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Collaborative Problem Solving®(CPS)
Collaborative Problem Solving®, developed at Massachusetts General Hospital, is an evidence-based, trauma informed practise proven to reduce challenging/concerning behaviour, teach kids the skills they lack ,and build relationships with adults. We can help bring a more accurate, compassionate, and effective approach to working with children with behaviour challenges at home at home, in your school or organization. We work with families, community groups and schools to help parents/caregivers and teachers build the cognitive skills kids need for a happier more peaceful family life and successful school experience.
How Collaborative Problem Solving® (CPS) Helps
CPS requires us to change how we view and work with our children presenting challenging/concerning behaviours.
Identify the specific situations in which concerning behaviours are likely to occur.
Reduce or eliminate challenging behaviour by solving the situations in which they occur.
Use the Plan B conversation to solve problems collaboratively.
Help your child develop the skills to be more flexible, solve problems, and handle frustration more effectively.
Build or restore the helping relationship with your child
Presentations
We offer various presentations for parents, caregivers, teachers and school staff that teach the Collaborative Problem Solving® approach to support children’s mental health, build cognitive skills, reduce concerning behaviour and improve relationships, communication and confidence. These programs help to reduce stress and enhance youth-adult interactions at home and at school.
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Coaching
Parent support includes Collaborative Problem Solving® coaching, managing challenging behaviour at home and in the community, problem-solving around school issues and working with the school system.
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Now Available!
Is your school a caring community where success – for ALL students – is not only possible, but actually expected? Find out what can be done to help all students succeed, as you read about how Chris Alexiou, during his 35 year career as a teacher and school principal, applied Collaborative Problem Solving® to achieve exactly that.
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