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WHOLE-FAMILY SUPPORT, WHOLE-CHILD, AND INDIVIDUAL ADULT CARE
We hold space for the whole child—and the whole family.
At Mindful Mavens LLC, we go beyond symptoms and labels to understand the whole person — whether that's your child, yourself, or your family. We look at emotions, development, health, relationships, and the day-to-day experiences. Our care is collaborative, unhurried, and built around you, so no one in your family has to navigate this alone.
Warm Family Consultation
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Services
All services Support for children, parents, individuals, and the world around them.
Pediatric Medical & Mental Health Care
Unhurried pediatric care that connects the dots between development, biology, environment, and your child's emotional life.
Learn moreClinical Therapy
Warm, evidence-based therapy that is trauma-informed, neurodivergent-affirming, and family-inclusive.
Learn moreParent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)
Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) is an evidence-based treatment designed for young children, typically ages 2–7, who struggle with emotional regulation and challenging behaviors.
Learn moreEquine-Assisted Therapy
Ground-based, guided work with horses that supports regulation, confidence, and connection.
Learn moreSpeech and Language Consultation
Consultation to help families understand communication, language development, and social communication needs — and know what to do next.
Learn moreOccupational Therapy Consultation
Consultation to help families understand sensory, daily living, executive functioning, and developmental needs — and find the right next supports.
Learn moreNot sure where to begin?
Start with what you're noticing.
You don't need to have all the answers before reaching out. Whether you're concerned about yourself, your child, or your family, simply tell us what you've been noticing in everyday life. From there, we'll listen, ask thoughtful questions, and help you explore the support that may be right for you.
My child is…
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Or, I'm looking for support for myself…
I am…
Feeling anxiousStruggling with sadness or griefManaging stress or responsibilitiesFeeling stuck or disconnectedCarrying past traumaEmotionally exhausted or burned out
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Meet the founders
A pediatrician and a clinical social worker, building the practice they wished existed.
Dr. Pratip Nag
MD, PhD (Pediatrics)
Pediatrician · 20+ years
Whole-child pediatric care that looks at sleep, nutrition, gut health, environment, and developmental history to understand the full picture.
Dr. Stacey Schayer-Nag
DSW, LCSW
Licensed clinical social worker · 30+ years
'Trauma-informed therapy that blends CBT, DBT, mindfulness and other therapy modalities with genuine warmth and emotional insight
Equine-assisted therapy
When words are hard, horses help.
Ground-based, hands-on, guided work alongside horses — supporting regulation, confidence, and quiet connection for children and adults who need a different way in.
Explore equine-assisted therapyInsights
All insights Warm, plainspoken notes for parents.
Emotional regulation for kids: Big feelings, small bodies
A gentle look at what emotional regulation actually asks of a growing brain.
5 min read
Why horses hear what words can't say
Inside the quiet feedback loop that makes equine-assisted work so grounding.
7 min read
Before we do anything, we listen
Big feelings don't make your child broken.
Meltdowns, anxiety, school refusal, attention struggles, sensory overload, isolation, lack of motivation — these things can leave a whole family exhausted. We start by looking at the whole picture – not by blaming the child or the parent.
What makes us different
Care that slows down enough to see the full picture.
We bring pediatric medicine, clinical therapy, equine-assisted therapy, specialized support services, and family education into one thoughtful model of care.
Read our approachUnderstand the whole story
Body, mind, family, school, environment.
Build regulation and confidence
Practical skills for home, school, and everyday relationships.
Partner with the family
Parents are partners in this — not an afterthought.
New patients
A calm, thoughtful way to begin.
Your journey with us begins with a single click. Through our secure patient portal, we'll gently start learning about your child, yourself, or your family — at your own pace, in your own words. From there, we'll help you schedule the right appointment with one of our caring providers. Just a warm, private space to begin.
What happens next
- 1. Book a consultation through our secure patient portal (MYIO)
- 2. Complete a secure intake form to let us know about you or your child.
- 3. We will schedule an appointment that works for you to meet with your provider.
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