About Little Roots
Meet Coral
I'm Coral Mitchell — an emotional support practitioner for young children navigating big feelings, behavioural challenges and the everyday wobbles of growing up.
Little Roots was born from a simple belief: every child deserves a calm, kind person in their corner — without forms, gatekeepers or year-long waiting lists.
Coral's Story
A passion for helping children thrive
Coral's journey into children's emotional wellbeing began in the classroom. As a qualified Level 3 Teaching Assistant in mainstream education, she quickly discovered that some of the biggest barriers to learning weren't academic — they were emotional.
Children who couldn't name their feelings, who were overwhelmed by anxiety, or who struggled to connect with peers needed more than academic support. That realisation sparked a deep commitment to understanding emotional and mental health needs in young children.
Some of the biggest barriers to learning aren't academic — they're emotional.
Coral trained as an Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) — a programme developed and delivered by Educational Psychologists. Although ELSA was designed for use in schools, Coral saw that the same tools could make a real difference to families outside the classroom too.
At a Glance
The short version of Coral
Qualifications & Experience
Coral's professional journey
- Step One
Level 3 Teaching Assistant
A strong foundation in child development, learning support and classroom practice across a range of ages and abilities.
- Step Two
Emotional Literacy Support Training
Specialist training delivered by Educational Psychologists — evidence-based tools for emotional understanding and regulation.
- Step Three
Multi-disciplinary Collaboration
Working alongside Speech & Language Therapists, Educational Psychologists, and Autism and Behaviour Support Teams.
- Step Four
Specialist Additional Needs Support
Years supporting children with autism, communication difficulties, anxiety and behavioural challenges — always with patience and empathy.
- Today
Founding Little Roots Wellbeing
Bringing the same quality emotional support to families outside the school system, through private online sessions.
Professional Collaboration
Years working alongside the experts
A multi-disciplinary view of children's needs — built up over years of side-by-side practice.
Speech & Language Therapists
Understanding how communication difficulties impact emotional expression.
Educational Psychologists
Trained directly with EPs — gaining a psychological lens on emotional development.
Autism & Behaviour Teams
Expertise in supporting neurodivergent children and complex behavioural needs.
Families & Carers
Working in partnership with parents to keep support consistent at home.
What Coral Believes
The values at the heart of Little Roots
Every Child Can Grow
With the right support, every child has the capacity to flourish emotionally — no exceptions.
Safety Comes First
A warm, non-judgemental space where children feel seen, heard and accepted as they are.
Families Matter
Parents are kept informed and empowered throughout the journey — never left in the dark.
Tailored to Each Child
No two children are the same. Every plan is shaped around your child's personality and needs.
How Coral Works
A toolkit shaped around your child
Sessions are never one-size-fits-all — Coral always follows the child's lead.
Play-Based Learning
Games, role play and creative activities that explore emotions in a way that feels fun and safe.
Creative Expression
Art, drawing and storytelling for children who find words tricky.
Mindfulness & Regulation
Breathing, grounding and calming techniques children can use whenever they need them.
Talking & Listening
A patient, empathetic presence that lets children share at their own pace.
Let's have a gentle chat
The first conversation is always free. No forms, no pressure — just a warm chat about your child and how Coral might help.
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