Autism Care Team in Miraj – Meet Our 12 Trusted Experts

“We are committed to providing professional care and support tailored to the individual needs of every patient.”

Our Autism Care Team in Miraj provides professional, compassionate and child-focused support for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), learning disabilities and developmental needs. At Nirmal Autism & Learning Disability Education Centre, our multidisciplinary team includes psychologists, therapists, special educators and trained caregivers who work together to support each child’s individual developmental and learning needs.

Dr. Chandrashekhar Halingale

Founder & Director

Dr. Chandrashekhar Halingale

Founder & Director

M.B.B.S., D.P.M., F.I.P.S (Mumbai) FOUNDER & DIRECTOR 1. Nirmal Institute of Medical Health and Sciences (NIHMS) 2. Nirmal Psychiatry, De-addiction & Rehab Center 3. Nirmal Hospital De-addiction & Rehab Center 4. Nirmal Neuropsychiatry Center 5. Nirmal Foundation 6. Dr. Halingale Foundation 7. Nirmal Autism And Learning Disability Education Center, Miraj 8. Nirmal Elderly Home & Dementia Care Centre AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS 1. State-Level Rashtrapita Mahatma Gandhi De-Addiction Service Award – 2014 2. Bahinabai Chaudhari Samaj Bhushan Award 3. Aadhar Maharashtra Bhushan Award 4. Sakal Icon Award 5. Lions Club, Jat – Seva Shri Award 6. Akuj Charitable Trust – De-Addiction Seva Shri Award 7. Lions Club, Jat – Seva Shri Award

Dr. Nisha Halingale

Co-Founder

Dr. Nisha Halingale

Co-Founder

Dr. Madhuri Vangpati

Principal & ABA Therapist

Dr. Madhuri Vangpati

Principal & ABA Therapist

Dr. Madhuri Vangpati is the Principal and ABA Therapist at Nirmal Autism and Learning Disability Education Center. She is highly experienced in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy and is dedicated to the development and holistic well-being of children with Autism, ADHD, Learning Disabilities and other developmental challenges. With her scientific approach, compassion and continuous guidance to parents, she helps bring positive and lasting changes in children's lives and empowers families on their journey.

Nikhil Khandekar

Sub incharge Psychologist & therapist

Nikhil Khandekar

Sub incharge Psychologist & therapist

Sub-Incharge – Autism Department | Psychologist & Therapist Qualification: M.A. in Psychology Dedicated to supporting children’s emotional, behavioural, and developmental growth through structured psychological and therapeutic interventions. Works closely with children, families, and the multidisciplinary team at Nirmal Autism & Learning Disability Education Centre, Miraj.

Priti Shinde

Special Educator

Priti Shinde

Special Educator

Special Educator | M.A., B.Ed. A dedicated Special Educator at Nirmal Autism & Learning Disability Education Centre, Miraj, providing individualized educational support to children with autism, learning disabilities, and developmental needs. Focused on improving learning, academic skills, and overall development.

Girish Waghmare

Therapist

Girish Waghmare

Therapist

Autism Therapist | B.A. A dedicated Autism Therapist at Nirmal Autism & Learning Disability Education Centre, Miraj, supporting children with autism through structured therapeutic activities focused on communication, behaviour, social interaction, and developmental skills.

Pramodini Dabade

Care Giver

Pramodini Dabade

Care Giver

Caregiver | M.A. A dedicated Caregiver at Nirmal Autism & Learning Disability Education Centre, Miraj, providing compassionate support to children with autism and developmental needs while assisting with daily activities, learning routines, social engagement, and overall well-being.

Swapnali Kamlekar

Care giver

Swapnali Kamlekar

Care giver

Autism Caregiver | M.A., GDA Nursing As an Autism Caregiver at Nirmal Autism & Learning Disability Education Centre, Miraj, Swapnali contributes to creating a safe, supportive, and child-friendly environment. She assists children in building independence, self-care abilities, routine participation, and adaptive skills through consistent day-to-day support.

Prajakta Jagdale.

Care giver

Prajakta Jagdale.

Care giver

Autism Caregiver | B.A. A compassionate Autism Caregiver at Nirmal Autism & Learning Disability Education Centre, Miraj, supporting children in their daily routines, social participation, communication, and independent living skills while helping maintain a positive and nurturing environment.

Archana Kamble

Care Giver

Archana Kamble

Care Giver

Caregiver – Autism Centre As part of the team at Nirmal Autism & Learning Disability Education Centre, Miraj, Archana supports children in developing confidence, independence, and participation in everyday activities, while providing patient and child-focused assistance throughout their daily learning and developmental journey.

Madhuri Kamble

Care Giver

Madhuri Kamble

Care Giver

Caregiver – Autism Centre Madhuri provides child-centred care and consistent day-to-day support, encouraging children to participate in structured routines and developmental activities. As a Caregiver at Nirmal Autism & Learning Disability Education Centre, Miraj, she helps create a comfortable and supportive environment for every child.

Sneha Shinde

Care Giver

Sneha Shinde

Care Giver

Autism Caregiver Sneha contributes to a positive and engaging care experience for children with autism, encouraging active participation, comfort, and consistency in everyday activities. At Nirmal Autism & Learning Disability Education Centre, Miraj, she works alongside the care team to support each child’s individual needs and developmental progress..

Our Experienced Team

“We are committed to providing professional care and support tailored to the individual needs of every patient.”