Every child has a story. We help them find the words to tell it.
A therapy and learning space in Nairobi built around one belief: with the right support, every child can grow, communicate, and thrive at their own pace.
Rooted in patience. Guided by evidence.
Heartstrings Autism Academy is a Nairobi-based centre supporting children on the autism spectrum through individualized Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). We work with each child as an individual first — building programs around their strengths, their pace, and the goals that matter most to their family.
Our team believes that meaningful progress happens in a space that feels safe, warm, and consistent. That’s why every session — whether it’s a first assessment or a returning family’s weekly routine — is built on the same foundation of patience, structure, and genuine connection.
Editable: add your founding story, year established, and founder/clinical lead bio here.Three disciplines, one coordinated plan
Sensory & motor
Occupational Therapy
Building fine motor skills, sensory regulation, and the daily-living abilities that help a child move through their world with more independence and confidence.
Communication
Speech & Language Therapy
Supporting communication in whichever form it takes — spoken language, gestalt language development, AAC, or early social communication skills.
Behavior & skills
Applied Behavior Analysis
Structured, evidence-based programs that build skills step by step, using positive reinforcement to encourage learning, communication, and behaviors that support daily life.
Consistent care, built around your child
Individualized programs
Every plan starts with an assessment, not a template — so therapy targets what your child actually needs next.
Trained, hands-on therapists
Our team works across OT, speech, and ABA, coordinating with each other so progress in one area supports the others.
Family-centered practice
Parents and caregivers are part of the plan from day one, with guidance you can carry home between sessions.
A calm, welcoming space
Our Valley Arcade centre is designed to feel safe and predictable, so children can focus on learning, not adjusting.
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Kunde Road, Valley Arcade, Nairobi, Kenya
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Tell us a little about your child and our team will get back to you to schedule an initial consultation.