Eli is a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) that specializes in early childhood. She has a Bachelors in Human Development and Psychology, and a Masters of Science in Psychology. Eli has over 10 years of experience in early childhood and began her career as a volunteer in a special education classroom. Throughout they years she has been a daycare teacher, state preschool teacher, home visitor, program coordinator, mental health consultant, and therapist. Like many others in the early education profession she struggled with the implications of the pandemic. Eventually it was clear that she needed to take time off to reflect and reset, so she quit her job and focused on her own mental health. After reflecting on her professional and personal experiences Eli discovered a new passion, to support other service providers in the early childhood field. She started Joint Early Learning Ideas with her partner Jennifer in 2021 and now maintains a healthy work life balance. Eli is able to provide training and consultation to other early childhood providers and promote mental health for staff members, families, and children.