20+ years of experience
Specialised work in autism, occupational therapy, child psychology, sensory integration and child development.
About me
Founder, Director, and Chief Consultant.
Delivering compassionate leadership, clinical excellence and autism-education partnerships across India and the UAE.
Dr. Jameson Samuel leads Jewel Autism and Child Development Centre with deep expertise in autism spectrum disorders, child psychology, occupational therapy and sensory integration.
Professional identity
Dr. Jameson Samuel
Dr. Jameson Samuel is an Occupational Therapist with MOT Paediatrics, a Child Psychologist, and Sensory Integration Certified professional from the University of Southern California, USA.
He was part of various international projects with WHO from 2001. He also worked as a tsunami rehabilitation coordinator with a large team of professionals and rehabilitated 100 families.
He voluntarily left that role to focus his efforts on the future of children with autism and to nurture Jewel Autism and Child Development Centre. His career includes research experience in child development, international publications, presentations and advisory work.
Experience
Clinical leadership across child development.
He works as a consultant and advisor for organisations in Europe and Asia in the field of autism, and serves as a resource person for child development and educational centres in India.
11000+ families supported
Guidance through structured therapy, parent support, school readiness and developmental intervention.
100 families rehabilitated
Worked as a tsunami rehabilitation coordinator with a multidisciplinary professional team.
International advisory work
Consultant and advisor for organisations in Europe and Asia in the autism field.
Social outreach
Awareness, school support and early intervention.
As Director of one of India's trusted centres for child development needs, Dr. Jameson Samuel is involved in social outreach programs that spread awareness on autism spectrum disorder and developmental disorders.
Teach and Train is one of his recognised social projects, focused on helping normal school teachers across Kerala understand how to support and handle the behaviour of autistic children in mainstream school environments.
Awareness classes are organised for teachers, parents and college students to identify and treat child developmental disorders at the earliest. As part of this work, seven government schools were adopted for assessments and interventions by professionals at Jewel Autism and Child Development Centre.
Recognition
Featured in leading media.
Recognising his expertise and dedication in autism treatment, Dr. Jameson Samuel was awarded the Autism Superhero Award from Sunderji's Global Academia.
Major media
The Times of India, Indian Express, Malayala Manorama, Asianet News, Mathrubhumi, Deepika, Kerala Kaumudy, Mangalam, Madhyamam, Kairali and Reporter Live.
Research and education
Research, publications, presentations, resource-person work and awareness programs focused on autism and developmental disorders.
Child development advocacy
Practical public programs that help families, educators and communities respond earlier and better to developmental needs.
About the practice
Frequently Asked Questions.
Short answers about Dr. Jameson Samuel's background, his clinical work and his role in supporting families, schools and child development teams.
What does Dr. Jameson Samuel specialise in?
His main areas include autism, occupational therapy, child psychology, sensory integration and child development planning for families.
What is his role at Jewel Autism and Child Development Centre?
He is the Founder, Director and Chief Consultant. He guides clinical programs, therapy planning, awareness activities and child development support across Jewel centres.
Does he work with schools and communities?
Yes. His outreach includes teacher training, parent awareness, college sessions and school-based support to help identify developmental concerns earlier.
How much experience does he have?
He has more than 20 years of experience and has supported thousands of families through autism guidance, therapy planning, school readiness and developmental intervention.