A young person experiencing grief, anxiety, overwhelm and ADHD-related difficulties required individualised support to manage emotions, navigate school and develop effective coping strategies.
Flexible mentoring combined conversation, walk-and-talk sessions, creative exercises and practical techniques drawn from CBT, ACT and DBT-informed emotional regulation.
Sessions explored grief, emotional triggers, anxiety, executive functioning and managing overwhelm. Grounding, journalling and practical problem-solving techniques were introduced according to individual needs.
Walk-and-talk sessions provided an alternative to traditional seated conversations, allowing difficult subjects to be explored in a less restrictive environment.
Support focused on building emotional awareness, developing healthier coping strategies and creating a trusted space for exploring difficult experiences.
The individualised approach complemented existing school provision while addressing emotional and practical barriers to learning.
