Program Models

Mentoring programs can vary widely (e.g., one-on-one, group, e-mentoring, and more). This section covers the differing approaches.

The Promise and Perils of Using Peers and Other Paraprofessionals as Mental Health Service Professionals

By Alexandra Werntz, Ph.D., Licensed Clinical Psychologist and…

Study Explores Natural Mentors as “Bridges” For Youth Transitioning out of Child Welfare

Alarcón, X., & Mirković, B. (2024). “Those Bridges That…

Raechel Warren, current Miss Nebraska, shares insights on the importance of in-school mentoring support

By Raechel Warren Traveling the state of Nebraska these last…

Therapeutic Mentoring: A Scalable Solution to the Youth Mental Health Crisis

by Alexandra Werntz, PhD Licensed clinical psychologist Associate…

Youth-Initiated Mentoring for Juvenile Offenders: New Protocol Highlights Importance and Implementation Strategies

Boering, A., Groenman, A. P., van Dam, L., & Overbeek, G.…

A Blueprint for Success: Study Highlights A Model for Integrating Tutoring into Public School’s to Promote Achievement

Kraft, M. A., & Falken, G. T. (2021). A blueprint for scaling…

Closing the Gap: New study examines mentoring and college enrollment

Glass, L. E. (2022). Social capital and first-generation college…

Pros and Cons: Scoping Review Identifies Benefits and Limitations of Peer Mentoring for Autistic College Students

Morris, I. F., Matta, C., & Fung, L. K. (2024). A scoping…

Beyond the Shark Tank: How mentors can foster youth entrepreneurship

By Jean Rhodes While shows like Shark Tank have popularized…

In This Together: New Study Highlights Peer Connections as a Pathway to Belongingness in Youth Mentoring

Boat, A. A., Hsieh, D., & Wu, C.-Y. (2024). Bidirectional…