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Chitra Thadathil

Director & Founder

Chitra Thadathil

Director & Founder

Chitra Thadathil is the Founding Director and Clinical Head of Dimensions Centre for Child Development, with branches in Bangalore and Coimbatore, and the Founder & CEO of Autism Synergies.

With over two decades of experience (22+ Years) as a Speech-Language Pathologist, Chitra has trained and led multidisciplinary teams of therapists, developed evidence-based intervention programs, and mentored professionals and parents across India and abroad.

Chitra Thadathil is the Founding Director and Clinical Head of Dimensions Centre for Child Development, with branches in Bangalore and Coimbatore, and the Founder & CEO of Autism Synergies.

With over two decades of experience (22+ Years) as a Speech-Language Pathologist, Chitra has trained and led multidisciplinary teams of therapists, developed evidence-based intervention programs, and mentored professionals and parents across India and abroad.

She has designed and directed several flagship training programs — including Comprehensive Sensory Motor Intervention (COSMI) for pediatric feeding and swallowing, Applied Sensory Integration for SLPs (ASI-SLP), Autism Deep Dive for Parents, and the Fellowship in Pediatric Feeding Disorders, all of which have impacted thousands of clinicians and families globally.

Chitra holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Sensory Integration from Sheffield Hallam University, UK, and Master’s in Speech and Hearing from Bangalore University. She has also received advanced certification in PROMPT, SOS Approach to Feeding, DIR Floortime, DTTC for CAS, OPT, and Beckman Oral Motor Therapy from leading international institutions.

She has presented her research internationally, including at Feeding Matters USA, and authored several manuals and workbooks, such as the Comprehensive Sensory Motor Intervention Guide for Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing.

A recipient of multiple awards — including the Speech-Language Pathologist of the Year (2023) and Digital Women Award for Social Impact (2022) — Chitra is also the President-Elect of the Indian Speech and Hearing Association, Bengaluru Chapter (ISHA-BC).

Her vision is to ensure that every child receives therapy rooted in research, compassion, and neuro-affirming principles, while empowering the next generation of professionals to bridge science with practice.

International Certifications:-

  • Beckman Oral Motor Assessment and Intervention

  • Floortime

  • SOS Approach to feeding (Star Institute, University of California)

  • PROMPT (PROMPT Institute)

  • Feeding Therapy (Talk Tools)

  • Oral Placement Therapy (Level 1 & 2, Talk Tools)

  • Sensory Integration (Level 1 & 4, USC)

She has designed and directed several flagship training programs — including Comprehensive Sensory Motor Intervention (COSMI) for pediatric feeding and swallowing, Applied Sensory Integration for SLPs (ASI-SLP), Autism Deep Dive for Parents, and the Fellowship in Pediatric Feeding Disorders, all of which have impacted thousands of clinicians and families globally.

Chitra holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Sensory Integration from Sheffield Hallam University, UK, and Master’s in Speech and Hearing from Bangalore University. She has also received advanced certification in PROMPT, SOS Approach to Feeding, DIR Floortime, DTTC for CAS, OPT, and Beckman Oral Motor Therapy from leading international institutions.

She has presented her research internationally, including at Feeding Matters USA, and authored several manuals and workbooks, such as the Comprehensive Sensory Motor Intervention Guide for Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing.

A recipient of multiple awards — including the Speech-Language Pathologist of the Year (2023) and Digital Women Award for Social Impact (2022) — Chitra is also the President-Elect of the Indian Speech and Hearing Association, Bengaluru Chapter (ISHA-BC).

Her vision is to ensure that every child receives therapy rooted in research, compassion, and neuro-affirming principles, while empowering the next generation of professionals to bridge science with practice.

International Certifications:-

  • Beckman Oral Motor Assessment and Intervention

  • Floortime

  • SOS Approach to feeding (Star Institute, University of California)

  • PROMPT (PROMPT Institute)

  • Feeding Therapy (Talk Tools)

  • Oral Placement Therapy (Level 1 & 2, Talk Tools)

  • Sensory Integration (Level 1 & 4, USC)

Meet our amazing team

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Caring, skilled, and passionate—our team is here to support your child’s growth, learning, happiness, and confidence every step of the way.

Ida Anna Varghese

Speech Language Pathologist

Ida Anna Varghese

Speech Language Pathologist

Shyama K.M

Centre Head, DCCD Coimbatore and Occupational Therapist

Shyama K.M

Centre Head, DCCD Coimbatore and Occupational Therapist

Prisca Anna Mary

Speech Language Pathologist

Prisca Anna Mary

Speech Language Pathologist

Lisha Kariappa K

Speech Language Pathologist

Lisha Kariappa K

Speech Language Pathologist

Meghana L

Speech Language Pathologist

Meghana L

Speech Language Pathologist

Anu Elizabeth Jacob

Speech Language Pathologist

Anu Elizabeth Jacob

Speech Language Pathologist

Govinda Rasu

Occupational Therapist

Govinda Rasu

Occupational Therapist

K Brindha

Occupational Therapist

K Brindha

Occupational Therapist

Sinduja Saravnan

Occupational Therapist-Consultant

Sinduja Saravnan

Occupational Therapist-Consultant

Gayathri Rajiv

Speech Language Therapist-Consultant

Gayathri Rajiv

Speech Language Therapist-Consultant

Hamsa C

Relationship Manger

Hamsa C

Relationship Manger

ANNE MARIA

Speech Language Pathologist

ANNE MARIA

Speech Language Pathologist

CHRISTINA JENIFER

Speech Language Therapist

CHRISTINA JENIFER

Speech Language Therapist

DINSHA JAMES

Administrator

DINSHA JAMES

Administrator

Chalcy Caroline Hozenu C

Speech Language Pathologist

Chalcy Caroline Hozenu C

Speech Language Pathologist

Prabitha Babu

Occupational Therapist

Prabitha Babu

Occupational Therapist

Muthu Kumar

Occupational Therapist

Muthu Kumar

Occupational Therapist

Muthu Kumar

Occupational Therapist

Muthu Kumar

Occupational Therapist

Vidya H

Psychologist and Therapist Assistant

Vidya H

Psychologist and Therapist Assistant

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Numbers That Tell Our Story

Behind every number is a child’s laugh, a parent’s peace of mind, and a team that truly cares every single day.

10K+

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Therapy sessions delivered every year

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Therapy sessions delivered every year

25K+

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Smiles Shared

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Courses in our platform

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Courses in our platform

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Courses in our platform

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Our mission & core values

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At Dimensions, we strive for excellence by providing evidence-based practices in pediatric intervention. Our goals are well-defined, tracked periodically, and documented to provide a road map to success.

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What the parents say

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Making each day truly joyful with love and care

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Where little hearts find their home

At Dimensions, we provide a safe, loving space for children. Our therapists prioritise each child's needs and happiness, ensuring parents are always well informed and connected.

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Experienced Therapists
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