Introduction of Therapist

KATRAJ BRANCH - THERAPISTS
Speech Therapist Mrs. Mrunmayi Meshramkar Londhe

Mrs. Mrunmayi Meshramkar Londhe

B.Sc (Sp & Hg), M.Sc (Sp & Hg) — Speech-Language Pathologist
Education & Experience:
B.Sc & M.Sc in Speech & Hearing
6+ years of professional experience
Expertise:
Speech Delay • Articulation Difficulties • Oral Motor Disorders • Sensory Processing
Certifications:
Sensory Integration • Oral Placement Therapy (Level 1 & 2) • Brain Gym
Approach:
Creates personalized therapy programs combining OPT, Sensory Integration, and Brain Gym to enhance communication, independence, and confidence in children.
Speech and Occupational Therapist Neha Jose

Ms. Neha Jose

Speech Language Pathologist — OPT Certified
Experience:
6 years of clinical experience in speech & language therapy
Expertise:
Speech delay, articulation, oral-motor challenges, sensory processing, and holistic child development.
Certifications:
Sensory Integration, Oral Placement Therapy (Level 1 & 2), Brain Gym Techniques
Approach:
Uses a blend of Oral Placement Therapy (OPT), Sensory Integration, and Brain Gym for communication, motor development, focus, and confidence-building.
Speech Language Pathologist Ms. Shruti Bhilwadkar

Ms. Shruti Bhilwadkar

B.Sc (Sp & Hg), M.Sc (Speech Language Pathology)
Education:
Bachelor’s in Audiology & Speech Language Pathology (2020)
Master’s in Speech Language Pathology (2022)
Bharati Vidyapeeth University, Pune
Expertise:
Child Language Disorders, Child Speech Disorders, Adult Language & Speech Disorders, Voice Disorders
Approach:
Dedicated to helping both children and adults communicate effectively through personalized, evidence-based therapy.
Special Educator Mrs. Rachana Deshpande

Mrs. Rachana Deshpande

B.Ed (Hearing Impairments), D.Ed (Multiple Disabilities), Com DEALL Trained Educator
Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s in Special Education (2015, Mumbai University)
D.Ed in Multiple Disabilities
9+ years of teaching & therapeutic experience
Expertise:
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Remedial Therapy, Pre-reading & Writing Skills, Phonetics, Comprehension Skills, Mathematics Skills Development
Approach:
Focuses on individualized education plans that empower children with learning challenges to develop essential academic and life skills.
Clinical Psychologist Ms. Sakshi G. Lele

Ms. Sakshi G. Lele

M.A. Clinical Psychology, M.S. Psychotherapy & Counseling
Education:
M.A. in Clinical Psychology (2008, SNDT University, Pune)
M.S. in Psychotherapy & Counseling (2010, Institute of Behavioral Management & Sciences, Chittoor, A.P.)
Experience:
10+ years of clinical practice in therapy, assessments & counseling
Expertise:
Psychological Assessments, Pediatric Counseling, Child Behavioral Therapy, Emotional & Cognitive Support
Occupational Therapist Dr. Gauri Kulkarni

Dr. Gauri Kulkarni

MOTh – Specialisation in Neurology
Education:
Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy (Neurology – Adult & Pediatric), Topiwala National Medical College, Mumbai
Experience:
10+ years of clinical practice in Neurological & Pediatric OT
Expertise:
Neurodevelopmental Therapy (NDT), Sensory Integration (SI), Developmental Delays, Learning Disabilities
Physiotherapist Dr. Sakshi Khatri - Pediatric & Neurorehabilitation

Dr. Sakshi Khatri

B.P.Th — Pediatric & Neurorehabilitation Specialist
Education & Experience:
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (MUHS Nashik)
Clinical Externship: Smt. Kashibai Navale College of Physiotherapy, Pune
2+ years of physiotherapy experience
Expertise:
Pediatric Care, Neurorehabilitation, Sensory Integration, and Integrative Therapies
Certifications:
Dry Needling Specialist, Kinesiology Taping, NDT (Neurodevelopmental Therapy), Sensory Integration, Trained Yoga Therapist
Approach:
Provides evidence-based, holistic care blending manual therapy, movement science, and integrative practices to improve function and quality of life.
Physiotherapist Sejal Deodare - Pediatric & Autism Therapy

Sejal Deodare

B.P.Th — Sensory Integration Certified
Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s in Physiotherapy (MUHS Nashik)
1.7 years of pediatric physiotherapy experience
Expertise:
Skilled in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Global Developmental Delay (GDD), focusing on pediatric physiotherapy and child development therapy.
Certifications:
K-Taping, NDT (Neurodevelopmental Therapy), Dry Needling
Approach:
Compassionate and child-focused, with individualized therapy plans that enhance motor skills, communication, and overall well-being.
KOTHRUD BRANCH - THERAPISTS
Speech Therapist Ms. Rutika Sontakke

Ms. Rutika Sontakke

B.Sc (Sp & Hg), M.Sc (SLP)
Education:
Bachelors in Audiology & Speech Language Pathology (2018), Masters in Speech Language Pathology (2021) – Bharati Vidyapeeth, Pune
Experience:
2 years of clinical practice
Expertise:
Child Language Disorders, Voice Disorders, Adult Language Disorders, Speech Sound Disorders
Speech Therapist Ms. Gauri Pathak

Ms. Gauri Pathak

B.Sc (Sp & Hg), M.Sc (SLP)
Education:
Bachelors in Audiology & Speech Language Pathology (2019), Masters in Speech Language Pathology (2021) – Bharati Vidyapeeth University, Pune
Experience:
2 years of clinical practice
Expertise:
Child Language Disorders, Fluency Disorders, Adult Language Disorders, Speech Sound Disorders
Speech Therapist Ms. Gauri Pathak

Dr. Kalyani Chadrabhan Nirmal

B.P.Th; M.P.Th (Pediatrics), SI & NDT Trained Therapist
Education:
Bachelors in Physiotherapy (B.P.Th),
Masters in Physiotherapy – Pediatrics (M.P.Th) from KIMS, Bangalore,
PG Diploma in Clinical Research & Data Management – Pune University
Experience:
12+ years of clinical experience in pediatric physiotherapy
Expertise:
Early Intervention, Autism, Attention Deficit & Hyperactivity Disorders,
Sensory Integration (trained by Dr. Kanan Doshi & Dr. Ramesh Kumar),
Neuro-Developmental Therapy (trained under Dr. Asha Chitnis)
Special Educator Mrs. Snehal Barve

Mrs. Snehal Barve

B.A. Psychology, M.A. Educational Communication, Special Educator
Education:
B.A. in Psychology – M.E.S. College,
DTMS (Diploma in Teachers for Mentally Subnormal) – Kamayani Institute,
M.A. in Educational Communication – Y.C.M.V. Nashik,
Infant Child Development Testing & Training Certifications – K.E.M. Hospital & Pearl Academy (2008)
Experience:
22+ years of experience in supporting children with special needs
Expertise:
Early Intervention, Developmental Testing, Diagnosis & Treatment,
Special Education for children with developmental challenges
Speech Therapist Ms. Yashashri Jakhelekar-Joshi

Ms. Yashashri Jakhelekar-Joshi

BASLP (Bachelor in Audiology & Speech Language Pathology)
Education:
Bachelors in Audiology & Speech Language Pathology (2018) – Bharati Vidyapeeth, Pune
Experience:
5 years of clinical experience
Expertise:
Child Language Disorders, Voice Disorders, Fluency Disorders,
Speech Sound Disorders, Adult Language Disorders
Speech Therapist Ms. Jyeshtha Joshi

Ms. Jyeshtha Joshi

BASLP (Bachelor in Audiology & Speech Language Pathology)
Education:
Bachelors in Audiology & Speech Language Pathology (2023)
Experience:
11 months of clinical experience
Expertise:
Voice Disorders, Neurogenic Language Disorders,
Childhood Language Disorders
Physiotherapist Dr. Deeksha Vijay Bhatiya

Dr. Deeksha Vijay Bhatiya

BPTh, MPT (Neuro-Physiotherapy)
Education:
Master’s in Neuro-Physiotherapy, Smt. Kashibai Navale College
Specialization:
Pediatric Physiotherapy, Neurodevelopmental Challenges
Approach & Techniques:
PNF, NDT, Sensory Integration, Play-based Therapy
Passion:
Dedicated to enhancing the lives of children through individualized developmental therapy

When a person has trouble understanding others (receptive language), or sharing thoughts, ideas, and feelings completely (expressive language), then he or she has a language disorder.