
Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health (IECMH) Initiative

Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health (IECMH) is a statewide quality initiative that provides evidence based, multi-tiered systems of support and consultation to child care professionals caring for young children with challenging behavior.
For more information, please contact: Center for Child Well-Being – IECMH Consultation
IECMH website: IECMH • Center For Child Well-Being
Phone: 573-882-7022
Email: cfe-childwell-being@health.missouri.edu
- Who is eligible for IECMH services?
Child care professionals in licensed, registered, or regulated programs.
Referrals can be made by early care and educational professionals, directors/administrators, parent/guardians, and state and local agencies.
- What services are provided?
IECMH Specialists support the child care professionals by providing:
- Social Emotional Trainings
- Ongoing coaching and mentorship
- Access to supports, resources, and referrals
- Individualized intensive interventions for children with persistent challenging behaviors in collaboration with their families and child care professionals
- Resources