What is Big Sister Mentor?

Big Sister Mentor is a space just for you, a place to talk, think things through, and feel supported. It’s like having a calm, trustworthy older sister to chat with about whatever’s on your mind.

It’s not school, not therapy, and not a lecture.

Where are you located?

Sessions can either take place online via Zoom, or at an agreed public place in the following suburbs: Hawthorn, Auburn, Camberwell, Kew or Balwyn.

What do we talk about?

Anything you want help with, like:

• confidence and self-esteem

• friendships 

• school stress or motivation

• family stuff

• emotions

• social media pressure

• goals or things you’re working towards
  
  

Nothing is too small. You decide what we talk about.

What happens in a session?

Sessions are:

• 1:1

• 50 minutes

• relaxed and conversation based
  
  

You don’t need to prepare anything. We’ll just talk about how things are going and what might help.

Is this like therapy?

No, this isn’t therapy or counselling.

It’s mentoring and support. I’m here to listen, help you think things through, and support you, not to diagnose or “fix” you. I'm just like a big sister to support you through whatever you're feeling is a lot right now!

Do my parents know everything I say?

No, not everything. Your sessions are private so you can speak openly. The only time I would need to tell a parent is if I was worried about your safety or wellbeing.

What if I don’t know what to say?

That’s totally okay. You don’t need to have the “right” words, we’ll figure things out together.

What if I feel awkward or want to stop?

That’s okay too.

You’re always allowed to:

• change the topic

• take a break

• stop sessions if it doesn’t feel right
  
  

This is meant to help you, not pressure you.

Do I have to be “struggling” to do this?

Not at all.

Some people come because:

• they want more confidence

• they want someone outside their family to talk to

• they’re going through changes

• they just want support

• they have new ideas or thoughts that they want to challenge or sort through
  
  

You don’t have to be “going through something big.”

Is this a safe space?

Yes. There are clear boundaries, kindness, and respect. You’ll always be treated seriously and with care.