Collaborative Problem Solving® Parent/Caregiver Class (8 - Weeks)

8 Online Sessions |Tuesdays: 12:00 pm -1:30 pm ET/ 9:00 am - 10:30 am PT

Think:Kids invites parents and caregivers to learn Collaborative Problem Solving® (CPS), the revolutionary, evidence-based 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.

Session Dates

• May 31
• June 7
• June 14
• June 21
• June 28
• July 5
• July 12
• July 19

Course Requirements

When registering, you are signing up for 8 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 8 sessions will receive a certificate of participation.

One-Time Participation Fee

• Individuals: $395 USD for all 8-sessions
• Two Co- parents/Caregivers: $515 USD for all 8-sessions

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

Scholarships

If you require financial assistance please contact us to apply for a scholarship. Funds are limited, and the application does not guarantee an award. To apply, please email: thinkkidsinfo@partners.org with the subject line “Scholarship Application.”

About Your Think:Kids Parent Class Trainer

Erin Hill, Ph.D., is a Licensed Psychologist and Clinical Instructor in the Department of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and a full-time CPS Certified Trainer & Consultant at Think:Kids. Dr. Hill has worked with youth and families in a variety of settings including inpatient, outpatient, residential treatment, and therapeutic schools and summer camps. The primary focus of Dr. Hill’s training has been on providing evidence-based treatment to children and adolescents experiencing acute emotional distress and/or behavioral challenges.

Dr. Hill received her doctorate in clinical psychology from Suffolk University and her master’s in child development from Tufts University. Dr. Hill completed her internship training at Astor Services for Children and Families, in Rhinebeck, NY. She also completed postdoctoral fellowship training at the University of Minnesota.