred digital platform.
On-site sessions can take place in our TWIN Office in Salzburg (Austria) or in one of our counselling hubs in Amsterdam (The Netherlands) and Cape Town (South Africa).
Only after prior co-ordination with you. As your support network plays a crucial role for your pathways, it can sometimes be smart to include your sport coach, parents or other important people in your life to work together towards sustainable results.
Mental health is a state of well-being in which an individual realizes their own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to their community. It reflects high levels of social, psychological, and emotional well-being and functioning, as well as the absence of mental ill-health or mental disorders.
Our fee depends on your personal case. In a first free call, we inform you about costs. Agreed sessions can be cancelled free of charge by phone or email up to at least 24 hours before the appointment. For later cancellations, the session will be charged.
FREE DOWNLOAD
RESPECT YOUR TALENT APP
Training at your fingertips. Mental Fitness, Dual Career, Media, Sports Law, Anti-Doping, and Nutrition: Originally created for young handball players by the EHF in collaboration with TWIN, the Respect Your Talent App is a unique educational resource for all athletes.
INJURY MANAGEMENT
INJURY MANAGEMENT
Helping you make an injury a time for growth. We feel you. Your injury comes at the wrong time. It seems unfair. It sometimes can even build up to be a thief of dreams. Getting injured is often as tough as it gets for an athlete. At the same time, injuries are a natural part of the journey. Thus, professional injury management is crucial. Alongside your physical rehabilitation, we help you deal with the psychological and social challenges of this difficult period.
- Selection of educational programme
- Study coaching & progress planning
- Workload & time management
- Lifestyle advice
- Job training & application support
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INJURY MANAGEMENT
INJURY MANAGEMENT
Helping you make an injury a time for growth. We feel you. Your injury comes at the wrong time. It seems unfair. It sometimes can even build up to be a thief of dreams. Getting injured is often as tough as it gets for an athlete. At the same time, injuries are a natural part of the journey. Thus, professional injury management is crucial. Alongside your physical rehabilitation, we help you deal with the psychological and social challenges of this difficult period.
- Selection of educational programme
- Study coaching & progress planning
- Workload & time management
- Lifestyle advice
- Job training & application support
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360° ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT
360° ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT
A network of specialists on your side. Athlete support by TWIN empowers you to reach your full potential – both in and out of sport. Our counselling services help you integrate your sporting, educational and personal development, as well as deal with most challenging periods.
Being former athletes ourselves, our team is composed of professionals that understand your competitive journey first-hand. We support all sport disciplines and all stages of an athletic development, spanning from junior level to elite sport and post-athletic life.
Areas of support:
Areas of support:
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Empowering the whole-person athlete. Your sport is not what you are, but what you do. There are many talents within you. Growing your whole Self does not only benefit a distant future, but is also destined to improve your athletic performance. We help bring out the best of your talents systematically – in and outside of sport.
- Personal development planning
- Skills training
Tailor-made gateways to personal success. Making well-considered decisions, managing one’s own lifestyle, and balancing sport & education are key factors to both performance and well-being. Our team of experts supports you on your very dual career pathway, from choosing the right study to entering the job market.
- Selection of educational programme
- Study coaching & progress planning
- Workload & time management
- Lifestyle advice
- Job training & application support
Championing change. Relocating to another country to play for a new club? Studying abroad? Moving up from junior to senior level? Change comes in many forms. And change is challenging. We support you in preparing for and adapting to various types of planned or unplanned transitions at each phase of your athletic journey.
Staying ahead of the game. Mental health is a core component of contemporary high-level sport. It represents a crucial basis for your well-being, competition performance, and sustainable career development. We help you prepare for and deal with the most demanding periods of your journey.
- Resilience training
- Stress management
- Dealing with crisis
- Transition-out-of-sport support
360° ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT
360° ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT
We care. As high-level athletes, you are fully committed to your sport. While it plays a significant role in your life, it is not the entire story. Athlete support by TWIN empowers you to reach your full potential – both on and off the field of play.
A network of specialists is on your side: Being former athletes ourselves, our team is composed of professionals that understand your competitive journey first-hand. Our multi-lingual counselling sessions can take place on-site in one of our counselling hubs, or virtually on your preferred digital platform.
Areas of support:
Areas of support:
Click + for details
Empowering the whole-person athlete. Your sport is not what you are, but what you do. There are many talents within you. Growing your whole Self does not only benefit a distant future, but is also destined to improve your athletic performance. We help bring out the best of your talents systematically – in and outside of sport.
- Personal development planning
- Skills training
Tailor-made gateways to personal success. Making well-considered decisions, managing one’s own lifestyle, and balancing sport & education are key factors to both performance and well-being. Our team of experts supports you on your very dual career pathway, from choosing the right study to entering the job market.
- Selection of educational programme
- Study coaching & progress planning
- Workload & time management
- Lifestyle advice
- Job training & application support
Championing change. Relocating to another country to play for a new club? Studying abroad? Moving up from junior to senior level? Change comes in many forms. And change is challenging. We support you in preparing for and adapting to various types of planned or unplanned transitions at each phase of your athletic journey.
Staying ahead of the game. Mental health is a core component of contemporary high-level sport. It represents a crucial basis for your well-being, competition performance, and sustainable career development. We help you prepare for and deal with the most demanding periods of your journey.
- Resilience training
- Stress management
- Dealing with crisis
- Transition-out-of-sport support