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Consultation Services

We know that when adults get more support, children benefit.

I offer reflective consultation for schools and child-care centers, and mental health professionals.

Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation

Strong relationships are the foundation of healthy child development. When classrooms feel overwhelmed — by challenging behaviors, staff stress, or complex family dynamics — reflective consultation provides steady, thoughtful support.

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Reflective consultation is a collaborative partnership that supports children, teachers, and programs as a whole.

I work alongside educators and leaders to:

  • Understand the meaning behind challenging behaviors

  • Support parent-teacher communication

  • Strengthen adult–child relationships

  • Improve classroom climate and team communication

  • Build lasting capacity within your program and reduce staff turnover

As an Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health therapist and former Early Childhood Educator, my knowledge becomes a resource for educators to use when connecting with the children they care for.

Consultation is a Partnership

Adults deserve the same care and understanding that children deserve. Consultation is a private, non-judgmental space where educators can put down their burdens, speak openly, and get support.

You are the experts in your children, your classrooms, and your community. I bring specialized training in early childhood mental health and neurodiversity. Together, we integrate our perspectives to create sustainable change.

Why it helps
  • Children thrive when relationships are strong.

  • Teachers thrive when they feel understood and supported.

  • Programs thrive when parents and teachers can reflect rather than react.

Services May Include
  • Classroom observation and reflective feedback

  • Ongoing team consultation meetings

  • Individual support for directors and educators

  • Family collaboration around challenging behaviors

  • Evidence-based and culturally aware interventions

Areas of Focus
  • Challenging behaviors

  • Mental Health needs

  • Sensory needs

  • Parent/teacher/administration communication 

  • Neurodiversity

  • Trauma

Resources
  • Education materials

  • Staff trainings 

  • Coaching scripts

What is early childhood mental health
How to support early childhood mental health

Schedule 

 

After the free consultation, services are tailored to each school's needs, starting at $200 per hour.

Most school needs more support, and consultation can help. Start with a free 20 minute call to hear more about what I offer, or schedule a 1 hour consultation session.

Call       (206) 705-3037

Email      Brecca.Smith@Villagesmith.org

Consultation for Mental Health Professionals

I provide consultation to mental health and other professionals related to Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health and how to support non-traditional families of all kinds. 

$200 per 50 minute video conference session.

See Fees and Insurance for more information.

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