Comprehensive Consulting & Prevention Services

• Professional Development and Consultation: Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR), Mental Health Awareness Training, Customized Suicide Protocols and Tools.

• Student and Parent Programs: Sources of Strength, QPR for Youth, Social Media Safety 

• Critical Response/Crisis Support: Collaboration with school districts and community partners.

• Related Legislation: HB123
  * CLICK HERE  for a further breakdown of the SAVE Students Act (HB 123)  emotional and physical safety requirements and initiation timelines.

Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) is the world’s leading provider of evidence-based de-escalation training. CPI programs equip staff with crisis intervention and de-escalation skills that reduce challenging behavior and help prevent future incidents. Over 17 million individuals are trained in CPI's de-escalation techniques and are making measurable impacts on the safety of their workplaces.

CPI training programs are designed to help your organization identify, prevent, and de-escalate crises. Each program provides clear, self-guided training paths, and can be customized to meet the needs of your organization, staff, and the individuals you serve.  

Meke Wiggins
meke.wiggins@escneo.org  
(216) 524-3000

Tom Hanicak
tom.hanicak@escneo.org
(216) 446-3821

Leah Euerle
leah.euerle@escneo.org
(216) 524-3000

Maddy Moser
maddy.moser@escneo.org
(440) 477-0249

• Professional Development and Consultation
  • Attendance Leaders PLC
• School Attendance Mediation Program for Cuyahoga County 
• Legislation Support

Violence Prevention and Threat Assessment

• Professional Development using the HB123 approved Comprehensive School Threat Assessment Guidelines (CSTAG) Model
• Coaching and consultation
• Technical Assistance
• Grant opportunities available

Learn More about CSTAG Training Guidelines

Upcoming Trainings & Registration

Resources

• CSTAG School Threat Assessment
• ORC 5502.263 Model Threat Assessment Plan
• OSSC Model Policy
• OSSC Threat Assessment

Handle With Care – Cuyahoga County

• Benefits all children, not just those with identified needs
• Helps teachers respond to trauma’s impact on learning
• Encourages understanding behavior through a trauma-informed lens
• Strengthens collaboration among schools, law enforcement, and mental health partners
• Provides educators with a discreet “heads up” to offer care instead of consequences
• Connects families to mental health services when needed
• Training ensures safe and consistent implementation
• Builds resiliency in children and communities

The Northeast Ohio School Counselor and Social Worker Network brings together elementary, middle, and high school counselors and social workers dedicated to advancing their professional growth and impact. This network provides ongoing opportunities for learning, collaboration, and sharing of best practices to strengthen support for students’ academic success and social-emotional well-being. Members gain access to valuable resources, tools, and connections that help them better serve students, families, and school communities across Northeast Ohio.

• Sept. 15, 2025 - Register here
• Dec. 12, 2025 - Register here
• Feb. 6, 2026 - Register here
• March 19, 2026 - Register here