Summit Mentoring Hub

02/10/2026

In the pursuit of helping others, I did not think this one through 😅

30/09/2026

Local parents -is your child struggling but traditional support just isn't working?
Sometimes a young person doesn't need another person telling them what they should be doing.
Sometimes they need someone who will actually listen.
I’m Layla, Director of Summit Mentoring Hub Ltd, providing psychology-informed mentoring for young people aged 10–19 across Reading and Greater Reading.
I support young people who may be experiencing things such as:
🌱 Anxiety or low confidence
🌱 School avoidance or EBSA
🌱 ADHD / ASC / SEMH needs
🌱 Difficulties with emotional regulation
🌱 Feeling misunderstood or unheard
🌱 Loss of motivation or confidence
🌱 Struggling to engage with school or other professionals
My approach is child-led. There is no sitting down with a huge list of targets and telling a young person what they need to achieve.
Instead, I build a genuine relationship with them and create a safe space where they can talk, be themselves and gradually develop confidence, emotional understanding and independence.
Sessions can look very different depending on the young person - from a coffee or hot chocolate and a chat, to a walk, activity or simply spending time somewhere they feel comfortable. ☕️🌿
I'm a qualified BSc Psychology with Counselling graduate, with a Diploma in Child Psychology, HLTA, NVQ Level 3 CCLD, mentoring/coaching qualifications and DSL training. I also hold a DBS on the Update Service.
💛 Summit Mentoring Hub Ltd
📍 Reading & Greater Reading
📞 07879 770342
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.summitmhltd.com⁠�
If you know a young person who might benefit from a different kind of support, feel free to message me or comment below and I can have an informal chat about whether mentoring could be appropriate.
Please feel free to share with another parent who may need this. 💛
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29/09/2026

🌿 Remember to give yourself time to chill.

You don’t always need to be doing something, achieving something or fixing something.

Sometimes your brain just needs a pause.
A quiet moment.
A favourite drink.
A walk.
A cuddle.
A bit of TV.
Or simply… doing absolutely nothing. 🫶

Rest isn’t being lazy. Your brain needs downtime too.

So today, give yourself permission to slow down, take a breath and just be. 💛

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29/09/2026

I LOVE what I do. I am passionate about what I do.

I DO NOT love posting on social media. 30 mins creating a reel will only get about 2 likes anyway, so may as well have fun with it😂

27/09/2026

****I Questioned EVERYTHING!****

Being a SEN mum and building a business that is founded on such a passion for care and support is not easy 🥴

I care so much for others, I forgot to care for myself and in that exhaustion, I lost a little faith.🫣

This message was a kindness. A reminder. Proof.
Proof that I do make a difference, even years later. Proof that the children I work with can thrive in their future.

I am so proud of this person; their journey was far from easy and they have smashed through every wall, built a wonderful life, family and future.

I also really enjoy that her message helped me 🤍

I'm not crying, I swear...🥲

25/09/2026

22/09/2026

As a SEN mum, I understand the concerns you can have when looking for the right support for your child.

That’s why I’ve blended my experiences as a child, a mum and a professional to create something truly child-led, individual and different.

I believe in full transparency, so you can understand exactly what I do, why I do it and how I intend to support your child and family.

As a SEN mum myself, I’ve often found myself asking:

“Are they qualified?”
“Are they properly trained?”
“Do they have the experience to provide the right support for my child?”

And with those questions can come concern, apprehension and frustration.

So, if you’re considering support from Summit Mentoring Hub, I want you to feel confident asking questions and checking my credentials.

At our first meeting, my qualifications and relevant training are available for you to view on request.

I also hold an Enhanced DBS certificate for working with children and am registered with the DBS Update Service.

If you’d like to understand whether you can carry out an Update Service check, I encourage you to take a look at the official guidance below and see what applies to your circumstances.

You don’t have to simply take my word for it.
Ask questions. Check. Feel reassured. 💛

🔗 Find out about DBS Update Service checks:
[Official GOV.UK DBS Update Service guidance]

22/09/2026

Giving them time away from the hustle of day-to-day life, can provide the space to explore different things to build on.

Feeling confident when understanding what is going on around them is a key point to so many.
It is one thing to start on reading comprehension, but then we can take that skill into the real world and feel confident navigating situations that would have been overwhelming 🤍

SMH doesn't just help to build the skills and confidence, we walk alongside them, so they don't feel alone

18/09/2026

It can be jarring when we feel it has all started so well. It doesn't mean they have gone backward, it means they adrenaline as levelled out, they are tired and can't mask anymore.
Keep pursuing that support, even if it hasn't happened yet. The best thing we can do, is give yhem the tools they need.
I know it can be tiring, and you may find yourself getting stressed under the pressure of school as it starts to dip again, but hold it down. Continue to be the safe soace that offers peace and understanding. Working alongside the school can help hugely, but don't work FOR them.