Child Psychologists in Bangalore
Best Child Psychologists in Bangalore
Cadabam's CDC employs qualified clinical and rehabilitation psychologists who specialize in the assessment and treatment of neurodevelopmental, emotional, and behavioral conditions in children. Our psychologists conduct comprehensive developmental evaluations using internationally standardized tools, deliver evidence-based therapies including CBT and behavioral intervention, and provide parent counseling to support the whole family.
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What Our Psychologists Do
Comprehensive Assessments
Our psychologists conduct IQ assessments (WISC-V), autism evaluations (ADOS-2, ADI-R), ADHD assessments (Conners-3, attention testing), psychoeducational assessments for learning disabilities (academic achievement + processing skills), adaptive behavior assessments (Vineland-3), and emotional/behavioral assessments. Each assessment results in a detailed report with diagnosis, recommendations, and an individualized therapy plan.
Therapeutic Interventions
Our psychologists deliver Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for anxiety, behavioral issues, and emotional regulation, behavioral modification programs for conduct challenges and ADHD, parent management training for families dealing with difficult behavior, social skills training in individual and group settings, and crisis intervention and emotional support for children and families navigating developmental diagnoses.
Why Choose Cadabam's CDC for Child Psychology in Bangalore?
Assessment Expertise
Accurate diagnosis is the foundation of effective treatment. Our psychologists use the same standardized tools used in leading international institutions — WISC-V, ADOS-2, Conners-3, WIAT, Vineland-3 — ensuring your child's assessment is comprehensive, valid, and directly actionable.
Multidisciplinary Context
When a psychologist at a standalone clinic diagnoses ADHD, the family leaves with a report and a referral. At Cadabam's CDC, the psychologist shares findings with the OT, speech therapist, and special educator in the same building — and therapy begins immediately as a coordinated team effort.
Parent Support
We recognize that a developmental diagnosis affects the entire family. Our psychologists provide parent counseling, help families understand the diagnosis and what it means for their child's future, and equip parents with evidence-based strategies for supporting their child at home and advocating effectively at school.
Meet Our Child Psychology Team
Archana Sagar, MPhil Rehabilitation Psychology, MA Clinical Psychology — 6 years as an RCI-certified Rehabilitation Psychologist. Conducts the full range of diagnostic assessments at Cadabam's CDC: IQ (WISC-V, WPPSI-IV), autism (ADOS-2, ADI-R, CARS-2), ADHD (Conners-3), academic achievement (WIAT), and adaptive behaviour (Vineland-3). Specialist clinical interests include autism, ADHD, intellectual disability, learning disabilities, anxiety, and low mood across children and adolescents.
Therapy delivery in our paediatric psychology programme is shared with our behavioural therapy team — Anuja P Varghese (MSc Counselling Psychology, Certified ABA), Brinda Sridhar (MSc Clinical Psychology), and Sudati Krishna (MSc Clinical Psychology) — all of whom hold clinical-psychology training and work under psychology supervision. This is how we deliver high session volume without losing the clinical rigour parents come to us for.
When Should You See a Child Psychologist?
A psychology consultation is the right starting point when a clear diagnosis would unlock the next step — at school, with the family, or with therapy. Common reasons families book a first appointment:
- You suspect autism, ADHD, a learning disability, or intellectual disability, and want an objective assessment before deciding on therapy
- A school has flagged concerns and is asking for a formal report
- Your child has been carrying anxiety, sadness, or anger that is affecting school, friendships, or family life
- After a recent diagnosis, you need someone to translate "what does this mean for my child's future?" into practical next steps
- You are weighing different therapy options and need an independent clinical opinion on which fits your child best
- You want a baseline cognitive profile before a major school transition or board exam preparation
The earlier accurate diagnosis happens, the earlier the right support can begin — and the better the outcome.
What to Expect in Your First Psychology Assessment
A full developmental assessment at Cadabam's CDC typically spans three to five sessions across one to two weeks, with each session 60 to 120 minutes long. The phased structure protects your child from fatigue and gives us multiple observation points.
Session one is a parent interview — developmental history, concerns, school reports. Sessions two and three are direct assessment with your child using standardised instruments (ADOS-2, WISC-V, Conners-3, Vineland-3 depending on the referral question). The team then convenes for a multidisciplinary review, and the final feedback session shares the diagnosis, the detailed written report, and the recommended next steps — including therapy, school accommodations, and family support.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between a child psychologist and a child psychiatrist?
A child psychologist focuses on assessment (testing), therapy (CBT, behavioral therapy, counseling), and parent support. A child psychiatrist is a medical doctor who can prescribe medication. At Cadabam's CDC, our psychologist and paediatric neurologist work together — the psychologist handles assessment and therapy while Dr. Vikas Krishnananda provides medical/neurological consultation and medication management when needed.
How long does a full psychological assessment take?
A comprehensive assessment at Cadabam's CDC typically takes 3-5 sessions over 1-2 weeks, with each session lasting 1-2 hours. The full process includes parent interview, direct assessment, scoring, team review, and a detailed feedback session with parents.
At what age should I bring my child for a psychological assessment?
If you have developmental concerns, there is no "too young" for assessment. Developmental screening can begin as early as 6 months, and formal assessment tools are available from 18 months onwards. Early assessment leads to earlier intervention, which produces better outcomes.
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Available at: JP Nagar | Kanakapura Road | Kalyan Nagar, Bangalore