Our Services
We support schools, districts, and organizations in building inclusive, culturally responsive systems that center adult SEL, educator well-being, and the needs of historically marginalized learners
Research and Partnership
We engage in applied research and collaborative partnerships to explore and elevate equity-driven SEL practices.
Consulting
We offer tailored consulting for schools, districts, and nonprofits seeking to embed equity-centered SEL into their policies, practices, and professional development.
Services include:
Adult SEL implementation planning
Culturally responsive SEL audits
Educator well-being and collaboration strategies
Equity reviews of existing SEL curricula
Dr. Barnes leads and partners on projects involving:
Participatory research with educators and communities
Studies on adult SEL, collaboration, and burnout
Evaluation of culturally responsive SEL initiatives
Translational work that bridges research and practice
If you’re a researcher, foundation, university, or school system seeking an equity lens on SEL research — let’s talk.
Let’s co-create sustainable, inclusive systems that uplift educators and the students they serve.
Consulting & Training
We collaborate with districts, schools, and organizations to build inclusive, emotionally supportive learning environments grounded in research and shaped by the needs of real-world educators. Our services center on adult SEL, educator well-being, and implementation-focused support that bridges equity and practice
Professional Learning & Training
We help teams design and roll out SEL and equity-focused initiatives, informed by my training in program management and my background in intervention design.
We work with education agencies and community partners to co-create and evaluate programs that support inclusive and sustainable school change.
Program Development & Implementation Support
Research-Practice Partnerships
Previous Collaborators
We design and deliver interactive professional learning workshops and coaching that is informed by district and school climate and need. Our content focuses on topics related to social-emotional learning and well-being, collaborative work environments, and culturally responsive teaching.