Mentoring at Drama In Mind

Many children and young people can feel overwhelmed by the challenges they face in everyday life. Our mentoring team is here to help, offering a safe, supportive space where young people can be heard, build confidence and develop their strengths.

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At Drama In Mind, we offer 1:1 (one-to-one) or group mentoring, both face-to-face and online.

 

Sessions usually take place during term time, but can also be arranged during school holidays.

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Each session lasts up to one hour, or can be tailored to the needs of the young person.

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Meet Our Mentoring Team​

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Our mentoring team brings different experiences, perspectives and approaches to supporting children and young people. Each mentor takes the time to understand the individual, creating a safe and supportive space where young people can feel heard, build confidence and develop their strengths.

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Nicola – Mentor & SEND consultant

Nicola brings a strong understanding of SEND, neurodiversity and the different experiences that can shape a young person's confidence, wellbeing and sense of belonging. Her approach is centred on listening to each young person, understanding what they need and helping them recognise their own strengths.

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With both professional and lived experience of navigating the education system, Nicola is particularly passionate about helping young people with SEND feel understood, valued and able to express themselves authentically. She creates a supportive space where young people can explore challenges, build self-belief and feel more confident in who they are.

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Lucille – Mentor & Designated Safeguarding Lead

Lucille has a natural ability to build trusting relationships with young people, creating a space where they feel comfortable being themselves, talking openly and knowing they will be listened to without judgement.

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With many years of experience supporting children, Lucille brings patience, understanding and a wealth of practical experience to her mentoring. She is passionate about helping young people navigate the challenges they face, while encouraging them to recognise their strengths and build confidence in themselves.

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For Lucille, mentoring is about more than the time spent in a session. She values the relationships she builds with young people and is proud that many continue to stay in touch with her long after their mentoring has ended.

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Mel – Mentor

Mel brings a calm, nurturing presence to her mentoring sessions, creating an environment where young people can feel at ease and express themselves without judgement. She takes the time to understand each young person as an individual, recognising that everyone communicates and responds to support differently.

Mel is particularly passionate about using creative approaches to help young people explore their feelings, develop confidence and build positive connections. Her gentle and encouraging approach helps young people feel heard while supporting them to discover their own voice, strengths and potential.