Who We Are
A clinical team that keeps goals clear and progress measurable
AIS is a multidisciplinary practice providing compassionate, evidence-based support to Learners with autism and related developmental, behavioral, learning, and mental health needs. Our approach is structured and individualized, starting with a clear understanding of your Learner’s profile and your family’s priorities.
We focus on practical outcomes, including communication, independence, learning readiness, emotional regulation, and safer behavior support. Programs are adjusted based on performance trends and ongoing clinical review.
Clinical Leadership
Bahij Khouzami, M.Ed., BCBA, IBA, CDA Licensed
Rujusmita Selvan, CDA-Licensed Psychologist, Neuropsychology
Rujusmita Selvan, CDA-Licensed Psychologist, Neuropsychology
Bahij Khouzami is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and CDA-licensed clinician in Dubai, providing clinical leadership at Autism Intervention Specialists (AIS). He holds a Master of Education (MEd) in Behavior Analysis from Cambridge College (Boston, MA). Treatment is individualized and measurable, with ongoing supervision and data review across home, center, and school-based services.
What families can expect:
- Clear goals with defined mastery criteria and consistent data collection
- Function-based behavior support that teaches replacement skills
- Caregiver coaching and generalization planning across daily routines
Services are delivered by trained therapists under BCBA supervision, with psychology services provided by qualified clinicians when indicated.
Rujusmita Selvan, CDA-Licensed Psychologist, Neuropsychology
Rujusmita Selvan, CDA-Licensed Psychologist, Neuropsychology
Rujusmita Selvan, CDA-Licensed Psychologist, Neuropsychology
Rujusmita provides psychological assessment and diagnostic services for Learners ages 3 to 17, with a focus on ASD and developmental evaluations. She uses standardized tools such as ADOS-2, WISC-V, Vineland-3, DP-4, WRAT-5, and CARS, and delivers clear feedback with practical recommendations for families.
What families can expect:
- Comprehensive assessment with clear reporting and next-step guidance
- Strength-focused support and skill building based on assessment outcomes
- Parent coaching and coordinated care with the BCBA-led ABA team when indicated
Trained internationally and experienced in hospital and clinic settings, Rujusmita brings evidence-based practice with locally grounded care.
ABA Therapy (BCBA-Supervised)
Psychology Services and Diagnostic Assessment
Psychology Services and Diagnostic Assessment
Individualized, skill-based intervention focused on functional progress at home, school, and in the community:
- Assessment-led goal selection and program design
- Functional communication and independence skills
- Function-based behavior support and replacement skills
- Teaching procedures tailored to the Learner (NET, DTT, prompting and fading, task analysis)
- Parent and caregiver coaching for carryover
Psychology Services and Diagnostic Assessment
Psychology Services and Diagnostic Assessment
Psychology Services and Diagnostic Assessment
Clear answers, formal assessment, and evidence-informed support to guide next steps:
- Autism diagnostic assessment and diagnostic reporting
- ADHD assessment and support planning
- Therapy and support for anxiety and depression
- Learning and academic concerns, including dyslexia, when clinically indicated
- Parent guidance sessions and collaborative care planning
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