Dr. Rajiv Nandy is a distinguished figure in the field of Child and Adolescent Psychology in our country, having contributed significantly through his 22 years of experience as a Clinician-Diagnostician at renowned medical institutions such as AIIMS, Lady Hardinge Medical College, and Jaipur Golden Hospital. With a background in Occupational Therapy from India's prestigious SCB Medical College and National Institute for Rehabilitation Training and Research Cuttack, he delved into the root causes of childhood learning disorders such as Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, Autism Spectrum Disorders, and ADHD by studying the functioning of the Brain and Mind, drawing on the concepts of Occupational Therapy and Psychology. Dr. Nandy is an expert who specializes in evaluating differential diagnoses of childhood learning disorders with great accuracy, thanks to his extensive experience and expertise. He developed an eclectic approach for managing these conditions, which is followed by his students worldwide. Additionally, he developed a groundbreaking Adolescent Behavior Training program to tackle current issues such as extreme aggression, drug abuse, materialistic one-upmanship, poor role models, and corruption, drawing on his research on Positive Psychology from the University of North Carolina, USA, and character building. As a teacher, Dr. Nandy has conducted over 200 workshops and lectures at schools, institutes, and medical colleges, training more than 1500 students, teachers, and therapists to pursue learning disability as a career option. He initiated courses in learning disability and other developmental conditions such as ADLD (Advanced Diploma in Learning Disability), ADPT (Advanced Diploma in Psychotherapy), and ADSI (Advanced Diploma in Sensory Integration). Dr. Nandy is also the Founder and Chairman of Shristi, a leading mental health institute recognized by the Indian Trust Act, the Government of Delhi's PWD Act, the National Trust, and the Rehabilitation Council of India. Shristi provides special schooling and vocational training to mentally challenged children and conducts CRE sponsored by RCI. The institute runs several schemes/projects of the National Trust, such as Niramya (a health insurance policy for persons with disabilities), Disha (an early intervention and school readiness scheme), adhte kadam (awareness and community interaction), and Sahayogi (a caregivers program). Finally, Dr. Nandy is the Founder and Director of Sensorium Multidisciplinary Clinics, which support Sensorium resource rooms at regular public schools. The clinics aim to provide accurate diagnosis and incorporate the best therapeutic practices (Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Psychotherapy, Special Education) in the field of Child and Adolescent Learning Disorders.
Education
- PhD - Psychology
- MA - Psychology
Work & Experience
- 22 Years Experience Overall (21 years as specialist)
Awards
- Best Delegate
- 41st Annual National Conference of Psychologist Assosciation - 2003
Membership
- All India Occupational Therapists Association (AIOTA) Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI)
