Same Brain. Different Mind.
Our Why.
Our founder, Jake Sussman struggled with learning disabilities as a child, and knows first hand what it is like to feel misunderstood by professionals and adults. At the core of Superpower Mentors is the conviction that every mentee can tap into their hidden superpowers by connecting with someone who genuinely relates to their journey. Unlike professionals, our philosophy is based on the power of relatability and leaning into each of our mentees uniqueness.
We unlock our mentee’s true potential.
Superpower Mentors is the only 1:1 online mentorship solution driven to empower thousands of students with Dyslexia and ADHD to successfully navigate traditional environments, from school to the workplace. Our Mentors combine research-backed tactics and the power of relatability to transform students into master self advocates. Our families see vast improvements in self-esteem, confidence, communication, and independence with their kids through our programs.
Meet our Superpower Mentors!
Get matched today! Plans start at $50 per month
#1 SELECTING YOUR PROGRAM
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Through a fun collaborative relationship, your child’s mentor will focus on learning how to discover your child’s superpower through en elementary approach using projects, activities and games.
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The most common age in our program is our 11-14 year olds. For kids in this age bracket, your child’s mentor will dive into deeper concepts and learn how to not only embrace their Superpower, but overcome challenges such as bullies, communicate to teachers, and find healthy outlets to feel expressed.
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The first big transition of school. Your Superpower Mentor will take your Teen on a journey to successfully navigate the scaries and social challenges associated to 9th grade.
In this 15-week program, your mentor will take a hands-on-approach to focus on both Life and School. This includes but is not limited to:
Social Life
Health/Diet
Outlets
Homework
Advocating to teachers about learning disabilities
Time-Management
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In the United States, 40% of college students drop out of school each year and 30% of those students are Freshman… Our mission is to lower this percentage significantly.
Welcome to the 2nd biggest transition in school… College. Our flagship program.
In this 15-week program, your mentor will take a hands-on-approach to focus on both Life and School. This includes but is not limited to:
Dorm life
Communicating to Disability Services
Social Life
Health/Diet
Outlets
Homework
Advocating to teachers about learning disabilities
Time-Management
Stress-Management
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Program description coming soon… please reach out to us at info@superpowermentors.com for more information.
We ask that you fill out a mentor matching survey. This needs to have as much detail as possible regarding you or your child. Our matching algorithms help us find a vetted mentor in our community that fits your child’s profile as accurately as possible. In order to help us match your child to a mentor. Please book your free consultation below to start your adventure!
#2 MATCHING PROCESS
Safety and Mentor Vetting
Three Step 3rd Party Background Check
Highly selective interview process
6 Hour Certification Course.
Mentors meet with Team Leader Bi-Weekly.
Meet your Mentor prior to agreement.
Mentor session recaps.
Included “check-in” calls with Mentor, team leader and parent/legal guardian once a month.
Testimonials
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"IN JUST THREE SESSIONS, my son opened up in ways like I have never seen before. I was holding back tears! "
Rebecca H. - Austin, Texas
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The transition from high school to college is tough for anyone- - now throw in LD, ADHD, and virtual college! My daughter said for the first time in her life, after numerous unsuccessful therapists and learning consultants, she is actually excited to be able to use and apply the things they are working on. Our Superpower Mentor gets her because she was her!
Liz R. - Boston, Mass
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"Our Superpower Mentor offers something that no other professional can, his full attention and belief that my son will succeed. He creates positive bonds with his mentees like no one else. Our mentor looks for small wins to build confidence...and it is working. I am grateful for all you are doing for my son"
John D. London, England
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"Our son has really opened up and gained so much confidence while working with Superpower Mentor in just a short time. He is gaining such an understanding of how his own mind works through their conversations and is viewing these differences as strengths instead of a challenge."
Ashley P. - Nashville, Tennessee
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"Our Superpower Mentor has a very intuitive way of reaching my son and can turn things around in sessions that I never thought possible!"
Diana T. - Long Island, New York
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"My son's relationship with his Superpower Mentor has been pivotal."
Bethany K. - Miami, Florida
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Our Mentor's being; kindness, caring, how to persevere and stay true to oneself, sense of humor, and of course intelligence, interest and curiosity, resonate with my son. It is for these values, that the mentorship program is worth it's weight in platinum to me!"
April W. - Albany, New York