Supporting children and young people in North London
BACP qualified counsellor providing safe, confidential support for young people aged 9–18. School-based counselling that fits around your child's day.
Hi, I'm Saba
I'm a BACP qualified counsellor specialising in supporting children and young people aged 9–18. I understand that childhood and adolescence can bring challenges – from anxiety and low mood to school-related stress and the ups and downs of growing up.
Through school-based counselling, I provide a safe, confidential space where young people can explore their feelings, build coping strategies, and develop resilience. Sessions take place during the school day, making support accessible without disrupting family routines. I offer affordable counselling to make professional support accessible to more families.
Why young people's mental health matters
The mental health crisis affecting young people in the UK is growing. Access to timely, professional support can make a real difference.
Counselling and therapy
Counselling and therapy involves talking about feelings, thoughts and experiences. Children and young people can also explore these things through art and play. You might sometimes hear it being called 'talking therapy' or 'psychotherapy'.
"Every child deserves to feel safe, heard, and understood."
Counselling helps children by:
Feeling safe and supported
- Providing a safe, confidential space to talk, play, and express feelings
- Helping children feel heard, accepted, and understood
- Building a trusting relationship where children can be themselves
Understanding emotions
- Learning to name and recognise different feelings
- Making sense of confusing thoughts and experiences
- Improving communication and social skills
Building skills and resilience
- Teaching healthy ways to cope with worries, stress, and big feelings
- Supporting emotional regulation and reducing overwhelm
- Building self-esteem, confidence, and a positive sense of self
- Strengthening resilience and problem-solving skills
Processing and healing
- Working through difficult experiences such as loss, change, or trauma
- Reducing anxiety, low mood, and behavioural difficulties
Many parents seek counselling because they sense their child is struggling and want to offer the right support. You may notice changes in your child's emotions or behaviour and feel unsure how best to help. Reaching out for counselling doesn't mean you've failed, it shows care, attention, and a desire to help your child feel safe and understood. Counselling provides a gentle space where children can explore their feelings at their own pace, while parents can feel reassured they are taking a positive step for their child's wellbeing.
Areas of support
I work with children and young people experiencing a range of emotional and behavioural difficulties.
Anxiety and worry
Support for managing anxious thoughts and feelings that affect daily life.
Low mood
Help for children and young people experiencing persistent sadness or low mood.
School-related stress
Support with academic pressure, exam anxiety, and school avoidance.
Self-esteem and confidence
Building a stronger sense of self-worth and confidence.
Emotional regulation
Learning to understand and manage difficult emotions effectively.
Neurodivergence
Support for neurodivergent young people navigating emotional challenges.
Life changes
Help processing and adapting to significant changes affecting children and young people.
School-based counselling
I offer on-site counselling at schools across North London, including Barnet, Enfield, Finchley, Southgate, Mill Hill, and Muswell Hill. Sessions take place during the school day in a private room, providing the least disruption to your child's routine.
- 50-minute sessions during school hours
- Safe, confidential space on-site
- Minimal disruption to learning
- Collaboration with parents and schools
- Ages 9–18 welcome
"Small steps can lead to big changes."
Getting started
Taking the first step towards support is straightforward. Here's what happens next.
Get in touch
Contact me via the form or email. I respond within 1 working day.
Free consultation
We'll have an initial conversation to understand your child's needs.
Begin sessions
Sessions start at school, building a safe, supportive space for your child.