Hi! I’m Halley,
Thank you for being here!
Love School grew out of a deep belief that the way we learn to relate—to ourselves, our emotions, and one another—shapes the course of our lives.
For over a decade, I’ve designed and facilitated programs rooted in social-emotional learning, mindfulness, creative expression, and relational awareness. My work has included youth, adults, and elders, with a focus on 1:1 coaching, curriculum development, group facilitation, and creating spaces that invite reflection, creativity, and authentic connection.
My approach blends structure with intuition, using storytelling, reflective dialogue, expressive arts, and mindfulness to help young people build emotional awareness and a grounded sense of self-trust. I’m especially passionate about supporting sensitive and perceptive children, who often feel deeply but aren’t always given the tools to understand or navigate that depth.
I hold a BA in Religious Studies from University of California, Davis and an MA in Interdisciplinary Studies from Prescott College focused on Social-Emotional Learning Communities.
At its core, Love School is about helping people feel more at home within themselves and more connected to the world around them.
Step 1:
Let's Talk About Your Child
Every child is different. Before recommending a class or program, I’d love to hear about your child—what they’re like, what you’re noticing, and where you’d like to see them grow.
We'll spend about 20–30 minutes talking about your child and exploring whether Love School might be a good fit.
Step 2:
Find the Right Fit
Based on our conversation, I'll recommend the Love School offering that best matches your child's needs—or help you identify another resource if I don't think Love School is the right fit.
"The thing I most enjoy about Love School is that we have lot of fun together. This is a safe place to learn about emotions, of myself and how to share it in the world. I also appreciate how Miss Halley comforts everyone when we have a bad emotion and how she teaches us how to handle hard emotions in our day-to-day life."
—Aranza, age 8
Ways to Learn With Love School
Customized SEL Partnerships
Curriculum design, professional development, and relationship-centered programming for schools, after-school programs, and youth organizations.
Custom Learning Experiences
A learning experience designed from the ground up around your child's interests, strengths, developmental stage, and goals.
Small Group Learning
Join a thoughtfully designed small group where children learn, create, and grow together through meaningful curriculum and shared experiences.
"My daughter loves her class with Love School. She genuinely looks forward to it every week and always comes out of it in a great mood for the rest of the day. SInce starting her class, she is more open to talking about her emotions and likes to recognize them. It has been such a positive experience for her and I would highly recommend this class for a tween. So many emotions are happening at this age and it's been a great, safe space for her to learn about herself and share her feelings and experiences in a very positive, mindful way."
—Gemma, Parent of a 10-Year-Old Student
The Skills Kids Take
With Them For Life
Self-Awareness &
Mindfulness
Understanding emotions, developing
self-trust & connecting to the body's signals
Communication &
Connection
Honest kindness, reflective listening & compassionate curiosity
Resilience &
Social Navigation
Handling conflict, connecting with
differences & acting with integrity
Creative Expression
& Identity
Creative confidence, exploring identity
& sharing their authentic voice
Here We Believe
Connection is the foundation for meaningful learning.
Growth happens in relationship—with ourselves, with one another, and within the communities we create.
Emotions are powerful teachers and guides.
By learning to feel,
name, and work with our emotions, we cultivate resilience, empathy, and presence.
Learning is both an inner and outer journey.
When we strengthen from the inside out, our classrooms, workplaces, and communities flourish with us.
"I enjoy your classes so much. It is a place where I feel safe and secure and calm. Thank you for being a great, mindful teacher. After our class, I feel more able to trust my answers and myself." —Addy, age 10