An early intervention centre for children ages 2–8 with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Individualised, evidence-based ABA care in India. Opening soon in Chennai.

Who we're for

Indian families looking for a safe and structured educational environment

Every family gets an in-depth, personalised pathway for their child.

Parents seeking an actionable diagnosis

Structured assessments help you learn more about your child and what to do next.

Children ages 2–8

Early intervention matters most. Our programme helps them build toward a high quality of life.

Families interested in being a part of the work

We work closely with entire families, because a child's biggest advocate is a family that understands them.

Vision & mission

Why we exist

Our vision

A world where every child with Autism Spectrum Disorder builds functional skills to live with dignity, confidence and independence.

Our mission

To help children with Autism Spectrum Disorder build real-world life skills through personalised, assent-based ABA therapy, delivered by competent therapists in collaboration with families and caregivers.

Why Balak Drithi?

Our philosophy

Three commitments we call the 3 Cs

Everything we do traces back to three things we refuse to compromise on.

Compassion

Assent-based, not compliance-based. We ask for your child's cooperation; we never demand it.

Care

Not from us alone. Our model is built on the centre working closely together with your child's family.

Confidence

Delivered through a structured, assent-based, science-backed ABA framework, not guesswork.

We don't do eclectic care: a bit of this, a bit of that, whatever seems to work. Every method we use is evidence-based, or we don't use it.

2–8
Focused age range, no exceptions
Personalised
Care plan built around each child
What sets us apart

Five pillars behind every child’s progress

The commitments that shape how we hire, train, measure and stay in touch with you.

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Rooted in Chennai

We’re focusing on one city and doing it well, so our therapists, training and experience stay close to the families we serve.

Every Child, Individually Understood

Never more than 3–4 children per therapist. Your child gets real, focused time, not a share of a crowded room.

Trained before day one

Every therapist completes about 40 hours of training, then works alongside an experienced colleague for two weeks before working with a child on their own.

Accountable to Highest Standards

We’ve studied the best centres in India and hold ourselves to a higher bar on every measure that matters to families.

You’re never in the dark

Daily notes from your child’s therapist, and a senior clinician (BCBA) reviews your child’s progress every one to two weeks.

Our methodology

What is assent-based care?

A short look at how we let the child lead, at their own pace, without losing structure.

Our services

Comprehensive care, without the runaround

Assessment, intervention, and family support, all under one roof.

Diagnostic assessment

Structured, standardised evaluation using gold-standard tools like ADOS-2. Clear answers, not vague impressions.

Early intervention (ABA-based)

Individualised, play-driven programmes that build communication, social connection, and everyday independence.

Speech & occupational therapy

Supporting communication, sensory processing, and daily-living skills alongside behavioural intervention.

Parent coaching

Practical, judgement-free guidance so families feel equipped, not just informed, between sessions.

School readiness

Building the skills that make formal schooling work for your child, on their timeline.

Referral partnerships

Working directly with paediatricians and neuro-paediatricians for the fastest possible path from concern to care.

Behind Balak Drithi

Built by people who've lived this work, not just studied it

We didn't set out to build another center from scratch. We brought together the specific expertise this work actually demands.

Hands-on special education

Years of direct, on-the-ground early intervention experience: working with children, not just studying the theory.

Decades of school leadership

A practical understanding of what inclusive education requires, and where it falls short for children who need more.

25 years of evidence-based practice

Guided by a practitioner who has spent 25 years running an evidence-based, ABA-focused autism center, learning firsthand what works in India.

Pediatric referral partnership

A practicing pediatrician's perspective on catching developmental concerns early, often before a formal diagnosis is sought.

Behavior technician experience

Real, current front-line ABA/RBT experience working directly with children in an established international behavioral center.

Technology, strategy & investment

Three decades of enterprise technology and business leadership, paired with family investment in building this the right way, not the fast way.

We're opening soon.

Interested in enrolling your child, or joining our team? Get in touch and we'll respond within two business days.

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