
Our Mentors
All Maambo mentors are proudly UK-based—so they not only get your problems, but also your sarcasm, tea obsession and your constant complaining about the rain.

Poppy
Personal Growth & Support, Dating & Relationships (Women's Perspective), Motherhood & Single Moms, Loneliness & Finding Belonging, Friendship & Social Dynamics, Family Relationship
Raised in the storm of my parents’ mental health struggles, I became their rock, their anchor before I even knew how to carry my own weight. No childhood, just a crash course in survival. But that storm didn’t break me, it built me. I’m now a qualified mental health professional, turning pain into power. If you’re tired of being the strong one, I see you. Let’s rise from the pressure, shake off the shame, and step into healing together.

Ryan
Personal Growth & Support, Education-Career & Professional Advice, Dating & Relationships (Men's Perspective), Fatherhood & Single Dads, Masculinity & Identity, Social Media, Loneliness & Finding Belonging, Friendship & Social Dynamics, Family Relationship
A serious injury ended my dream career, and I’ve been a single foster parent for the last year so yeah, I know what it means to start over. I’ve worked with young people with SEN, supported families, and seen how tough life gets behind closed doors. I’m also a full-on sports nut (yes, I shout at the TV like it helps). You don’t need to have it all figured out. Let’s talk it out, mate to mate no awkward silences, no lectures, just real chat with someone who gets it.

Luna
Personal Growth & Support, Dating & Relationships (Women's Perspective), Motherhood & Single Moms, Loneliness & Finding Belonging, Friendship & Social Dynamics, Family Relationship
I’ve battled Crohn’s, made peace with sobriety, and taken the scenic (and chaotic) route to spiritual growth. Healing doesn’t always look like therapy, sometimes it’s just a real conversation with someone who gets it. With a background in psychology, holistic health, and coaching, I offer a grounded, no-pressure space to breathe, vent, laugh, or cry. You’re not broken, you’re becoming. I’m here for the messy middle.

Emma
Personal Growth & Support, Education-Career & Professional Advice, Dating & Relationships (Women's Perspective), Loneliness & Finding Belonging, Family Relationship
Grew up with neglect, faced homelessness as a teen, survived divorce, and learned to fight for my voice. I’ve lived what many only study. Now, with a background in Psychology and Counselling, I support young women facing life’s chaos in personal, academic, or emotional situations. You don’t need to be “fixed” you need to be seen. I’m here to walk with you, remind you of your strength, and help you rise. This isn’t your end. It’s your comeback. Let’s go!

Francine
Personal Growth & Support, Dating & Relationships (Women's Perspective), Motherhood & Single Moms, Friendship & Social Dynamics, Family Relationship
When you feel supported, you remember what’s been in you all along strength, courage, and the power to rise. I’m Francine, a mentor who believes in the transformation that happens when we’re truly seen and heard. For three years, I’ve walked beside people through self-doubt, change, and growth. I offer empathy, honesty, and a space to breathe. You don’t have to carry it alone. Let’s lift what’s heavy and walk this journey together.

Grace
Personal Growth & Support, Social Media, Dating & Relationships (Women's Perspective), Motherhood & Single Moms, Loneliness & Finding Belonging
Becoming a first-time mum in my 20's meant learning fast, tired, winging it daily, surviving on Google searches and half-eaten fish fingers. Life didn’t go to plan, but it taught me resilience and how to rise when the world tries to shame you. Now I support other first-time mums finding their way through the chaos. No judgment. Just real talk, real support, and a reminder: if you’ve made a tiny human smile today, you’re already winning. Let’s rise together.

Hannah
Personal Growth & Support, Dating & Relationships (Women's Perspective), Motherhood & Single Moms, Loneliness & Finding Belonging, Family Relationship
The pain of losing a child shattered my world but it awakened my purpose. Chronic illness, and the highs and lows of raising neurodivergent children, have shaped the way I show up with empathy, strength, and truth. With a nursing background and lived experience, I walk with you through grief, growth, and healing. You don’t have to carry it all alone. This is your healing season and I’m here to walk it with you.

Freya
Personal Growth & Support, Education-Career & Professional Advice, Dating & Relationships (Women's Perspective), Motherhood & Single Moms, Loneliness & Finding Belonging, Family Relationship
Mum of 3 and a military wife who’s helped people through life’s chaos, addiction, trauma, OCD, dementia, you name it. I’ve got a 1st BSc in Psychology (proud moment!) plus degrees in Counselling and Early Years Neuroscience. I’ve studied brains while losing mine to toddler tantrums. I specialise in ASD, ADHD, and welcome all cultural and LGBTQ+ backgrounds. No jargon. No judgment. Just real talk, real care, and someone who truly listens.

Lucy
Personal Growth & Support, Dating & Relationships (Women's Perspective), Motherhood & Single Moms, Loneliness & Finding Belonging, Friendship & Social Dynamics
Living with a permanent stoma bag didn’t make me weaker it revealed my strength. I’ve faced mental and physical health battles that pushed me to the edge but I got back up. I’ve turned pain into purpose and now help others do the same, with empathy, honesty, and fire. You’re not too far gone. You’re not too broken. Let’s turn your hardest chapter into your comeback story. It starts now.

Sam
Personal Growth & Support, Dating & Relationships (Women's Perspective), Motherhood & Single Moms, Loneliness & Finding Belonging, Family Relationship
My story isn’t theory it’s lived. I’ve lived through bereavement, chronic illness, family dysfunction, and starting over when everything fell apart. For 20 years, I’ve mentored others through storms I’ve survived myself. This isn’t surface-level support it’s soul deep. You’re not broken. You’re becoming. Let’s turn what tried to break you into the reason you rise. I’m right here let’s move forward, together.

Riri
Personal Growth & Support, Social Media, Dating & Relationships (Women's Perspective), Loneliness & Finding Belonging, Friendship & Social Dynamics, Family Relationship
I grew up without emotional safety no anchor, no space to breathe. So I became what I needed. A protector. A voice. A safe place. Now, I help others feel seen, heard, and strong enough to speak their truth. I lead with courage, not perfection with purpose, not performance. If you’ve ever felt overlooked or silenced, come as you are. This is your space to rise. To heal. To step into who you were always meant to be. Let’s walk that path together.

Mike
Personal Growth & Support, Education-Career & Professional Advice, Dating & Relationships (Men's Perspective), Fatherhood & Single Dads, Masculinity & Identity, Social Media, Loneliness & Finding Belonging, Friendship & Social Dynamics, Family Relationship
I’ve walked with people through depression, anxiety, and addiction alcohol, drugs, gambling. I’ve seen what breaks us, and what helps us rise again. Coming from music and entertainment, I know the power of laughter, truth, and human connection. You don’t need to have it all together. Just come as you are. No judgment. No fluff. Just real talk, real support, and a reminder: even in the mess, you can rise.

Tessa
Personal Growth & Support, Education-Career & Professional Advice, Dating & Relationships (Women's Perspective), Loneliness & Finding Belonging, Friendship & Social Dynamics
Drawing from my own lived experience, I’ve supported mental health and abuse charities, which strengthened my belief in empathy, resilience, and the power of being heard. I’ve also navigated big changes like moving abroad and starting over so I understand how overwhelming life transitions can be. I offer a calm, grounded space where you can speak freely, be heard, and feel seen. You don’t have to do this alone let’s find your strength, one real conversation at a time.
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Jake
Personal Growth & Support, Dating & Relationships (Men's Perspective), Masculinity & Identity, Social Media, Loneliness & Finding Belonging, Friendship & Social Dynamics, Family Relationship
Hey, I’m Jake 22, and here for the “what the hell is going on?” moments. I’ve been through my share of breakups, low moods, and lonely nights and supported others through the same. Talking might feel weird, but I’m not here to fix you, just to listen, chat, and maybe even laugh about the madness of it all. No therapy vibes. No judgment. Just a guy who gets it and knows a good convo can change your day. Ready when you are.

Kuky
Education-Career & Professional Advice, Dating & Relationships (Women's Perspective), Loneliness & Finding Belonging, Friendship & Social Dynamics, Family Relationship
As an expat and former international student, I know how tough starting over can be. I’ve faced homesickness, culture shocks, personal grief and all the “where do I belong?” moments. I’ve also worked in SEN and dementia care, walking alongside people through some of life’s hardest chapters. If you're feeling lost, unseen, or simply in need of a safe space I'm here. You don’t have to do this alone. Let’s take the next step and find your strength again.

Will
Personal Growth & Support, Dating & Relationships (Men's Perspective), Fatherhood & Single Dads, Masculinity & Identity, Social Media, Loneliness & Finding Belonging, Friendship & Social Dynamics, Family Relationship
Hi, I’m Will. I’ve worked in social care long enough to know most guys don’t want therapy they just want to offload without being judged (or handed a mood journal). If life’s been throwing chaos, drama, or just plain nonsense your way, I’m here for a real chat no pressure, no fluff, no weird eye contact. Just someone who gets it.

Dawn
Personal Growth & Support, Education-Career & Professional Advice, Dating & Relationships (Women's Perspective), Motherhood & Single Moms, Loneliness & Finding Belonging, Friendship & Social Dynamics
Hi. I'm Dawn. Native Texan with 20+ years in HR, admin and a background in psychology. I've navigated plenty of life's challenges through health, family, relationships, etc., and bring calm, humour and heart to every conversation. If you are stuck, stressed or just need someone who truly gets it, then please book a chat! We'll tackle it together (with tea, laughs and zero judgment).

Nicky
Personal Growth & Support, Dating & Relationships (Women's Perspective), Motherhood & Single Moms, Loneliness & Finding Belonging, Family Relationship
I’m a single mum to SEN kids, juggling home-schooling, legal chaos, money stress, and relationship plot twists with no pause button, no applause, and no movie deal from Netflix. I’ve walked through it all and still rise with hope in my heart, humour in my pocket and strength forged through fire. I’m also a therapist with experience in trauma care, SEN support, youth services, and pain clinics. Storms don’t last forever. Let’s rise together and reclaim the life that’s still waiting for you.

Shana
Personal Growth & Support, Education-Career & Professional Advice, Social Media, Dating & Relationships (Women's Perspective), Motherhood & Single Moms, Loneliness & Finding Belonging, Friendship & Social Dynamics, Family Relationship
I believe in people, broken people, tired people, people starting over. I believe in second chances, fresh starts, and the strength you forgot you had. I’ve spent years walking with my community, lifting heads and holding hearts, judgment free. Whatever you’re facing, you won’t face it alone. You’re not too far gone, not too late, and not alone. Let’s rise, rebuild, and walk this road together one powerful step at a time.

Tom
Personal Growth & Support, Dating & Relationships (Men's Perspective), Masculinity & Identity, Social Media, Loneliness & Finding Belonging, Friendship & Social Dynamics, Family Relationship
Life doesn’t come with a guidebook. And some days, it feels like everyone else got one except you. I’ve been there. I’ve worked with SHOUT, The Mental Health Foundation, and BPD services, supporting people through stress, burnout, and silent battles. If you’re feeling stuck, hear this: you’re not weak, and you’re not alone. Let’s talk it through no judgment, just real support, one honest conversation at a time.

Chrissy
Personal Growth & Support, Dating & Relationships (Women's Perspective), Friendship & Social Dynamics, Family Relationship
Living with impaired vision has taught me resilience, adaptability, and the importance of showing up even when life gets tough. I’ve supported people through health challenges, addiction, and disability, and I teach Exercise to Music (yes, with great playlists) to help others feel strong inside and out. If you’re feeling stuck or need a nudge forward I’m here. Let’s take that first step, with heart, humour, and no pressure.

Sara
Dating & Relationships (Women's Perspective), Family Relationship, Loneliness & Finding Belonging, Personal Growth & Support
I’m Sara rooted in my Pakistani heritage, raised in the North East, and built by love, grit, and faith. I’m a proud mum to two energetic boys who’ve taught me more about resilience, chaos, and joy than any book ever could. Life’s messy, loud, and full of beauty and I embrace it all. I bring that same energy to others: grounded, open, and ready to lift you up. If you need a safe space to be seen, heard, and celebrated you’ve found it. Let’s grow together.