Our training philosophy
Learn how and why we built our training from Dr. Ahmed Khan, M.D.
Vetting & background check
All mentors undergo a thorough background check and engage in a multi-week interview process that assesses their empathy, consistency, and resilience.
Written work
Background check
Interview
Scenarios
Example recruiting timeline
Mentors complete 40+ hours of training strategically designed to maximize their effectiveness in supporting your teen's wellbeing.
Training pyramid
Through a carefully structured training process, we equip our mentors with a foundation of tools to guarantee dependable, impactful support.
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Part 4
Crisis management
Part 3
Identifying clinical issues
Part 2
Teen toolkit
Part 1
Active listening
Training modules
Mentors learn to address various teen-related challenges and receive specialized training in key domains, ensuring they can provide immediate optimal guidance.
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How we keep your teen safe
Ensuring the safety of your teenager during their mentorship is our #1 priority.
The Somethings assessment
We created the Somethings assessment from 18 clinically validated surveys on adolescent development to consistently monitor teen’s wellbeing. This assessment aids our mentors to identify areas that need extra attention, all under the supervision of our clinical team.
Included for your teen
Social confidence
Body image
Intellectual development
Moral development
Independence
Sexuality & identity
