About me
I am a dedicated sport psychologist and coach with a passion for helping athletes and professionals reach their full potential. I currently work as team psychologist for 1. FC Union Berlin and Veolia Towers Hamburg, and offer individual coaching and workshops across a wide range of sports and industries.
Current work
- Team psychologist, professional squad, 1. FC Union Berlin (football)
- Sport psychologist, professional and youth teams, Veolia Towers Hamburg (basketball)
- Sport psychologist, professional squad, VfL Lübeck-Schwartau (handball)
- Individual coaching for athletes and coaches in basketball, football, ice hockey, water polo, tennis, equestrian, skiing and more
- Coaching and workshops for businesses
- Lecturer at UE
Qualifications
- Master's in Sport Psychology
- Master's in Management
- Bachelor's in Applied Psychology
- Certified emergency psychologist
- Degree in Philosophy
- Coaching training
- Commercial training with hands-on experience across many companies and sectors
Services
- Individual coaching for athletes and coaches in every sport
- Individual coaching for anyone who wants to keep growing
- Workshops, seminars and talks on psychology, sport and business
- Specialism: giftedness
Partners & clients
Books
Blind Date Sportpsychologie
A practical insight into working with sport psychologists – for individual and team athletes, coaches, club officials, associations, parents, referees and anyone interested (in German)
Fluch oder Segen? – Das Leben mit einem hochbegabten Kind
Raising a child is a task. Raising a gifted child is a demanding task. Raising a highly gifted child is a real challenge! (in German)
In the media
Frequently asked questions
How is sport psychology different from mental training?
Sport psychology is an academic discipline built on university degrees in psychology. It differs fundamentally from "mental training", which is not a protected title: it relies on scientifically tested methods to support professional athletes, teams and executives in a lasting, individual and in-depth way.
Can sessions take place remotely (Zoom / phone)?
Yes, working together remotely via Zoom and phone is possible worldwide. This allows continuous support for athletes and coaches in Switzerland, Germany, Austria and internationally – including after a transfer or while travelling for away games.
Are sessions available in English?
Yes, Renate Eichenberger works fluently in German and English. This is a particular advantage in international professional sport (such as the basketball BBL or the football Bundesliga) and in multinational leadership teams.
Which sports and industries do you work with?
Alongside long-term mandates in professional sport (basketball, football, handball), Renate Eichenberger works with individual athletes, coaches, officials and referees from every sport (tennis, skiing, Swiss wrestling, golf and more). Further focus areas are executive coaching for leaders and specialist advice on giftedness.