Ragu is a proud Meath man, originally from India. Ragu is one of the directors and clinical lead Physiotherapist of SPOT therapy services. He graduated from India with a Bachelors Degree in Physiotherapy and further pursued a Diploma in Developmental therapy with first-class honors in 2002 and completed a Masters in Neuro/Paediatrics in SRM College of Physiotherapy India in 2014. His master's study on "Effects of Early Neonatal Massage and Therapeutic positioning in high-risk infants on neurobehavioral and neurodevelopmental outcome" went on to be published in a medical journal.

Ragu has worked in many different clinical fields including orthopedics, neurology, and pediatrics. He has gained immense experience treating various age groups. He has gained over 20 years of clinical hands-on experience in Pediatrics and neuro-disability working in Ireland and in India. He is passionate about working with both children and adults with a wide range of disabilities to reach their fullest potential.

He has also completed specialized training which includes 8 weeks of intense contemporary NDT/Bobath training for Cerebral Palsy and other neuro-disabilities with NDTA, USA, certified in Sensory Integration with USC, USA, and a qualified baby massage instructor. Ragu also has completed advanced training in hand/foot splinting and casting and is registered with HPRA.

Ragu has been living in Ireland since 2007, working as a Senior Physiotherapist with extensive experience assessing & treating children with a variety of neurological disorders including CP, Down syndrome, Spina bifida, ASD, DCD, Developmental delay, and Sensory Processing disorders. He has experience working in Musculoskeletal and other neurological disorders e.g. Stroke, MS, Parkinson's, etc. He has a great ability to assess posture, biomechanical misalignment, movement patterns, etc., and practices evidence-based therapy through an intense hands-on approach with appropriate follow-up in bringing functional outcomes and meeting needs.

On 2016, having gained experience in medico-legal report writing on request for individuals with Cerebral Palsy & and other related conditions.

Ragu is a CORU registered Physiotherapist and a member of the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists (ISCP); Health Profession council (HPC), Neurodevelopmental Therapy Association of America(NDTA), Sensory Integration Network UK and Ireland. He is also a member of the Certificate Infant Massage Instructor group and special interest group with the Irish Association of Paediatric - Neurology Physiotherapists (CPP).

Elayaraja Sigamani alias Raj began his journey as an Occupational Therapist soon after his graduation.

Raj had obtained his Bachelor’s degree in Occupational therapy from the Dr. MGR Medical university which is WFOT recognised, Chennai, India in 2000 followed by his Master’s degree in Psychology from Madras University in 2003.

He went for the degree in Psychology, to learn more about the relationship between the body and brain.

He began his career working with multiple pediatric populations including children and adults with neurodevelopmental disorders, sensory processing difficulties, muscular dystrophy, and other peripheral neuropathy conditions.

Raj then moved to Muscat, Oman in 2006, to explore his OT practice in a new healthcare setting. During this time, he gained experience in a range of practice areas in a tertiary care hospital in Ministry of Health including adult neurology, orthopaedics, aged care, complex injury management, acute care, burns, vocational rehabilitation, splinting fabrication, and post operational OT service. During this time, Raj was able to develop models of practice that supported the implementation of Occupational Therapist in the emergency setting to promote holistic health outcomes.

Raj started his career in Ireland in 2007, to enhance his cultural adaptivity through practicing in a new environment. He has immense interest in exploring in the field of OT and is active in implementing evidence-based practice into his treatment approaches.

He is active in furthering his skill set via continuing education training and the obtaining of specialized certifications and made paper presentations whenever possible. During his tenure in Ireland, he worked with children, young adults and elderly in various settings including regular schools, special schools, day services, residential services, respite services, and in Nursing homes as well.

He is well versed with various pediatric and elderly assessments, produce reports and appropriate recommendations. His skills and experience have enabled him to optimize the way in which an Occupational Therapist functions within the context of the health and social care setting.

Elayaraja is registered with CORU ( Ireland’s Health and Social Care Professionals Regulator), member of World Federation of occupational Therapist (WFOT), member of Association of Occupational Therapist in Ireland ( AOTI) , Life member of Association of Occupational Therapist in India (AIOTA)

I Anthony Farrelly is a seasoned seating and mobility specialist with decade of experience in the field.

Throughout the past ten years, I have been an integral part of Ireland’s largest and leading seating and mobility company. Their expertise spans across powered mobility, manual mobility and specialized seating for both adults and paediatrics.

With a wealth of Knowledge and dedication to improving the quality of life for individuals with mobility challenges, I continues to make significant contributions to the field.

Anthony Farrelly from HC21 is a seasoned seating and mobility specialist with decade of experience in the field. Throughout the past ten years, he has been an integral part of Ireland’s largest and leading seating and mobility company.

Their expertise spans across powered mobility, manual mobility and specialized seating for both adults and paediatrics. With a wealth of Knowledge and dedication to improving the quality of life for individuals with mobility challenges, He continues to make significant contributions to the field.

Anthony is now a support team member associate with SPOT therapy clinic . Now clients anywhere in Ireland can contact SPOT clinic if ye child equipment ( seating or standing ) require emergency review only when ye cant access service locally .

This is a private service via SPOT therapist and shouldn't conflict local service . Booking is essential for this unique service and for details contact SPOT therapy team at info@spottherapyservice.ie

Ms. Chitra Thadathil, MSc (Speech and Hearing), is a speech-language pathologist and the Founder and Director of Dimensions Centre for Child Development (DCCD) in Bangalore, India .. She completed her Masters’ degree in Speech and Hearing in 2003 and since then has extensively worked with children with Autism and other Developmental Delays.

She is a renowned expert in speech and language therapy for Childhood Language Disorders and Sensory Motor Interventions for Pediatric Feeding and Speech Clarity.

She is currently offering international clients specialised online assessment and intervention.

Ms. Chitra Thadathil is the course creator of the – Comprehensive Sensory Motor Intervention (COSMI) for Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing, a certificate program for Speech Pathologists and Occupational Therapists.

International Certifications

• Sensory Integration (Neuroscience and Intervention from University of Southern California, USC).

• Sensory Integration Neuroscience from Sheffield Hallam University, UK.

• SOS Approach to feeding (Star Institute, University of California).

• Beckman Oral Motor Assessment and Intervention

• Sensory Motor Approach to Feeding Therapy (Talk Tools)

• PROMPT Bridging (Advanced, PROMPT Institute)

• DIR Floortime

• Oral Placement Therapy (Talk Tools)

• Dynamic Temporal Tactile Cueing (DTTC) for Childhood Apraxia

Specific Interventions via online :

• Comprehensive Sensory Motor Intervention (COSMI) for Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing

• Sensory Integration Based Speech and Language Interventions

• Literacy-Based Language Interventions

Chitra is a certified speech and language therapist in India and internationally .

If you are looking for specialised specific speech and language therapy input online - SPOT thearpy service offer below online services on Wed or Saturdays through prior bookings.

Senior Clinical Psychologist

Wynand Gesber is the Clinical Director of Gerber Psychology Services (GPS) and is a Chartered Psychologist of the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) as well as a Chartered Psychologist of the British Psychological Society (BPS). In addition, Wynand is a member of the Division of Clinical Psychology with both the PSI and BPS. He is also registered as a Clinical Psychologist (independent practice) with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).

Wynand Gesber holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of the Western Cape, South Africa, as well as a Master’s degree in Clinical Pastoral Care from the University of Stellenbosch, South Africa. He has developed a keen interest over the last 10 years in working with children who present with developmental conditions such as the autisms, and other social communication disorders. Wynand have received both National and International specialist training in the Diagnostic Interview for Social and Communication Disorders (DISCO); the Autism Diagnostic Interview – Revised (ADI-R); the Developmental, Dimensional and Diagnostic Interview (3di), and the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule – 2nd Edition (ADOS-2). Additionally, he has attended a variety of national and international conferences and additional trainings in child development.

SPOT therapy is glad to link wih Waynand , Clinical Psychologist for assessment referrals and post diagnostic therapy services . GPS is a part-time private Psychology practice and the current aim of this practice is twofold:

• Provide comprehensive diagnostic autism assessments.

• Provide post-diagnostic therapy services for children and families.

The autism assessment includes a parenting interview (ADI-R/DISCO/3-di) and the ADOS-2 assessment/play-based session, a short autism report, including recommendations, and parental feedback.

Should you be interested in an Autisim or cognitive assessment for your child, please feel free to contact SPOT therapy services to advise your child the right Psychology input.

Consultant Peadiatrican

General Paediatrician with special interest in children disabilities, Involved in team diagnosis of Autism, ADHD, Developmental Coordination Disorder / Dyspraxia & Development Assessment.