Vadapalani, Chennai
ABOUT US

About Vidhaigal Child Development Centre

A child development and therapy centre committed to helping children reach their developmental potential through individualized care, professional guidance and a supportive environment.

Pyramid of Child Development showing physical well-being, sensorimotor, language, social, cognitive and self-fulfilment development
CONSULTANT PROFILE

Usha Krishnan

Consultant Occupational Therapist

An experienced Occupational Therapist with 20+ years of professional experience, with extensive expertise in paediatric occupational therapy, neurodevelopmental rehabilitation, and neurorehabilitation. She has worked with children presenting with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, learning disabilities, developmental delays, sensory processing difficulties, and other neurodevelopmental conditions.

Her areas of expertise include Sensory Integration Therapy, Oral Placement Therapy, developmental and functional assessments, fine and gross motor development, attention and regulation, and activities of daily living (ADL) training.

She has extensive experience in clinical assessment, intervention planning, goal setting, and parent training, with a family-centred and evidence-informed approach to therapy. She also works collaboratively with developmental paediatricians, neurologists, psychologists, speech-language therapists, special educators, and multidisciplinary rehabilitation teams to support comprehensive care and continuity of intervention.

Service-Oriented Philosophy

Usha Krishnan is a service-oriented Occupational Therapist who believes that every child deserves access to appropriate therapy and developmental support, regardless of their financial circumstances.

With a strong commitment to affordable and accessible rehabilitation, she keeps her therapy charges reasonable and strives to ensure that no child is denied therapy because of financial limitations.

Her approach is centred not only on clinical expertise but also on compassion, accessibility, family support, and the child's overall development. She believes that early intervention and consistent therapeutic support can make a meaningful difference in a child's functional independence, participation, confidence, and quality of life.

Her guiding belief: “Every child deserves an opportunity to learn, grow, and reach their potential.”

OUR PURPOSE

Mission, Vision & Values

Our Mission

To provide accessible, compassionate and individualized developmental support that helps children build essential skills, confidence and independence.

Our Vision

To create a nurturing environment where every child is understood, supported and encouraged to reach their fullest potential.

Our Values

  • Child-Centered Care
  • Compassion & Respect
  • Individualized Support
  • Family Involvement
  • Professional Excellence
  • Continuous Development
  • Inclusive Environment
WHY CHOOSE VIDHAIGAL?

Support That Is Personalized

Child-Centered Approach

We understand individual strengths, challenges and developmental needs before planning therapy.

Personalized Intervention

Goals are created according to the child's current abilities, needs and everyday requirements.

Family Participation

Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate and continue suitable activities at home.

Friendly Environment

We create a welcoming environment where children can feel comfortable, motivated and confident.

Holistic Development

Our focus extends across functional, communication, learning, social and daily living abilities.

Progress-Focused Care

We regularly observe progress and adjust goals and intervention strategies according to the child's changing needs.

OUR TEAM

A Team Dedicated to Your Child's Development

Our professionals work collaboratively wherever appropriate to understand each child's needs and provide coordinated developmental support.

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OUR TEAM MAY INCLUDE

Professional Support

Occupational Therapists

Support for functional skills, motor skills, sensory-related challenges and participation.

Speech & Language Therapists

Support for speech, language, communication and social communication.

Physiotherapists

Support for movement, balance, strength, flexibility, posture and mobility.

Special Educators

Individualized academic, cognitive, communication and functional learning support.

Behavioral Professionals

Positive, structured and individualized behavioral and functional support.

Psychologists / Counsellors

Assessment, counselling and guidance based on developmental, behavioral and learning needs.

Professional care. Personal attention. One goal — helping every child progress.