top of page

parent/ carer support

As school's work towards becoming Mentally Healthy, providing in-school counselling is recognised as an effective early intervention strategy for pupils' identified as requiring emotional and therapeutic support. 

​

Counselling & School Experience

Samia's counselling training and post qualification experience has predominantly taken place within a school setting. She has trained with an integrative counselling model which allows her to draw on the strengths of various counselling approaches. Her approach is client-led with focus on art creativity and play as a space for engagement as well as talking therapy and a solution focused approach with young people.

​

Samia has a strong understanding of the school environment. Her background in teaching, which spans over 14 years, and recent SEN specialism in SEMH has exposed her to a broad range of educational settings and diverse backgrounds.  She has a sound knowledge of collaborative practice having worked closely with school staff and external specialist staff ranging from Mental Health Practitioners, Inclusion Managers, SENCO, Educational Psychologists and Speech and Language Therapists. Samia's collective counselling and school based experience makes her an ideal School Counsellor.

​

What is offered

Samia provides one-to-one confidential counselling to pupils' responding to their personal, social or emotional concerns. Through the medium of play and creativity, 

she explores presented thoughts and feelings that may be triggering difficulties. Samia offers both short-term early intervention and more long-term support if required.

​

School Package

  • One/ two day a week dedicated visit

  • Ability to take four - five clients based on school referrals and assessment

  • 45-50 min sessions per child

  • Use art creativity and play within therapy to help children and young people tell their story in non-verbal meansSupport young people with talking therapy approach if preferred

  • Model how to put words to thoughts, feelings and actions to process and help children and young people better understand themselves

  • Offer a lunchtime drop-in service 

  • Consultations/ Review meetings with key staff addressing areas of pupil concern, progress and practical tips for classroom support.

Empty School classroom with desks chair

As a Registered Member of the BACP, Samia works in line with the BACP Code of Conduct and Ethical Framework. She regularly undertakes continuing professional development (CPD) and receives clinical supervision as outlined by BACP guidance.

Samia adheres to school policies relevant to Safeguarding and Child Protection. She is fully insured and registered with the Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) Update Service.

Contact...Your First Step...

Taking the first step to contact a therapist can feel daunting, and it's natural to have mixed emotions about it. It often requires a leap of faith, but many people who have taken that step say it was the best decision they ever made for their well-being. Even if you're uncertain, I encourage you to reach out by phone or email, and we can talk through what you're feeling together.

​

Screen Shot 2020-01-16 at 21.50.35.png

07854177258  |  samia.quddus@gmail.com

Thank you. I will respond in 2 working days, Samia

Please note that alpebble is committed to the highest privacy and confidentiality. Any submitted data is stored securely, collected lawfully and in accordance with GDPR regulations. By submitting data, you agree to your data being collected and stored.

© 2025 alpebble

bottom of page