Dr. Smridhi Grover
Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) • Pediatric Occupational Therapist & Sensory Integration Specialist
With over 15 years of dedicated clinical practice in pediatric habilitation, Dr. Smridhi Grover champions a child-centered, neurodevelopmental approach that turns therapeutic milestones into joyful, lasting accomplishments.
Dr. Smridhi Grover (MOT)
Clinical Director, Pediatric Occupational Therapy
Capybara Care • Sector 48, Gurgaon
Clinical Credentials & Experience
Rigorous professional qualifications paired with extensive pediatric clinical experience.
Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT)
Postgraduate specialization in pediatric habilitation and motor development.
15+ Years Dedicated Clinical Experience
Extensive hands-on practice supporting neurodiverse children and families across Delhi-NCR.
Sensory Integration (SI) Certified
Advanced postgraduate training in vestibular, proprioceptive, and tactile sensory modulation.
Founder & Clinical Director
Leading the multidisciplinary clinical team and evaluation protocols at Capybara Care Gurgaon.
“Therapy Should Empower, Not Overwhelm”
Dr. Smridhi believes that a child's natural motivation is their most powerful developmental engine. When therapy relies on repetitive drill work, children often feel anxious or resistant.
Instead, her clinical model blends neurobiology with purposeful play. In Capybara Care's Big OT Gym, swings, climbing grids, and sensory textures are meticulously calibrated to present what occupational therapists call the 'just-right challenge'—an activity that demands neurological adaptation while remaining deeply joyful and achievable.
The Parent-Therapist Partnership
“A therapist works with a child for a few hours a week; parents are there every day. My mission is to demystify sensory and motor development for parents, equipping them with concrete, compassionate strategies they can use at home.”
— Dr. Smridhi Grover (MOT)
Multidisciplinary Synergy at Capybara Care
Dr. Smridhi leads an integrated team of Speech-Language Pathologists, Special Educators, and ABA Interventionists under one roof, ensuring unified developmental goals for every child.
Areas of Clinical Specialization
Dr. Smridhi directs assessment and therapy across the core domains of pediatric development:
Sensory Modulation & Regulation
Designing tailored sensory diets and sensory gym protocols for children with sensory avoidance, sensory seeking, or severe sensory overload.
Fine Motor Precision & Dysgraphia
Remediating pencil grasp, hand fatigue, scissor control, and bilateral coordination through evidence-based Handwriting Without Tears (HWT) principles.
Motor Planning & Praxis (Dyspraxia)
Guiding children through unfamiliar physical motor sequences to build body awareness, balance, and playground confidence.
Autism & ADHD Therapeutic Support
Strengthening joint attention, emotional self-regulation, task completion, and behavioral transitions in calm, supportive environments.
Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
Fostering child autonomy in essential life routines: buttoning, shoe-tying, spoon-feeding, dressing, and toilet training.
Executive Function Coaching
Scaffolding working memory, impulse control, task initiation, and daily routine planning for school-age children.
The Initial Clinical Evaluation Process
A transparent, supportive, 60-minute developmental session conducted directly with Dr. Smridhi Grover.
Comprehensive Clinical Interview
A detailed 20–30 minute discussion with parents to understand the child's developmental history, daily routines, sensory triggers, and family priorities.
Standardized Motor & Sensory Assessment
Clinical observation using standardized pediatric assessment tools to evaluate muscle tone, core posture, fine motor dexterity, and sensory processing patterns.
Functional Play Observation
Observing the child interact with swings, climbing apparatus, and fine-motor challenges in our Big OT Gym to evaluate real-time motor planning and emotional regulation.
Personalized Roadmap & Goal Setting
Co-creating a 30-day and 90-day intervention blueprint with clear, measurable functional milestones and home carry-over strategies.
Words From Families Supported by Dr. Smridhi
Authentic feedback from parents who have partnered with Dr. Smridhi and the Capybara Care team.
“Capybara has helped my son in so many ways. What I really appreciate is Dr. Smridhi as well as her whole team puts in effort to make sure the kid becomes independent as soon as possible. There is timely review and exchange of ideas on both sides. Highly recommended for ASD kids.”
Shipra Tanwer
Parent of child enrolled in ASD & Individualized OT Program
“We are so grateful for Dr. Smridhi's support in helping my daughter Radhika. For the last three months, she has improved immensely in confidence and skills. Ms. Smridhi’s dedication and energy have been a true game-changer.”
Deepa Libra
Parent of child in School Readiness & OT
“From the very first session, Dr. Smridhi demonstrated deep expertise and a compassionate understanding of individual needs. Her approach was both thoughtful and practical, helping us feel supported throughout the process. It is rare to find someone so dedicated and insightful.”
Veronica Kahungura
Parent consultation and clinical evaluation
“Dr. Smridhi is a very humble person. She goes down even to the minute details of the problem concerned. I visited her for attention span concern which she handled with child-specific activity sessions. She is an amazing therapist; the best part is she is always accessible for parents.”
Manvi Girdhar
Parent of child receiving attention span support
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Schedule an Evaluation with Dr. Smridhi Grover
Take the first step toward understanding your child's developmental needs. Visit Capybara Care in Sector 48, Gurgaon (Gurugram) on Sohna Road Highway.