education

for all parents
CPI offers classes to parents of children ages 0-18. Each class is led by a trained parent educator who provides tools that parents can adapt to their own family's needs. All CPI classes have a strong child development foundation, supporting the belief that each child and parent brings unique needs and temperament to family life.

Although many classes are held at the G.K. Hardt Children & Family Resource Center in southwest Santa Rosa, others are conveniently located throughout Sonoma County.

Classes include New Mother Support Group, Terrific Toddlers, Happiest Baby on the Block, Disciplining without Shouting or Spanking, Positive Parenting. In addition, classes involving infants and toddlers, such as Infant Massage and Kindergym, are attended by parents and children together.

responding to parents' needs
Families don't come in one shape and size, and CPI's parenting classes are tailored to meet the needs of parents in special circumstances. We offer dad's programs, support for teen parents, and classes for parents who are divorced, single and in stepfamilies. We have a class addressing issues of concern to gay parents, and teach workshops on internet safety for children. We can design classes for school sites and the workplace.

se habla español
CPI embraces the diversity of the Sonoma County population, and offers much-needed resources with highly trained bilingual educators for parents who primarily speak Spanish. Spanish-language services are available across all programs.

car seat safety program
CPI offers low-cost car seat classes in English and Spanish. Parents or parents-to-be who attend the class receive a voucher for a low-cost child safety seat, and learn to safely install it into a car.

special needs families
CPI provides support and education for parents with special needs children, including in-home visitations, specialized classes and resource referrals. Additionally we have programs that address the needs of parents who are recovering from substance abuse.

family preservation

home visitation
CPI parent educators are often out in the community, connecting in homes of parents who can not attend parenting classes. Many of these parents are at risk of child abuse and neglect. They often face barriers such as lack of English skills or transportation, or even fear of being in a group setting. The CPI educators do more than coach in parenting skills. They provide referrals to critical services, and the support of a caring and trusted friend. In-home consultations are available to any parent who has a concern and would like to learn new parenting strategies.

parenting apart
Parents face special challenges as they grapple with separation, divorce and creating blended families. CPI provides support through several classes and programs that include the nationally-recognized Kids' Turn program for parents and children. The six-week program focuses on the needs and feelings of children of divorce while offering parents insights and skills that can help children cope effectively.

Additionally, CPI offers classes on single parenting, co-parenting after separation or divorce, and parenting in a blended family, as well as CPI classes for parents involved in a high-conflict divorce who may need special help in overcoming parenting and communication challenges.

second chances: sonoma county sheriff's department
CPI offers parenting classes to mothers and fathers incarcerated in Sonoma County jails. For many of the inmates, it is the first time they have been educated about parenting. This allows parents to break the cycle of drugs and illegal activity, so that their children have a better chance at a good life.

children's counseling

CPI's counseling program provides comprehensive mental health counseling to children ages 3-18. Our counseling program addresses a wide range of childhood challenges and traumas. Behavior problems, divorce, abuse, childhood depression, anxiety and peer conflicts are some of the many problems for which children and their families turn to our program for assistance. Our therapists provide time limited treatment designed to resolve specific childhood issues.

Through our Child Abuse Treatment Program, funded by CalEMA you may qualify for no-cost services. We also accept Medi-Cal, private pay and Victim's Compensation and private pay. To schedule an appointment or learn more about our program call (707) 585-6108.

father programs

Dad's Connection
CPI has been a community leader in offering parenting support to both custodial and non-custodial fathers. Integrated throughout CPI's parenting services is acknowledgement of the important role fathers play in the lives of their children. Fathering is fundamental to CPI's parenting curriculum and all parenting services incorporate a focus on a father's role in parenting.

child development training for professionals

CPI offers training and consultations for doctors, nurses, therapists and other professionals who provide services to children and families. We are an approved provider of continuing education units for MFCs and LCSWs. We also provide training in the nationally regarded 'Touchpoints' child wellness program.