Your DM.
The one in the blue shirt is me. The other is Shadow the Rat.
Tom Hall
I'm a qualified, trauma-informed facilitator with over six years’ experience working with young people in educational, creative, and therapeutic settings. My approach combines youth mentoring with narrative-based play, using Dungeons & Dragons as a framework for emotional connection and personal growth.
Qualifications & Experience
Master’s Degree in Creative Writing – bringing rich, immersive storytelling to every session
DBS-checked & Safeguarding Trained – ensuring a safe, professional environment
Extensive work with neurodiverse and SEMH young people – in schools, community settings, and 1:1 mentoring
Co-founder of a therapeutic non-profit – supporting out-of-school youth with animal-assisted interventions
Experienced Dungeon Master – crafting stories that adapt to the emotional needs and creative spark of each player
My Approach
Whether guiding a small group of students through a structured school campaign or holding space for a young person in a 1:1 duet session, I focus on building trust, self-expression, and plain speaking. I believe in following the young person’s lead while offering structure and opportunities for reflection through gameplay.
My Interests/Inspirations
Manga and Anime (Bleach, Naruto, JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, Attack on Titan and more)
Video Games (Minecraft, Monster Hunter, JRPGs, Bethesda RPGs and more)
Warhammer 40K - Mostly just the painting and lore
Books (Lord of the Rings, Game of Thrones, Asimov, Arthur C. Clarke, Stephen King and more)