The Stellar Don Bosco Academy

Prafulta Counselling Centre, Nerul

Who We Are

Prafulta Counselling Centre is a multidisciplinary mental health, educational, and developmental support center dedicated to enhancing the well-being and potential of individuals across the lifespan. Our team comprises experienced psychologists, counselors, remedial educators, speech therapists, and occupational therapists who work collaboratively to provide comprehensive and evidence-based services.

We believe that every individual possesses unique strengths and capabilities. Through a compassionate, client-centered, and holistic approach, we strive to create a safe and supportive environment where children, adolescents, adults, and families can overcome challenges, build resilience, and achieve meaningful growth.

Our Vision

At Prafulta, our vision is to foster a society where mental health, emotional well-being, learning diversity, and inclusion are valued and supported. We aspire to empower individuals to lead fulfilling lives by providing accessible, ethical, and high-quality psychological, educational, and therapeutic services. We are committed to promoting awareness, acceptance, and opportunities for people of all abilities, enabling them to participate confidently and meaningfully in their communities.

Our Services

1. Counselling Services

Our counseling services provide professional support to individuals, couples, children, adolescents, and families facing emotional, behavioral, and life challenges. We offer a confidential and non-judgmental space to explore concerns, develop coping strategies, and promote emotional well-being.

Areas of support include:

• Anxiety and Stress Management
• Depression and Mood Concerns
• Relationship and Interpersonal Difficulties
• Marriage and Couple Counseling
• Parental Guidance and Parenting Support
• Trauma-Informed Counseling
• Addiction and Substance Use Concerns
• Emotional and Behavioral Challenges
• Self-Esteem and Personal Growth
• Grief, Loss, and Life Transitions

2. Remedial Education

Our remedial education services are designed for children who experience learning difficulties and require individualized academic support. Through structured interventions, we help students develop foundational skills, improve academic performance, and build confidence in their learning abilities.

Support areas include:

• Reading and Writing Skills
• Mathematics Intervention
• Learning Disabilities
• Academic Skill Development
• Study Skills and Organization

• Individualized Educational Planning

   

3. Speech Therapy

Our speech therapy services support children and individuals experiencing challenges in communication, language development, speech clarity, social communication, and related areas.

Services include:

• Speech and Language Assessment
• Language Development
• Articulation and Pronunciation Support
• Communication Skills Enhancement
• Social Communication Training
• Parent Guidance and Home Programs

4. Occupational Therapy

Occupational therapy helps individuals develop the skills needed to participate effectively in daily activities, school, work, and social environments. Our interventions focus on promoting independence, functional skills, and overall development.

Areas of intervention include:

• Sensory Processing Difficulties
• Fine and Gross Motor Skills
• Handwriting Skills
• Attention and Self-Regulation
• Activities of Daily Living
• School Readiness Skills
• Functional Independence

5. Psychological Assessments

We conduct comprehensive psychological assessments to better understand an individual's cognitive, emotional, behavioral, educational, and developmental functioning. Assessments assist in diagnosis, intervention planning, educational accommodations, and personal growth.

Assessment services include:

• Intelligence and Cognitive Assessments
• Learning Disability Evaluations
• Academic Assessments
• Developmental Assessments
• Behavioral and Emotional Assessments
• Personality Assessments
• Career and Vocational Assessments

6. Career Guidance and Aptitude Testing

Choosing the right educational and career path can be challenging. Our career guidance services help students and young adults understand their strengths, interests, personality traits, and aptitudes to make informed academic and career decisions.

Services include:

• Aptitude Testing
• Interest Assessments
• Career Counseling
• Stream Selection Guidance
• Educational Planning
• Career Exploration and Decision-Making Support

7. Workshops and Training Programs

We conduct workshops, awareness programs, and training sessions for schools, colleges, organizations, parents, teachers, and community groups.

Topics include:

• Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)
• Mental Health Awareness
• Stress Management
• Life Skills Development
• Parenting Skills
• Inclusive Education
• Learning Difficulties and Neurodiversity
• Teacher Training and Capacity Building
• Workplace Mental Health and Well-being

We currently conduct Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) programs in schools, helping students develop self-awareness, emotional regulation, empathy, communication skills, and resilience.

8. IKSHANA – Pre-Vocational Centre for Children and Young Adults with Special Needs

IKSHANA is a specialized pre-vocational program designed to empower children and young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The program focuses on developing practical life skills, vocational readiness, social skills, and independence.

Our goal is to help each individual discover their strengths, enhance their capabilities, and participate meaningfully in society with dignity and confidence.

Areas of focus include:

• Functional Academics
• Daily Living Skills
• Social Skills Development
• Vocational Skill Training
• Community Participation
• Independence and Self-Advocacy

9. Internship Program

Prafulta offers structured internship opportunities for students and aspiring professionals in psychology, counseling, special education, and related fields.

The internship program provides:

• Practical Exposure
• Clinical Observation
• Case Discussions
• Skill Development
• Professional Mentorship
• Experience in Multidisciplinary Team Settings

Our aim is to nurture ethical, competent, and compassionate future professionals committed to promoting mental health and well-being.

At Prafulta, we are committed to helping individuals and families thrive through compassionate care, professional expertise, and a belief in every person's potential for growth and well-being.