Behavioral Therapists for Children in Bangalore | Cadabam's CDC

Best Behavioral Therapists for Children in Bangalore

Cadabam's CDC provides comprehensive behavioral therapy services across three Bangalore centers, delivered by trained therapists and supervised by our clinical psychologist. Our behavioral therapy programs include Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) for autism, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for anxiety and emotional issues, parent management training for conduct and behavioral challenges, and social skills group programs. Every program uses evidence-based approaches tailored to the child's specific diagnosis, age, and goals.

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Our Behavioral Therapy Team

Behavioral therapy at Cadabam's CDC is delivered by trained behavioral therapists and supervised by our clinical psychologist:

Mrs Archana Sagar — Rehabilitation Psychologist

4 years of experience | Languages: Hindi, English Supervises behavioral programs and provides CBT for anxiety, emotional regulation, and behavioral challenges.

Brinda Sridhar — Behavioral Therapist

1 year of experience | Languages: English, Kannada, Telugu M.Sc. Clinical Psychology. Skilled in psychometric assessments (WISC, WAIS, MMPI-2, BDI) and therapeutic approaches including CBT and behaviour modification. Published researcher.

Sudati Krishna — Behavioral Therapist

1 year of experience | Languages: English Delivers evidence-based behavioral interventions for children with autism, ADHD, and conduct disorder. Focuses on functional behavior assessment and replacement behavior strategies.

Anuja P Varghese — Behavioral Therapist

3 years of experience | Languages: Malayalam, English, Hindi, Tamil MSc Counselling Psychology. Conducts one-on-one therapy, group interventions, and parent counselling using ABA-based techniques. Primarily supports children with autism and ADHD.

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What Our Behavioral Therapists Treat

Our behavioral therapy programs address challenging behaviors in children with autism (aggression, self-injury, elopement, non-compliance), ADHD-related behavioral difficulties (impulsivity, difficulty following rules, task avoidance), conduct disorder and oppositional behavior (defiance, rule-breaking, aggression toward others), anxiety-driven behaviors (avoidance, school refusal, separation difficulties, meltdowns), social skills deficits (difficulty making friends, reading social cues, managing conflict), and emotional regulation challenges (frequent meltdowns, difficulty managing frustration, mood instability).

Our Approach to Behavioral Therapy

Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) First

Before implementing any behavioral program, we conduct a Functional Behavior Assessment to understand WHY the child is behaving a certain way. Behavior always serves a function — communication, escape, attention, or sensory needs. Once we understand the function, we can teach the child appropriate replacement behaviors that serve the same need.

ABA for Autism

Our ABA programs use modern, play-based approaches — Natural Environment Teaching (NET) and Pivotal Response Training (PRT) — that look like guided play rather than rigid table-based drills. We focus on building functional communication, social skills, and independence while reducing genuinely harmful behaviors. Our approach is neurodiversity-affirming — we respect each child's individuality.

CBT for Anxiety and Emotions

For children with anxiety, OCD, or emotional regulation difficulties, our therapists use age-adapted Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Children learn to identify thought patterns, challenge unhelpful thinking, develop coping strategies, and gradually face feared situations through structured exposure therapy.

Parent Management Training

Research consistently shows that parent training is the most powerful component of behavioral therapy for children under 10. We train parents in evidence-based strategies — positive reinforcement, clear expectations, consistent consequences, and de-escalation techniques — that multiply the impact of clinic sessions by applying them throughout the child's daily life.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between ABA and CBT?

ABA is a specific behavioral approach primarily used for autism — it breaks complex skills into small teachable steps and uses positive reinforcement to build desired behaviors. CBT works with older children who can identify and modify thought patterns — it's used for anxiety, depression, and behavioral issues. At Cadabam's CDC, we select the approach based on the child's diagnosis, age, and cognitive level.

Is ABA therapy harmful?

Modern ABA at Cadabam's CDC is fundamentally different from the rigid compliance-based ABA of decades past. Our approach is play-based, child-led, and neurodiversity-affirming. We focus on building functional skills and reducing genuinely harmful behaviors — not suppressing harmless autistic traits. Parent involvement and consent are central to every treatment decision.

How many hours of behavioral therapy does my child need?

This varies significantly. Intensive ABA for young children with autism may involve 15-25 hours per week. CBT for anxiety typically involves 1 session per week for 12-16 weeks. Parent management training is usually 8-12 weekly sessions. Your therapist will recommend the appropriate intensity based on your child's specific needs.

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Book a Behavioral Therapy Assessment | Call: +91 95355 85588

Available at: JP Nagar | Kanakapura Road | Kalyan Nagar, Bangalore