About the Counsellor

• Ms. Meenakshi Emmanuel serves as the School Counsellor at Lady Florence Convent School with a deep commitment to student well-being, emotional growth, and holistic development.
• She holds a Degree in Psychology and Psychiatry from Lady Hardinge Medical College, along with a Master’s Degree (M.A.) in Psychology. With over 25 years of experience in the fields of education, counselling, mentoring, and student guidance, she continues to contribute meaningfully towards the emotional and personal development of children and adolescents.




Role and Responsibilities

The School Counsellor supports students academically, emotionally, socially, and behaviourally. Key responsibilities include:

• Providing individual and group counselling sessions for students.
• Supporting students in emotional regulation, stress management, and confidence building.
• Assisting students with academic concerns, study habits, and goal setting.
• Guiding students regarding peer relationships, behavioural challenges, and social skills.
• Facilitating catharsis-based supportive conversations and emotional release activities in a safe environment.
• Promoting positive peer interaction through buddy support systems and student- connect programmes.
• Conducting motivational and guidance sessions for senior students.
• Collaborating with teachers and school authorities to ensure student well-being and positive classroom environments.
• Conducting parent consultations and counselling support whenever required.

Areas of Support

Students may seek counselling support for:

• Emotional well-being, stress, and anxiety management
• Self-confidence, self-esteem, and personal development
• Adolescent and age-related challenges
• Behavioural concerns and emotional regulation
• Academic pressure, study skills, and goal setting
• Conflict resolution, bullying concerns, and positive interactions
• Personal challenges, adjustment issues, and emotional expression

Counselling Services

The Counselling Department offers a comprehensive range of support services for students aged 3 to 18 years, as well as guidance and counselling support for parents and educators.

• Individual counselling sessions for students, teachers, and parents
• Group counselling and peer interaction sessions
• Classroom guidance programmes
• Life-skill development sessions
• Wellness and mindfulness activities
• Awareness workshops on mental health, emotional wellness, discipline, and positive behaviour
• Art therapy-based activities for emotional expression and relaxation
• School-level CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy)-based interventions to promote positive thinking patterns and emotional management
• Catharsis-oriented activities that encourage healthy emotional release and self- reflection

Confidentiality and Ethics

• The counselling process is conducted in a safe, respectful, supportive, and non-judgemental environment where students are encouraged to express themselves freely.