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Wednesday Groups at HBCC
First Wednesday of every month
First Wednesday of every month
First Wednesday of every month
2nd Wednesday of every month
First Wednesday of every month
First Wednesday of every month
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Third Wednesday of every month
Fourth Wednesday of every month
Fourth Wednesday of every month
Fourth Wednesday of every month
Fourth Wednesday of every month
Fourth Wednesday of every month
School Behavior Support
1st Wednesday Drop-ins Welcome, No RSVP Required
Suite 210
See you there!
- February 4
- March 4
- April 1
This session helps parents better understand and address challenging behaviors at school. Get practical guidance on behavior support planning (including 504/IEP insights) and learn strategies from experienced advocate who is Certified in Collaborative Problem Solving®.
Moderated by fellow parent Diane Lew, Ed.D.
Certified in Collaborative Problem Solving®
Men's Group
2nd Wednesday Drop-ins Welcome, No RSVP Required
Suite 210
See you there!
- February 11
- March 11
- April 8
A monthly Wednesday evening gathering just for dads and male caregivers.
Share experiences, learn from one another, and explore solutions through the Collaborative Problem Solving® lens in a supportive community.
Moderated by fellow parent Kevin Opyrchal.
Trained in Collaborative Problem Solving®
Women's Group
3rd Wednesday Drop-ins Welcome, No RSVP Required
Suite 210
See you there!
- February 18
- March 18
- April 15
This group offers a supportive space for women caregivers to connect, share experiences, and explore strategies for quieting the inner critic, self-regulation, and navigating the emotional challenges of parenting behaviorally complex children through a Collaborative Problem Solving® lens.
Moderated by fellow parent Coach Lisa Pierro.
Trained in Collaborative Problem Solving®
Role Play Group
4th Wednesday Role Play Group Drop-ins Welcome, No RSVP Required
Suite 210
See you there!
- February 25
- March 25
- April 22
The Role Play Group is an interactive session where parents practice real-world responses to common parenting challenges. Using guided role-play in a safe and structured environment, participants build confidence and skills in applying Collaborative Problem Solving® strategies with their children and families.
Moderated by fellow parent Elisa Brown, MSW
Certified in Collaborative Problem Solving®
Meet our School Behavior Support Group Moderator
Diane Lew Ed.D.
- Since 1999 she has supported students with disabilities as a general education teacher, a special education teacher, a district-level special education program coordinator, and a school principal. Through her background and experience, she has gained a thorough knowledge of K-12 standards and curriculum; assessment and data analysis; effective classroom management strategies and positive behavior support strategies; development of individualized education plans (IEPs) and 504 accommodations plans; design, management, and revision of behavior support plans; design, procedures and legal aspects of special education; and, conflict resolution strategies.
Dr. Lew possesses a Clear Multiple Subject Teaching Credential, a Level II Education Specialist Instruction Specialist Credential with Autism Authorization, and an Administrative Services Credential. In addition to her bachelor’s degree, she has also earned a master’s degree in educational administration and doctoral degree in education.
Dr Lew founded, Special Education Advocacy Solutions (SEAS) which has a mission to ensure that every child is receiving the program, supports, and services that they require as well as the social-emotional support they need in order to feel safe and connected to their learning. Dr. Lew is Certified in Collaborative Problem Solving® and is proudly partnered with HBCC.
Meet our Men's Group Moderator
Kevin Opyrchal
Kevin leads the men's group and is a parent of a teen and young adult.
Kevin has attended the HBCC parent classes (three times!). He also participated in two of the HBCC Role-Play Enhancement Workshops and trained in a Collaborative Problem Solving® Essential Foundation Level I and Advanced Concepts Level 2.
Kevin also did a book study group with HBCC on Stuart Ablon, Ph.D. book, “Change-able" and joined the Greater Orange County CHADD Parent Support Group on many occasions. He is on track to becoming certified in Collaborative Problem Solving®.
Kevin has found solutions to the communication problems he had been having with his son and is passionate to join with his community and share solutions. Kevin's relationship with his son, who is diagnosed with ADHD, has improved greatly and his communication improvements with his neurotypical daughter have been a side-benefit.
Additionally, Kevin has experience with the effects that drug addiction and alcoholism can have on relationships in the family as well, he sadly experienced these effects and the death of his former spouse, the mother of his children.
Kevin has many life experiences, and although no expert, he has been exposed to the many nuances of the LGBTQI+ community, including biological sex, gender identity and gender expression.
Kevin is another parent, like you, who is traversing this challenging responsibility called parenting. He wants to share his experiences and hope with you to find solutions for those who are finding challenges in their relationships with their children.
Meet our Women's Group Moderator
Lisa Pierro, ICF ACC
Lisa is a Certified Coach through the International Coaching Federation, an author and program developer of "Taming the Inner Judge" and "Quiet Your Inner Critic to Stay Regulated", Lisa helps people transform destructive reactions into calm responses, fostering healthier relationships.
A compassionate professional with a diverse background, now devoted to self-development through understanding emotional intelligence, our inner voices and the role they play behind the scenes.
She has taken parenting courses through HBCC and Stowell Learning Center. Lisa has also completed the Collaborative Problem Solving® Essential Training Level 1and the Advanced Concepts Level 2.
As an individual who learned compensatory strategies to live with undiagnosed ADHD most of her life (now officially diagnosed and taking medication) she has lived the many sides of a complex life with her husband and 3 children (now adults). She understands the struggles and wins from an individual point of view (POV) and from the parent's POV.
Meet our Role Play Group Moderator
Elisa Brown, MSW
Elisa is the Moderator of HBCC’s Monthly CPS Role Play Group, where she facilitates a supportive, interactive space for parents and professionals to practice real-life Collaborative Problem Solving® (CPS) conversations. Through guided role plays and group discussion, Elisa helps participants build confidence, gain clarity, and develop effective strategies for responding to challenging behaviors in calmer, more collaborative ways.
Elisa is Certified in Collaborative Problem Solving® (CPS) and brings both clinical experience and lived insight to help participants strengthen communication, emotional regulation, and collaborative problem-solving skills. She is also one of HBCC’s instructors for the Collaborative Problem Solving® Parent Course, supporting families as they apply CPS tools to everyday challenges.
Her facilitation style is relational and strengths-based, creating a safe and engaging environment rooted in connection, curiosity, and practical learning.