The Center for Advancement in Social Emotional Learning opened its first office space in downtown Bastrop, at 1018 Main St., Ste. A and B, on May 22.

The center—which was founded in 2017 by Heidi Little—provides heart-based personal and professional development in multiple areas of body, mind and spirit as well as progressive education for all ages.

The Center for Advancement in Social Emotional Learning also offers a variety of classes, workshops and events.

Little said their goal is to train 10,000 educators this year to bring balance to public service industries like education, social work, counseling and more.