Bhawna Aggarwal Women in Business Award 2026

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Bhawna Aggarwal

Cognifi

Clinical Director

Fort Mill

Bhawna (Sonia) Aggarwal is a clinical director at Cognifi and a board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA) with global recognition. She specializes in evidence-based interventions for autism, leading clinical teams across the U.S. and Canada. An award-winning author and researcher, Aggarwal is committed to improving access to ethical, high-quality care while mentoring professionals and empowering families to unlock meaningful outcomes for children.

How do you define leadership?

I lead with clarity, compassion, and accountability. My strength lies in turning complex clinical challenges into simple, actionable strategies that teams can implement confidently. I prioritize ethical care, measurable outcomes, and team growth. I am continuously working on scaling impact — building systems that maintain quality while expanding access, so more families benefit without compromising individualized care.

What makes you an effective leader? What are you still working on?

My greatest accomplishment is building and leading clinical programs that create measurable, life-changing outcomes for children with autism and their families. Through Cognifi, I’ve contributed to expanding access to ethical, evidence-based care while mentoring clinicians to deliver high-quality services. Seeing both client progress and team growth simultaneously is the impact I value most.

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