What does school counselling really look like from the inside? And how can counsellors, teachers, and parents work together to better support students?

In this episode of You, Me & The School Counsellor, we speak with Sanika Natu, a psychologist and school counsellor based in Pune. With a Master’s in Clinical Psychology, Sanika works closely with students, parents, and teachers, supporting children through academic, emotional, and behavioural challenges.

We explore:
• Common concerns that bring students to the counselling room
• How counselling approaches differ in a school environment
• The importance of building authentic rapport with students
• How counsellors identify and address a child’s core concern
• The role of teachers and parents in supporting a child’s wellbeing
• Why the counselling room can be a space where children can simply be themselves

A thoughtful conversation on understanding children beyond their challenges — and recognising the strengths that often go unnoticed. Do listen and share.

If you would like to connect with the experts at the KaveriCounselling, Empowerment & Gifted Centre for:

• Personal guidance and counselling support

• Setting up a counselling cell in your school

• Training educators and counsellors

• Building student wellbeing programs

Call: 73855 42290 or email [email protected]

You, Me & The School Counsellor is hosted and produced by Himani and Kalyani from Partners in UpBringing forthe Kaveri Group of Institutes.

Through conversations with counsellors, psychologists,educators, parents, and school leaders, the podcast explores student wellbeing,behaviour, learning challenges, and the support systems in school set up thathelp children flourish.

You, Me & The School Counsellor , because every child deserves to be understood.

What does a school counsellor really do? Is counselling only meant for children in crisis, or is it an integral part of creating a healthy school environment?

In this episode, we are joined by⁠ Dr. Devasena Desai⁠, Associate Director at ⁠Kaveri Counselling, Empowerment & Gifted Centre.⁠ With over three decades of experience in counselling, gifted education, and child development, Dr. Desai shares how school counselling has evolved and why it is no longer a "nice-to-have" but an essential pillar of every school.

Together, we explore the role of school counsellors in promoting emotional wellbeing, building safe and supportive school environments, and working alongside teachers and parents to help every child thrive.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The evolving role of school counsellors in today's schools.
• How counsellors support students beyond crisis intervention.
• Creating a school environment where children feel safe, heard, and supported.
• Supporting students through emotional distress, trauma, and life transitions.
• School policies and practices that promote positive mental health.
• How counselling systems have evolved over the years and why every school needs a strong mental wellbeing framework.

If you would like to connect with the experts at the Kaveri Counselling, Empowerment & Gifted Centre for:

• Personal guidance and counselling support

• Setting up a counselling cell in your school

• Training educators and counsellors

• Building student wellbeing programs

Call: 73855 42290

Do Share

• School leaders and administrators

• Teachers and educators

• School counsellors and psychologists

• Parents interested in student wellbeing

• Anyone passionate about creating emotionally healthy learning environments

You, Me & The School Counsellor is hosted and produced by ⁠Himani⁠ and ⁠Kalyani⁠ from ⁠Partners in UpBringing⁠ for the Kaveri Group of Institutes.

Through conversations with counsellors, psychologists, educators, parents, and school leaders, the podcast explores student wellbeing, behaviour, learning challenges, and the support systems in school set up that help children flourish.

You, Me & The School CounsellorBecause every child deserves to be understood.

Welcome to the very first episode of You, Me & The School Counsellor.

In this inaugural episode, we are joined by Mrs. Malathi Kalmadi, Managing Trustee of the Kaveri Group of Institutes and Founding Director of the Kaveri Gifted Education & Research Centre.

In this conversation, we explore the vision behind introducing counselling in schools, the changing needs of children and families, and what it takes to build a culture where student wellbeing is seen as a shared responsibility.

✓ Why counselling is an essential part of modern education

✓ The changing emotional and social needs of children

✓ How parenting and childhood have evolved over the years

✓ The Kaveri Group's journey in introducing counselling cells in schools

✓ Creating a school ecosystem that supports student wellbeing

✓ The role of teachers, parents, school leaders, and counsellors

✓ Addressing stigma around seeking support

✓ The financial and practical realities of implementing counselling programs

✓ The impact of counselling on students, parents, and the overall school environment

Counselling in schools is not merely about addressing problems when they arise. It is about creating safe spaces, building resilience, fostering self-awareness, and ensuring that every child has the support they need to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Mrs. Malathi Kalmadi is the Managing Trustee of the Kaveri Group of Institutes and Founding Director of the Kaveri Gifted Education & Research Centre. Her work has been instrumental in shaping student wellbeing initiatives and counselling frameworks within schools for over three decades.

If you would like to connect with the experts at the Kaveri Counselling, Empowerment & Gifted Centre for:

• Personal guidance and counselling support
• Setting up a counselling cell in your school
• Training educators and counsellors
• Building student wellbeing programs

Call: 73855 42290

Do Share

• School leaders and administrators
• Teachers and educators
• School counsellors and psychologists
• Parents interested in student wellbeing
• Anyone passionate about creating emotionally healthy learning environments

You, Me & The School Counsellor is hosted and produced by Himani and Kalyani from Partners in UpBringing for the Kaveri Group of Institutes.

Through conversations with counsellors, psychologists, educators, parents, and school leaders, the podcast explores student wellbeing, behaviour, learning challenges, and the support systems in school set up that help children flourish.

You, Me & The School Counsellor
Because every child deserves to be understood.

Children today are growing up in a world that is more connected, more competitive, and more complex than ever before. As educators, counsellors, and parents, we're often faced with questions that don't have easy answers. How do we support children through anxiety, peer pressure, emotional challenges, learning difficulties, and the many transitions of growing up? You, Me & The School Counsellor is a podcast created to bring these conversations into the open. Through insightful discussions with counsellors, psychologists, educators, school leaders, parents, and students, we explore what is really happening in children's emotional worlds and how schools and families can work together to support them. Brought to you by the Kaveri Group of Institutes and the Kaveri Gifted Education & Research Centre, this podcast draws on decades of experience in building counselling ecosystems within schools. Whether you're a parent, teacher, counsellor, or school leader, you'll find perspectives, conversations, and ideas that help you better understand and support the children in your care. You, Me & The School Counsellor, because every child deserves to be understood.#YouMeAndTheSchoolCounsellor #SchoolCounselling #StudentWellbeing #MentalHealthInSchools #Education #Parenting #Teachers #Counsellors