The relationship between learning and mental health is often overlooked. When children are not able to access sufficient educational services and supports, their self-esteem and confidence suffer. Students with learning disabilities (or more accurately, learning differences) need to be taught using teaching strategies that are geared to their individual learning styles.

Likewise, children with mental health difficulties often struggle in school. Many mental health issues affect children’s ability to concentrate, organize their thoughts and belongings, make decisions, and socialize effectively. Symptoms such as these interfere with children’s ability to progress academically and socially.

Early and consistent intervention is essential for children with learning or mental health needs. Ensuring children receive effective and timely educational services provides them with the support they need to be successful at school and maintain healthy self-esteem.

Healthy Minds Consulting was established to meet these needs.

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Mission:

Unite the fields of education and mental health to foster students’ self-esteem and academic success.

Vision:

Facilitate thorough and effective Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and learning plans that increase children’s self-esteem through successful learning experiences.

Enhance communication and coordination between professionals in the fields of education and mental health.

Collaborate with allied professionals to create solutions to the “gaps” between systems that disable effective service provision.