A father shares the story of losing his daughter to suicide and the hidden crisis working parents face when their teen struggles with mental health. One in four employees carry this fear into work which affects focus and stability. LifeLine workshops give parents clear tools early helping families and workplaces stay steady.

A parent reflects on losing his daughter Maddie to suicide and the lessons that reshaped how he understands teens, connection, and support. The MentorWell was created to give families the steady, caring adults teens need. This story encourages parents to listen early, stay present, and seek support before a crisis.

Parents rarely get a clear warning when a teen is in pain. If your child texts that they don’t want to live, you need to know how to respond with calm, care, and urgency. This guide shows you how to listen, spot early signs, and support your teen before a crisis forms. Written by Chris Coulter, a parent and advocate.

A father reflects on the loss of his daughter Maddie at fourteen and the hidden nature of teen depression. He shares the signs families often miss and why LifeLine Workshops give parents clear guidance, steadier conversations, and faster access to help. Employers can bring this support to working parents who need clarity, direction, and peace of mind.

Many parents feel shut out when their teen stops talking, and many teens feel judged when they try to open up. This article explains where communication breaks down, what teens need to feel safe, and how parents can build stronger conversations at home. It also shows how The MentorWell helps families rebuild trust and support teens before problems grow.

This piece shares the honest reality of starting over at sixty after losing my daughter Maddie. I talk about where I am now, why retirement is not on my radar, and how purpose has taken the lead. It offers a direct message to anyone rebuilding after grief and reflects on how meaning, service, and personal peace can grow in the second half of life.

MentorWell gives youth a safe space to grow with support from caring adults. The program helps teens and young adults build confidence and direction through honest conversations and steady guidance. Parents get peace of mind. Youth get someone they trust. MentorWell fills the gap between therapy and everyday life with real human support.

After losing his 14-year-old daughter Maddie, a father turned his grief into purpose. Through The Mentor Well, he helps teens and young adults find guidance, empathy, and strength before they reach a breaking point. This story reminds us that grief, anger, and empathy can build hope—and connection saves lives.

Maddie’s story reminds us that kindness can outlive loss. On World Kindness Day, The Mentor Well celebrates her legacy through mentorship—connecting caring adults with teens who need someone to listen, guide, and believe in them. Be kind like Maddie, and help kindness grow one conversation at a time.

Many parents feel their teen drifting into their own world. Conversations get shorter and safer. This guide offers five simple questions to open space for real connection. These questions are not about fixing anything. They are about presence, attention, and care. Small wins matter. Progress shows up in steps. Use these questions to support your teen and strengthen your relationship.

This is the story of losing my daughter and learning that healing is not about going back. It is about learning to live with grief, staying connected to love, and finding purpose again. I share the breakdown, the search for meaning, and the slow work of rebuilding. This is for parents and families who are grieving and trying to move forward without leaving love behind.

A parent reflects on life after losing a child and why writing remains a way to stay connected. Grief changed over time. It moved from survival to purpose. Sharing Maddie’s story now supports parents who feel alone or unsure how to help their teens. This writing keeps her present. Not as a memory that fades but as part of the work and the care offered through The MentorWell.

Grief changes us,but it can also guide us. This heartfelt post shares one parent’s journey through loss and the quiet shift from pain to purpose. Learn 7 impactful ways to honour someone you’ve lost, through service, storytelling, mentorship, and emotional connection. Includes a personal story behind The MentorWell’s mission to support youth mental health.

Many teens struggle to express emotions, and parents often feel unsure how to help. The MentorWell teaches simple emotional intelligence strategies that help teens feel understood, trusted, and supported. This free webinar will show you how to create healthier conversations at home and strengthen your relationship in a calm and practical way.

Sextortion is one of the fastest-growing online threats facing teens today—manipulating them through shame, secrecy, and fear. This urgent article reveals how safe spaces like MentorWell can help break the silence, offering support, prevention, and hope to youth and families navigating digital danger.

Strong kids like Maddie often seem fine on the outside—popular successful and composed—but inside they’re breaking under the weight of unspoken expectations. This post explores how emotional strength can mask silent struggles why parents miss the signs and how mentorship and honest conversations can give strong kids the space to be real.

MentorWell Lunch & Learn sessions provide workplaces with meaningful education and support for parents of struggling teens. Each session delivers practical tools, heartfelt stories, and a curated list of trusted mental health resources. Help your employees find hope, clarity, and peace of mind when they need it most.

The 2025 Toronto Blue Jays shocked the baseball world by mentoring their way to the World Series. This post explores how belief, trust, and connection transformed a team once counted out into champions in spirit. Learn how mentorship and mindset can create lasting success, on and off the field.

Discover how a 10-second pause can transform how you connect with your teen. In this free MentorWell webinar, you’ll learn emotional intelligence tools that help you stay calm, reduce conflict, and create safety in conversations that matter most. Happening November 13 at 1 PM EST—register now to strengthen communication and trust with your teen.

When teens pull away, parents often react with fear instead of connection. In this heartfelt piece, Chris Coulter shares five practical ways to rebuild communication, earn trust, and bring calm back into strained parent–teen relationships. Learn how listening, consistency, love, and mentorship can help families reconnect.