About Active Parenting

Active Parenting offers parent educators comprehensive parenting education curricula designed to empower parents and caregivers with effective strategies for raising confident, responsible, and cooperative children. Our philosophy is rooted in the principles of Adlerian psychology, focusing on mutual respect, encouragement, and understanding the child's perspective. We believe in an "active" approach to parenting, which balances warmth and clear boundaries, fostering a positive family environment. Active Parenting programs are developed by Michael Popkin, a renowned counseling psychologist. Our programs are recognized by the nation's most respected evidence-based registries:

• CEBC (California Evidence-Based Clearinghouse for Child Welfare)

• OASAS (NY State Office of Addiction Services and Supports)

• OJJDP Model Programs Guide

• Penn State Clearinghouse for Military Family Readiness

These listings represent decades of peer-reviewed research demonstrating that our methods improve parenting skills like communication, strengthen discipline, improve child behavior, and support healthy child development.

We are DEDICATED to preparing parent educators to help families and we are COMMITTED to supporting families EVERY STAGE. EVERY STEP.