We’ve Got This

What is it?

We’ve Got This is a peer‑mentor support project designed to help you feel understood, more confident, and more positive about yourself and what’s ahead.
You’ll be matched with a peer mentor who is someone with their own lived experience and may understand what you might be going through. Together, you’ll connect in relaxed, supportive environments where you can talk, try new things, and grow your confidence over time.
Our support is flexible, personal, and focused on what feels most helpful for you.

Who is it for?

We support young people aged 16 to 18 who:

Are currently waiting for CAMHS support, or
Have been told they don’t meet the CAMHS threshold for support
Feel they would benefit from one‑to‑one peer mentor support while waiting or finding other routes forward.

How do I access support?

Nominations into We’ve Got This are made through CAMHS.
If you think this support would be helpful for you, speak to your CAMHS worker about being nominated.

How can a peer mentor support me?

Your peer mentor can support you to:

Talk about what’s been going on for you without judgement
Feel understood, listened to, and less alone
Explore ideas and strategies that others have found helpful
Build confidence, self‑esteem, and belief in yourself
Recognise and value your strengths
Connect with other people, activities, and communities
Feel more hopeful about the future

Our mentors use their own lived experience to offer authentic, relatable support. Wherever possible, we’ll match you with someone who shares similar interests to you.

Our Partner Organisations

We work with a wide range of trusted organisations across Somerset, all providing trained peer mentors and different opportunities to support wellbeing.

County Wide Support

SASP

SASP supports young people in Somerset, offering them an opportunity to engage in positive experiences through sport and physical activity. We support young people in a safe environment to develop life skills, confidence and self-esteem through sport and physical activity

2BU-Somerset

2BU-Somerset is a specialist LGBTQ+ youth service supporting lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning young people across Somerset. We provide safe, inclusive spaces and tailored support that promote wellbeing, resilience and healthy self-acceptance. Through youth groups, one-to-one support and peer mentoring, we walk alongside young people as they build confidence, find connection and grow in pride in who they are.

Fuse Performance and Somerset Outdoor Arts

Fuse Performance and Somerset Outdoor Arts support young people who have an interest in being creative. offering you opportunities to experience new activities including visual arts, performance arts, contemporary circus, music, dance, film/animation, outdoor arts productions and youth and community events. There are also opportunities to take part in creative arts projects festivals and events.

Young Somerset

Young Somerset support the mental health and wellbeing of young people through working alongside them in an open, honest, respectful and trusted way. We offer support through activities both 1:1 and small group, building on strengths and interests so that the young people can follow their own path to alleviate their mental health and wellbeing difficulties.

Location Specific Support

EquiScholars HQ

Milverton Bssed - Covers: Wellington, Wiveliscombe & surrounding areas, Exmoor, Williton, Watchet & Minehead

EquiScholars HQ

At EquiScholars HQ, we support young people to build emotional awareness, confidence and practical strategies for navigating life in a calm outdoor environment. Our programmes include partnership-based work alongside horses, alternative education provision, yoga and movement sessions. Grounded in connection, regulation and healthy relationships, our approach supports young people to feel more anchored in themselves, heard and more flexible when life feels challenging. Everything we do is rooted in mutual respect, safety and care for both people and animals. You’ll have space to choose what feels right for you and move at your own pace.

Minehead Eye

Minehead Based: Covers West Somerset areas. Young people would need to travel there or live in West Somerset.

Minehead Eye

At Minehead Eye we offer new opportunities to get involved in art, sports, music, hospitality, youth work and I.T. Enabling and encouraging young adults to become more involved with their communities as well as enhancing their positivity. We aim to help young adults raise their self-esteem, resilience and aspiration to make positive choices in their lives through joining specific activities and clubs or other active community groups.

In the Mix Project

Wiveliscombe Based: Covers Wellington, Taunton, & villages across Taunton Deane & West Somerset

In the Mix Project

In the Mix Project supports young people across Somerset to reach their full potential. We provide safe, welcoming, and inclusive spaces where you can build confidence and self-esteem, learn new skills, and have your voice heard. Our team delivers a range of activities, designed to support young people develop their social and emotional skills, and help them connect, grow, and thrive.

For more information or enquires, contact:

Taylor Cottrell (She/Her)

Community Resilience Lead Mentor

T 07842409801

E TCottrell@sasp.co.uk

Taylor is our lead mentor working with Open Mental Health to support young adults aged 16-25 in Somerset who are or have been at risk of self-harm and suicide. We provide a safe, supportive space where you can talk openly about your feelings, connect with others, and explore new ways to manage your mental health.

Funded by NHS Charities Together from March 2026 to February 2028, Somerset Activity and Sports Partnership (SASP), FUSE Performance and Somerset Outdoor Arts, Young Somerset, 2BU, Equischolars, Minehead Eye and In The Mix provide our peer mentors and offer a wide range of support and activity.

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