In the past year I have been working closely with The AoC. They offer 1-1 counselling to our Mentees who are suffering anxiety, depression or just need that extra support to make sense of their lives. They are quick to respond to referrals and the difference we have seen in our Mentees is noticeable in such a short period of time.

For example one young woman I have known since joining the hub in January was very quiet, never spoke and when she did is was so quiet I would struggle to hear her. She never looked at you and hid behind her hair. The difference in just a matter of weeks is immense, she is more confident around the hub, no longer hides behind her hair, will join in in conversations, looks at you and smiles ad she is much more engaging. I have had this conversation with her as Mentees do not always recogniser their progress and I think she was surprised I had noticed these changes. She still has a long way to go but is making massive strides.

I am not sure what The AoC’s secret is, but it is working!

Wendy - 2017MentorTalent MatchDudley