At Mindful Start, we strive to help parents positively encourage mind-body awareness so their children can self-regulate and handle big emotions (without breaking a sweat)!
We include a combination of positive parenting tools, non-violent communication, and Social Emotional Learning (SEL). Your child may be anxious and not even know it! Today, anxiety and depression among young children is increasing. Part of the reason is because in the past children were under diagnosed; however, when children receive the tools to increase their EI (Emotional Intelligence) they are able to mindfully handle their big emotions (even when they are glued to their screens!) SEL is the most important foundation in a world that has 300,000 children between the ages of 2-5 suffering from depression and anxiety. Children with these skills are more likely to "graduate from school and get a full-time job" (Alexis Clark, MA, MS).
"Stav is one of my favorite grown-ups for little people - her warmth and enthusiasm is contagious! I'm so grateful to her for introducing Mindfulness to my two young boys. They literally chant, "Yo-ga! Yo-ga!" on yoga days :)"
- Nicole Centeno (Parent, Founder of Splendid Spoon)
Hi, I’m Stav-
founder of Mindful Start and 3-time certified Children’s Mindfulness Teacher. I work with you and your child to find mindfulness and self-regulation through movement, Art Therapy, breathing techniques, and Social Emotional Learning, for a stronger Emotional Intelligence and body awareness.
