Togetherness has confirmed a new licensed centre in India, marking a significant milestone in expanding its evidence-based training. Thanks to a new partnership with Stepping Stones Paediatric Therapy Services, led by Mahek Uttamchandani, Consultant Occupational Therapist, practitioners across India can now access the renowned Togetherness 2 Day Foundation training.
The establishment of this licensed centre in Mumbai enables professionals to gain further knowledge and skills in supporting emotional health and wellbeing. The training, which focuses on relationships and fostering connected, sensitive, and responsive interactions, equips practitioners with an effective framework to support families and improve emotional wellbeing for children and their caregivers.
In addition to practitioner training, Mahek Uttamchandani will also be delivering parent groups at Stepping Stones. These sessions will focus on understanding child development, interpreting behaviour, and enhancing emotional health and wellbeing for both parents and children.
Mahek Uttamchandani brings a wealth of expertise to this initiative. A highly qualified Consultant Occupational Therapist, she is the Director of Therapy Services at Stepping Stones Paediatric Therapy Services in Mumbai. She holds a gold medal from Maharashtra University of Health Sciences and has pursued extensive postgraduate training in paediatric occupational therapy, specialising in the treatment of children with neurological and developmental conditions. Mahek is also trained in infant development, neurobehavioral assessment, and therapeutic interventions, making her a key advocate for early intervention and responsive relationships in child development.
Mahek Uttamchandani, Consultant Occupational Therapist and Director of Therapy Services at Stepping Stones Paediatric Therapy Services, Mumbai, said:
“Bringing Togetherness to India is a significant step forward in supporting families and professionals with evidence-based strategies to enhance emotional wellbeing. At Stepping Stones, we are committed to fostering responsive relationships that empower children and their caregivers to thrive. We’re excited to develop practice and knowledge across the country in partnership with Togetherness.”
Dr Hazel Douglas MBE, Clinical Psychologist and Child Psychotherapist, Togetherness Founder said:
“We are delighted to welcome Stepping Stones as our first licensed centre in India. This partnership will help practitioners and families across the country benefit from strengthening early intervention and promoting mental health and wellbeing through relationship-based practice.”
For more information on training opportunities and parent support groups, visit Stepping Stones Paediatric Therapy Services in Mumbai.
Togetherness Team