Mentoring for Neurodivergent
Young People & Families

Non-medical support - neurodivergent mentoring that builds capacity, regulation and independence for young people navigating education, university and life transitions. Includes guidance for parents.

Specialist mentoring outcomes:

  • Improved school/university engagement.

  • Increased emotional regulation.

  • Stronger executive function.

  • Reduced burnout.

  • Greater independence.

  • Confidence navigating transitions.

Choosing your support path:

Specialist Mentoring:

Specialist mentoring supporting neurodivergent students (18-25) to build emotional, cognitive, and practical capacity, such as:

  • Regulation

  • Executive function & workload management

  • University engagement and adjustment

  • Identity and confidence

  • Independence skills

  • Burnout prevention

Study Skills Support:

Capacity-building strategies to support students (18–25) in managing study and learning demands, such as:

  • Breaking tasks into manageable steps and planning work effectively

  • Structuring written work to build confidence and clarity

  • Developing revision routines that reduce overwhelm and increase focus

  • Using memory strategies to support independence and retention

  • Organising time and tasks to manage workload sustainably

Parent Guidance:

Parent guidance to support caregivers in building capacity for themselves and their young person (16–25), including:

  • Understanding nervous system patterns

  • Co‑regulation strategies

  • Reducing conflict

  • Supporting communication

  • Pacing expectations

FAQs

  • This is mentoring focused on building skills and capacity, not therapy or medical treatment.

  • Currently, sessions are private. Funding via DSA or EHCP may be possible in the future.

  • Usually 45–60 minutes, flexible based on need.

  • Typically weekly or fortnightly, depending on your goals and schedule.

  • Sessions can run in-person - if local, or online.’