Counseling Services.
A confidential, supportive space for every student. We are here to listen and to help.
Role of School Counselors
School counselors at Asperion support students across academic, personal, and social dimensions. Academic counseling helps students with subject choices, study habits, and managing workload; we work with teachers and tutors when useful, always with the student’s consent. Personal counseling offers a confidential space for worries about relationships, identity, stress, or family—anything that affects how a student feels or performs.
We also support social development: navigating friendships, conflict, and belonging in a diverse community. All guidance is confidential within the limits of safeguarding: we do not share what students tell us unless there is a risk to their or others’ safety, in which case we follow clear procedures and involve the minimum necessary people. Our aim is that every student knows they have someone to turn to who will listen and help without judgment.
Services Offered
Individual Counseling test
One-to-one sessions where students can discuss academic pressures, personal challenges, or social concerns in a confidential setting. Sessions are tailored to the student’s needs and may focus on goal-setting, coping strategies, or working through specific issues.
Group Sessions
Structured groups for topics such as study skills, transition support, or social skills. Students benefit from peer support and shared experiences while learning practical strategies in a safe, facilitated environment.
Career Counseling
Support for exploring interests, strengths, and possible career paths. We use conversations and age-appropriate tools to help students understand their options and how their current choices might shape their future.
University Guidance
Guidance on university and college research, application timelines, essay preparation, and interview skills. We help students present their achievements clearly and find institutions that match their goals and values.
Crisis Support
Immediate, confidential support for students in distress. Our counselors are available to listen, stabilise, and connect students and families with further help when needed. We follow clear protocols to ensure safety and continuity of care.
Counseling Process
Students can access support by dropping in during designated times, asking their tutor or year head for a referral, or emailing the counseling team directly. Appointments are usually scheduled within a few days; in urgent cases we prioritise same-day or next-day contact.
The appointment process is simple: we find a time that fits the student’s schedule and meet in a private room. What is said in sessions remains confidential unless the student agrees to share information (for example with parents or teachers) or we have a safeguarding duty to disclose. Our confidentiality policy is explained at the first meeting so that students know exactly what to expect.
Meet Our Counselors
Dr. Elena Vassallo
Elena leads our counselling team and specialises in adolescent development, anxiety, and study-related stress. She has worked in international schools in Europe and Asia and is committed to creating a culture where every student feels they can ask for help. She oversees both individual and group programmes and works closely with tutors and parents to support holistic progress.
James Chen
James supports students with university applications, career exploration, and the transition from school to further study or work. He has placed students in leading universities across the UK, US, and Europe and runs workshops on essay writing, interviews, and decision-making. He believes in helping students find pathways that fit their strengths and aspirations.