Suchitra Choudhury is the Chief Executive Officer of Early Autism Ventures Private Limited (EAVPL) in India. She completed her ABA course sequence at the University of Florida and is a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst. She holds a Master’s in Clinical Psychology from Amity University, Noida. She is committed to the ethical application of the science of Applied Behaviour Analysis across various domains.

Suchitra has 10 years of experience working with individuals on the autism spectrum and is passionate about applying scientifically proven techniques to reduce problem behaviour and increase appropriate behaviour. She is keenly interested in learning about and spreading knowledge of ABA to people from all walks of life.

Amanda Augustine is the Chief Operating Officer of Early Autism Ventures India. She joined EAV in 2021 as a Behaviour Technician and quickly showed the potential for working in an operational role. She is a Gold Medallist Master’s degree holder in Social work from Christ University, Bangalore. She also has a bachelor’s degree in Special Education from Minds College of Special Education, Mumbai. Her passion lies in working with neurodivergent children and their families. Apart from work, she is a proud pet parent and a foodie.

Jijina C. is the Clinical Director at Bangalore and a Qualified Behaviour Analyst(QBA). She holds a Master’s degree in Psychology from Jain University. From an early age, Jijina knew she wanted to work with children, a passion that grew stronger with her love for her Intro to Psychology course .

In her professional life, Jijina finds the most rewarding aspect of her job to be watching her clients make progress and learn new skills. She is dedicated to implementing socially-valid interventions that have a meaningful and positive impact on her clients’ lives, helping them achieve greater independence and functional communication.

Outside of work, Jijina enjoys unwinding by watching Netflix and exploring different cuisines.

Urvi Mange is the Clinical Director of the Whitefield branch and Home-Based ABA Lead at Early Autism Ventures. As a psychologist and QBA candidate, she is dedicated to helping individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders build the skills they need to thrive, on their own terms. She holds an MSc in Neurocognitive Psychology from the University of Oldenburg and an MA in Applied Psychology. Her vision is rooted in individualized, ethical, evidence-based care. Every intervention plan she builds starts with genuinely understanding a child, not applying a template. 

In practice, Urvi is hands-on, conducting functional assessments and direct observations to identify what’s really driving a behavior. She measures success not just in progress on paper, but in real gains in independence and quality of life. Collaboration is central to her practice; she works closely with families and multidisciplinary teams, believing that lasting change happens when everyone around a child is aligned and informed.

Outside the clinic, Urvi is an avid reader, dancer, and traveler who’s always chasing a new language to learn when she’s not busy spoiling her fur babies.

Ms. Pema Doma is a Qualified Behavior Analyst (QBA) candidate who began her academic journey with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, English Literature, and Sociology from Jyoti Nivas College, Bangalore (2013–2015). She went on to earn her Master of Science in Clinical Psychology from CMR University in 2017.

She began her professional career as a Remedial/Special Educator at The Learning Arc in 2017, where she worked until 2019. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she took on a short teaching role at the Dalai Lama Institute of Higher Education, where she taught undergraduate Psychology. In 2020, Ms. Pema entered the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) as a Behavioural Therapist at Stepping Stones in Bangalore, where she worked until 2022.

Since then, she has been working at Early Autism Ventures, where she plays a key role in the clinical planning and implementation of programs for children with autism and other developmental delays. She is actively involved in assessment, curriculum development, and ongoing support for each child.

Ms. Pema finds equal joy in both designing individualised, evidence-based programs and working hands-on with children. Her approach is rooted in compassion and respect for each child’s unique learning style and pace. She believes that meaningful progress comes from understanding the child deeply and supporting them consistently, whether it’s through structured teaching or shared moments during play. This balanced engagement—between thoughtful planning and direct interaction—inspires and drives her ongoing commitment to the field

Ms Vandna is a Lead Occupational therapist at Early Autism Ventures, India. She has with approx. 11 years of working experiences. She carries her Master degree from SVNIRTAR, Odisha.
Ms. Vandna is certified in Sensory Integration certification module 1 and 4 from university of southern California. She is also certified in Wheelchair training by WHO. She is certified in Brain Gym 104 and 112 , Crispiany movement program. and Oral Placement Therapy Level 1.
She has a vast experience in working with children with neurodiversity. She believes that every child has a potential and we should provide equal opportunity to all. Also, she believes to empower the parents to become the best facilitator to their children.

Sarah Elsa Abraham is a dedicated and compassionate speech-language pathologist whose educational journey began at Christian Medical College Vellore, where she completed her bachelor’s degree. Her time at the developmental pediatrics unit fueled her passion for specializing in speech-language pathology, leading her to pursue her master’s at the All India Institute of Speech and Hearing in Mysore.

With over three years of experience, Sarah has focused on working with children, particularly those on the autism spectrum.  As a certified feeding and oral placement therapist (Level 1), she specializes in addressing communication, speech, language, and feeding difficulties in children. Collaborating closely with a multidisciplinary team, Sarah strives to empower children to become strong communicators.

Sarah firmly believes in the unique abilities of each child and their inherent voice, waiting to be heard. Her approach involves not only working directly with the children but also empowering parents. She is convinced that when parents are equipped with the right guidance, they can unlock their children’s potential.

Kruthika joined Early Autism Ventures’ operations team as a HR- Lead. She hold an MBA from Sir M. Visvesvaraya Institute of Technology.

Outside of work, she enjoys playing badminton, diving into a good book, and exploring new destinations around the world.

Farha Abdul Nazar is the Shadow Lead at Early Autism Ventures, where she leads and oversees shadow services to ensure children receive consistent, individualized, and high-quality support within school settings. She holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology and has previous experience in both mental health and child development settings, providing her with a strong foundation in child behaviour, neurodevelopment, and evidence-based intervention practices.

In her current role, Farha is responsible for the training, supervision, and professional development of shadow teachers. She collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized goals and intervention strategies tailored to each child’s unique needs. Working closely with families, schools, therapists, and educators, she ensures effective communication, seamless implementation of intervention plans, and the delivery of quality support services. Her responsibilities also include school observations, staff mentoring, parent guidance, teacher collaboration, and the development of systems that promote consistency and excellence in shadow services.

Farha believes that every child possesses unique strengths and potential, and that meaningful progress is achieved through individualized support, consistency, and collaborative care. She is committed to fostering inclusive learning environments where children with neurodevelopmental differences feel supported, empowered, and encouraged to reach their fullest potential.

Ann serves as the Shadow Lead for the Hyderabad branch, where she oversees and mentors a team of Shadow Teachers and ABA-trained therapists. Working closely with schools, families, and the Special Educational Needs (SEN) department, she adopts a collaborative and holistic approach to ensure that every child is supported in reaching their full potential while feeling seen, heard, and included.

Driven by a strong passion, Ann is committed to promoting inclusive educational practices and empowering children with diverse learning needs through individualized, evidence-based support. She believes that meaningful collaboration between educators, therapists, and families is key to creating positive and lasting outcomes for every child.

Ann is a member of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) She holds a Master of Social Work with a specialization in Medical and Psychiatry from the Manipal Academy of Higher Education, and brings together her expertise in social work, behavioural support, and inclusive education to support children, families, and school communities.