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The Centre for Child Development & Therapies

Our Experts

Our Experts

MANAGEMENT

SOYA SUSEELAN
BEHAVIOUR MANAGEMENT,EDUCATILIST AND SI THERAPIST

Soya works with children of all ages challenged with sensory processing disorders,Autism spectrum disorder,ADHD, dyspraxia, learning disorders, physical difficulties, among others. Soya is highly committed to helping parents, advisors and educators, and takes an active role supporting the special needs community in Aboard,Middle east and India. She works as an educational consultant in special needs for schools and frequently helps families with the early stages of diagnosis and support.
Soya specialized in sensory integration theory and therapy also certified from the International Behavior Analyst Organization (IBAO) and also Behaviour management(RBT) with 15yrs years of professional experience. For the last 15 years Behaviour Management and SI has been basis of her work and programs, that she developed for children with Autism Spectrum, Learning difficulties and special educational needs. Soya has experience in aiding, designing and implanting intensive early behavioral inventions for individuals across the spectrum of ages three to young adults in class rooms, home based setting, community outings and occasional settings

SUPERVISIORS

WILMA LEWIS
BCBA

Wilma is a 25+ year veteran in the field of mental health and is one of the first Board Certified Behaviour Analysts (BCBA) in Dubai. Having worked with over 2000 children and their parents, care givers, therapists and consultants, Wilma draws on her rich experience to teach and administer language and behavior intervention services to children with learning difficulties. A staunch believer in hands-on training, Wilma actively mentors 30+ Registered Behaviour Technicians (RBTs), 3 BCaBAs and 2 BCBAs, who deliver personalized behavioral intervention programs to over 100 families.


VASANTHI SUNDAR
BcABA

Vasanthi is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCABA), USA and PG Diploma in Autism (KPMRC with over 20 years of experience implementing ABA programs with children diagnosed with Autism & other Developmental Disabilities. She has extensive experience working with children from the age of 18 months to 17 years. She has worked on different skills including communication, task completion, working in a group, play skills, social skills and self-help skills.


RAISA SAYOOJ
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

Have a Master’s degree of Occupational Therapy with 13years of professional experience. She has completed her internships in various hospitals and rehabilitation centre’s in the field of Pediatrics, Ortho, Neuro and Psychiatry. Started her career as an Occupational therapist. Have worked in various special schools, Rehabiltation centres and also in hospital. Have 10yrs of experience in the field of paediatrics ,especially in handling children with Autism, ADHD, Cerebral palsy, learning disability and other paediatric disorders. Her area of skills and interest is in treating children Autism , dyslexia and ADHD and expertised in given sensory intergration therapy.


CLINICAL TEAM

NIKIL G KUMAR
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

Nikil graduated as an Occupational Therapist in 2020, he completed the Sensory Integration program he owned a pediatric OT covering a wide range of pediatric conditions.Nikil specialties include sensory integration and praxis difficulties, Autism, integration of primitive reflexes, cerebral palsy and other neurodevelopmental disorders, as well as fine motor and handwriting difficulties. OT can transform all spheres of life, but he is passionate about early intervention and the significant impact it may have on a young child’s life, as small hands leave the biggest prints!


NEHA ELIZABETH JOHNY
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

She is graduated in Occupational Therapy from the SRM University, Chennai, one of the best known place in India. Experience in Peadiatrics Neurology Orthopeadics and Psychiatry departments during the internship in renowned centres which includes the SRM Hospital, Right Hospital for Hand Rehabilitation and MGR school.
Good expertise in dealing with children with Autism , ADHD( Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder), MR(Mental Retardation) , LD(Learning Disability) and CP


AKXA ROBINSON
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

Graduated from SRM University, Chennai.Have experience in Paediatrics, Neurology, psychiatry and orthopaedics during internship . She is highly focused in meeting the needs of the client. Have experience working with children facing challenges such as Autism, ADHD, Intellectual Disability, Learning Disability etc. Sets up goals according to clients ability to achieve and prioritize each goal.


     

PREETHA P
PSYCHOLOGIST & ABA THERAPIST

Highly dedicated and empathetic psychologist with a postgraduate degree in counselling psychology from Loyola college, with an approach that centers on understanding each client’s unique strengths and challenges. My passion lies in helping individuals and families from community to achieve meaningful change through evidence based practices and compassionate support. I believe in fostering a collaborative environment where clients feel safe and empowered to explore their skills, thoughts and feelings.


     

AISWARYA JAYAN
PSYCHOLOGIST

She has completed her master’s in Counselling Psychology , She has good knowledge in assessment and She is pursuing hands on training in ABA under supervision of BCBA. She experienced in Behaviour Management in children with Autism, Down Syndrome, LD, CP. she loves being around children, watching them grow and improve. She utilizes children’s interest and natural motivation to develop their skills and increase learning opportunities. She believes that all kids need a little help, someone to believe in them and give them unconditional love.


MALU
SPECIAL EDUCATOR

Certified Montessori teacher,she helps children to understanding the world,through demonstrating specially designed learning materials.she focus more in child’s independent learning.She is pursuing hands on training in ABA under supervision of BCBA.


ARCHA
SPECIAL EDUCATOR

Certified elementary teacher,She is pursuing hands on training in ABA under supervision of BCaBA.