Mission
To provide compassionate therapy and support that strengthens families, empowers children, and promotes mental wellness.
About ABATO
Deep healing for children, families, and caregivers.
ABATO CENTER FOR FAMILY AND CHILD THERAPY is a Uganda-based nonprofit therapy center helping children and families navigate life's emotional, behavioral, and relational challenges.
Why ABATO Exists
No child should have to carry deep pain without a safe place to heal.
ABATO stands with children, parents, caregivers, and schools so emotional wounds can be noticed early, understood with care, and supported with professional guidance.
Vision
A world where every child, parent, and caregiver thrives in a safe, mentally healthy, and emotionally empowered environment.
Motto
Healing Families. Transforming Communities. Deep Healing for deep wounds.
Our Approach
Professional care with warmth and clarity.
We listen first. Every child and family comes with a story that deserves patience and respect.
We support the whole family. Children heal better when parents, caregivers, teachers, and trusted adults understand how to help.
We keep care practical. Counselling focuses on real coping skills, communication, behavior change, confidence, and emotional safety.
Core Values
The principles that guide how ABATO serves.
Respect
Every child and family is treated with dignity.
Transparency
ABATO values clear communication and responsible records.
Accountability
Resources are handled for the nonprofit mission.
Staff
Professional roles that keep care organized and responsive.
ABATO's staff structure brings together administration, child-focused support, and psychological guidance so every family is directed to the right support pathway.
Administrator
Nantume Zaitun
Coordinates appointments, records, referrals, communication, reporting, and daily center operations so families and partners are served clearly.
Child Specialist
Ankunda Apophia
Supports children, parents, caregivers, and schools with counselling guidance, child development insight, safety, and practical care plans.
Psychologist
Bataringaya Agaptus
Provides psychological guidance, assessment support, referral direction, and professional care recommendations where a child needs deeper support.
The Heart Of ABATO
When families feel supported, children can begin to feel safe again.
Learn more about ABATO's services or contact the team to discuss a child, family, school, or partnership need.