About us
Your child is in great hands
A trusted name in speech and developmental therapies, built on a simple belief: every child deserves to be understood.
Our story
The Story Behind Sprouts 🌱❤️
It all started with Adam — our little boy who unknowingly became the boss of a big idea! 😄
As we watched Adam learn, grow and discover the world in his own wonderful way, we thought, “Why not create a place where children can learn, grow, have fun—and parents can enjoy the journey too?”
And that’s how Sprouts was born.
What started with one little guy has grown into a happy community of children, families, therapists, smiles, giggles, and lots of little wins.
Adam started the story. Every child adds a new chapter.
Because Every Child Matters. 🌱❤️
Our team
The people behind the progress
Skilled therapists and compassionate professionals working together so every child receives personalized care.
Dr. Thushara Saju
COO
Overseeing clinical operations to ensure compassionate, high-quality therapy experiences for every family.
Teena Thomas
Medical Director & Speech-Language Pathologist
BASLP | DHA Licensed
Teena Thomas is a DHA-licensed Speech-Language Pathologist with over 5 years of clinical experience in the assessment and intervention of speech, language, communication, fluency, voice, motor speech, speech sound, feeding, and orofacial needs across paediatric and adult populations. Her practice focuses on evidence-based, individualized, and functional intervention, tailored to each individual’s strengths, needs, and goals. She is committed to supporting meaningful communication, functional independence, and confidence through a holistic and family-centred approach.
- Certified Orofacial Myofunctional Therapist (OMT)
- PROMPT Level 1 Trained Therapist – The PROMPT Institute
- Certified OPT Therapist-Level 1 & 2 –TalkTools®️, USA
- Certified Feeding Therapist –TalkTools®️, USA
- Certified in Feeding Foundations: A Kaleidoscope Model
- Meaningful Speech – NLA/GLP Trained Clinician
- Trained in Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC)
- Trained in Auditory-Verbal Therapy (AVT)
- Trained in Sensory-Based Speech Therapy
- Trained in DIR®️/Floortime & Play-Based Approaches
- Trained in Motor Speech & Speech Motor Planning Approaches
Riya Mohandas
Senior Pediatric Occupational Therapist
BOT | DHA Licensed
Riya Mohandas is a DHA-licensed Senior Pediatric Occupational Therapist with a Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy and 7 years of clinical experience supporting children with diverse developmental needs. Her practice focuses on helping children develop essential functional skills, including fine motor skills, sensory processing, visual-motor skills, handwriting, self-care, feeding, and activities of daily living. She follows a child-centered and individualized approach, tailoring intervention to each child’s unique strengths, needs, and developmental goals. Riya is committed to providing evidence-based and functional intervention to support meaningful progress, independence, and participation in everyday activities. She also follows a family-centered approach, working closely with parents and caregivers to provide practical strategies that support children’s development and carryover of skills across home and everyday environments.
- Certified in Reflex Integration – Master Level
- Certified in Ayres Sensory Integration®️ – Module 1
- Pediatric Feeding Intervention – Trained
- Brain gym- movement based learning
- Clinical Reasoning & Management of Autism – Trained
- Counseling Parents of Children with Special Needs – Trained
- Creating & Implementing Sensory Diet Routines – Trained
- Handwriting Skills Development – Trained
- Management of Children with Learning Disability and Visual Perceptual Deficits
- Expertise in Assesment Therapeutic Intervention & Individualised Sensory Program planning for children with sensory processing and autism spectrum disorder.
Aysha Risa
Speech-Language Pathologist
BASLP | DHA Licensed
Aysha Risa is a DHA-licensed Speech-Language Pathologist with over 5 years of clinical experience in the assessment and intervention of speech, language, communication, fluency, voice, motor speech, and speech sound disorders across both paediatric and adult populations. Her clinical practice is grounded in evidence-based and individualized intervention, with therapy tailored to each individual’s unique strengths, needs, abilities, and goals. She is committed to promoting meaningful communication, functional independence, and confidence through a holistic, client-centred, and family-focused approach.
- PROMPT Level 1 Trained Therapist – The PROMPT Institute
- Certified OPT Therapist – Level 1 – TalkTools®️, USA
- Certified in the Beckman Approach
- Meaningful Speech – NLA/GLP Trained Clinician
- Certified in Sensory-Motor Approach for Apraxia of Speech
- Trained in Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC) and PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System)
- Trained in Auditory-Verbal Therapy (AVT)
- Trained in Sensory-Based Speech Therapy
- Trained in Play-Based Approaches
Pooja B
Behaviour Therapist | QBA Candidate | CDA Eligible Psychologist
3+ years
Pooja B is a postgraduate in Psychology with over 2 years of professional experience as a psychologist, working with children and adolescents across diverse psychological and behavioural needs. Her academic background in Psychology provides a strong foundation in understanding human behaviour, emotional development, learning, and individual differences. She is a Certified ABAT (Applied Behavior Analysis Technician) and is currently pursuing her Qualified Behavior Analyst (QBA) certification. Her practice focuses on evidence-based, individualized intervention, with an emphasis on understanding behavioural needs, developing functional skills, and supporting emotional and psychological well-being.
- Applied Behaviour Analysis Technician (ABAT)
- IBT – International Behaviour Therapist ( IBAO)
- Pursuing QBA Certification.
- Trained in Behavioural Assessments – VB-MAPP & ABLLS-R
- Certification in Adolescent Counselling and Management.
- Trained in Rorschach Inkblot Test and NIMHANS Psychological Assessment Battery.
- Certification in Personality Disorder Management.
- Trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).
Khathija Nazha
Speech-Language Pathologist
BASLP | DHA Licensed
Khathija Nazha is a DHA-licensed Multilingual Speech-Language Pathologist with around 3 years of clinical experience in the assessment and intervention of paediatric speech, language, communication, fluency, feeding and orofacial difficulties. She has experience supporting children with a range of developmental and communication needs, including autism spectrum disorder, developmental delays, speech sound disorders and motor speech difficulties. Her clinical approach emphasises evidence-based, individualised and neuroaffirming intervention that recognises each child’s unique strengths, communication style and developmental needs. She is passionate about fostering functional communication, language development and independence through play-based therapy, family collaboration and meaningful, goal-oriented intervention.
- Certified OPT Therapist Level 1 - TalkTools®️, USA
- Avaz Certified Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC) Professional
- Trained in GLP/NLA - Dr. Marge Blanc
- Certified Therapeutic Play Practitioner - National Association for Play Therapy India
- Training in Special and Inclusive Education
Nimal Sunil
Occupational Therapist
DHA Licensed
Nimal Sunil is a dedicated Occupational Therapist with nearly 3 years of specialized clinical experience in the evaluation and treatment of both paediatric and neurological needs. Passionate about supporting individuals and their families through compassionate, targeted therapy, his practice focuses on guiding patients through their rehabilitation journeys to help them regain functional independence and improve their overall quality of life.
- Handwriting development
- Play based development intervention
- Executive functional skills
- Management of children with learning disability and visual perceptual deficits
- Enhancement of psychological wellness of children
- Trained in post TBI, SI and stroke rehabilitation
- Trained in ADL independence
- Trained in myofascial release
Have questions about your child?
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