Mentoring Support

What is mentoring? 

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Mentoring is a collaborative relationship which is focused on self-development and supporting the client to reach their potential. Mentoring is not a substitute for counselling,
therapy or mental health treatment, and does not provide medical advice.   
 

I work with neurodivergent adults, whether they are formally diagnosed, self-identified or questioning.

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My mentoring sessions are confidential, one-to-one, person-centred sessions, facilitated by an autistic and ADHD mentor with lived experience of neurodivergence as well as academic and professional training.   I support people to understand their neurodivergence and its relationship to their strengths, skills and challenges.  All sessions are adapted and personalised to you, and you have full control over what we do; I can provide suggestions and direction if needed.  

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During sessions, you have my undivided attention as we work together to address your priorities, whether that be self-improvement, maintaining your current lifestyle or tackling challenges. It's okay if you don't know what your priorities are - we can figure that out together.   
 

Support sessions are typically delivered by video call, as this allows a face-to-face conversation and sharing of my screen, but you can turn your camera off if that makes you more comfortable.

As a trusting relationship is key to mentoring, you can receive support for as long as you need or want to continue (with no pressure or obligation to keep going). 

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How could mentoring benefit me?
 

Potential benefits of mentoring are very individual, but may include:
 

• receiving adapted and personalised suggestions of resources and strategies

• relating to someone with similar lived experience and validation of your feelings and perspectives

• an opportunity for discussion, brainstorming and organising thoughts

• support and encouragement

• a different perspective

• dedicated time and space for yourself and your needs

• identifying and working towards your goals 

• sharing of knowledge and tips 

• a confidential space to offload your thoughts 

• increased self-awareness, self-acceptance and self-confidence 

• improved self-advocacy skills

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What do mentoring sessions look like?

Sessions are typically 50 minutes long and delivered by video call.  The structure and content depends on the client's wishes, but often includes: active listening and reflection; brainstorming; sharing of lived experiences; sharing of resources such as books, podcasts, music, videos (even memes!); setting and working towards goals; planning; development of skills such as time management or self-advocacy; reassurance and encouragement.  

Some of the topics I've supported people with include: 

• understanding their diagnosis/neurotype 

• identifying needs and ways to meet them 

• relationship difficulties including setting boundaries 

• exploring sexual orientation and gender identity 

• managing household tasks and organisation 

• obtaining reasonable adjustments in education or at work 

• deciding whether or not to disclose a disability 

• forming routines

• self-care 
   

If you're not sure if mentoring is suitable for your situation, just ask! Free consultations are available to explore whether this service is right for you. 

I can also signpost you to other support services if you're facing challenges outside the scope of mentoring.  

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