Our Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation (ECMHC) Program partners with early education and care providers to support the social and emotional well-being of young children. Grounded in trauma-informed, culturally responsive practices, our program works to transform systems of care and promote nurturing communities where children can thrive. 

Our services utilize reflective practice, classroom consultation, and experiential training to foster secure attachments between children and their caregivers.  Our consultants empower caregivers to understand and respond effectively to challenging behaviors, and support children's emotional regulation and resilience. These efforts reduce caregiver stress and burnout, improve classroom quality, and strengthen caregiver-child relationships. 

By prioritizing the development of adults who play critical roles in children’s lives, our program transforms early childhood systems into communities of care. Together, we’re laying a positive foundation for children’s lifelong mental health and well-being. 

We use an integrated approach that transforms not just classrooms, but entire early childhood systems: 

• Training: Experiential learning equips caregivers, managers, and program leaders with practical skills to foster healthy relationships, addressing trauma and promoting social-emotional development. 

• Reflective Practice: Trauma-informed supervision and group consultation nurture professional growth, offering caregivers a supportive space to reflect, learn, and build resilience. 

• Classroom Consultation: On-site collaboration with educators ensures that strategies are grounded in real-world contexts, enhancing their effectiveness.