A caregiver training program that teaches practical, research-based behavior management strategies. Participants learn skills they can use to encourage positive behavior, set clear expectations, and respond effectively to challenges.
ADHD & BEHAVIOR DISORDERS CENTER
Behavioral and Emotional Skills Training (BEST)℠
An interactive training experience to teach and apply practical techniques for effective behavior management.
Overview
Adults caring for children often have questions about how to set clear expectations and manage behavior effectively. Especially when children exhibit challenging behaviors, adults want to know exactly how to address these situations with strategies that promote positive behavior, good social-emotional development and increased self-esteem.
The Child Mind Institute’s Behavioral and Emotional Skills Training (BEST)℠ provides this preparation for parents and caregivers. Informed by the most up-to-date research, clinicians provide caregivers with a structured and interactive training experience aimed at the teaching and immediate application of practical techniques for effective behavior management.
BEST℠ Webinar Series
Virtual
Five hours of pre-recorded webinar
For caregivers of children
$150
Additional Information
The BEST℠ webinar series is available on demand, so families can begin learning right after registration.
BEST℠ Webinar Series + Live Parent Consultation
Virtual
Five hours of pre-recorded webinar + live consultations
Quarterly consultations
2026 dates TBD
For caregivers of children
$250
Additional Information
The BEST℠ webinar series is available on demand. Live parent consultations can be scheduled during registration.
Why This Program?
BEST℠ gives caregivers simple, practical tools to help children succeed. You’ll learn skills you can use right away to encourage positive behavior, set clear expectations, and respond calmly to challenges.
Practical Strategies
Learn step-by-step behavior management techniques that can be used at home and in everyday situations.
Flexible Learning
Complete the training online at your own pace, with the option to add a live consultation for personalized support.
Expert Guidance
Learn from Child Mind Institute clinicians who specialize in helping families manage challenging behaviors.
Training Objectives for BEST℠
- Understand the basics of behavior management
- Learn and apply skills consistently and effectively
- Increase confidence in managing challenging behaviors
- Develop a behaviorally-minded network of other caregivers for continued support following training completion
BEST℠ Topics Covered
- Setting routines and clear behavioral expectations
- Positive reinforcement and giving effective directions
- Redirecting minor misbehavior and active ignoring
- Creating behavior goals and individualized behavior plans
- Reprimands, loss of privileges, and time-outs
- Avoiding common pitfalls, managing caregiver stress, and planning for success at home
Frequently Asked Questions
BEST℠ is designed for parents, grandparents, babysitters, nannies, au pairs, and other caregivers who want to build confidence in managing children’s behavior.
Caregivers gain practical, proven strategies to reduce challenging behaviors, improve communication, and create more positive daily routines.
Topics include routines and expectations, positive reinforcement, effective directions, behavior plans, consequences, managing challenging behavior, and strategies for supporting children at home.
The webinar series includes five hours of self-paced training led by Child Mind Institute clinicians. Participants can purchase the webinar series on its own or as part of the Full BEST℠ Package, which includes a live parent consultation.
The live consultation gives caregivers an opportunity to discuss questions about behavior management and receive guidance on applying the strategies learned in the webinar series.
No refunds are available for the webinar series once access has been provided. Participants who cannot attend their scheduled live consultation may be moved to the next available session. Refunds for the live consultation portion may be available if cancellation is made at least 30 days before the original consultation date.
Our model of care requires a dedicated staff to make it work, and we need to charge for their services. We do not accept insurance, but we help families use out-of-network benefits by providing superbills for their insurance company. Additionally, we partner with two organizations to assist with filing, managing claims, verifying benefits, and handling pre-authorizations.
Financial aid is available for families who qualify. We do not run our clinical care for profit. Any excess revenue goes to support financial aid. Please ask our patient experience team for more information.
Learn more on our Financial Aid & Insurance page.
Ready to Get Started?
To register, please submit our interest form or call us at 212.308.3118.
More ADHD Treatments & Services
Our ADHD & Behavior Disorders Center also offers the following specialized group treatment programs and services.
ADHD Summer Program
Help your child build confidence, friendships, and real-life skills in our highly structured, expert-led program. Ages 5-10.
ADHD & Behavior After-School Program
Helping children strengthen self-regulation, social skills, and classroom behavior.
Behavior Therapy Service
Our clinicians utilize a number of behavior treatments strongly supported by research and personalized by our clinicians to each family’s specific needs.
Not Sure Where to Start?
Request an appointment at the Child Mind Institute to get your child evaluated by one of our expert clinicians today.
