Wholehearted Learning and Advocacy

Wholehearted Learning is the culmination of a lifetime of experience and education. Wholehearted Learning is a safe space for children, parents, and families of all kinds, no matter how messy, messed-up, or perfectly imperfect. You are welcome here. You are not “crazy” and your child is not “broken” or “bad.” Whether you simply want information to make a good decision, tutoring for a struggling student or legal counsel, I am here to help. I have been using the phrase “wholehearted learning” for the past 7 years because it represents my holistic approach to education. If you’ve ever heard me speak at a conference or support group, you've heard me use the saying, “You can't teach a man to knit in a foxhole.” Too often, we try to treat children as if they were one-dimensional beings, like fixing a car or leaky faucet. You can offer unlimited instruction, but if you do not address the other barriers to learning through body movement, diet changes or sensory engagement, you may miss out on the opportunity for breakthrough. Brain science, evidence-based research, and personal experience have taught me that authentic learning happens best when all of the body systems are supported. We do not address one aspect of the child and expect them to make progress. Instead, we support all aspects of the child and allow them to experience genuine learning; not memorization, not isolated understanding, but true learning! Wholehearted learning sees the WHOLE CHILD, without judgement or shame, to identify all of the barriers to learning, build on the child’s interest and strengths, and unlock each child’s potential.