climbers
who care
where mental wellbeing and climbing meet
the MNTL method
Care is at our core. Whether its program design, workshops or community events, we create with care.
The MNTL methodology uses evidence-based practices guided by public health principles. We make the therapeutic potential of climbing accessible to all. Our program design services target marginalised communities and our community events and workshops are aimed at new and existing climbers. Our dream is a more diverse climbing community. Climbing is more than just the grades you climb; its joy, connectedness, community, self-compassion, self-reflection and awareness.
We reflect on climbing culture, grounded in the belief that climbing can be a mirror for life; its challenges and coping strategies. Ultimately, we aim to make care a foundational piece of climbing culture. We ask the question:
How can climbing make the world a better place?
“Climbing is a bridge between our PHYSICAL and MENTAL worlds. It connects us with our inner selves to better connect with the world around us. It’s a COMMUNITY and a WAY OF LIFE.”
program design
MNTL brings evidence-based, culturally responsive, climbing-based Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) programs aligned with WHO and public health approaches to marginalised peoples.
awareness events
MNTL runs awareness raising events and workshops that further our vision of a more conscientious world. We curate bespoke workshops that center care and communities in its design.
climbers who care
CWC is a working group that connects climbing for social change organisations globally. We meet monthly and discuss best practices, collaborate and support each others’ work in this field!
our story
MNTL started as a dream to use climbing as a tool to make the world a better place.
Our aim is to establish a global community of climbers where mental health goes beyond the individual to impact our communal and collective wellbeing.
We run events and programmes that serve as spaces for connection, awareness and care.
founders
DONAL is a seasoned climber and all-round wholesome guy! In 2022, he left Ireland with
just the essentials packed into a van. Today, he combines a contagious climbing passion with a deep care for the natural world.
NABIHAH is most comfortable sharing jokes and feeding folks! She trained as a doctor and worked in mental health before ditching the clinic for the crag! She shares the therapeutic potential of climbing with those who need it most.
our story
MNTL started as a dream to use climbing as a tool to make the world a better place.
Our aim is to establish a global community of climbers where mental health goes beyond the individual to impact our communal and collective wellbeing.
We run events and programmes that serve as spaces for connection, awareness and care.
founders
DONAL is a seasoned climber and all-round wholesome guy! In 2022, he left Ireland with
just the essentials packed into a van. Today, he combines a contagious climbing passion with a deep care for the natural world.
NABIHAH is most comfortable sharing jokes and feeding folks! She trained as a doctor and worked in mental health before ditching the clinic for the crag! She shares the therapeutic potential of climbing with those who need it most.