Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation Services
We believe that Early Childhood Professionals deserve access to quality mental health services in their programming, too.
Research has shown that I/ECMHC can help providers/educators to:
- Be more reflective
- Feel less stress and more supported with children’s behavior
- Feel more confident to manage children’s behavior in proactive and positive ways
- Attend to children more equitably and provide individualized supports
I/ECMHC can help programs to:
- Develop plans for supporting teacher/staff wellness and reduce burnout
- Create more positive classroom environments that support children in developing social and emotional skills
- Strengthen relationships with parents/families
- Reduce the likelihood of expulsion of suspension
YWCA Metropolitan Chicago is seeking early education program partners to receive these services for FREE, thanks to the generous support of local Community Mental Health Boards!
Click here to visit the website for Governor’s Office of Early Childhood Development to learn more about the research and importance of I/ECMHC.
Locations:
Bloomingdale Township (Download Flyer)
Milton Township (Download Flyer)
Contact:
Katherine Layden
katherine.layden@ywcachicago.org