Who we are?
Discover who we are and why we exist?
Elastic Brain Academy is a specialised early intervention academy and family consultancy supporting young children on the autism spectrum, or with other developmental delays, during the most critical years of brain development.
We work with families who want to act early often before a formal diagnosis and who are seeking clear, evidence-based guidance rather than delay, confusion, or fear.
Our focus is on helping parents understand
what to do, why immediate, early action always makes the difference, and how to apply it confidently in everyday life.
Family Empowerment Beyound Therapy
Real change happens through Consistency, practicing therapy strategies in daily life, not just the therapy room. We equip parents and caregivers with practical knowledge, guidance, and tools to support their child's growth every day, not just once a week.
A Plan that Fits Your Life
Every family`s resources look different: some have grandparents nearby, some are far from family, some need extra hands. We design your child's support plan around your actual life, not a one-size-fits-all model, so you can focus on what actually helps your child.
Clarity From Day One
No more guessing what comes next. From your very first conversation with us, you'll know exactly what to expect and where your child's journey is headed.
Real-Life Development
We help children develop skills where they matter most at home, in the community, and during everyday experiences.
At Elastic Brain Academy, we believe early action can change life trajectories. The developing brain is elastic, responsive and full of possibility when supported at the right time and in the right way.
Our Foundation
Combining clinical expertise with lived experience
Elastic Brain Academy was founded by two professionals united by a shared mission: to bring evidence-based early intervention within reach of families who need it most. Combining clinical expertise with real-world insight, we created a model that supports both children and the people who care for them.
Afsoon Ghabousi
Founder & Managing Director
Afsoon brings a unique combination of corporate leadership experience and autism advocacy to Elastic Brain Academy. With over 20 years of experience at Schneider Electric, she has led large-scale business transformation initiatives focused on process improvement, customer experience, and operational excellence.
Dr. Bahareh Eskandari
Co-Founder & Clinical Director
As Co-founder and Clinical Director, Dr Bahareh Eskandari provides clinical oversight of the therapeutic and assessment services delivered at Elastic Brain Academy. She is responsible for maintaining clinical quality, supporting the development of evidence-informed practices, and overseeing the delivery of interventions to ensure they are individualised, clinically appropriate and aligned with each child’s developmental needs.
Since 2020, we have worked closely together to understand what families truly need. By combining clinical expertise with lived experience and structured problem-solving, we developed a distinctive approach that bridges professional guidance with real-world application.
Our Mission
We exist to transform outcomes through early action
At Elastic Brain Academy, our mission is to provide families with children on the autism spectrum, or with other developmental delays, the support they need through evidence-based early intervention.
Our support helps families:
- Understand the next steps with confidence
- Apply practical strategies in everyday routines
- Access evidence-based guidance from professionals
- Make the most of the critical early childhood years
We help families focus on what matters most: supporting their child`s development, building independence, and creating opportunities for long-term success.
Our goal is to replace fear and uncertainty with confidence, hope, and meaningful progress.
Our Vision
Inspiring possibility, embracing potential
We empower parents to take action early, even before a formal diagnosis, by providing clear guidance and reducing uncertainty during an often overwhelming time.
Every child on the autism spectrum, or with other developmental delays, deserves the chance to reach their full potential through timely, evidence-based intervention.
While we respect neurodiversity and celebrate the unique strengths of autistic minds, we are committed to helping children develop the essential skills they need to thrive in everyday life.
This vision guides us to:
- Helping children build confidence in everyday environments.
- Strengthening each child’s unique abilities, interests, and talents.
- Supporting communication, social participation, and independence.
- Building lasting progress through Consistency, so support stays in place long enough to make a real difference.
Our Approach
A structured, family-driven path to meaningful progress
Start Early
Family-Centred Implementation
Consistency Matters
Learning Through Everyday Life
Supported Caregiver Network
We support families worlwide, online. In person, we are currently baed in Adelide, with visits also available in Sydney by appointmnent, and we are growing across Asutralia.
