For Social Services

Trusted mentoring to stabilise placements and reduce crisis

National research shows mentoring strengthens resilience, decision-making and problem-solving skills in young people—qualities that directly reduce placement breakdown risk and long-term vulnerability.

“Mentoring has been shown to help stabilise young people in challenging placements, reduce crisis moments, and allow social workers to devote more time to broader casework.” — based on qualitative findings from Grace Gowdy et al. (2023)

Core and Capital Mentoring — in Real Life.

For over 12 years, I’ve been employed by social services as a private mentor, often called in to work with the most complex young people. Social workers trust me because I provide time, consistency and relational stability—things that are hard to deliver when caseloads are overwhelming.

What I offer social workers and services:

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Reliable support for young people with ASD, ADHD and complex trauma

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Reduction of placement breakdowns by building trusted relationships

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Flexible, needs-led mentoring: through sports, in cafes, walks, activities and through gentle conversations

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Consistent updates and communication with placements, social workers and families

I know how stretched social workers are. My role is to be the reliable point of connection for the young person—helping to prevent crises and create stability, so the wider system can function better.

I support some of the most complex young people and care leavers by:

Building trust and providing regular, predictable contact

Helping stabilise placements through consistent relational support

Consult with professional networks on how best to meet a young persons needs

Working flexibly around the young person’s needs

Offering reliable communication with social workers, families and placements

My knowledge on the impact of childhood trauma greatly informs my practice.
Social workers value my experience with young people with ASD, ADHD and complex trauma histories and knowing that I provide the time and continuity that busy caseloads often don’t allow.

If you’d like to discuss mentoring or counselling support,
please get in touch.

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