Samatva Nurturing Future - 👩‍🏫 Who We Work With

At Samatva Nurturing Futures in Ulwe, Navi Mumbai, we specialize in supporting children whose learning and development follow different paths. If your child has been diagnosed with a developmental condition, is struggling academically despite effort, or shows signs that concern you—you're in the right place.

We work with children ages 3-16 experiencing a wide range of challenges, providing evidence-based, individualized therapy that meets them exactly where they are and helps them reach their full potential.

🧩 1. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Understanding Autism: More Than a Label

Autism Spectrum Disorder is a neurodevelopmental condition affecting how children communicate, interact socially, and process sensory information. Every child with autism is unique—some are non-verbal, others speak fluently but struggle with social nuances. Some seek sensory input, others are overwhelmed by it.

At Samatva, we don't treat autism as something to "cure." We help children develop the skills they need to navigate the world successfully while honoring their unique way of being.

Signs Your Child Might Benefit from ASD Support:

Social Communication Challenges:

Limited or no eye contact

Difficulty understanding social cues (facial expressions, tone of voice)

Prefers to play alone or struggles with peer interactions

Doesn't respond to their name consistently

Difficulty with back-and-forth conversations

Takes language very literally (doesn't understand sarcasm, idioms)

Repetitive Behaviors & Restricted Interests:

Repetitive movements (hand-flapping, rocking, spinning)

Intense focus on specific topics (trains, numbers, dinosaurs)

Insistence on sameness and routines (meltdowns when routines change)

Unusual attachment to specific objects

Lining up toys or organizing things in patterns

Sensory Sensitivities:

Covers ears in response to normal sounds

Avoids certain textures in food or clothing

Seeks or avoids specific sensory input (spinning, crashing, touching)

Over-reacts or under-reacts to pain or temperature

How Samatva Helps Children with Autism:

Communication Development:

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) for non-verbal children

Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS)

Expressive language building: requesting, labeling, commenting

Receptive language: following instructions, understanding questions

Social communication: greetings, turn-taking, topic maintenance

Social Skills Training:

Understanding emotions in self and others

Making and maintaining friendships

Play skills (parallel play → interactive play → cooperative play)

Perspective-taking and theory of mind

Conflict resolution and problem-solving

Behavioral Support:

Functional Behavior Analysis (FBA) to understand why behaviors occur

Positive behavior support plans

Reducing challenging behaviors (aggression, self-injury, meltdowns)

Teaching replacement behaviors and coping strategies

Increasing independence in daily routines

Sensory Integration:

Identifying sensory triggers and preferences

Creating sensory diets and regulation strategies

Environmental modifications for home and school

Collaboration with occupational therapists when needed

Academic Modifications:

Visual schedules and structured work systems

Breaking down tasks into manageable steps

Accommodations for processing differences

Supporting inclusion in mainstream classrooms when appropriate

⚡ 2. ADHD & Hyperactivity

Beyond "He's Just Energetic": Understanding ADHD

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition affecting attention, impulse control, and activity levels. Children with ADHD aren't "naughty" or "lazy"—their brains are wired differently, making it genuinely harder to focus, sit still, and regulate emotions.

ADHD shows up in three ways: Inattentive type, Hyperactive-Impulsive type, or Combined type.

Signs Your Child Might Have ADHD:

Difficulty sustaining focus on tasks or play

Doesn't seem to listen when spoken to directly

Fails to finish homework or chores (not due to defiance)

Loses things constantly (pencils, books, jackets)

Easily distracted by external stimuli or internal thoughts

Forgetful in daily activities

Avoids tasks requiring sustained mental effort

Fidgets constantly, can't sit still

Leaves seat when expected to remain seated

Runs or climbs in inappropriate situations

Always "on the go" as if "driven by a motor"

Blurts out answers before questions are complete

Difficulty waiting their turn

Interrupts or intrudes on others

Acts without thinking about consequences

Emotional outbursts and difficulty regulating emotions

How Samatva Helps Children with ADHD:

Attention & Focus Training:

Breaking tasks into smaller, manageable chunks

Using timers and visual schedules

Teaching self-monitoring strategies

Building sustained attention gradually

Reducing distractions in learning environment

Executive Function Development:

Planning and organization skills

Time management and prioritization

Working memory strategies

Task initiation and completion techniques

Self-regulation and emotional control