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Social

emotional learning

“We think we listen, but very rarely do we listen with real under-
standing, true empathy. Yet listening, of this very kind, is one of the
most potent forces for change that I know.” - Carl Rogers

Counselling children is like working with an array of having a caregiver (among the adults) that they
of gems and stones. Some are perfect as they are. can turn to and will be there for them without any
Others need a little polish to shine, and still others pre-concieved notions or judgements.
need to be examined for preparation before they
are shaped to be the most beautiful one. One may Each student must acknowledge and accept
be a shining star alone, another may shine best what makes him/her unique, what he/she needs
within a cluster and many others within a galaxy. within self and from the outside world. Each one
should be capable of using the resources avail-
Each is different, each is beautiful and most impor- able for their own well-being and happiness. We
tant, each has its own unique value.
aim to contribute and promote the wholeround
I meet students individually and in small groups wellness of a student, for them to be a confident
apart from conducting class room guidance les- and responsible learner and well-prepared for real
sons. My responsibilities include promoting aca- world success – as a human being with their own
demic, personal, emotional and social devel- individuality.
opment of all. I have an open door policy and
students are encouraged to see me any time they
need me – be it for advice or merely to chat. Mrs Nikitha Mohan
Counsellor
Students are always made aware of the fact that
whatever information is shared or disclosed is
kept confidential, unless there is a mention of
something that could be harmful to themselves
or others. It is my privilege to provide students
with support and empower them to make good
life choices. My intention is to help them find their
own path to resolve any issue(s) – part of which is
by providing a space in which they can talk about
their feelings. Students need to be given a sense

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