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Tier 3 & 4
Samara du Jardin
Industry: psychology
Year Of Experience: 9
With an undergraduate degree in Psychology and diplomas in Life Coaching and Counselling, Samara has worked across diverse settings—including mental health, disability, addiction recovery, public service, and holistic wellness facilitation. Additionally, as a coach and therapist in private practice, she specialises in areas of stress, burnout, and the complexities of balancing personal and professional growth alongside life’s challenges. As a mentor, Samara offers university students and professionals with tools to progress in their chosen fields, while maintaining or improving their mental health, well-being and lifestyle balance. Samara integrates evidence-based strategies with a holistic, solution focused approach, helping individuals navigate their individual circumstances with greater confidence and clarity. In her sessions, she creates a welcoming space that is understanding, non-judgemental, and collaborative.
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Tier 3 & 4
Habib Forooshani
Industry: data-science, education, healthcare, psychology
Year Of Experience: 14
With a robust academic background in clinical psychology (BSc, MSc, Ph.D., Postdoc) and extensive professional experience, I am dedicated to empowering psychology students and young individuals seeking guidance in their academic and personal growth. My multidisciplinary expertise includes clinical, diversity-focused, social, and cross-cultural psychology, and I have spent over 14 years contributing to impactful psychological teaching, supervision, and research across universities and organisations. As a seasoned academic supervisor, a former reviewer for the American Psychological Association (APA), and a former clinical psychotherapist, I bring a unique blend of practical and theoretical knowledge to the table. My roles as an academic supervisor, research fellow, senior research associate, and statistical advisor have strongly developed my ability to guide students in navigating complex research methodologies, including quantitative, qualitative, meta-analytical, and mixed-methods designs. Throughout my career, I have fostered a passion for teaching and mentoring psychology and social/behavioural science students at all levels—honours, master's, and Ph.D.—in areas such as advanced research design and statistics, cognitive psychology, neurodiversity, LGBTQ+ mental health, and mental health care for culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities. I strive to create a safe and supportive space for neurodivergent individuals and those from diverse backgrounds to explore their potential and overcome challenges. My specialisation includes conceptualising interventions for complex trauma-related disorders and addressing their treatment-resistant impacts on resilience and social adjustment. I am deeply committed to understanding the intersectionality of mental health, neurodiversity, and CALD and LGBTQ+ healthcare issues, ensuring my approach is both inclusive and tailored to each individual's needs. I am also deeply passionate about mentoring neurodivergent young adults, leveraging my expertise to support their psychosocial and professional adjustment, and empowering them to thrive in their personal and professional journeys.
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Kimberly Andrade
Industry: healthcare
Year Of Experience: 3
I am an integrative psychotherapist. I collaborate with clients to help them create a deep awareness and understanding of the self and enhance connections with others. I work primarily in areas of stress, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, personal growth, and lifestyle, sports, and performance coaching, supporting individuals and their loved ones. Healing can be messy, lonely, and even chaotic. Let me listen with compassion, and offer a space free of judgement where we can collaborate to enhance and strengthen your true self. Therapy is not just something you attend. We will work together to find out what you need. I will provide you with therapeutic support and strategies to help you breakdown unhelpful thoughts and patterns that may be holding you back and aim to replace them with new helpful habits.
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Belinda Baynes
Industry: business, healthcare, tech-ai
Year Of Experience: 25
Belinda Baynes is your dedicated Tier 3 & 4 Mentor with Mentor Connect, specialising in empowering undergraduate and postgraduate students to achieve their fullest potential. With over 25 years of expertise in healthcare and mental health, Belinda deeply understands the unique pressures, stresses, and aspirations you face during your academic journey. Belinda’s distinguished career as a Mental Health Clinician, Psychosocial Recovery Coach, and Clinical Nurse at Queensland Health (2008-2021) has equipped her with practical tools and insights to help you navigate the complexities of university life. Her Postgraduate Diploma in Mental Health, awarded with distinction and letter of commendation, demonstrates her commitment and proficiency in supporting student wellbeing. Passionate about holistic health and academic success, Belinda expertly blends evidence-based Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with personalised stress management strategies, circadian rhythm alignment, and insightful Human Design guidance. Her approach is specifically designed to help you manage stress, avoid burnout, build resilience, and develop greater self-compassion and confidence. As the innovative CEO and founder of an AI-driven virtual reality therapy platform, Belinda leads cutting-edge initiatives designed to transform mental health support for students through immersive experiences. Belinda’s mentoring style is warm, nurturing, and empowering. She provides a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can feel understood, guided, and inspired to excel academically, emotionally, and professionally. Choose Belinda as your mentor, and gain a compassionate ally dedicated to your success and wellbeing.
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Sara Bennett
Industry: creative-arts, marketing, psychology, real-estate, tech-ai
Year Of Experience: 15
Hi, I’m Sara, a certified counselor and multidisciplinary mentor with over 15 years of experience in marketing, design, web development and operational management. I specialize in supporting people who are navigating change, building creative careers, or striving for balance in their professional and personal lives. My approach is grounded in empathy, strategy, and a deep belief in the power of aligned living. I’ve helped mentees clarify their career paths, grow their confidence, launch purposeful businesses, and show up authentically in the digital world. Whether you're figuring out your next step or building something from scratch, I’m here to offer grounded guidance, emotional support, and actionable insight. If you're looking for a thoughtful, human-centered mentor who can blend practical advice with emotional intelligence - let's connect!
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Joey Wannouch
Industry: business, education, healthcare, sport-science
Year Of Experience: 10
Founder of MentorConnect, Sport Science Researcher at Precision Sport Science (San Francisco, California, USA), and Sessional Academic at Swinburne University of Technology (Melbourne, Australia). Joey brings extensive expertise in academic research, data analysis, systematic reviews, scientific writing, and research methodology, with a strong foundation in healthcare operations, strategic planning, quality assurance, and patient safety. As a mentor, Joey empowers students, professionals, and entrepreneurs to achieve academic excellence, advance their careers, and develop leadership skills. He also supports personal growth and holistic development, including mental and physical well-being, goal-setting, and resilience strategies. Fluent in English and Arabic. Mentoring Philosophy: Joey believes mentoring is a transformative partnership that empowers individuals to achieve personal, academic, and professional growth through strategic guidance, accountability, and resilience-building. His approach combines evidence-based strategies, personalised growth plans, and holistic development to help mentees unlock their potential and sustain long-term success. With a focus on confidence, adaptability, and well-being, he strives to inspire mentees to take ownership of their journey and thrive in every area of life.
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