Meet Our Expert Team of Specialists
We are a multidisciplinary team of over 60 dedicated professionals committed to creating inclusive, joyful spaces where your child feels truly seen and supported.
Meet Ashima Kandwal, a Developmental Therapist on our team with 9 years of experience. She heads our team in Gurgaon and brings warmth, kindness, and playfulness to every session, creating a safe space for children to grow.
Ashima's journey includes an MA in Counselling Psychology and certification as a Neuro Dramatic Play practitioner. She has worked with over 100 families, specializing in early intervention for neurodevelopmental differences.
Ashima loves talking about books, especially Calvin and Hobbes and Alice in Wonderland. Her passion for storytelling and play informs her therapeutic approach, helping her make a meaningful difference for children and families.
This is Stanzin Dolma, a Clinical Psychologist on our team with 4 years of experience. She is deeply committed to supporting children and families through early interventions that prevent long term challenges.
Stanzin's journey includes an MPhil in Clinical Psychology from NIMHANS Bangalore. Her strengths lie in early intervention and understanding challenges unique to each family, using a compassionate and strength based approach.
Stanzin loves anime and Studio Ghibli movies, appreciating the unique and inspiring characters. This love for creative storytelling enriches her connection with the children and families she works with.
Our team is always learning. Here, our Mental Health and Developmental Care Team engages in a rich learning session with Dr. Geet Oberoi, a leading voice in special education, to build more inclusive futures together.
This is Dr. Kavita Arora, a co founder of Children First and a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist with over two decades of experience. She is a passionate advocate for neurodivergent care and a leader in our community.
Meet Dr. Amit Sen, a co founder of Children First who has been practicing child psychiatry for over 25 years. He is a passionate advocate for children and works to connect with them and their families through empathy and understanding.
We are so proud of our co founder, Dr. Amit Sen, who represented India at the Global Youth Summit in Kazan, Russia. His work continues to make a difference on a global scale.
About Meet Our Expert Team
We do not believe in working in silos. Every therapist on our team belongs to a wider community of care, where psychiatrists, psychologists, and developmental therapists regularly cross-consult on cases. When you choose us, you are not just connecting with one practitioner; you are accessing a collective pool of decades of experience, ensuring your child’s support plan is holistic, consistent, and always evolving.
At Children First, we know that child and youth development requires more than a single set of eyes. With over 60 in-house specialists, our team spans clinical psychology, occupational therapy, and child psychiatry, all united by a neurodiversity-affirming philosophy. We actively avoid cookie-cutter approaches, preferring to tailor our support to the unique rhythm of each child.
Our practitioners meet regularly in internal learning circles, where we share clinical insights, discuss complex cases, and stay updated on the latest research. This commitment to continuous learning means that whether you are seeking early intervention for a toddler or counseling for an adolescent, your family receives care rooted in current, evidence-based practices. We serve families across Delhi and Gurugram, bridging the gap between clinical support and real-world community belonging. We are here to partner with you and your child, holding space for stories, for connection, and for growth.
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