I give guidance to students preparing for university admissions.

Skills and Experience as a Guidance Counsellor I am a dedicated and compassionate Guidance Counsellor with professional experience supporting secondary school students in their academic, personal, social, emotional, and career development. In my current role as a School Counsellor at Lead British International School, I work with students from diverse backgrounds, including Nigerian and international students, providing a safe, confidential, and supportive environment where students can discuss their concerns and develop the skills needed to thrive academically and personally. My counselling practice is student-centred, with a strong emphasis on active listening, empathy, confidentiality, emotional support, and the development of positive relationships. I provide individual counselling to students experiencing a range of concerns, including adjustment difficulties, emotional challenges, peer relationships, behavioural concerns, academic difficulties, self-esteem issues, and challenges associated with transitioning into a new school environment. I also provide orientation and settling-in support for new students, helping them become comfortable within the school community and understand the expectations, values, and culture of the school. A significant part of my experience is in academic and career guidance. I support students in making informed decisions about subject selection, academic pathways, university courses, and future careers. I have worked with senior students and their parents to explore appropriate international university options and courses based on students’ interests, abilities, aspirations, and academic profiles. I believe effective career counselling should go beyond simply recommending careers; it should help students understand themselves, recognise their strengths, explore opportunities, and make realistic and informed decisions about their future. I also have experience administering and interpreting psychological and career-related assessment tools within my professional scope. I use assessment information, alongside individual discussions and observations, to gain a better understanding of students’ interests, abilities, strengths, and areas requiring support. I communicate assessment outcomes professionally to students and parents, ensuring that interpretations are presented sensitively and constructively.