Meet the experts who keep children first
Finding the right person for your child is about more than just credentials. It is about finding someone who listens, understands, and truly connects. Here are some of the therapists, psychiatrists, and specialists behind our community.
Meet Dr. Sonia Malhotra, a dedicated child and adolescent psychiatrist with over 11 years of experience. She is passionate about designing tailored interventions that involve a child’s entire ecosystem for well-rounded growth.
Dr. Sonia's journey includes an MD in Psychiatry and an MBA. With over 1000 sessions completed, her strength lies in addressing the medical and biological aspects of care while creating a safe space for families.
Outside of work, Dr. Sonia loves baking, traveling, and connecting with new people. Her love for the playfulness of "Tom and Jerry" reminds her to bring joy and laughter into her work with children.
Introducing Dr. Jeetinder Singh, our compassionate Consultant Psychiatrist with over a decade of experience. He specializes in helping young people navigate challenges like anxiety, focus difficulties, and mood swings.
Dr. Jeetinder's journey includes an MD in Psychiatry from Panjab University. He has worked with over 100 families this year alone, demonstrating a strong commitment to supporting children and young adults.
Dr. Jeetinder stays connected to his inner child by playing sports, spending time with his dog, and watching documentaries. His favorite fictional character is Sherlock Holmes.
Meet Ashima Kandwal, a Developmental Therapist with 9 years of experience. She heads our DT Team in Gurgaon and believes in supporting families through early intervention and social communication therapy.
Ashima holds an MA in Counselling Psychology and is a Neuro-Dramatic Play practitioner. She has worked with over 100 families, with a special strength in early intervention for neurodevelopmental differences.
Ashima's passion for storytelling and play informs her therapeutic approach. Her favorite fictional character is the Mad Hatter from Alice in Wonderland, and she loves the comic Calvin and Hobbes.
Meet Stanzin Dolma, a Clinical Psychologist with four years of experience. She is deeply committed to early interventions that prevent long-term challenges and fosters a sense of collective healing within families.
About Meet Our Expert Team
Our team isn't just a collection of specialists; we are a group of over 60 professionals who consult with each other daily. When you work with us, you are often benefiting from a cross-pollination of perspectives—whether it is a psychiatrist refining a care plan with a developmental therapist or a counselor brainstorming with an art therapist—to ensure the strategy actually fits your child’s life, not just the diagnosis.
Therapy is inherently relational. We believe the most effective outcomes happen when the chemistry between a child and their therapist feels right. That is why we are open about who we are—the stories that shape our approach, the backgrounds we bring, and even the hobbies that keep us grounded.
Why our multi-disciplinary approach matters
Every child is unique, which means a single-lens approach is rarely enough. By bringing together experts from diverse fields—Psychiatry, Clinical Psychology, Occupational Therapy, and Expressive Arts—we ensure that if a child comes to us for anxiety, we are looking at the whole picture: their sensory needs, their developmental history, and their social environment.
More than just titles
When you browse our team, you will see a mix of qualifications, from NIMHANS-trained psychologists to experienced psychiatrists. But you will also see the human beings behind the degrees. Our therapists are fans of Studio Ghibli, passionate hikers, bakers, and sports enthusiasts. We share these parts of ourselves because we know that connection is the foundation of change.
How to find your match
If you are feeling overwhelmed, you do not need to guess which specialist to pick. Our intake process is designed to understand your specific needs, which helps us connect your family with the therapist whose experience and temperament best aligns with your child’s personality and goals. We encourage you to look through our team, see who resonates with your family, and ask us about them when you reach out.
Children First
We are Children First, a team of over 60 specialists who believe in belonging before fixing. We don't just hold degrees; we hold space for the stories, struggles, and triumphs of every family who walks through our doors.
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