This mentoring is designed for teens (ages 13-18) who are feeling stuck, drifting, or searching for direction. Whether they're struggling with motivation, overwhelmed by choices, dealing with academic pressure, or simply trying to figure out who they are and what they want—this is for them. It's also great for teens who are doing "fine" but want to level up and become more intentional about their lives.

School guidance counselors play an important role, but they’re responsible for hundreds of students and are primarily focused on academics—course selection, graduation requirements, and college applications.

This mentorship is fundamentally different. It’s dedicated one-on-one time focused on your teen as a person, not a transcript.

I help teens do school better by building the skills schools often don’t have time to teach: discipline, focus, time management, handling pressure, confidence, and decision-making. Everything is personalized to what your teen actually needs—not a one-size-fits-all approach.

Students gain practical tools that make a real difference day to day: studying effectively, managing workload, working with teachers, staying motivated, and balancing responsibilities without burning out. I also help teens show up to guidance counselor meetings more prepared, clear, and confident.

Honest answer: I only work with teens who actually want to be here.

I've worked with teens long enough to know—you can't force this. If they're not willing, it won't work. The good news? Most teens are skeptical at first but come around once they realize I'm not going to lecture them or tell them what to do. This is a collaboration. We define success together, and I actually listen to them.

My recommendation: have an honest conversation with your teen, then let them decide. If they're hesitant, we can do a single trial session. Once they see this isn't another adult with expectations—it's someone helping them build what THEY want—most get on board.

But if they're truly not ready? That's okay. Better to know upfront than force it. I'd rather work with teens who want to level up than push someone who's not there yet.

Absolutely not.

This program is designed to complement school, not compete with it—by helping teens apply what they’re learning to real life, responsibility, and adulthood.

A 30-minute session keeps them engaged, present, and actually absorbing what we discuss instead of zoning out halfway through.

More importantly, mentoring isn't about talking for hours—it's about taking action. Our sessions are focused and intentional: we identify what matters, make a plan, and get clear on the next step. Then your teen goes and does the work between sessions. That's where real growth happens.

We cover what matters most to your teen. Common areas include: building confidence and discipline, improving study habits and time management, navigating friendships and relationships, handling stress and anxiety, finding motivation, setting meaningful goals, exploring career paths, money skills, communication, and most importantly—figuring out their purpose and direction. We start by identifying their top priorities, then build from there. This isn't a fixed curriculum—it's customized to them.

Once the program begins:
You can cancel at any time. You'll be reimbursed for any future sessions that haven't happened yet, but sessions already completed are non-refundable.

I conduct three introductory assessment meetings to ensure we're all aligned, it's a good fit, and I understand everyone's goals:

1. Meeting with parents to discuss goals and priorities

2. Meeting with your teen separately to understand their perspective

3. Meeting with parents and teen together to confirm alignment