Hello, I’m Portia Mills Henderson. My life’s journey has been shaped by profound challenges that became the wellspring of my inspiration and purpose. In 2023, I founded Healing the Roots Foundation with a deep commitment to helping children overcome adversity and navigate life’s complexities. As Founder, President, and Executive Director, I bring both personal experience and deep empathy to this vital mission. My own path through hardship has given me the passion and insight necessary for this work. Alongside my nonprofit work, I am the owner of Resilient Reads LLC, a publishing and educational company that creates books and e-learning resources designed to nurture emotional wellness and resilience in children, teens, and adults. Resilient Reads also serves as the source of funding for Healing the Roots Foundation, providing financial support to offer free access to social-emotional learning tools, coping strategies, and mindfulness resources for families, schools, and community organizations with financial need. I am a Certified Breathe For Change Facilitator, with certifications in Mindfulness, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), and Yoga Teacher Training for educators and community leaders. I am also certified in Adult Mental Health First Aid through the National Council for Mental Wellbeing. These qualifications are central to our approach, which combines culturally responsive care with holistic support for children and educators. My passion lies in making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families while also supporting the well-being of the educators who nurture them. Through social-emotional learning practices, coping tools, and quiet spaces, we strive to foster holistic transformation that strengthens entire communities. Thank you for joining us on this journey to build a brighter and more supportive future for our children. 🌿 Planting the seeds of resilience — one child, one family, and one community at a time.