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Youth Mentoring

(Ages 12–22)

Investing in your child’s future shouldn't mean adding commute stress to an already packed family schedule. With over 30 years of experience working with youth, I provide evidence-backed virtual mentoring tailored to navigate the unique pressures of the modern world. Explore my comprehensive, collaborative monthly packages below to find the right fit for your family's journey.

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Who I Serve

  • Early Teens (12–14): Navigating identity, building social confidence, and discovering initial interests.

  • High Schoolers (15–18): Managing academic stress, uncovering core strengths, and exploring career paths.

  • Young Adults (19–22): Navigating life transitions, building independence, and launching purposeful careers.

 

What I Focus On

  • Strength Discovery: Finding hidden talents and unique capabilities.

  • Passion Mapping: Turning personal interests into real-world goals.

  • Mindset Shifts: Reframing weaknesses into growth opportunities.

  • Actionable Planning: Setting realistic steps for school, career, and personal life.

 

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Your child's journey toward self-discovery starts with a single conversation. Please email me to check availability. If I have current availability, I will respond with a link to book a complimentary consultation call. If not, I will respond with an offer to add you and your child to my waiting list.

 

Contact me today to see how our mentoring program can help you or your child thrive.

A Note about Scope: While my 30+ years of experience enable me to provide deep support for your child's personal growth, please note that my services are strictly educational and mentoring-based. This program focuses on future goals and strength discovery; it is not licensed clinical therapy or mental health counseling.

Discover Your Purpose

Every young person has unique talents waiting to be uncovered. With Encourage Education's mentoring service, I help adolescents and young adults look past their perceived weaknesses and focus on what makes them extraordinary. The transition from middle school to early adulthood is full of challenges, but parents and youth do not have to navigate it alone.

 

My Approach

I shift the focus from "what is wrong" to "what is strong." My personalized mentoring sessions help youth between the ages of 12 and 22 identify their natural talents, build lasting self-confidence, and align their passions with future goals.

Partnering with Parents

I believe that lasting growth happens when a young person’s support system works together. To ensure we are always aligned, I host brief touchpoint conversations with parents every few sessions. These regular check-ins allow me to share progress, offer actionable advice for the home environment, and ensure we are all working toward the same goals.

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Contact me: Beth Hankoff /   beth@encourageeducation.net  /  San Jose, CA  

 

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