Comprehensive Wellness Support for Everyone
At the Harris Family Agency (HFA), we stand out as a for-profit agency that offers unique wellness support programs for family-centered nonprofit organizations and private and public organizations in the surrounding areas.
about us
Who We Are
Harris Family Agency is a for-profit, education-based organization dedicated to empowering individuals, families, and family-centered programs to reach their highest potential in life.We specialize in providing comprehensive support through our family services, social and emotional life skills programs, behavioral guidance, and grief support for all ages. In addition, we offer professional development opportunities for educators and child- and family-focused organizations to strengthen their capacity for impact.Our commitment extends beyond service delivery—we actively engage in research to advance understanding and promote best practices in social and emotional wellness and human functioning. At Harris Family Agency, we believe that strong families build strong communities, and we are here to help every member thrive.
Victoria Van Buren & Marlon Van Buren
About the Founders
Marlon and Victoria Van Buren are the visionary founders of Harris Family Agency. As a husband-and-wife team, they share a deep passion for helping others discover peace, purpose, and growth in every stage of life.With Marlon’s extensive experience in creative arts and Victoria’s nurturing spirit combined with her strong educational background in early childhood education, psychology, and family science, they have developed therapeutic programs and resources designed to strengthen relationships and promote emotional wellness.Together, the Van Burens are dedicated to sharing joy that is truly contagious—bringing warmth, hope, and connection into homes, families, and communities around the world.
Our Educational Services
Early Heart Start
Baby Seja | A key component of our early heart start service, is meticulously tailored to serve infants from six weeks to 13 months (Parent & Me Classes) and toddlers from 14 months to 35 months of age (Independent Class). This age-specific approach ensures that children receive comprehensive child development, mental wellness, and physical wellness services that are precisely relevant to their development stage.
Little Seja | A part of our early heart start services, is a fun and interactive social and emotional life skill program. It prepares young children from ages 3–5 with everyday life skills, bully prevention skills, and wellness skills to help them discover the world around them and achieve their full potential.
Seja | Also a part of our early heart start services, is a fun and interactive social and emotional life skill program. It prepares young children from ages 6–8 with everyday life skills, bully prevention skills, wellness skills and school readiness to help them discover the world around them and achieve their full potential.
Transition
Kid Theory is part of our transition services. It is a social and emotional life skill program that prepares children 9–12 years of age with everyday life skills, bully prevention skills, and wellness skills to help them discover the world around them and achieve their full potential.
Teen Theory is part of our transition services. Serving ages 13–15, Teen Theory is a social and emotional life skill program that prepares preteens and teenagers with everyday life skills, bully prevention skills, and wellness skills to help them discover the world around them and achieve their full potential.
Seriously Speaking is also part of our transition services. Serving ages 16–18, Teen Theory is a social and emotional life skill program that prepares teenagers with everyday life skills, bully prevention skills, wellness skills, and job readiness to help them discover the world around them and achieve their full potential.
Family Services*
ParentMe At the HFA, we understand that each family is unique. That’s why our reflective curriculum, including Parent Theory, is designed to enhance parental communication and child-rearing skills. We assess each family to identify their strengths, needs, and goals, and then coordinate services, accordingly, ensuring a personalized approach to family support. • Family-centered wellness services are offered based on parental input or request. • Community resources and referral information are provided based on the family’s additional needs. • The ultimate goal is to strengthen guardians’ social, emotional, and parental knowledge and move the family toward building a healthy family dynamic.
Family Theory At the HFA, Family Theory is designed to enhance wellness and communication skills throughout the whole family. We assess each family to identify their strengths, needs, and goals, and then coordinate services, accordingly, ensuring a personalized approach to family support. • Family-centered wellness services are offered based on parental input or request. • Community resources and referral information are provided based on the family’s additional needs. • The ultimate goal is to strengthen guardians’ social, emotional, and parental knowledge and move the family toward building a healthy family dynamic.
Parent Engagement Professional Development Services (PEPD) PEPD is a professional family engagement strategies framework training. PEPD provides critical strategies to help programs evaluate their current family engagement plan and create a new one that reflects the needs of the families they serve. The learning strategies cause professionals to reflect on essential social and emotional actions that foster strong relationships with parents and children.
Contact Us
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CHILDCARE CONSULTATION
Harris Family Agency — Building Strong Foundations for Early Learning Success
At Harris Family Agency, we believe every childcare program has the power to change lives. Our mission is to support, strengthen, and elevate early childhood educators and programs through meaningful coaching, professional development, and customized curriculum and marketing solutions.We partner with childcare centers, preschools, and early learning organizations to create nurturing environments where children thrive, teachers feel supported, and families stay connected.
Our Philosophy
We know that quality early education starts with confident, well-equipped educators. That’s why our approach blends hands-on training, personalized coaching, and creative program development. Each service we offer is designed to help programs grow from the inside out—empowering teachers, improving classrooms, and enhancing the family experience.
Our Promise
We are more than consultants — we’re your partners in growth. When you work with Harris Family Agency, you gain a team that listens, inspires, and walks beside you every step of the way.
What Makes Us Different
Personalized Approach: Every center has its own story. We take time to understand your goals and tailor support to your program’s needs.
Practical Strategies: We focus on real-world solutions that teachers can use right away.
Whole-Program Support: From teacher training to curriculum, classroom setup, and marketing — we help programs grow in every direction.
Child-Focused Mission: Everything we do is rooted in the belief that when educators succeed, children succeed.
Our Core Values
Kindness & Connection: Building relationships is at the heart of our work.
Excellence in Education: We bring professionalism and care to every training and coaching session.
Growth & Innovation: We encourage creativity, reflection, and progress in every classroom.
Family Engagement: We help programs build strong bridges between school and home.
Who We Serve
Childcare Centers & Preschools
Early Learning Directors & Administrators
Family Childcare Programs
Educators seeking professional growth
Community organizations serving young children and families
Our Services at a Glance
Educator Professional Development Training
Online and In-Person Coaching
Classroom Environment Coaching
Teacher Mentoring
Curriculum Development
Branding, Marketing, & PR Support
OUR RESOURCES
The Serenity of Parenting
The Serenity of Parenting by Victoria Van Buren is an honest, heartfelt guide for anyone raising or caring for children.Inspired by the Serenity Prayer, the book offers encouragement, practical tools, and wisdom for navigating the ebbs and flows of parenthood. Being present, practicing patience, and showing grace can transform our relationships with children.
About the Author
Victoria Van Buren is an educator, life coach, and family advocate dedicated to helping individuals and families discover peace, healing, and growth. With a strong background in early childhood education, psychology, and family science, Victoria brings both professional insight and heartfelt compassion to her work.As co-founder of the Harris Family Agency, she has designed transformative programs and resources that nurture emotional wellness, strengthen relationships, and inspire positive change in homes and communities.Victoria’s passion for empowering others shines through her writing, where she shares practical tools, uplifting stories, and wisdom rooted in faith, resilience, and love. Her mission is simple yet powerful—to spread joy that transforms lives and creates ripples of hope across the world.
