FORTIS COUNSELLING SESSION
Date & Day: Tuesday, 13 May 2025 and Friday, 16 May 2025
Class : VI, VII, VIII and IX
Venue : School Auditorium
Topic : Bully to Buddy
An insightful session on bullying was conducted by Ms. Anusha Tyagi and Mr. Vaibhav Saxena ,
Consultants in Expressive Arts-Based Therapy and Counselling Psychologists from the Department of
Mental Health and Behavioural Sciences, Fortis Healthcare. The session, titled “Bully to Buddy”, aimed
to help students understand the harmful effects of bullying, identify its various forms, and learn constructive
ways to respond. The experts emphasized transforming bullies into buddies and fostering an inclusive,
supportive school environment.
The session began with a clear definition of bullying, described as intentional aggressive behavior targeted
at someone perceived to be weaker or different. The experts emphasized that bullying includes physical
acts like hitting or pushing, as well as verbal abuse such as name-calling, teasing, and spreading rumors.
Cyberbullying, which occurs on digital platforms, was also discussed, highlighting the increasing issue of
online harassment.
Ms. Tyagi and Mr. Vaibhav discussed why bullying occurs, explaining that bullies often act out due to
personal insecurities, past experiences of being bullied, or a lack of empathy. They stressed that bullying is
not limited to specific individuals or groups and can affect anyone, regardless of gender or social status.
The experts made it clear that bullying is never acceptable, as it can lead to serious emotional and
psychological consequences for both the victim and the bully. The session aimed to help students recognize
bullying in different forms and understand the harm it can cause, empowering them to act against it.
One of the session's key activities was “Letter to a Bully”, where students wrote letters expressing their
feelings towards those who either bullied them or imagined a situation. This exercise encouraged self-
reflection and helped students constructively process their emotions. The activity also aimed to foster
empathy and turn negative situations into opportunities for positive change. Additionally, the experts
introduced the idea of forming an Anti-Bullying Squad, encouraging students to take an active role in
addressing bullying within their school by supporting victims, promoting kindness, and fostering a safe
school environment. This squad would act as a proactive group to prevent bullying and ensure that every
student feels respected and valued.
The session concluded with an interactive question-and-answer session, where students shared their
thoughts on how to stop bullying and how to handle bullies. The resource persons emphasized the
importance of talking to trusted adults, such as parents and teachers, and reporting bullying incidents
immediately. Students were encouraged to be proactive and work together to create a safer, more inclusive
school community where kindness and respect prevail.