Meet the Leading Professionals for Behavioural Issues at Cadabam’s

The Cadabam’s Advantage: A Collaborative Ecosystem of Care

When you start your search to find a behavioural specialist, you’re not just looking for a single expert; you're looking for a comprehensive support system. At Cadabam’s CDC, we have built an ecosystem designed to nurture every aspect of a child's development. Our approach goes beyond isolated therapy sessions to create a continuum of care that supports your child and empowers your family.

A Truly Multidisciplinary Team for Behavioural Issues

Our experts do not work in silos. A child’s behavioural challenge is rarely caused by a single factor, which is why our approach is integrated. At Cadabam’s, our multidisciplinary team for behavioural issues—comprising psychologists, psychiatrists, therapists, and educators—holds weekly case conferences. In these meetings, they share insights, track progress collaboratively, and refine the child's individualised therapy plan. This unified strategy ensures that every professional is aligned on the same goals, leading to more effective outcomes and strengthening the crucial parent-child bonding that is central to a child's well-being.

State-of-the-Art Infrastructure Designed for Pediatric Therapy

Effective therapy requires an environment designed for it. Our Child Development Center is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities that allow our specialists to make accurate assessments and deliver impactful therapies. This includes:

• Sensory Gyms: Specially designed spaces for occupational therapists to work on sensory integration.
• Dedicated Therapy Rooms: Private, quiet rooms for one-on-one sessions with psychologists and speech therapists.
• Observation Areas: One-way mirrors and observation rooms for parents and other therapists to see techniques in action without disrupting the session.
• Play-Based Assessment Tools: We use engaging, child-friendly methods to understand a child's world and challenges.

Seamless Therapy-to-Home Transition & Parent Coaching

Progress made at the center must translate to real-world improvements at home and school. We believe parents are our most important partners. Our professionals are dedicated to parent coaching, providing you with practical strategies, behavioural management techniques, and the knowledge to support your child’s journey. This ensures that the skills learned in therapy are reinforced consistently, creating a stable and supportive environment for lasting change.

Is Your Child Experiencing These? Our Specialists Can Help

Parents are often the first to notice that something is challenging their child. If you recognise any of the following patterns, our specialists for behavioural issues in children are here to provide answers and help.

Disruptive, Oppositional, or Aggressive Behaviours

Frequent and intense temper tantrums, constant defiance of rules, arguing with adults, or physical aggression like hitting and biting can be signs of conditions like Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) or Conduct Disorder.

• Professionals Who Help: Behavioural Therapists and Child Psychologists are experts in identifying the triggers for these behaviours and implementing strategies to teach self-regulation and positive coping mechanisms.

Inattention, Hyperactivity, and Impulsivity (ADHD-Related Behaviours)

Does your child struggle to pay attention in class, lose things frequently, act on impulse without thinking, or seem to be in constant motion? These are hallmark signs of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

• Professionals Who Help: Child Psychiatrists can provide a diagnosis and discuss medication if needed, while Special Educators work on academic and organisational skills, and Behavioural Therapists teach strategies for focus and self-control.

Social and Emotional Difficulties

Some children find social situations intensely challenging. This can manifest as extreme shyness, difficulty making or keeping friends, social withdrawal, or intense emotional reactions that seem disproportionate to the situation.

• Professionals Who Help: Play Therapists and Art Therapists use creative mediums to help children express feelings they can't verbalise. Family Therapists can also work with the entire family unit to improve communication and emotional understanding.

Sensory Processing Issues Leading to Behavioural Outbursts

Sometimes, what looks like a behavioural issue is actually a sensory one. A child may be over-sensitive to noise, light, or touch, or under-sensitive and constantly seeking sensory input. These sensory processing issues can lead to meltdowns and unexplained outbursts.

• Professionals Who Help: Occupational Therapists are the primary specialists in this area. They use sensory integration therapy to help a child’s nervous system better process and respond to sensory information.

Behavioural Problems Linked to Speech or Developmental Delay

A child who cannot effectively communicate their needs or wants is likely to become frustrated. This frustration can often be expressed as "acting out" or aggressive behaviour.

• Professionals Who Help: A Speech-Language Pathologist is crucial here. By addressing the root communication difficulty, they often resolve the secondary behavioural problem. This highlights why a comprehensive assessment is vital to understanding the true cause of a child's struggles.
• Learn More: Explore how our Occupational Therapy services address developmental delays.

The First Step: A Compassionate and Comprehensive Evaluation

The journey to an answer begins with a single, crucial step: a thorough evaluation. This process is designed to be reassuring for parents and engaging for children, providing the clarity needed to move forward. This is how we answer the core question: "Who to see for child behavioural issues?"

Step 1: Initial Consultation & Parent Interview

Your journey with Cadabam’s starts with a conversation. We listen. An experienced psychologist or case manager will sit with you to understand your concerns in detail. We will discuss your child's developmental history, family environment, school reports, and the specific behaviours that are causing distress. This initial meeting is fundamental for us to grasp the full context of the challenge and determine the best path for assessment.

Step 2: Multidisciplinary Observation & Standardized Assessments

True understanding comes from a 360-degree view. Depending on the initial consultation, your child may interact with several specialists. This could involve:

• Play-Based Observation: A psychologist or therapist observes your child in a natural play setting to assess social skills, emotional regulation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Standardized Assessments: We use globally recognized, age-appropriate tools to objectively measure cognitive abilities (IQ), emotional intelligence (EQ), developmental milestones, and specific conditions like autism or ADHD.
• Team Input: This is where multiple types of doctors for behavioural problems may be involved. An occupational therapist might assess sensory needs while a speech pathologist evaluates communication, giving us a complete picture.

Step 3: Diagnostic Formulation & Collaborative Goal Setting

After gathering all the information, our multidisciplinary team meets to synthesize the findings. They analyze the results of the assessments and observations to arrive at a clear diagnostic formulation. We then schedule a detailed feedback session with you. In this meeting, we explain our findings in clear, understandable language and, most importantly, work with you to set realistic and meaningful goals for your child’s therapy.

Step 4: Crafting the Individualized Education & Therapy Plan (IEP/ITP)

The final output of our assessment is a concrete, actionable plan. Your Individualized Education and Therapy Plan (IEP/ITP) is a roadmap for your child's progress. It clearly outlines:

• The specific therapies recommended (e.g., Applied Behaviour Analysis, Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy).
• Which professionals will be part of your child’s care team.
• The recommended frequency and duration of therapy sessions.
• The key goals and milestones we will be working towards together.

Your Child's Expert Care Team at Cadabam’s

We have brought together a comprehensive team of the very best professionals for behavioural issues. Each specialist brings a unique expertise, and together, they provide holistic care tailored to your child.

The Child Psychologist

• Who is a Child Psychologist?

  A Child Psychologist is a doctoral-level expert in child development, mental health, and behaviour. They are trained in assessment, diagnosis, and psychotherapy for children and adolescents.

• What Behavioural Issues Do They Address?

  Anxiety, depression, trauma, oppositional behaviour, emotional dysregulation, and social difficulties.

• What Does a Session Look Like?

  Sessions often involve "talk therapy" for older children or play-based therapy for younger ones. The psychologist works to help the child understand their feelings and develop coping strategies. They also work closely with parents on behaviour management techniques.

The Behavioural Therapist (including ABA specialists)

• Who is a Behavioural Therapist?

  A Behavioural Therapist focuses on changing specific, observable behaviours. This includes specialists in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), a highly effective therapy for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other behavioural challenges.

• What Behavioural Issues Do They Address?

  Aggression, tantrums, non-compliance, self-injurious behaviour, and deficits in social or daily living skills.

• What Does a Session Look Like?

  Sessions are structured and goal-oriented. The therapist uses techniques like positive reinforcement to encourage desired behaviours and reduce harmful ones. Data is meticulously collected to track progress.
• Explore Our Services: Read more about behavioural issues therapy at Cadabam’s.

The Special Educator

• Who is a Special Educator?

  A Special Educator is a teacher specifically trained to work with children who have learning, behavioural, or developmental disabilities.

• What Behavioural Issues Do They Address?

  Classroom disruptions, difficulty with academic tasks due to ADHD or learning disabilities, poor organisational skills, and challenges with school routines.

• What Does a Session Look Like?

  A session is like a highly individualized tutoring session. The educator breaks down academic concepts into manageable steps, teaches study skills, and creates strategies to help the child succeed in a school environment.

The Occupational Therapist (Focus on Sensory Integration)

• Who is an Occupational Therapist (OT)?

  An OT helps children develop the skills needed for the "occupations" of daily life—playing, learning, and socializing. They are experts in sensory processing and fine/gross motor skills.

• What Behavioural Issues Do They Address?

  Meltdowns due to sensory overload, hyperactivity due to sensory-seeking needs, poor frustration tolerance, and difficulties with fine motor tasks (like writing) that lead to avoidance behaviour.

• What Does a Session Look Like?

  A session in our sensory gym looks like structured play. A child might swing, jump on a trampoline, or play with textured materials, all of which are designed to help regulate their nervous system.

The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

• Who is an SLP?

  An SLP, or speech therapist, is an expert in all aspects of communication—from articulating sounds to understanding and using language socially.

• What Behavioural Issues Do They Address?

  Tantrums born from the frustration of not being able to communicate, social withdrawal due to language delays, and difficulty following multi-step directions.

• What Does a Session Look Like?

  Sessions are fun and interactive, using games, books, and activities to build vocabulary, improve articulation, and practice conversational skills.

The Child Psychiatrist

• Who is a Child Psychiatrist?

  A Child Psychiatrist is a medical doctor (MD) who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of mental health and behavioural disorders in children. They are one of the key types of doctors for behavioural problems who can prescribe medication.

• What Behavioural Issues Do They Address?

  They diagnose and manage conditions like severe ADHD, anxiety, depression, and ASD, particularly when medication may be a beneficial part of the treatment plan.

• What Does a Session Look Like?

  A session involves a detailed interview with both the parent and child, a review of symptoms, and a discussion about treatment options, including the benefits and risks of medication.

The Pediatric Neurologist

• Who is a Pediatric Neurologist?

  This is a medical doctor who specializes in disorders of the brain, spinal cord, and nervous system in children.

• What Behavioural Issues Do They Address?

  They are consulted when there is a suspicion that behavioural issues may stem from a neurological condition, such as epilepsy, tics (Tourette's syndrome), or developmental regression.

• What Does a Session Look Like?

  A session includes a thorough neurological exam. The doctor may order tests like an EEG (to check for seizure activity) or an MRI scan of the brain to rule out or identify underlying medical causes.

The Rehabilitation Psychologist

• Who is a Rehabilitation Psychologist?

  This psychologist helps individuals cope with disabilities, injuries, or chronic health conditions. In a pediatric setting, they help children and families adjust to a new diagnosis.

• What Behavioural Issues Do They Address?

  Emotional and behavioural challenges related to coping with a diagnosis like ASD or a significant physical disability, helping families build resilience.

• What Does a Session Look Like?

  Sessions focus on counselling, skill-building, and developing strategies to maximize the child's independence and quality of life.

The Family Counsellor/Therapist

• Who is a Family Counsellor?

  A therapist who works with the entire family unit to improve communication, resolve conflicts, and create a more supportive home environment.

• What Behavioural Issues Do They Address?

  A child's behaviour does not exist in a vacuum. Family therapy addresses how family dynamics may contribute to or be affected by a child's behavioural issues.

• What Does a Session Look Like?

  The counsellor facilitates a session where all family members have a chance to speak and be heard, guiding them toward healthier interaction patterns.

The Play & Art Therapist

• Who is a Play & Art Therapist?

  A therapist who uses creative and expressive arts—like drawing, painting, and symbolic play—as the primary mode of communication and healing.

• What Behavioural Issues Do They Address?

  They are especially effective for children who have experienced trauma, are non-verbal, or are too young to engage in traditional talk therapy. It helps them process complex emotions safely.

• What Does a Session Look Like?

  It's a child-led session in a room filled with art supplies and toys. The therapist observes the child's creations and play, gently guiding them to express and work through underlying feelings.

The Power of a Unified Approach to Pediatric Therapy

Having a list of experts is one thing; having them work as a cohesive unit is the Cadabam’s difference. Our integrated model is designed to accelerate progress and ensure no aspect of a child’s development is overlooked.

Integrated Case Management for Every Child

From day one, your family is assigned a dedicated case manager. This professional is your single point of contact, eliminating the stress of coordinating with multiple therapists. Your case manager ensures that the goals set by the Speech-Language Pathologist align with the strategies used by the Special Educator, and that the insights from the Occupational Therapist are shared with the Child Psychologist. This seamless communication is the engine of effective, holistic care.

Expert Quote: The Cadabam's Philosophy

"At Cadabam's, we don't just treat a symptom; we nurture a child. Our multidisciplinary team for behavioural issues ensures that a child's social, emotional, and developmental needs are addressed holistically. When a speech therapist and an occupational therapist share insights, we create breakthroughs that isolated therapies simply cannot achieve." - Dr. Neha Sharma, Head of Child Psychology, Cadabam’s CDC

From Challenges to Triumphs: Our Journeys with Families

The true measure of our success is the progress and happiness of the children and families we serve. These anonymized stories represent the hope and transformation that are possible when you find a behavioural specialist team that is right for your child.

Case Study 1: Arjun's Story - Overcoming Classroom Disruption

• Challenge: Arjun, a bright 7-year-old, was constantly getting into trouble at school for disruptive outbursts, an inability to stay seated, and arguing with his teacher. His parents were frustrated and worried about his future.
• Professionals Involved: Our evaluation revealed underlying ADHD and sensory sensitivities. His team consisted of a Child Psychologist, a Special Educator, and an Occupational Therapist.
• Outcome: Through occupational therapy, Arjun learned sensory strategies to self-regulate in a noisy classroom. His psychologist taught him to recognise his frustration early, and the special educator worked with him on organisational skills. Within six months, his school reports transformed. He was more engaged, his confidence soared, and he started making new friends.

Case Study 2: Riya's Story - Finding Her Voice

• Challenge: 4-year-old Riya was largely non-verbal. Her immense frustration at not being able to express her needs led to daily, intense tantrums that left her parents feeling helpless and isolated.
• Professionals Involved: Riya's primary team included a Speech-Language Pathologist and a Play Therapist.
• Outcome: The SLP used a picture exchange system (PECS) to give Riya a way to communicate immediately, which drastically reduced her tantrums. Simultaneously, the play therapist helped her process her feelings of frustration in a safe space. As her functional communication grew, so did her confidence. Today, Riya is a chatty, happy preschooler, and the process has created an incredible improvement in parent-child bonding.
• Get Support: Strong families are at the heart of our work. Learn about our Parent Mental Health Support on Mindtalk.