Ummeed Child Development Center
Prachi Mehta is a skilled therapist with extensive experience in mental health services, currently working at Ummeed Child Development Center since May 2020. Prachi co-founded Listen Works in March 2020 to provide accessible mental health services during the COVID-19 pandemic. Previous roles include serving as a Clinical Psychologist at Aarambh in AAJI CARE HOME HEALTH SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED, where duties involved counseling staff and caregivers of the elderly, and as an Elder Care Professional with Tanvi Mallya's ElderCare Services, focusing on dementia care at clients' homes. Early career experiences include internships and assistant roles at various medical institutions, providing psychological assessments and conducting therapy sessions. Prachi holds a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from R. D. National College and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Kishinchand Chellaram College, along with a commitment to volunteering in community service initiatives.
Ummeed Child Development Center
Ummeed is one of India’s premier non-profit organizations providing family-centered care to children with developmental disabilities and their families. We believe that all children with developmental disabilities can be included in society and reach their maximum potential. As an organization with a workforce of over 100 committed professionals, Ummeed’s transdisciplinary approach works towards: • Supporting children in overcoming their disabilities through direct clinical services and helping families in their journey towards acceptance and empowerment • Building a network of trained professionals and community workers who can prevent, diagnose, and manage developmental disabilities effectively • Promote evidence based practices through research and give a platform for the voice of parents and influence policy through advocacy