The Best Counseling & Therapy Center helps children, adults, couples and families work through anxiety, depression, exam stress, marriage problems and grief. Private sessions. No judgement. In your own language.
School refusal, exam fear, anger at home, bullying, screen overuse. Parents are part of the plan.
Anxiety and panic, depression, sleep trouble, burnout, grief, low confidence.
Communication breakdown, trust after betrayal, in-law conflict, decisions about separation.
Separation, custody, a child caught in the middle, three generations and nobody speaking.
We understand that seeking help is a big step. We provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings.
Book an appointmentRegistered with the Rehabilitation Council of India. Trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, psychodynamic therapy and integrative approaches.
Our lead clinician serves as a Child Counselor at the Mediation Centre, Madras High Court (functioning under the High Court's ADR framework) and Family Counselor at the Family Court. With 20+ years of clinical experience in child welfare and family dispute resolution, the courts entrust her when families reach breaking point.
Patients say the same thing again and again: we take the time, we explain what is actually happening, and we do it in words you can understand.
Children, teenagers, adults, couples and whole families. Muslim, Hindu, Christian. Your faith and family customs are respected, never dismissed.
Over 20 years of dedicated clinical expertise as a Child Counselor & Family Counselor — in psychological counseling, child welfare, family dispute resolution, and community mental health.
Counseling Psychologist · Child Counselor · Family Counselor · Psychotherapist · Founder & Director
Dr. A. Lubna Fathima is a distinguished Counseling Psychologist, Child Counselor, Family Counselor, Psychotherapist, and Mental Health Professional with over 20 years of clinical experience in psychological counseling, family welfare, and community mental health. She is the Founder and Director of The Best Counseling & Therapy Center, Chennai, providing professional, confidential counseling and therapeutic services for children, adolescents, couples, families, and individuals.
She serves as a Child Counselor at the Mediation Centre, Madras High Court, functioning under the Madras High Court's alternative dispute resolution (ADR) framework, and as a Family Counselor at the Family Court, with extensive expertise in child welfare, family dispute resolution, parenting interventions, and psychosocial support services. A passionate advocate for mental health awareness, pre-marital counseling, child protection, and family well-being, her dedication to empowering communities has earned her wide recognition, including the prestigious South India Women Achievers Award.
“Most people don't need to be fixed. They need to be understood first, and then given real tools that work inside a real Indian family — with real in-laws, real money pressure, and real exam results. Some people come to me after twenty years of silence. All of them are welcome.”
“When a family heals together, a child grows up whole. My work with the Family Court and the Mediation Centre has taught me that behind every dispute there is a family that still wants to find its way back to each other.”
Come to the Center, or meet us online from anywhere in India. Fees are told to you on the phone before you book — there are no surprises.
No stopwatch and no rush towards a diagnosis. You talk, we ask questions, and you stop when you want to stop.
In plain words, not clinical language. You leave the first session understanding your own situation better than when you walked in.
Usually CBT, so you have something practical to try before the next session. Your choice and your pace.
Tell us briefly what is going on. No details needed on the phone, and no referral required.
We confirm the fee and the slot before you come. Evening and weekend appointments available.
Your first session is about understanding you. Nothing else. Bring whoever helps you feel safe.
Everything you say stays inside the room.
Passionate advocate for mental health awareness, pre-marital counseling, child protection, and student well-being across Chennai, including sessions with ICCW Anna Nagar.
Serving as a Child Counselor at the Mediation Centre, Madras High Court, with extensive experience in child welfare, family dispute resolution, parenting interventions, and psychosocial support.
Certified corporate trainer conducting POSH & POCSO compliance, awareness programs, and mental health workshops for corporate workplaces, institutions, and schools.
Recognized and appreciated by diverse professional and social organizations for over two decades of dedicated service in strengthening families and community mental health.
Nothing at all. If you already have prescriptions, school reports or an earlier diagnosis, bring them — but do not delay booking to find them.
171/72, Medavakkam Tank Road, Kilpauk, Chennai-10 (Landmark: Next to Navkar Car Jewels). Parking and bike parking available. The building is wheelchair accessible.
Cash, debit and credit cards accepted at the Center. Fees are confirmed on the phone before your appointment is fixed.
If your question is not here, just call. Nobody will pressure you into an appointment.
171/72, Medavakkam Tank Road, Kilpauk, Chennai-10 (Next to Navkar Car Jewels)
Call, message on WhatsApp, or send the form. Somebody replies the same day.
At The Best Counseling & Therapy Center, our team is more than professionals; we’re compassionate listeners, innovative healers, and your allies. With a deep commitment to your wellness, we’re here to ensure that you feel understood, supported, and empowered to overcome your obstacles.