Elbert Thomas

I have been serving communities and families in the Chicago area and surrounding Suburbs for close to twenty years. I have a passion for helping people connect to their better self. I am dedicated to enhancing the well-being of children and families through advocacy, healing, education, and self-empowerment. I have taken these practices and used them to support teachers, administrators, and students in CPS.

While working with HELP LLC, I have offered services in CPS as a Mental Health Professional and a Restorative practice coach. As a Restorative Practice Coach, I have supported teachers and students, while working with administrators to assist in developing their vision of an equitable school community and culture.

Outside of this work, I am the founder and CEO of Restoring Our Communities LLC. I work with local non for profits utilizing curriculums that are aimed at educating and healing by promoting self-love, civics, and a positive cultural identity..