Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation (ECMHC)
Building Strong Relationships. Supporting Educators. Strengthening Systems.
Supporting Early Childhood Programs Where Relationships, Regulation, and Results Matter Most
Now Prosper Coaching & Consulting provides trauma-informed Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation that strengthens classroom environments, supports educators, and builds sustainable social-emotional systems for children ages birth–8.
WHAT IS ECMHC?
Get to Know Us
Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation (ECMHC) is a capacity-building, preventive approach that supports early childhood educators, leaders, and families in promoting healthy social-emotional development and addressing challenging behaviors—without diagnosing or removing children from care.
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Consultation focuses on:
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relationships
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environments
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adult capacity
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reflective practice
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systems alignment
WHO WE SUPPORT
Program Types
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Child Care Centers
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Early Head Start & Head Start
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Home-Based Child Care
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Preschool & Pre-K Programs
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Community-Based Early Childhood Organizations
Age Range
Birth through age 8
OUR ECMHC APPROACH
The Now Prosper ECMHC Model
We focus on people, practice, and systems—not quick fixes.
Our consultation is:
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Trauma-informed & relationship-based
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Equity-centered and culturally responsive
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Aligned with Early Head Start & MTSS frameworks
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Designed to reduce burnout, not add workload
CORE ECMHC SERVICE AREAS
Classroom & Program Consultation
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Observation of classroom environments
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Support with routines, transitions, and emotional regulation
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Strengthening teacher-child relationships
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Environmental and schedule adjustments
Educator & Staff Support
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Reflective consultation
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Burnout prevention and compassion fatigue support
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Emotional regulation strategies for adults
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Strength-based coaching conversations
Child-Focused Consultation
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Collaborative problem-solving around behaviors
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Observation and reflection (no diagnosis)
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Practical, developmentally appropriate strategies
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Documentation and follow-up support
Family Partnership Support
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Supporting family-educator communication
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Parent consultation and guidance
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Reducing stigma around mental health
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Culturally responsive engagement strategies
Program & Leadership Capacity Building
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Consultation with directors and leadership teams
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Policy and practice alignment
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Support during high-stress periods (staffing, transitions, crises)
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Sustainability planning
OUTCOMES PROGRAMS EXPERIENCE
For Educators
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Increased confidence and skill
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Reduced stress and burnout
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Stronger relationships with children and families
For Children
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Improved emotional regulation
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Decreased challenging behaviors
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Increased engagement and sense of safety
For Programs
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Improved classroom climate
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Stronger staff retention
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Clearer systems and communication
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Alignment with quality standards and funding expectations
HOW CONSULTATION WORKS
Step-by-Step
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Discovery & Needs Assessment
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Program goals, challenges, strengths
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Consultation Plan Development
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Classroom, staff, child, or systems focus
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Ongoing Consultation & Coaching
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Observations, meetings, reflective practice
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Implementation & Support
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Practical strategies embedded into daily routines
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Sustainability & Reflection
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Tools, documentation, and next-step planning
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ECMHC SERVICE OPTIONS
Consultation Formats
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Ongoing program-wide consultation
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Classroom-specific consultation
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Child-focused consultation
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Leadership and director consultation
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Short-term targeted support
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Year-long partnership models
Services are customized based on program size, needs, and funding structure.
WHY NOW PROSPER?
What Sets Us Apart
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Led by a licensed clinician and organizational psychologist
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Deep experience in early childhood systems
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Focus on sustainability—not dependence
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Respect for educator expertise
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Practical, relationship-based support
TESTIMONIAL / IMPACT
“Programs report improved classroom flow, stronger staff morale, and clearer strategies for supporting children without exclusion.”
"Effective leadership is crucial in navigating the complexities of organizational change, especially in the sensitive area of early childhood mental health consultation, where the stakes are high and the impact profound."
Dr. LaTia Greer, PsyD, LCPC, "Leadership Experiences With Organizational Infrastructure in Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation Programs," Walden University 2022
Ready to Strengthen Your Program?
Early childhood mental health support should feel supportive, collaborative, and practical—not overwhelming.
Schedule a Discovery Call
Request an ECMHC Partnership Proposal
20200 Governors Dr.
Olympia Fields, IL 60461
708-998-4653
