Becoming a Lived Experience Mentor
Using your own experiences to support others safely and effectively
This interactive training is suitable for anyone who uses, or would like to use, their own lived experiences to support others.
Whether you're new to mentoring or already involved in peer support or lived experience work, the session will help you develop your confidence and skills in supporting others effectively.
We'll explore the role of a lived experience mentor, including counselling and helping skills, knowing when and how to share personal experiences, maintaining healthy boundaries, recognising that everyone's journey is different, and empowering others through appropriate support and signposting.
Date: Thursday 22nd October 2026
Time: 10am – 2pm
Venue: EWG Counselling, 14 Market Street, Wigan, WN1 1HX
Please note: The training room is on the first floor with no lift access. Please contact us in advance if you have any accessibility requirements.
Becoming a Lived Experience Mentor
Using your own experiences to support others safely and effectively
This interactive training is suitable for anyone who uses, or would like to use, their own lived experiences to support others.
Whether you're new to mentoring or already involved in peer support or lived experience work, the session will help you develop your confidence and skills in supporting others effectively.
We'll explore the role of a lived experience mentor, including counselling and helping skills, knowing when and how to share personal experiences, maintaining healthy boundaries, recognising that everyone's journey is different, and empowering others through appropriate support and signposting.
Date: Thursday 22nd October 2026
Time: 10am – 2pm
Venue: EWG Counselling, 14 Market Street, Wigan, WN1 1HX
Please note: The training room is on the first floor with no lift access. Please contact us in advance if you have any accessibility requirements.
Please be aware that your name and contact information will be shared with the training provider and the name of your organisation will be shared with Wigan Council for evaluation purposes. By booking your place on any course you are consenting to this information being shared.
