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Special Education & Academic Counselling Services

Early Intervention | Remedial Education | Academic Advisory | Transition Planning

Every learner is unique. Some struggle with reading fluency or a rigorous curriculum, while others feel anxious about the transition to university.

With over two decades of experience I bridge the gap between remedial support and academic excellence offering personalised healing journeys. From early intervention to global career planning, I offer a safe, inclusive space for students and families to build the confidence and skills needed for long-term independence.

Special Education & Academic Counselling Services

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(0–5 Years) Early Intervention & Development Support

Struggling to find the right path for your child’s early development? Many parents feel overwhelmed when noticing developmental delays or sensory sensitivities in their toddlers. Difficulties in speech, motor skills, sensory processing, or social-emotional development, can impact long-term learning and confidence. I provide expert early intervention services designed to maximize the critical first 1,000 days of growth. By coordinating speech, occupational, and physical therapies, I create individualized plans that build emotional resilience and cognitive foundations.

Whether you need help navigating healthcare resources or building a structured home environment, I offer the professional guidance necessary for lifelong independence. I provide specialized early childhood support for families across India through online counselling or in-person sessions. I also offer global online consultations.

Developmental & Therapeutic Support

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  • Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
  • Feeding Therapy
  • Occupational Therapy (OT)
  • Physical Therapy (PT)
  • Remedial Education
  • Sensory Integration Therapy
  • Speech‑Language Therapy

Family‑Centric Guidance & Counseling

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  • Attachment‑Based Parenting Workshops
  • Family Therapy (Child‑Parent Dyad)
  • Mindful Parenting Classes
  • Parent Coaching
  • Sibling Support Sessions
  • Transition Counseling
  • Trauma‑Informed Parenting Support

System Navigation & Resource Hub

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  • Advocacy Training
  • Individualised Family Service Plan (IFSP)
  • Parent Support Groups
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Service Coordination
  • Transition Planning

(Pre-K to 12th) Special Education & Learning Support

Is your child struggling with learning differences or academic challenges due to ADHD, Dyslexia, or processing gaps? Children with learning disabilities, developmental delays, or behavioral difficulties often face barriers in school and everyday life, and can be exhausting for both students and parents.

As a special education specialist, I help bridge this gap by developing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and providing behavioral interventions that help students shine. I provide targeted special education services, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, and behavioral support, tailored to each child’s unique learning profile.

Beyond therapy, I act as a dedicated advocate, accompanying you to school meetings and clinical visits to ensure your child’s needs are met. My special education advocacy and remedial services are offered across India and online for global accessibility, ensuring local school-based support.

Core Special Education Services

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  • Individualized Education Plan (IEP)
  • Assistive Technology
  • Cognitive & Intellectual Support
  • Emotional & Behavioral Support
  • Remedial Education & Learning Support
  • Subject‑Specific Tutoring
  • Transition Planning

Related Therapies & Interventions

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  • Behavioural Modification
  • Hearing & Vision Services
  • Independent Living Skills
  • Occupational Therapy (OT)
  • Physiotherapy
  • Sensory Integration Therapy
  • Speech‑Language Therapy

Parent & Family Support

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  • Advocacy for Accommodations & Exemptions
  • Behavior Management Strategies at Home
  • Communication with Schools & Educators
  • Educational Board & School Selection
  • Navigating Assessments & Diagnoses
  • Reducing Parental Stress & Overwhelm
  • Understanding Child Development & Behavior

(13+ Years) Academic Advisory & Global Career Planning

Are you feeling the pressure of competitive exams, board selections, or complex university applications? Many students and families struggle with executive functioning, time management, and the anxiety of 'what comes next'. My academic counselling and advisory services simplify the transition to higher education. I offer expert mentorship on study abroad opportunities, major selection, and overseas admissions, alongside practical skill-building in self-advocacy.

From selecting the right academic stream to mastering exam strategy or drafting college and university applications, I provide a clear roadmap to excellence. Based in India, I offer global academic counseling to help students secure placements in top universities worldwide.

Academic, Career & Global Education Counselling

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  • Application, Essays & Documentation Support
  • International Course & Country Selection
  • Overseas Education & Local College Admissions
  • Overseas University Shortlisting
  • Portfolio Preparation
  • Scholarship & Financial Planning Guidance
  • Visa Application Support

Overseas Education & Local Indian College Admissions

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  • Academic Planning for Indian & NRI Families
  • Budget-Appropriate Education Pathways
  • Cultural and Language Support for Parents
  • Personalised Education & Career Counselling
  • Tailored Student & Family Services

Mentorship, Coaching & Support

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  • Coaching
  • Mentorship
  • Support for Diverse Needs

Elementary Education (K-5)

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  • Building IQ and cognitive abilities
  • Developing language arts and logical reasoning skills
  • Encouraging curiosity and love for learning
  • Fostering social skills and emotional intelligence
  • Identifying strengths and interests

Middle School and High School (6-12)

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  • Academic planning and goal-setting
  • Career exploration and interest assessment
  • Developing study habits and time management skills
  • Exam board selection
  • Preparing for competitive exams and entrance tests

College and Career Readiness (11-12)

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  • College application guidance
  • Community & Support Network Linkages
  • Developing independent living skills and self-advocacy
  • Entrance exam preparation
  • Identifying career paths and interests
  • Long-Term Growth & Development Planning
  • Selecting suitable degree programs
  • Subject Strength Analysis

Young Adults (College and Beyond)

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  • Building professional networks and connections
  • Career exploration and planning.
  • Internship and job search support
  • Navigating career transitions and changes
  • Organizational Skills
  • Time management and study skills

Residential School Planning & Support

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  • Adjustment & Wellbeing Monitoring
  • Admission Counselling
  • Application & Documentation Assistance
  • Identifying Suitable Residential/Boarding Schools.
  • Parent–School Communication Support
  • Understanding Special Needs Support Systems

(16+ Years) Transition Planning & Vocational Readiness

Worried about your child’s transition from school to adult life? Whether a student is navigating the standard transition to university or requires specialized support for a disability, the move to independence is often met with anxiety and a lack of practical life skills.

I offer personalized transition planning that focuses on essential life skills—including financial literacy, vocational training, and community involvement. By linking families to adult services and inter-agency support, I ensure a seamless move into adulthood that prioritizes dignity and self-sufficiency. Services are delivered in India and through online consultations globally.

Transition Support Services

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  • Community Employment
  • IEP Transition Plans
  • Job Skills Training
  • Vocational Rehabilitation

Independent Living Support

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  • Financial Management
  • Healthcare Support
  • Housing Assistance
  • Life Skills Training

Bridging Programs

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  • College Transition Support
  • Community Integration
  • Post-Secondary Education Planning

Guidance and Advocacy

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  • Advocacy
  • Empowerment
  • Personalized Guidance

Family Support

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  • Family Counseling
  • Parent Guidance

Early Start Program

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  • Goal Setting
  • Ongoing Support
  • Resource Connection

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"Every child is an artist."

- Pablo Picasso

Your Wellbeing, My Commitment

Professional counselling, therapy, mentoring and mental health support are grounded in a strong moral and professional commitment to your wellbeing. Whether you are looking for a counsellor or therapist in Mumbai, Delhi, or Bangalore or anywhere in India, or seeking online counseling or online therapy services from the UK, USA, or UAE or from anywhere globally, my practice is guided by core ethical principles:

My work is guided by core ethical principles:

  • Autonomy: Respecting your personal choices and self-determination.
  • Beneficence: Always acting in your best interests for positive outcomes.
  • Non-Maleficence: A strict commitment to doing no harm.
  • Fidelity: Building a foundation of trust and reliability.
  • Justice: Ensuring fairness and equality for every client.

These principles shape every interaction, ensuring integrity, competence, and confidential counselling and therapy sessions at all times. My aim is to create a safe, respectful, and empowering space where your dignity, rights, and capacity for growth are always prioritised.

Counselling is more than guidance—it’s a secure space where your mental health is the priority. I support clients across India (including metros like Mumbai, Delhi, NCR, Bangalore, and Hyderabad as well as tier1 and tier2 cities) and globally across the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, Europe and Singapore.

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You Are Not Alone

Mental health is as vital as physical health. Taking the first step feels daunting, but I'm here to support you with counselling services tailored to your needs.

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Confidentiality and Safety

Your confidentiality and safety are my top priority. I provide a secure, non-judgmental space to explore your thoughts and feelings.

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No Judgment, No Stigma

I help you navigate the path to healing without stigma, supporting stress management and anxiety care.

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Realistic Solutions

We work collaboratively to develop practical coping strategies that suit your everyday life.

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Comprehensive Support

Individual, couple, family and group counselling to empower you with practical skills and professional support.

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Take the First Step Toward Resilience

If you are struggling, don’t wait. Schedule a consultation to begin your journey toward clarity, healing, and long-term wellbeing.

How I Support You Through Life's Complex Challenges

Life is rarely one-dimensional; emotional, relational, medical, legal, and professional challenges often intersect, leaving you feeling overwhelmed.

My practice goes beyond traditional counselling to offer a holistic and collaborative support system specifically designed for today's multifaceted issues—from mental health and emotional wellbeing to the complexities of medical, legal, or financial stress.

As a seasoned practitioner dedicated to comprehensive clinical care and strategic advisory, I ensure your journey is coordinated, sensitive, and centered entirely on your unique needs. Whether you require in-person or online consultations in India or the flexibility of online therapy sessions globally, I provide a seamless hybrid approach to care, ensuring you have expert support no matter where you are located.

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Collaborative & Interdisciplinary Care (How I work)

Interdisciplinary care means your counselling, therapy, and mentoring are guided by one primary professional who thoughtfully integrates insights from relevant fields - so your support is coordinated, not fragmented.

Life's challenges rarely happen in isolation. My practice moves beyond traditional therapy models to offer holistic counselling and mentoring that addresses the intersection of your emotional, medical, academic, legal, and professional life.

As your primary counsellor, therapist, and mentor, I remain your central point of support—integrating perspectives from relevant disciplines only when they genuinely support your progress. Whether you are seeking online therapy in India or global support, or looking for an in-person session, I help you move from confusion to clarity with a unified strategy for change.

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Integrated Support Network (What you gain)

Many emotional, family, academic, and professional challenges cannot be resolved through counselling or therapy alone. They often involve overlapping legal, medical, educational, financial, or systemic considerations.

That is why my counselling, therapy, and mentoring practice is supported by a well-established, integrated network of trusted professionals—so you are not left navigating complex systems on your own.

When appropriate, I help coordinate access to relevant external support in a structured, ethical, and confidential manner, ensuring continuity of care beyond the therapy room. You receive organized, real-world problem resolution, without the burden of managing multiple experts or repeating your story.

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Global Perspective in a Safe, Inclusive Space (Who I serve)

My counselling, therapy, and mentoring practice is rooted in empathy, trust, and deep inclusivity. I work with individuals and families across all communities, backgrounds, belief systems, and social contexts—without bias, labels, or judgment.

I support clients from urban metros to rural heartlands in India, as well as the global NRI and international community in the USA, UK, UAE, Asia-Pacific, and European regions. I bring a global perspective anchored in local realities offering culturally sensitive support that respects lived experience, identity, and context.

Across every life stage—from Gen Z to seniors—you are met in a safe, non-judgmental space where dignity, confidentiality, and practical solutions come first. Support is available online, in person, or through location-specific engagement, ensuring care remains accessible wherever you are.

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Real Experiences, Thoughtful Outcomes

People come into counselling, therapy, and mentoring at different points - feeling stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, or seeking a safe space to be heard. Through personalised support and guided reflection, many experience meaningful shifts in clarity, emotional balance, and confidence. The narratives shared below reflect representative journeys shaped through our work together, thoughtfully anonymised across my practice.

Note: All names & identifying details have been modified to maintain confidentiality & ethical standards across professional practice.

Parent | Infant Care

Early Intervention

Gaurav's early intervention services helped my child develop crucial skills and confidence. His approach is compassionate & expert, providing a foundation for growth. We are seeing incredible progress daily, & his guidance has given us the tools and hope we needed to support our child's development during these vital years.

Family | Child Support

Growing Stronger

Gaurav's support has been a game-changer for my child. His practical guidance is empowering, and we are seeing incredible progress in school and beyond. He tailored his approach to my child’s unique needs, which has made all the difference and given our entire family much more hope for a bright, successful future.

Student | Academic Coaching

Academic Goal Support

Gaurav's academic coaching helped me develop effective study habits and achieve my goals. His approach is supportive, results-driven, boosting success, I'm more focused now. His guidance helped me stay on track, prioritize tasks, build confidence in my abilities. I'm accomplishing more, motivated to push forward.

Youth | Transition Care

Path to Independence

Gaurav's transition planning help have been a lifesaver. His expert guidance is helping my child prepare for independence and adulthood, it's reassuring to know we're on the right path. We're confident about her future, that's a huge relief. His support is making a real difference, paving the way for a smooth transition.

Parent | Speech Development

Speech Therapy Support

I wholeheartedly recommend Gaurav for his exceptional speech therapy service fecilitation. His effective approach helped my child improve communication skills and confidence. Progress has been significant, I'm grateful for his expertise and support. Gaurav is a dedicated professional who fosters growth and empowerment.

Child | Life Skills

Occupational Therapy

I wholeheartedly recommend Gaurav for his exceptional occupational therapy fecilitation. His compassionate and expert support helped my son develop life skills and independence. Progress has been significant, i am more hopeful about son's future. Gaurav's tailored approach dedication make him a trusted professional.

Student | Education Planning

Academic Guidance

Gaurav's academic advisory services helped me navigate complex educational pathways and achieve my goals. His guidance is insightful and practical, providing direction. I'm confident now in pursuing my academic aspirations, feeling empowered to take on new challenges, explore opportunities. His support transformed me.

Parent | Behaviour Care

Behavioural Support

Gaurav's behavioral intervention services helped my child develop positive behaviors and improve relationships. His practical and effective guidance is driving change, and I'm seeing progress, feeling more connected and supported as a family. We both parents are grateful for Gaurav's expertise in shaping our son's future.

Student | Study Abroad

Global Education Goals

Gaurav's global education counseling helped me navigate international university applications and achieve my dreams. His expertise is invaluable and supportive, opening doors. His guidance made the process meaningful. I'm confident that I'll excel in my path; I'm thankful for his constant encouragement and support

Youth | Career Planning

Career Path Guidance

Gaurav's career guidance and support helped me explore career options and build a fulfilling path. His approach is insightful and practical, guiding me forward, and I'm more focused now. I'm grateful for his expertise in helping me align my goals with my strengths, allowing me to pursue a future that is truly meaningful.

Parent | Special Education

IEP Planning Support

Gaurav's IEP services helped us create a tailored plan and advocate for my child's needs. His guidance is expert and empowering, ensuring success, and we're more confident now. We finally have a clear roadmap that respects my child's unique learning style while ensuring they receive every bit of support they deserve.

Family | Relationship Care

Family Healing

Gaurav's family counseling services helped us navigate challenges and strengthen relationships. His approach is empathetic and practical, fostering unity. His guidance has been transformative, helping us communicate better and build a more loving environment, we're grateful for his support in our journey together.

Expert Counselling, Therapy & Mentoring for Every Stage of Life

Providing a bridge between clinical expertise and professional growth. Whether you need counselling for emotional wellness and life transitions, therapy for mental health or neurodevelopmental disorders, or mentoring for academic and business success—I offer specialized support tailored to your unique journey. From special education to executive strategy, find the path that is right for you.

Collaborative Network | versatile advisor | Inclusive Care | Online & In-Person Sessions | Serving India & Globally

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Frequently Asked Questions

It is completely normal to have questions before starting the counselling process. This section is designed to provide quick and clear answers to some of the most common questions about my approach, what to expect from a session, and how to get started. If your question isn't answered here, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Students with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, anxiety, giftedness, slow processing, trauma, health challenges—or anyone struggling to learn their way can benefit from special education and academic counselling services. This isn’t about being “behind.” It’s about the right scaffolds, strategies, and support for each learner and family.

Anxiety blocks focus and frustration fuels behaviour. Executive dysfunction causes missed work. Learning never exists alone. I support the whole student—emotions, behaviour, brain, and environment—so academic progress becomes possible and sustainable.

Yes. Academic and career counselling is available online globally and in person by arrangement. Online support offers the same structure, tools, and safety—with built-in accommodations for neurodivergent learners and students needing consistency.

Yes. Families worldwide can access support through online sessions. I work with international curricula, exams, IEPs, and transitions abroad—combining cultural understanding with system-smart academic guidance.

With 18+ years across CBSE, ICSE, IB, Cambridge, US systems, homeschooling, and global moves, I help families plan transitions calmly—mapping pathways, closing gaps, and supporting both emotional and academic readiness.

Yes. With consent, I collaborate with schools, teachers, therapists, and medical professionals to align strategies, co-create IEPs, and track progress. Students succeed best when care is coordinated—not carried alone.

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I offer flexible session formats tailored to your schedule and location—providing online (video/audio), hybrid, and in-person sessions across India and internationally. As a tech-savvy and globally accessible practitioner, I work across all time zones and am available for urgent support when your situation requires immediate attention.

Select the format that works best for you and take the first step toward clarity, growth, and emotional wellbeing.

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