Collaborative Problem Solving

Matt Cretsinger, Ed.S. is a Certified Trainer and Kim Hagen is Certified in the Collaborative Problem Solving® (CPS) approach. Collaborative Problem Solving was created by Think:Kids, a program within the #1-ranked Department of Psychiatry in the United States, Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, MA.

Collaborative Problem Solving

Matt Cretsinger, Ed.S. is Certified in the Collaborative Problem Solving® (CPS) approach. Collaborative Problem Solving was created by Think:Kids, a program within the #1-ranked Department of Psychiatry in the United States, Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, MA.

Collaborative Problem Solving

Opportunities For Educators, Parents, & Mental Health Professionals

We are proud to offer a range of services in the Collaborative Problem Solving approach!

Introduction to Collaborative Problem Solving
Essential Foundations (Level 1)
Coaching in the Collaborative Problem Solving approach
Parent/Caregiver Classes

What is the Collaborative Problem Solving approach? Traditional models of discipline have used consequences and rewards to improve negative behaviors in children. While this may be effective for new behaviors, it does not improve behavior concerns that have been ongoing. Alternatively, Collaborative Problem Solving is an evidence-based approach that promotes the philosophy “Kids do well if they can.” It recognizes that children do not lack the will to engage in appropriate behaviors, but instead, they lack the skills needed to do so. CPS first teaches people to better understand the problems that are causing the concerning behaviors then provides them with strategies to help build the skills people struggle to demonstrate in a variety of situations. By utilizing this approach, people are able to work collaboratively to develop long-term solutions to even the most challenging of behavioral concerns. Feel free to learn more about CPS at Think:Kids.org.

For more information, please send any questions to matt@wellnessconnectionofiowa.com

Opportunities For Educators, Parents, & Mental Health Professionals

We are proud to offer a range of services in the Collaborative Problem Solving approach!

Introduction to Collaborative Problem Solving
Essential Foundations (Level 1)
Coaching in the Collaborative Problem Solving approach
Parent/Caregiver Classes

What is the Collaborative Problem Solving approach? Traditional models of discipline have used consequences and rewards to improve negative behaviors in children. While this may be effective for new behaviors, it does not improve behavior concerns that have been ongoing. Alternatively, Collaborative Problem Solving is an evidence-based approach that promotes the philosophy “Kids do well if they can.” It recognizes that children do not lack the will to engage in appropriate behaviors, but instead, they lack the skills needed to do so. CPS first teaches people to better understand the problems that are causing the concerning behaviors then provides them with strategies to help build the skills people struggle to demonstrate in a variety of situations. By utilizing this approach, people are able to work collaboratively to develop long-term solutions to even the most challenging of behavioral concerns. Feel free to learn more about CPS at Think:Kids.org.

For more information, please send any questions to matt@wellnessconnectionofiowa.com

Frequently Asked Questions:

What’s the format of the class?

Introduction to Collaborative Problem Solving can be provided onsite or virtually. The time commitment is approximately 2 hours.
Essential Foundations (Level 1) can be provided onsite or virtually. The time commitment is approximately 12 hours.
Coaching in the Collaborative Problem Solving approach occurs virtually. Twelve 1-hour sessions for teams of up to 15 people.
Parent/Caregiver Classes can be provided onsite or virtually. The time commitment is approximately 9 hours.

What is the cost of the class?

Introduction to Collaborative Problem Solving – $500
Essential Foundations (Level 1) – $400/person
Coaching in the Collaborative Problem Solving approach – $3,000
Parent/Caregiver Classes – $350/person

Frequently Asked Questions:

What’s the format of the class?

Introduction to Collaborative Problem Solving can be provided onsite or virtually. The time commitment is approximately 2 hours.
Essential Foundations (Level 1) can be provided onsite or virtually. The time commitment is approximately 12 hours.
Coaching in the Collaborative Problem Solving approach occurs virtually. Twelve 1-hour sessions for teams of up to 15 people.
Parent/Caregiver Classes can be provided onsite or virtually. The time commitment is approximately 9 hours.

What is the cost of the class?

Introduction to Collaborative Problem Solving – $500
Essential Foundations (Level 1) – $400/person
Coaching in the Collaborative Problem Solving approach – $3,000
Parent/Caregiver Classes – $350/person