Sometimes parents feel abandoned and alone when they are raising a challenging child.  Parents have often tried everything from sticker charts to rewards and punishment at home, yet the young person is still struggling to meet expectations. 

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As a Certified Provider and Trainer in the Collaborative and Proactive Solutions ™ (CPS) model, I am dedicated to helping children, youth and their families overcome behavioural, emotional, and social challenges through an empathetic, non-punitive approach.

 

Developed by Dr. Ross Greene, Clinical Psychologist and author of several books including The Explosive Child, the CPS framework is evidenced based and recognizes that children do well if they can - not if they want to. By identifying the unsolved problems and working collaboratively and proactively to find mutually satisfactory solutions, the root causes of concerning behaviours can be addressed while children become equipped with the tools that they need to succeed. By fostering a compassionate, problem-solving dynamic, children and adults feel heard, respected and empowered to problem solve proactively and collaboratively.

 

Through consultation, modeling and practice, parents and children are guided through the three steps of the CPS model. Check out the CPS website to find great free resources and an overview of the CPS model: