Consulting
Mindful Play Learning Mentorship & Consulting
Mentorship + Consulting with MPL Founder and CEO
Yolonda Deon Tyler
Sometimes you just need a Play Bestie in your corner.
That’s where I come in!
Whether you’re a school leader, childcare director, or educator ready to bring mindfulness and play into your environment, I offer consulting and mentorship designed to meet you right where you are.
Consulting for Schools & Childcare
Looking to introduce yoga, mindfulness, or play-based learning into your classrooms?
I provide customized consulting sessions that include:
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Simple strategies your teachers can implement immediately
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A tailored list of age-appropriate resources for your student population
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Guidance on creating playful, mindful spaces that support both kids and staff
Sessions are available via Phone or Zoom, making it easy to connect, no matter where you are.
Mentorship for Educators & Leaders
Looking for ongoing guidance as you grow your program, deepen your skills, or step into leadership? I offer mentorship that combines my experience as a children’s wellness educator, entrepreneur, and founder of Mindful Play Learning.
Through mentorship, you’ll receive:
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Personalized support as you design or expand your program
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Accountability and coaching to keep you on track
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Access to resources, tools, and encouragement from someone who has been there
About Me
I’m Yolonda Deon Tyler, Founder and Chief PLAYologist of Mindful Play Learning—a play-based wellness framework that integrates mindfulness, movement, and imagination to support social-emotional development in early learning environments and beyond.
My work is rooted in my background as a counselor and health educator, where I supported children, youth, and families through education, prevention, and mental wellness programming. I’m also the former founder and owner of Amaya Papaya Play Lounge, an indoor play space I owned and operated for over 10 years. That experience gave me hands-on insight into building, managing, and sustaining a play-centered business, as well as leading teams, developing curriculum, and creating safe, engaging environments for children and families.
Through Mindful Play Learning mentorship and consulting, I support educators, organizations, and wellness professionals in bringing mindful play to life with clarity, integrity, and intention. Whether I’m guiding program development, supporting professional growth, or helping others design sustainable training pathways, my approach is grounded in the belief that play is not extra—it’s essential to connection, regulation, and whole-child wellness.
