Mentoring

Encouragement, Connection, and Confidence for Young People

About Mentoring

We know that growing up isn’t always easy—and some children and teens need a little extra support along the way. Our mentoring service offers a safe, supportive relationship with a trusted adult who is there to listen, guide, encourage, and champion your child as they navigate life’s challenges.

Mentoring is not therapy—it’s a positive, proactive relationship that builds confidence, resilience, and connection in a young person’s life.

What is Mentoring?

Mentoring is a personalised, one-on-one support relationship between a young person and a trained mentor. Mentors offer guidance, encouragement, and a listening ear—helping children and teens to:

Build confidence and self-esteem
Strengthen social and emotional skills
Talk through worries, frustrations, or tricky situations
Explore identity, purpose, and strengths
Set and work towards personal goals
Feel seen, heard, and supported by a consistent, caring adult

Who is Mentoring For?

Mentoring can be a great fit for children or teens who:

Feel anxious or overwhelmed
Are experiencing changes at home or school
Need help navigating friendships or social situations
Could benefit from a positive role model
Are neurodivergent and would enjoy regular encouragement from a trusted adult
Want to build confidence, resilience, and a stronger sense of self

We work with each child as an individual—mentoring looks different depending on their age, needs, interests, and preferences.

What Happens in a Mentoring Session?

Mentoring sessions are flexible, engaging, and completely tailored to the young person. Depending on their goals and interests, sessions might include:

Chatting about school, friendships, or life in general
Playing games, working on creative projects, or spending time outdoors
Setting small goals and celebrating progress
Practising emotional regulation and self-reflection
Learning simple strategies to handle stress, change, or tricky emotions

Our mentors are compassionate and experienced in working with young people.

Our Process

Family Connection

We begin with a conversation with the child’s parent or caregiver to understand what kind of support might be most helpful. We talk through what mentoring could look like and match your child with a mentor who’s a good fit.

Building Trust

The early sessions are about connection. We give the child time to get to know their mentor and feel safe and relaxed in the space.

Support in Action

Once the relationship is established, sessions are shaped around the child’s needs and goals. Mentoring may be short-term or ongoing.

Reflecting and Growing

We regularly check in with parents/caregivers to share updates, reflect on progress, and adjust support as needed.

The benefits of Mentoring

Children gain a stronger sense of self-worth through consistent encouragement.

Mentoring helps young people learn to express themselves, navigate relationships, and manage emotions.

Having a non-judgemental listener helps children feel less alone and more in control.

Mentors model respectful conversation, curiosity, and empathy—skills that children carry into other areas of life.

Parents and whānau benefit from knowing their child has another caring adult in their corner.

Our Mentoring Team

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