Infant and early childhood mental health is about the social and emotional development of children from birth to five — their capacity to form relationships, regulate their feelings, and experience the world safely. And because babies can't develop any of that alone, it's really about the relationship between the child and the people who love them."

What is A Little Harmony™?

A Little Harmony is a trauma-informed, attachment-oriented training platform for the professionals and caregivers who show up for children and families every day — therapists, counselors, educators, and the adults who love them most.

Our resources, trainings, and certification pathway are built around one foundational belief: every child deserves to feel seen, heard, and valued by a trusted adult who is calm, safe, and emotionally grounded. Because when adults are equipped, children thrive.

Based on the Harmony model of the Enneagram, A Little Harmony equips caregiving adults with the tools, language, and framework they need to protect a child's sense of connection, worth, and identity — especially through the hard places of childhood.

Whether you're a practitioner looking to deepen your clinical work, an educator seeking trauma-informed strategies for your classroom, or a professional ready to bring this work into your community — A Little Harmony meets you where you are and equips you for what matters most.

THE WHOLEHEARTED CHILD

When Stress Takes Over, Even the Best Parents and Professionals Lose Access

A compassionate guide to understanding what’s beneath a child’s behavior—and your own stress patterns—so connection can come first.

Every child has a story and every child's story matters.

who we serve:

Head Start programs looking for a CASEL-aligned, T/TA-eligible SEL program
Early childhood administrators
seeking professional development SEL training that addresses staff wellness
Practitioners (Coaches & Counselors) ready for Certification with tools to make a real impact
Programs caring for Children and Families wanting to bring a Little Harmony™ into their work
Parents who want to break generational cycles and parent with calm connection

The Nine Narratives™

At the heart of A Little Harmony™ are nine little dragon characters — each one carrying a narrative that helps children understand how to build character, confidence, and compassion.

Courageous — We are brave and also gentle and kind.
Peaceful — We are calm and clear.
Responsible — We do our best and learn from mistakes.
Caring — We are caring to others and take care of ourselves.
Confident — We celebrate what we do well and stay open to learning.
Creative — We are special and unique but also alike.
Curious — We wonder and learn together.
Steady — We stick with it and think things through.
Joyful — We bring energy to our day and all our feelings are welcome.

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Hello.

I'm Susan Parker Jones.

I'm a seasoned clinician and an adoptive mom — and those two things shaped each other in ways I didn't expect.

I know what it's like to care deeply and still feel lost. To want to show up with patience and connection, and watch those disappear the moment things get hard. What I eventually learned was that my own childhood story was quietly running the show — and that changed everything.

I see the same pattern in the families, educators, and helping professionals I work with. It's often not a lack of care or effort. It's a nervous system under pressure.

And here's what troubles me most: we ask children to navigate stress and big emotions without ever teaching them how — then wonder why they disconnect from themselves to cope. I built this work because something different is possible. My approach is trauma-informed, attachment-sensitive, and Enneagram-based — because regulation, connection, and felt safety aren't extras. They're everything.

Learn more about Susan and her work here.

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What Others Are Saying

Don’t just take our word for it here’s what parents and professionals have to say...

Susan Parker Jones has written a very reasoned, empathic, practical book about children and parenting. She knows the Enneagram well and it clearly informs her therapy practice.

Susan has a light-hearted sensitive touch to her writing. No shaming; just explaining. For parents who want to understand the Enneagram and their children, The Wholehearted Child is well worth a read.

Jerome Wagner, Ph.D

Honorary International Enneagram Association Founder

Susan Parker Jones is a true gift to those who know and work closely with her. She can connect with any individual, but especially those who “come from the hard places”. Her gentle, calm, and intuitive ability to communicate and navigate emotion from difficult experiences is extraordinary. Her work with the Enneagram and young children is a unique approach and provides parents/caregivers a much deeper perspective, dispelling the myth, “I have tried everything.....nothing works with this child!

Tammie Benton

Head Start State Association Board President

The Wholehearted Child is a groundbreaking resource for parents, educators, and mental health professionals alike. With genuine insight and practical advice, Susan Parker Jones illuminates pathways to nurturing children's emotional resilience and self-awareness through the Enneagram. This book is highly impactful and a must-read for anyone seeking to empower children.

MacKensie Davis

Mental Health Therapist

The Wholehearted Child is a brilliant resource for anyone looking for an attachment-based, trauma-informed guide to parenting their child well.

Susan gives unique insight into child development, and offers specific parenting techniques that cultivate a lasting connection between parent and child. This book is a must-read for every parent!

Kelly Hamilton

Trauma-Informed Parenting Coach

Susan is a treasure to me and my family. Her knowledge and empathy are unmatched.

Her words of wisdom have given me comfort and guidance as a mom and I am so grateful she has shared her strategies in The Wholehearted Child.

Jessica Randol

Parent

The Wholehearted Child offers a unique blend of wisdom and modern strategies to help parents raise self-aware, resilient, and compassionate children. Susan Parker Jones provides practical insights and heartfelt guidance, making this book a must-read for any parent looking to foster deep connections and emotional well-being in their children. A truly powerful read!

Alexis Schofield

Mental Health Therapist

More than a parenting manual, The Wholehearted Child is a call to embrace the messiness of parenthood with courage and self-compassion. Susan’s writing invites us to see parenting as a journey of growth for both ourselves and our children. It’s filled with real-life stories and practical strategies that provide renewed hope and clarity for parents.

Jenny Dedrick

Holistic Coach

Susan’s years of experience working with children as a therapist is evident in this book as she dives deep into the heart of the child. Susan not only teaches us how to nurture the children in our lives but also guides us in reconnecting and reclaiming our own inner child. It’s a beautiful experience to read and ponder the threads in your own story and then know that your understanding of self can change the life of a child you love.

Teresa McCloy

Founder, The REALIFE Process®

Connection first.

Everything else follows.

A complete social-emotional learning program for early childhood — created by a children's therapist, created for every adult in a child's corner, created to impact kids.