Unlocking the Potential of Young Folks by Bridging Mental Health Gaps through Transitional + Transformative Life Coaching.

Reimagining Student Support + Success for Young Folks.

One-Swipe for the right advice from the right person at the right time.

Life coaching has been proven to serve as a holistic approach to addressing many of the coming-of-age issues young people face rather than the isolated and fragmented traditional services requiring them to see various specialists, join neverending waitlists, and enroll in numerous programs

…confi provides a solution to address multiple concerns, and the avenue to shape healthy mindsets, skills, and behaviors.

THE

PROBLEM

WE’RE

SOLVING

We are witnessing a global youth mental health crisis.

Research indicates 50% of mental health problems occur by age 14 and 75% by age 24 which if untreated may exacerbate into prolonged cases of self-harm, mental health disorders, and poor academic and social outcomes.

Young People are slipping under the cracks and falling into unfortunate circumstances.

The current state of support is often fragmented, outdated, and ineffective - resulting in a poor experience for students.

Leading to a cycle of untreated mental health issues and general life challenges.

THE

SOLUTION

WE’RE

USING

We aim to revolutionize the student counseling experience by offering culturally competent solutions. We’re developing interactive and personalized data-informed life coaching products and programs for young folks ages 14-24.

The role of Confi Coaches is critical; they are trained to function as peer-level life coaches who mimic the engaging charisma of "social media influencers", providing evidence-based coaching to serve as a first line of support for young people.

With Confi, young people can engage in discussions and peer-coaching sessions that help them navigate the challenges and curiosities of life while addressing emotional well-being needs.

Current Program Offerings

We’re Here for YOU!

We're solely for match-making Young Folks w/ Destiny Helpers."

Creator Economy + High-Tech + Student Support

We know young folks turn to social media for life advice and guidance so we're mapping teen behaviors and preferences to build generational relevant & culturally competent tech solutions for students to navigate a life of promise. We meet them where they are and build in alignment with what they naturally gravitate toward.

At Cönfi, We're bullish on holistic personal and life skill development informed by advanced coaching methodologies, emerging tech, data insights, predictive analytics, and digital behavioral science. We're committed to creating a deeply engaging, interactive, and multidimensional coaching experience that truly resonates with today's youth.

We employ peer-coaches who have the secret sauce and are revered as "Confidant Influencers" - knowledgeable, trustworthy, + relatable. We empower young people to choose like-minded confidants through integrated matchmaking.

We’re here to guide you through your young adult milestones - no matter which direction you take!

Our coaching doesn't aim to change who you are, but rather to enhance your natural abilities and help you thrive in your authentic self.

We know how these bits + pieces all interconnect and know they're the secret sauce to a prosperous future.

From the Mouths of Babes.

Feel the love from our early users - hear from their experience!

“Without proper guidance or self-proclaimed “sister moms” some friends just have to…figure it out…by themselves...I love Confi and use them for every internship interview and chatting through the woes of college struggles. "

-Emm K. (Senior, East Coast HBCU)

My coach is so chill and helps me think through choices without the judgment. She's always a text or calls away - dope to talk with because we have a lot in common…. "

-Michael S. (Sophomore, Big 10 Collge)

One-Stop-Hub

for Navigating

Young Lives.

Relatable + accessible confidant for every stage of life.

Fueling

Passion +

Impact

Meet The Founder

Marilyn A. Bekolo

Marilyn is a social entrepreneur with 10+ experience and a lifetime of compassion for students. Marilyn recently served as an Entrepreneur-in-Residence at Zinc VC in London, England (Cohort 4) specializing in Youth Mental Health. Prior to Zinc, she worked cross-sector within the intersection of diversity, education, and technology for organizations including  Google, Microsoft Philanthropies, YP Public Schools, Accenture, and Kokua Education. 

As someone who's personally experienced the gaps in the current student support system, she understands firsthand the challenges students face and the resources they require.

Marilyn’s time working on Google's Criminal Investigations team and partnering with school districts nationwide introduced her to the aftermath of students who don't receive help early on. Her interest in youth mental health was sparked by Dr. Nadine Burke's research on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) on how childhood trauma progresses into adult years which led to her deep conviction to work on a solution.

Marilyn’s unique blend of personal experiences coupled with her professional expertise positions her uniquely to bridge this gap.