a comprehensive guide for the HCPs who work in counselling and psychological care of children and adoles- cents. The Handbook includes information on HIV clinical care; growth and development; mental health; child protection; counselling and communication; disclosure; loss, grief, and bereavement; adherence; sexual and reproductive health; transition of care; support systems; and monitoring and evaluation of psychosocial services. The material provided in the Handbook aims to equip HCPs with important information that will help them to maximise resiliency, minimise risk factors, and promote positive personal growth among the children and adolescents they care for who are living with or affected by HIV.