Collaborative Problem Solving® Parent / Caregiver Class | February 2025

Think:Kids invites parents and caregivers to learn Collaborative Problem Solving® (CPS), the evidence-based and trauma-informed approach for helping children develop the skills they need to manage their behavior. This class teaches parents and guardians how to reduce challenging behaviors by using the CPS approach with their child.

This is an introductory class for those not yet familiar with Collaborative Problem Solving.

Class materials, breakout sessions, and opportunities for questions and answers will be a part of this highly interactive parent class experience.

During this interactive training you will:

• Understand why children sometimes struggle to meet day-to-day expectations.
• Learn the Collaborative Problem Solving approach to addressing conflicts in a way that reduces challenging behaviors, improves relationships, and teaches critical skills.
• Practice addressing problems before things become escalated between you and your child.
• Connect with other parents in a compassionate and non-judgmental setting.

• January 28
• February 4
• February 11
• February 18
• February 25
• March 4

When registering, you are signing up for 6 Weeks. Attendance is required for each day as the learning builds upon the previous session's content. This class is tailored for parents and takes place entirely online. You will need to have email, basic computer skills, and internet access, and a web camera in order to participate in the sessions. Those who attend all 6 sessions will receive a certificate of participation.

• Individuals: $395 USD for all 6-sessions
• Two Co- parents/Caregivers: $515 USD for all 6-sessions

** Must be discussing the same child in order to take advantage of the Two Co-parent /Caregiver discount**

Financial Assistance: If you require financial assistance, please apply for assistance by completing this form. Funds are limited, and the application does not guarantee an award. Application is due 2 weeks before the training begins.

, has worked in child and adolescent services since 1988 in a variety of settings including child welfare, youth justice, education and child and youth mental health. He began his career as a child & youth worker, then following receipt of a Masters in Education degree in 1998 became a therapist. Currently he is the Executive Director of a Children’s Mental Health Centre in Ottawa, Canada.

Michael has been committed to implementing the Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS) approach across Ontario, and to date has trained approximately 8,000 people in Ontario. This includes the police, fire departments, children’s aid societies, parent organizations, other mental health organizations, and learning institutions (schools, colleges and universities). All of which are working together towards the common goal of improving outcomes for the ever increasing number of children and youth requiring mental health services. He is one of 2 Master trainers in Canada for Collaborative Problem Solving. Michael also is involved with the Advisory Council of Think:Kids at Massachusetts General Hospital.

Host or Publisher Think:Kids at MGH: Collaborative Problem Solving®