Helping the Behaviorally Challenging Child

06/08/2026

🌟🌟Registration Open for July Class at HBCC🌟🌟

Having a child with challenging behavior can feel lonely and isolating, leaving parents and caregivers feeling lost.

Traditional rewards and consequences have been ineffective, despite everyone's best efforts.

The way behaviors are addressed absolutely matters because the wrong approach will put the child in the stress response and the resistance becomes an adult/child power struggle, that is like pouring gas on a fire, leaving everyone to wonder, "how did this happen?"

But there is HOPE🌟 with Collaborative Problem Solving®
HBCC equips adults with tools to teach children self-regulation, frustration tolerance and problem-solving skills to strengthen the adult/child relationship, helping to get expectations met and setting the groundwork for a lifetime of wellbeing.
Same expectations, using a completely different approach, Collaborative Problem Solving®

The Collaborative Problem Solving® approach is an evidence-based, trauma-informed method 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.

Registration is open. Spaces are limited.
Classes beginning July 28th.

The Collaborative Problem Solving®(CPS) approach is owned and developed by Think:Kids, a program based in the Department of Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH) in Boston, MA. Those CPS Certified receive ongoing supervision from T:K and are independent of MGH

04/25/2026

🌟 HBCC SPEAKER SERIES CONTINUES 🌟

We’re excited to welcome Lindsey Krogh, LCSW 💛
Registered Play Therapist Supervisor with 27+ years of experience supporting children and families on their healing journey.

✨ What You’ll Learn:
🧠 Nervous System 101 – How to move through stressful moments with your child or teen
💧 Fill Your Cup – Creating a realistic self-care plan as a parent
🌿 Nature’s Healing Power – How getting outside and moving your body supports joy and connection

💡 Why This Matters:
Play therapy helps children:
💛 Regulate their nervous system
🗣️ Express thoughts and emotions
🤝 Strengthen attachment with caregivers
🌱 Build self-esteem and resilience
🧩 Develop problem-solving skills and heal from hard experiences

📍 Join Us:
🗓️ April 27th
⏰ 7:00 – 9:00 PM
📍 145 W. Main St., Tustin, CA

Come learn practical, compassionate tools to support your child—and yourself. You don’t have to do this alone. 💛

03/10/2026

Having a child with challenging behavior can feel lonely and isolating, leaving parents and caregivers feeling lost.
Traditional rewards and consequences have been ineffective, despite everyone's best efforts.

The way behaviors are addressed absolutely matters because the wrong approach will put the child in the stress response and the resistance becomes an adult/child power struggle, that is like pouring gas on a fire, leaving everyone to wonder, "how did this happen?"

But there is HOPE with Collaborative Problem Solving®
HBCC equips adults with tools to teach children self-regulation, frustration tolerance and problem-solving skills to strengthen the adult/child relationship, helping to get expectations met and setting the groundwork for a lifetime of wellbeing.

Same expectations, using a completely different approach, Collaborative Problem Solving®

The Collaborative Problem Solving® approach is an evidence-based, trauma-informed method 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.

Registration is open. Spaces are limited.

Classes beginning April 11th and May 7th. Join one of these for the 6-week series.

The Collaborative Problem Solving®(CPS) approach is owned and developed by Think:Kids, a program based in the Department of Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH) in Boston, MA. Those CPS Certified receive ongoing supervision from T:K and are independent of MGH.

02/26/2026

Explosive - big emotions - implosive 

Ever wonder if this is manipulative, on purpose?

Having a child with challenging behavior can feel lonely and isolating, leaving parents and caregivers feeling lost.

Traditional rewards and consequences have been ineffective, despite everyone's best efforts.

The way behaviors are addressed absolutely matters because the wrong approach will put the child in the stress response and the resistance becomes an adult/child power struggle, that is like pouring gas on a fire, leaving everyone to wonder, "how did this happen?"

But there is HOPE with Collaborative Problem Solving®

HBCC equips adults with tools to teach children self-regulation, frustration tolerance and problem-solving skills to strengthen the adult/child relationship, helping to get expectations met and setting the groundwork for a lifetime of wellbeing.

Same expectations, using a completely different approach, Collaborative Problem Solving®

The Collaborative Problem Solving® approach is an evidence-based, trauma-informed method 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.

Registration is open. Spaces are limited.
Classes beginning March 5th, April 11th and May 7th. Join one of these for the 6-week series.

The Collaborative Problem Solving®(CPS) approach is owned and developed by Think:Kids, a program based in the Department of Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH) in Boston, MA. Those CPS Certified receive ongoing supervision from T:K and are independent of MGH.

02/09/2026

Raising complex kids? You are not alone!

2nd Wednesday - Men's group

3rd Wednesday - Women's group

4th Wednesday - Role Play

1st Wednesday - School Behavior Support (for Parents)

We hope to see you at HBCC on Wednesdays.

6:30 - 8:30pm

145 W. Main Street, Ste 210

Tustin, CA 92780

01/14/2026

Recent testimonial from a client at HBCC who took the Collaborative Problem Solving®(CPS/TK) 6-Week Series.

"I am able to use and exercise these [methods] back at home and at work. This has made a great positive change in my child's and my life."

Traditional rewards and consequences have been ineffective, despite everyone's best efforts.

The way behaviors are addressed absolutely matters because the wrong approach will put the child in the stress response and the resistance becomes an adult/child power struggle, that is like pouring gas on a fire, leaving everyone to wonder, "how did this happen?"

But there is HOPE with Collaborative Problem Solving®(CPS/TK).

HBCC equips adults with tools to teach children self-regulation, frustration tolerance and problem-solving skills to strengthen the adult/child relationship, helping to get expectations met and setting the groundwork for a lifetime of wellbeing.

Same expectations, using a completely different approach...

The Collaborative Problem Solving® approach is an evidence-based, trauma-informed method 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.

Registration is open. Spaces are limited.

The Collaborative Problem Solving®(CPS) approach is owned and developed by Think:Kids, a program based in the Department of Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH) in Boston, MA. Those CPS Certified receive ongoing supervision from T:K and are independent of MGH.

12/31/2025

HBCC NOW in South County - We are excited to announce The Collaborative Problem Solving® (CPS) Parent Class is now being offered at The LaunchPad Therapy for Kids in SJC.

🔹 **HBCC Evening Parent Class**
*6 Tuesday evenings beginning January 27 | 6:30–8:30 PM*

Build practical skills using the Collaborative Problem Solving® (CPS) approach to better understand and respond to challenging behavior.

The Collaborative Problem Solving® (CPS) approach is owned and developed by Think:Kids® [www.thinkkids.org], a program based in the Department of Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) in Boston, MA.

12/31/2025

📅 **January 2026 Is Packed with Support at HBCC!** Check out our Calendar on the HBCC.us website

Helping the Behaviorally Challenging Child (HBCC) has a full lineup of parent and caregiver offerings this January—designed to support regulation, understanding, and effective responses to challenging behavior.

Here’s what’s coming up:

🔹 **HBCC Saturday Parent Class**
*6 Saturdays beginning January 10 | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM*
Build practical skills using the Collaborative Problem Solving® (CPS) approach to better understand and respond to challenging behavior.

📍 **Heart4Kids Coaching, Training & Therapy Center**
145 W. Main Street, Tustin, CA 92780

🔹 **HBCC Evening Parent Class**
*6 Tuesday evenings beginning January 27 | 6:30–8:30 PM*
A CPS-based class for caregivers who need evening options.

📍 **The LaunchPad**
31351 Rancho Viejo Road, Suite 107
San Juan Capistrano, CA

🔹 **Stay Regulated by Calming Your Inner Critic**
*5 Thursday mornings beginning January 29 | 10:00–11:30 AM*
Learn how adult regulation supports calmer, more effective family dynamics.

📍 **Heart4Kids Coaching, Training & Therapy Center**
145 W. Main Street, Tustin, CA 92780

✨ FREE Presentation: Introduction to EMDR
📅 January 24 | 10:00–11:00 AM
📍 Heart4Kids Coaching, Training & Therapy Center
145 W. Main Street, Tustin, CA 92780

Presented by:
Jolee Hibbard, MA, PsyD
Cristina Deneve, MA, LMFT, EMDR Certified

You’ll learn:
• Why staying calm is often harder than it sounds
• How subtle stress and trauma can influence our reactions to our children
• How emotional regulation supports the CPS approach in real life

👉 **Learn more and register:** hbcc.us/parent-classes

The Collaborative Problem Solving® (CPS) approach is owned and developed by Think:Kids® ([www.thinkkids.org](http://www.thinkkids.org)), a program based in the Department of Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) in Boston, MA.

Compliance is about Skill, Not Will

12/17/2025

You are not alone when you connect with us at HBCC

Women's group- Wednesday, December 17th
6:30-8:30pm

1st Wednesday - School Behavior Support (for Parents)
2nd Wednesday - Men's group
3rd Wednesday - Women's group

We hope to see you at HBCC on Wednesdays.
6:30 - 8:30pm
145 W. Main Street, Ste 210
Tustin, CA 92780

11/12/2025

Men caregivers, dads, grandpas, uncle's come chill with others who get where you're at raising incredible, yet challenging kids.

Tonight November 12, 2025

We hope to see you at HBCC on Wednesdays.

6:30 - 8:30pm

145 W. Main Street, Ste 210

Tustin, CA 92780

1st Wednesday - School Behavior Support (for Parents)

2nd Wednesday - Men's group

3rd Wednesday - Women's group

4th Wednesday - Role Play