Free Collaborative Problem Solving Parent Classes

Free & Web-Based for Oregon Parents! All current classes are offered via Zoom and generously funded by the Oregon Health Authority. Classes are facilitated by expert local Oregon trainers certified by Think:Kids • Learn the Collaborative Problem Solving® approach & effective ways to reduce conflict • Build skills & confidence in using the CPS approach • Network & share information about community resources • Develop new understanding of challenging behavior & learn new ways to help your child • Rethink conventional approaches to behavioral difficulties and strengthen relationships • Gain support from other parents, grandparents, foster parents, and caregivers The CPS Approach The Collaborative Problem Solving® approach is an evidence-based method to managing challenging behavior that promotes the understanding that challenging kids lack the skill - not the will - to behave; specifically, skills related to problem-solving, flexibility and frustration tolerance. Unlike traditional models of discipline, the CPS approach avoids the use of power, control and motivational procedures and instead focuses on collaborating with the child/ youth/ young adult to solve the problems leading to challenging behavior and building the skills they need to succeed.