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Practice the Pause to Resolve Power Struggles with Your Child
Learning to pause before reacting can transform conflict into connection and reduce power struggles with your child.
Jamila Jamal Nabatanzi
Child Wellbeing Advocate
&
Counseling Psychologist
Personal Story & Expertise
About Jamila
Helping adults understand children and create emotionally safe environments where they can flourish.
I'm Jamila Jamal Nabatanzi — a Counseling Psychologist, educator, and Child Wellbeing Advocate. For years I've worked alongside children, parents, teachers, and schools to navigate emotional, behavioral, and relational challenges. My core belief is simple: children flourish when the adults around them feel supported and equipped to respond with empathy.
"As a parent raising a child with autism, this work is deeply personal. That journey has sharpened my understanding of inclusion, deepened my compassion for families, and reinforced my conviction that every child deserves to feel valued."
I work beyond managing behavior — toward understanding the needs and experiences beneath it. Whether counseling an adolescent, guiding a parent, or training teachers, my goal is always the same: healthier relationships and emotionally safe environments.
What I Offer
Services to Help Your Family Grow
Personalized, evidence-based support aimed at fostering growth across families, educational institutions, and communities.
Parent Guidance & Family Support
Supporting parents to better understand behaviour, strengthen relationships, and create emotionally safe homes.
Teacher Training & School Wellbeing
Training and supporting teachers in emotional awareness, classroom relationships, communication, behaviour guidance, and wellbeing.
Child & Adolescent Emotional Wellbeing
Counselling, emotional support, social-emotional learning, self-esteem, resilience, and healthy relationships.
Autism Advocacy & Inclusion
Awareness, caregiver support, school inclusion, and community education.
Emotional Wellness for Adults
Self-awareness, emotional regulation, intentional living, stress management, and personal growth.
Workshops & Community Programs
Parenting talks, teacher workshops, wellbeing programs, and community awareness initiatives.
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Practice the Pause to Resolve Power Struggles with Your Child
Learning to pause before reacting can transform conflict into connection and reduce power struggles with your child.
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