Nelly Montoya
CEO & Founder

In Wellness in Learning we offer a holistic and strategic approach to well-being, moving beyond traditional wellness programs to create systemic change within organizations.

  • Focus on Mental Health Frameworks: We assist educational institutions in developing comprehensive Mental Health Frameworks. This is a proactive approach, aiming to create a supportive environment that promotes student well-being, rather than just reacting to problems. This framework then guides policy development.

  • Policy Development Aligned with Strategic Goals: The consulting goes beyond general wellness advice. We work with institutions to create specific policies and procedures that align with the institution's overall strategic goals. This ensures that mental health support is integrated into the core mission of the organization.

  • Workplace Mental Health: We also extend our consulting services to employers, focusing on creating workplaces that support the physical and psychological wellness of employees. This recognizes the interconnectedness of well-being in both educational and professional settings.

  • Customized Recommendations: Our approach is not one-size-fits-all. We conduct a Workplace Needs analysis to provide customized recommendations, including tailored Mental Health Frameworks.

  • Ongoing Support: We provide ongoing support during the implementation phase, recognizing that organizational needs evolve and initiatives need to be adapted over time.

  • Skills-based Approaches: We emphasize skills-based approaches, trauma-informed practices, and culturally relevant methodologies.

Wellness in Learning proposes a holistic, strategic approach by offering services such as developing mental health frameworks for educational institutions, aligning policies with institutional goals, addressing workplace mental health, providing customized recommendations based on needs analyses, giving ongoing implementation support, and emphasizing skills-based, trauma-informed, and culturally relevant practices.

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Wellness in Learning is an approach that integrates emotional, social, and cognitive well-being into the educational process.
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Education:

  • Normalist Teacher at the Justo Sierra Teacher Training College - Mexico

  • Master of Science in Neuroeducation (International University of La Rioja, Spain)

  • Master of Learning Sciences (University of La Rioja, Spain)

  • Specialization in Emotional Intelligence and Positive Discipline (University of Miami, USA)

  • Diploma in Advanced Management (ITESM, Mexico)

Professional Experience:

  • CEO & Founder, Wellness in Learning

    • Spearheaded the development and implementation of innovative, brain-based educational programs and workshops.

    • Provided consulting services to schools and educational institutions to optimize learning environments and enhance teaching practices.

    • Developed and delivered training programs for educators on neuroeducation, emotional intelligence, positive discipline, and wellness in learning.

    • Grew the organization from the ground up.

Expertise and Skills:

  • Neuroeducation: Deep understanding of the principles of neuroscience and their application to educational practice.

  • Learning Theories: Extensive knowledge of various learning theories and instructional design models.

  • Emotional Intelligence: Proven ability to develop and implement strategies for fostering emotional intelligence in educational settings.

  • Positive Discipline: Expertise in applying positive discipline techniques to create respectful and effective classroom management.

  • Wellness in Learning: Comprehensive knowledge of the factors that contribute to optimal brain function and well-being in the learning environment.

  • Curriculum Development: Proven ability to design and develop engaging and effective curricula.

  • Instructional Design: Skilled in designing and delivering effective instruction across various modalities.

  • Teacher Training and Professional Development: Extensive experience in developing and delivering training programs for educators.

  • Leadership and Management: Demonstrated ability to lead and manage organizations and teams.

  • Communication and Presentation Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting to diverse audiences.

Publications and Presentations:

  • Author of Neuroeducation Toolkit for Parents and Educators to be published on 2026.

  • Creator of innovative and unique Courses and Conferences:

    ★ Neuroeducation Tools.

    ★ Implementation of Neuroeducation in the Classroom.

    ★ Harmful Effects of Screens on Learning.

    ★ Harmful Effects of Screens on Child-rearing / Parenting.

    ★ Mental Health of the Educational Professional.

Wellness in Learning

Our proposals

I am deeply passionate about both neuroscience and teaching.
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Our Team

Nelly Montoya

CEO & Founder

Jorge Medina

Co-Founder / Administrative & Legal Director

Elizabeth Cárdenas

Medical and Nutritional Director

Melina Aguilar

Director of Social Audit

Beatriz Medina

Director of School Infrastructure Audit

María del Carmen Ortíz

Educational Project Auditor and Academic Advisor

Articles

"As a neuroscience and educational specialist, my commitment is to translate cutting-edge research into practical tools, empowering parents and educators to cultivate optimal cognitive development and lifelong brain health."

Nelly Montoya

CEO & Founder