STEPHEN HIRST

Mentor | Speaker | Community Leader | Dad

Supporting parents with mindset guidance, emotional strength and personal accountability.

Passionate about community, connection and creating spaces for families to thrive.

STEPHEN HIRST

Mentor | Speaker |

Community Leader | Dad

Supporting Dads

and Separated Parents

Supporting parents with mindset guidance, emotional strength and personal accountability.

Passionate about community, connection and creating spaces for families to thrive.

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Stephen’s Experience &

Community Impact

Stephen’s work is grounded in lived experience and years of supporting fathers and families through challenging periods of life. Through his own personal growth and navigating separation and co-parenting, he understands the mindset and emotional work required to rebuild and create a healthier environment for children.

He is also the founder of the award-winning Dads Community, created to reduce isolation and bring fathers together for connection and growth. What started as a small initiative has grown to more than 3,400 active members.

Supporting Separated Parents

Stephen works with separated mums and dads to help them navigate the emotional challenges of separation while building a vision for a more positive future. His focus is on strengthening mindset, improving communication and keeping children out of conflict.

Mentoring Fathers

Stephen also mentors fathers who want to grow personally and become stronger leaders within their families. He helps dads develop their mindset, communication and accountability so they can show up as the father they want to be.

How Stephen Works

Stephen’s approach is honest, practical and grounded. He shares the tools and lessons that have helped him navigate his own challenges and continues to work on himself as a father and leader.

His support goes beyond the session, Stephen follows up, checks in and holds you accountable so your intentions turn into real change in everyday life.

Always Kid-Focused

At the heart of his work is a simple belief: when parents take ownership of their growth and keep children out of conflict, families have a far better chance of moving forward in a healthy way.

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Stephen’s Experience & Community Impact

Stephen’s work is grounded in lived experience and years of supporting fathers and families through challenging periods of life. Through his own personal growth and navigating separation and co-parenting, he understands the mindset and emotional work required to rebuild and create a healthier environment for children.

He is also the founder of the award-winning Dads Community, created to reduce isolation and bring fathers together for connection and growth. What started as a small initiative has grown to more than 3,400 active members.

Supporting Separated Parents

Stephen works with separated mums and dads to help them navigate the emotional challenges of separation while building a vision for a more positive future. His focus is on strengthening mindset, improving communication and keeping children out of conflict.

Mentoring Fathers

Stephen also mentors fathers who want to grow personally and become stronger leaders within their families. He helps dads develop their mindset, communication and accountability so they can show up as the father they want to be.

How Stephen Works

Stephen’s approach is honest, practical and grounded. He shares the tools and lessons that have helped him navigate his own challenges and continues to work on himself as a father and leader.

His support goes beyond the session, Stephen follows up, checks in and holds you accountable so your intentions turn into real change in everyday life.

Always Kid-Focused

At the heart of his work is a simple belief: when parents take ownership of their growth and keep children out of conflict, families have a far better chance of moving forward in a healthy way.

WORK WITH STEPHEN

Separation Support

Separation changes your life, but it doesn’t have to define your future

1:1 SEPARATION MENTORSHIP

Separation can leave you feeling overwhelmed, uncertain and emotionally drained.

Many parents find themselves carrying the weight of conflict, worrying about their children, and trying to rebuild a life that suddenly looks very different from the one they had planned.

Through years of mentoring others, and through his own journey navigating separation and co-parenting challenges, Stephen has worked hard to overcome conflict and create a positive, respectful co-parenting environment for his children.

This lived experience, combined with his mentoring work, gives him a genuine understanding of the challenges parents face and the practical steps needed to move forward.

Stephen works with separated parents to help bring calm, clarity and direction during this challenging time.

This is not just a space to talk. Stephen’s mentoring focuses on real-life implementation, helping you put practical steps in place that support both you and your children.

Through mentoring sessions, you will work on the areas that matter most, including communication, emotional regulation, boundaries and rebuilding your confidence as a parent.

The focus is always on creating a healthier path forward for both you and your family.

RETURN TO U

ONLINE PROGRAM

The Return to U Online Program provides a structured pathway to help you rebuild confidence, clarity and stability after separation.

This program is designed to help you move from overwhelm and uncertainty toward a stronger, more grounded version of yourself.

You will learn practical strategies to set boundaries, manage emotions, communicate more effectively, reduce co-parenting conflict, support your children and rebuild your life with purpose.

The program can be completed independently at your own pace, or used alongside mentoring sessions for deeper support and accountability.

Read more

What You Will Learn and Implement

Take Back Control

Learn how to stay grounded and steady when emotions and circumstances feel overwhelming.

Let Go of Guilt

Develop tools to process emotions and release the guilt that often follows separation.

Understand and Manage Your Emotions

Strengthen your mindset, regulate emotional responses and improve decision making during difficult situations.

Communicate With Confidence

Learn what to say (and what not to say) when communicating with your children and your co-parent.

Set Clear Boundaries

Create healthy communication guidelines and boundaries that reduce tension and misunderstandings.

Resolve Conflict More Effectively

Use practical strategies to reduce arguments and keep discussions focused on solutions.

Support Your Children Through the Transition

Understand children’s emotional needs and help them feel safe, supported and understood during separation.

Protect Children From Conflict

Learn how to minimise conflict exposure and create emotional stability for your children.

Strengthen Parent–Child Relationships

Build stronger connection, trust and communication with your children.

Rebuild Your Identity and Confidence

Reconnect with your strengths, interests and personal direction beyond the separation.

Create a Vision for Your Future

Set meaningful commitments and develop a clear, positive direction for the next chapter of your life.

How the Program Works

The Return to U program combines structured learning with practical implementation so you can apply what you learn in real life.

The program includes:

• Structured learning modules
• Practical exercises and reflection activities
• Real-life communication tools
• Emotional awareness frameworks
• Goal setting and future planning resources

Each section is designed to help you take action, not just absorb information, so you can start seeing positive changes in your life and family environment.

Many parents choose to work through the program alongside mentoring sessions with Stephen, allowing them to receive additional guidance, accountability and support while implementing the tools.

Return to U Online Program

Self-Paced

$199

RETURN TO U

ONLINE PROGRAM &

1:1 MENTORING

For parents who commit to a course of mentoring sessions, access to the Return to U Mindset Program is included to support your progress between sessions.

This provides practical exercises, reflection tools and guided actions that help you apply what you are learning in real life, creating momentum and meaningful change.

The program can be worked through alongside your mentoring sessions or in your own time, depending on what works best for you.

Read more

The program can be worked through alongside your mentoring sessions or in your own time, depending on what works best for you.

Some parents prefer to follow the program step-by-step and use their sessions with Stephen to discuss the topics and challenges that arise. Others move through the program independently and use the sessions for additional guidance, clarity and support where it matters most.

Sessions remain fully personalised, allowing you to focus on the challenges and goals most relevant to your situation, whether that is communication with your co-parent, managing emotions, supporting your children or rebuilding direction in your life.

Combining mentoring with the Return to U program helps ensure that the work you do is not just conversation, but practical progress that carries into everyday life.

Return to U plus

9x 1:1 Mentoring Sessions

$1791

Support for Dads

Mentoring, group support and community designed to help dads grow, connect and lead their lives with purpose.

DAD MENTORSHIP

Personal support, accountability and practical guidance.

Stephen works with dads who want to improve their mindset, strengthen their leadership at home, and build a life they are proud of.

Some dads come for support through a tough period.


Others simply want to grow, improve their habits and become the best version of themselves for their children.

Read more

One-on-one mentoring provides a space for dads to talk openly, gain perspective and work through the challenges they are facing.

Sessions focus on real-life improvement, not just conversation. Stephen helps dads put practical actions in place that improve their mindset, communication, relationships and overall wellbeing.

Mentoring can support areas such as:

• Mindset and emotional awareness
• Communication and relationships
• Parenting challenges
• Confidence and personal growth
• Managing stress and pressure
• Health, habits and routines
• Goal setting and direction

Each session is personalised around where you are at and where you want to go.

DAD GROUP SESSIONS

Learn, grow and connect with other dads on a similar journey.

Group sessions provide a supportive environment where dads can learn practical tools, share experiences and develop stronger mindset and leadership in their lives.

Topics often include:

• Ownership and accountability
• Emotional resilience
• Communication and relationships
• Fatherhood leadership
• Purpose and personal direction

Many dads find that being around others who understand the challenges of fatherhood helps them realise they are not alone.

Easy-to-follow checklists.

Everything you need to do in one place .

A simple folder & filing system to stay on top of what matters.

Templates you can save straight to your desktop making every important document or conversation easily accessed.

Key Resources and Information (easy to overview and see what there is).

Everything you need, all in one place. No more late night Googling countless different websites.

Step-by-Step Process Guides.

How to get things done.

Child Care Share Options to create stability for your kids.

Parenting and Separation Agreement Templates.            

Save time and energy with done-for-you templates that cover the essentials and options.

Legal Preparation Toolkit

Practical checklists and templates to prepare for lawyer meetings, get clear advice, stay organised, and avoid unnecessary legal fees.

Knowledge of your rights, options, and support pathways, including:

Setting up MyGov, Centrelink benefits, and Child Support.

How to access free legal advice.

A complete Assets & Liabilities Division Toolkit to fairly organise your belongings, finances, and property.

Other Practical tools and templates to complete what needs to get done, including:

Budget planners to get your finances back on track.

Steps to review and restructure your bank accounts.

Recommended parenting apps.

A Shared Expense Tracker and lots more.

DADS COMMUNITY

Alongside his mentoring work, Stephen is also the founder of the award-winning Dads Community, created to help bring dads together and reduce the isolation many men experience.

What started as a simple BBQ with a few dads looking for connection has grown into a thriving community with thousands of members supporting each other through shared experiences, activities and genuine friendships.

Through regular events and meetups, the community provides opportunities for dads to connect, improve their wellbeing and build supportive networks around them

.

The community offers:

• Regular meetups and events
• Healthy activities for dads and kids
• Genuine friendships and peer support
• Opportunities for growth and accountability

At the heart of the Dads Community is a simple belief:

When dads are supported, connected and healthy, their children benefit too.

Because every child deserves a dad who is present, healthy and supported.

Other ways Stephen supports

Individuals, Families & Communities

Beyond mentoring, Stephen regularly works with communities, groups and organisations to help people develop stronger mindsets, healthier relationships and more connected families.

Public Speaking

Workshops and presentations on fatherhood, ownership, mindset and rebuilding after separation.

Podcasts & Interviews

Guest appearances sharing real experiences around parenting, resilience and personal growth.

Group Sessions

Facilitated discussions and mentoring groups designed to help people learn from each other and grow together.

Community Leadership

Founder of the award-winning Dads Community, helping thousands of dads connect, improve their wellbeing and show up for their kids.

Self Development Workshops

Practical sessions focused on mindset, accountability, communication and emotional awareness.

Community Events

Events that bring families and parents together through healthy activities, connection and shared experiences.

WORK WITH STEPHEN

Separation Support

Separation changes your life, but it doesn’t have to define your future

SEPARATION MENTORSHIP

Separation can leave you feeling overwhelmed, uncertain and emotionally drained.

Many parents find themselves carrying the weight of conflict, worrying about their children, and trying to rebuild a life that suddenly looks very different from the one they had planned.

Through years of mentoring others, and through his own journey navigating separation and co-parenting challenges, Stephen has worked hard to overcome conflict and create a positive, respectful co-parenting environment for his children.

This lived experience, combined with his mentoring work, gives him a genuine understanding of the challenges parents face and the practical steps needed to move forward.

Stephen works with separated parents to help bring calm, clarity and direction during this challenging time.

This is not just a space to talk. Stephen’s mentoring focuses on real-life implementation, helping you put practical steps in place that support both you and your children.

Through mentoring sessions, you will work on the areas that matter most, including communication, emotional regulation, boundaries and rebuilding your confidence as a parent.

The focus is always on creating a healthier path forward for both you and your family.

RETURN TO U

ONLINE PROGRAM

The Return to U Online Program provides a structured pathway to help you rebuild confidence, clarity and stability after separation.

This program is designed to help you move from overwhelm and uncertainty toward a stronger, more grounded version of yourself.

You will learn practical strategies to set boundaries, manage emotions, communicate more effectively, reduce co-parenting conflict, support your children and rebuild your life with purpose.

The program can be completed independently at your own pace, or used alongside mentoring sessions for deeper support and accountability.

Read more

What You Will Learn and Implement

Take Back Control

Learn how to stay grounded and steady when emotions and circumstances feel overwhelming.

Let Go of Guilt

Develop tools to process emotions and release the guilt that often follows separation.

Understand and Manage Your Emotions

Strengthen your mindset, regulate emotional responses and improve decision making during difficult situations.

Communicate With Confidence

Learn what to say (and what not to say) when communicating with your children and your co-parent.

Set Clear Boundaries

Create healthy communication guidelines and boundaries that reduce tension and misunderstandings.

Resolve Conflict More Effectively

Use practical strategies to reduce arguments and keep discussions focused on solutions.

Support Your Children Through the Transition

Understand children’s emotional needs and help them feel safe, supported and understood during separation.

Protect Children From Conflict

Learn how to minimise conflict exposure and create emotional stability for your children.

Strengthen Parent–Child Relationships

Build stronger connection, trust and communication with your children.

Rebuild Your Identity and Confidence

Reconnect with your strengths, interests and personal direction beyond the separation.

Create a Vision for Your Future

Set meaningful commitments and develop a clear, positive direction for the next chapter of your life.

How the Program Works

The Return to U program combines structured learning with practical implementation so you can apply what you learn in real life.

The program includes:

• Structured learning modules
• Practical exercises and reflection activities
• Real-life communication tools
• Emotional awareness frameworks
• Goal setting and future planning resources

Each section is designed to help you take action, not just absorb information, so you can start seeing positive changes in your life and family environment.

Many parents choose to work through the program alongside mentoring sessions with Stephen, allowing them to receive additional guidance, accountability and support while implementing the tools.

Return to U Online Program

Self-Paced

$199

RETURN TO U

ONLINE PROGRAM &

1:1 MENTORING

For parents who commit to a course of mentoring sessions, access to the Return to U Mindset Program is included to support your progress between sessions.

This provides practical exercises, reflection tools and guided actions that help you apply what you are learning in real life, creating momentum and meaningful change.

The program can be worked through alongside your mentoring sessions or in your own time, depending on what works best for you.

Read more

The program can be worked through alongside your mentoring sessions or in your own time, depending on what works best for you.

Some parents prefer to follow the program step-by-step and use their sessions with Stephen to discuss the topics and challenges that arise. Others move through the program independently and use the sessions for additional guidance, clarity and support where it matters most.

Sessions remain fully personalised, allowing you to focus on the challenges and goals most relevant to your situation, whether that is communication with your co-parent, managing emotions, supporting your children or rebuilding direction in your life.

Combining mentoring with the Return to U program helps ensure that the work you do is not just conversation, but practical progress that carries into everyday life.

Return to U plus

9x 1:1 Mentoring Sessions

$1791

Support for Dads

Mentoring, group support and community designed to help dads grow, connect and lead their lives with purpose.

DAD MENTORSHIP

Personal support, accountability and practical guidance.

Stephen works with dads who want to improve their mindset, strengthen their leadership at home, and build a life they are proud of.

Some dads come for support through a tough period.


Others simply want to grow, improve their habits and become the best version of themselves for their children.

Read more

One-on-one mentoring provides a space for dads to talk openly, gain perspective and work through the challenges they are facing.

Sessions focus on real-life improvement, not just conversation. Stephen helps dads put practical actions in place that improve their mindset, communication, relationships and overall wellbeing.

Mentoring can support areas such as:

• Mindset and emotional awareness
• Communication and relationships
• Parenting challenges
• Confidence and personal growth
• Managing stress and pressure
• Health, habits and routines
• Goal setting and direction

Each session is personalised around where you are at and where you want to go.

DAD GROUP SESSIONS

Learn, grow and connect with other dads on a similar journey.

Group sessions provide a supportive environment where dads can learn practical tools, share experiences and develop stronger mindset and leadership in their lives.

Topics often include:

• Ownership and accountability
• Emotional resilience
• Communication and relationships
• Fatherhood leadership
• Purpose and personal direction

Many dads find that being around others who understand the challenges of fatherhood helps them realise they are not alone.

Easy-to-follow checklists.

Everything you need to do in one place .

A simple folder & filing system to stay on top of what matters.

Templates you can save straight to your desktop making every important document or conversation easily accessed.

Key Resources and Information (easy to overview and see what there is).

Everything you need, all in one place. No more late night Googling countless different websites.

Step-by-Step Process Guides.

How to get things done.

Child Care Share Options to create stability for your kids.

Parenting and Separation Agreement Templates.            

Save time and energy with done-for-you templates that cover the essentials and options.

Legal Preparation Toolkit

Practical checklists and templates to prepare for lawyer meetings, get clear advice, stay organised, and avoid unnecessary legal fees.

Knowledge of your rights, options, and support pathways, including:

Setting up MyGov, Centrelink benefits, and Child Support.

How to access free legal advice.

A complete Assets & Liabilities Division Toolkit to fairly organise your belongings, finances, and property.

Other Practical tools and templates to complete what needs to get done, including:

Budget planners to get your finances back on track.

Steps to review and restructure your bank accounts.

Recommended parenting apps.

A Shared Expense Tracker and lots more.

DADS COMMUNITY

Alongside his mentoring work, Stephen is also the founder of the award-winning Dads Community, created to help bring dads together and reduce the isolation many men experience.

What started as a simple BBQ with a few dads looking for connection has grown into a thriving community with thousands of members supporting each other through shared experiences, activities and genuine friendships.

Through regular events and meetups, the community provides opportunities for dads to connect, improve their wellbeing and build supportive networks around them

.

The community offers:

• Regular meetups and events
• Healthy activities for dads and kids
• Genuine friendships and peer support
• Opportunities for growth and accountability

At the heart of the Dads Community is a simple belief:

When dads are supported, connected and healthy, their children benefit too.

Because every child deserves a dad who is present, healthy and supported.

Other ways Stephen supports Individuals, Families & Communities

Beyond mentoring, Stephen regularly works with communities, groups and organisations to help people develop stronger mindsets, healthier relationships and more connected families.

Public Speaking

Workshops and presentations on fatherhood, ownership, mindset and rebuilding after separation.

Podcasts & Interviews

Guest appearances sharing real experiences around parenting, resilience and personal growth.

Group Sessions

Facilitated discussions and mentoring groups designed to help people learn from each other and grow together.

Community Leadership

Founder of the award-winning Dads Community, helping thousands of dads connect, improve their wellbeing and show up for their kids.

Self Development Workshops

Practical sessions focused on mindset, accountability, communication and emotional awareness.

Community Events

Events that bring families and parents together through healthy activities, connection and shared experiences.

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