Questions parents ask before starting.

No. It is only a starting point to help the DARC team understand your concerns. A consultation or assessment may be needed for deeper understanding.

No. Parents can directly begin with the Child Development Check or book a consultation without any referral.

Bring any previous reports, school observations, therapy notes, medical history, and your main concerns as a parent. If your child has a diagnosis, bring those documents too.

The therapy direction is decided after understanding the child's developmental, sensory, motor, communication, behavioural, and functional needs through Dr. Aaditya's Method — not by guessing or offering generic sessions.

The initial consultation typically takes 45–60 minutes. The team uses this time to understand the child's history, observe patterns, and guide the right next steps.

Yes. Dr. Aaditya Malathy personally leads every initial consultation for new families. Families do not meet a junior staff member first — the consultation is directly with Dr. Aaditya.

Every child is different. Progress depends on the child's needs, consistency, home support, and therapy direction. Many families notice early shifts in regulation and participation within the first few weeks.

This is recommended after consultation. DARC does not suggest therapy frequency without understanding the child. Most children begin with 3–6 sessions per week depending on the goals.

Yes. DARC focuses on parent communication and progress clarity through monthly progress reviews, session notes, and direct guidance on what comes next.

Where suitable, parents receive simple home guidance with 2–3 activities to practice daily. These fit into natural routines like mealtimes, bath time, and play.

Yes, parent involvement is encouraged at DARC. Therapists guide parents on what to observe, what to practise, and how to carry the therapy direction into daily life.

Progress is tracked through structured goal-setting, regular therapist observations, and monthly progress reviews shared with parents. Goals are updated as the child develops.

Each therapy session at DARC is 45 minutes — structured, goal-directed, and focused. This applies across OT, Speech, Sensory Integration, and Special Education sessions.

Progress timelines vary by child. Many families begin noticing early regulation and engagement shifts within 4–6 weeks. Skill-level improvements in communication, movement, and learning typically become measurable within 10–16 weeks of consistent sessions.

Dr. Aaditya's Method is DARC's approach to understanding why a child may be struggling. Rather than responding to surface behaviours, it studies the child's sensory, motor, reflex, communication, behavioural, and functional patterns to build the right foundation before targeting skills.

Yes. DARC provides paediatric Occupational Therapy led by Dr. Aaditya and Speech-Language Therapy led by Vasudharany, Head SLP.

Yes. Sensory Integration Therapy is a core part of Dr. Aaditya's Method. It addresses how the brain processes sensory information — touch, movement, sound, and body awareness — to support regulation and participation.

Yes. DARC supports school readiness, reading, writing, math, study skills, and functional academic participation where suitable.

DARC does not use traditional ABA. Dr. Aaditya's Method is rooted in Occupational Therapy, Sensory Integration, and functional communication — focusing on the child's neurological foundations rather than behaviour modification alone.

Yes. DARC provides online guidance, parent coaching, communication strategies and follow-up sessions for families in India and abroad when remote delivery is suitable. In-person or local assessment may still be recommended for direct therapy and hands-on concerns.

Yes. DARC connects OT, Speech, parent guidance, and progress review rather than treating each area in isolation — this connected approach is central to Dr. Aaditya's Method.

DARC has two branches in Chennai: Ashok Nagar (New No: 59, 7th Avenue, Ashok Nagar, Chennai - 600083) and Pallikaranai (Maxworth Nagar, 2nd Street). Online guidance is also available for suitable families.

Monday to Saturday, 9 AM to 8 PM. Sunday is closed.

Yes. Parents can choose the preferred branch based on convenience, availability, and suitability. Both branches follow the same DARC care philosophy.

Therapy recommendations and fees are discussed after understanding the child's needs. We do not list generic pricing because every child's plan is different.

Start with the Child Development Check or use the Book Consultation form. The DARC team will confirm your appointment through WhatsApp within 24 hours.

Contact the DARC team via WhatsApp or call as early as possible so the team can adjust scheduling and maintain continuity of care.

Yes. All parent and child information is handled respectfully and confidentially. Details are used only to guide your child's care.

Dr. Aaditya Malathy holds OT, MS (USA) qualifications. Vasudharany is a qualified Speech-Language Pathologist leading DARC's speech team. All therapists work under structured clinical oversight.

DARC focuses on child-centred care, emotional comfort, readiness, regulation, and functional participation. Sessions are designed to be engaging and never forced.

Review the clinicians' published profiles, assessment process, branch details, parent feedback and written service information. Ask who will work with your child, how goals are set and how progress will be reviewed before committing to a plan.

Yes. DARC supports non-verbal children through Speech Therapy, AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication), functional communication strategies, and parent guidance tailored to the child's profile.

Start with the Child Development Check. Behaviour is often connected to sensory, communication, routine, regulation, or developmental needs — Dr. Aaditya's Method helps identify the underlying cause.

Yes. DARC supports attention, sitting tolerance, handwriting, fine motor skills, routines, communication, and classroom participation where suitable.

Many children have connected and overlapping needs. DARC's multidisciplinary approach helps identify the right starting direction and connects OT, Speech, and parent guidance as needed.

Parents can still book a consultation. Dr. Aaditya's Method reviews the child's current status and helps families understand what may have been missed and what the next direction could be.

Yes. DARC supports feeding and oral-motor concerns through assessment-led therapy, sensory-based feeding approaches, and parent guidance — for children who have difficulty with textures, chewing, or mealtime routines.

Yes. DARC supports children with ADHD through OT-led regulation strategies, sensory diet planning, attention and executive function support, school readiness, and parent coaching. The focus is on building regulation from the inside rather than only managing behaviour.

Yes. Handwriting support is part of DARC's OT programme — covering pencil grip, fine motor strength, pre-writing skills, letter formation, and seated posture. The underlying sensory and motor causes are addressed, not just the handwriting itself.

DARC's primary services are delivered at the Ashok Nagar and Pallikaranai clinic branches. Parent coaching, online guidance, and home strategy support are available. For families unable to travel, online sessions are an option.

DARC does not directly bill insurance. Families receive receipts that may be submitted to their insurer depending on the policy. Please check with your insurance provider on OT and Speech Therapy coverage terms.

Waiting times vary by branch and therapist availability. Families are encouraged to book early. Starting with the Child Development Check helps the team prepare before the consultation slot is confirmed.