Danielle Brown-Kelly | Trauma-Informed Specialist | Mental Health & Wellbeing Practitioner | Community-Inclusive SEND Support & Advocacy. Professional Profile:
Empathetic, trauma-informed, and neuro-affirming practitioner with experience supporting children, families, and educators in the areas of SEND, emotional wellbeing, and inclusion. Founder of Little Loves Wellbeing, a community-led initiative that promotes emotional literacy, sensory awareness, and connection through workshops, wellbeing resources, and the Little Loves Wellbeing Library. Bringing together lived experience, psychology study, and specialist training, I work to bridge the gap between education, wellbeing, and family support, helping every child feel safe, understood, and supported to thrive. Key Skills & Focus Areas:-
• SEND
• Emotional literacy and self-regulation
• Sensory processing and inclusive environments
• Trauma-informed and attachment-based practice
• Parent/carer guidance and EHCP support
• Community wellbeing and therapeutic play
• Child and youth mental health awareness
Training & Qualifications:-
Academic & Professional:
• BSc (Hons) Psychology (Open University)- in progress
• Diploma in Child Psychology (Open University)
• Level 2 Understanding Autism
• Level 2 Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)
• Level 2 Understanding Children & Young People’s Mental Health
• Training Course in Behaviour That Challenges
• Trauma-Informed & SEND Advocate Training
• Leadership for Inclusion & Early Years Practice- Dingley’s Promise
• Intersections in Early Years Practice- Dingley’s Promise
• Safeguarding for Mental Health and Emotional Wellbeing- NSPCC
• GDPR Awareness Certified
Mental Health & Wellbeing:
• Mental Health First Aider- MHFA England
• Suicide Prevention Training- PAPYRUS
Trauma & Attachment Practitioner Training- Institute of Child Psychology, including-
The Whole Brain Child
• Understanding Intergenerational Trauma
• Exploring Attachment: The Power of Relationships
• The Impact of Childhood Trauma on the Brain
• Sensory Foundations
• Childhood Trauma: Finding a Way Through
• Seeing the Parent: Shifting Toward a Family-Centred Culture
• Teaching Mindfulness to Children & Teens
First Aid & Safety:
• Paediatric First Aid Certified
• Mental Health First Aid Certified
• Suicide Prevention Trained
Experience Highlights:
• Founder & Owner– Little Loves Wellbeing & Little Loves Wellbeing Library
Created and manage a community wellbeing hub focused on emotional literacy, inclusion, and sensory awareness for children and families. Deliver workshops, curate resources, and collaborate with schools and community groups to promote neuro-affirming and trauma-informed practice.
• Administrator & Director– Parent-Led SEND Support Group
Coordinate community-led initiatives offering peer support, signposting, and information sharing for parents and carers of children with SEND.
• Play Leader & Nursery Assistant– Early Years and Primary Settings
Supported inclusive practice in early years environments, promoting play-based emotional learning and early identification of additional needs.
• Youth Mentor & Community Advocate
Provided 1:1 and group mentoring for young people, focusing on emotional regulation, confidence, and wellbeing.
• Founder– Local Youth Charity
Established and ran a youth charity promoting wellbeing, creativity, and community action through fundraising, events, and therapeutic writing projects.
• Facilitator– Parent & Educator Workshops
Design and deliver sessions on sensory needs, inclusion, and emotional wellbeing. Provide practical guidance and resources to promote understanding and connection.
• Creator– The A–Z of SEND: A Parent and Educator Glossary
Developed a widely shared glossary to help families and educators understand key SEND terms, empowering parents to navigate education systems confidently.
• Co-Publisher– “Our Story” (Therapeutic Writing Project)
Co-created and published a collection of personal stories highlighting resilience, identity, and the healing power of writing.
• Community Advisor– Sensory & Inclusion Practice
Advise schools, community groups, and local organisations on sensory-friendly and inclusive approaches for neurodivergent children.
• SEND & EHCP Family Support
Experienced in supporting families through the EHCP process, including form completion, evidence gathering, attending review meetings, and helping families access disability-related funding and support services. Awards & Recognition:
• Certificate of Recognition-Executive Dean Award for Outstanding Academic Achievement
• Certificate of Recognition- Sir Lenny Henry Award for Outstanding Academic Achievement
• Psychology Module Distinction- Open University
Professional Vision:
Through Little Loves Wellbeing and my continued studies in Psychology, my goal is to build bridges between wellbeing, education and the community: Empowering families, children, and professionals to create environments that are inclusive, sensory-aware, and emotionally safe.
