Through no-cost services, CCR&R helps strengthen early learning environments by supporting the implementation of effective classroom practices, practical resources, and clear procedures.
We serve alongside the early childhood workforce to foster social development, promote trauma-informed care, address challenging behaviors with intention, and support the overall well-being of children and those that care for them.
CCR&R behavioral health services support Iowa child care providers through coaching, consultation, and classroom strategies. These behavioral health services help programs improve early care environments and respond to children’s needs with confidence.
What Are CCR&R Behavioral Health Services?
CCR&R Behavioral Health Services support child care programs, providers, and children across Iowa. These behavioral health services help programs build strong, positive learning environments.
Child Care Consultants work directly with programs to identify needs. They share tools and provide guidance to support children’s social skill development.
Children learn best when they feel calm, safe, and engaged.
CCR&R Behavioral Health Specialists and Child Care Consultants use a proactive approach to behavior support.
A key first step is working with your Child Care Consultant. Together, you can set classroom routines and practices that support connection and engagement before challenges begin.
CCR&R takes a whole-program approach benefiting children, staff, and families.
Programs do not need to have behavior concerns to receive support. Services are available to help programs build strong, positive environments.
Whole Classroom Supports May Include:
- Modeling social-emotional skills
- Leading classroom activities
- Help creating supportive child care environments
- PBIS training and program-wide support
- Problem-solving for challenging behaviors
- Resources to strengthen family partnerships
- On-site visits
Learn more about CCR&R’s multi-tiered behavior support and preventative classroom practices:
Child Care Coaching and Consultation
CCR&R child care coaching provides support tailored to each program’s needs. These behavioral health services help providers strengthen classroom practices and support children’s development.
Coaching may help providers:
- Build classroom routines
- Respond to challenging behaviors
- Support children during transitions
- Strengthen communication with families
- Create calm learning environments
- Strengthen social-emotional teaching practices
Children learn best when they feel safe, supported, and connected. CCR&R Behavioral Health Services focuses on prevention strategies. These strategies help programs build strong foundations before challenges increase.
Behavioral Health Intervention Services in Iowa
Behavioral health intervention services in Iowa provide additional support for programs that need more focused help. These services help providers respond to challenging behaviors and support children’s success.
How Services Work
CCR&R behavioral health services follow a clear, step-by-step process. These services give providers access to specialized support as quickly as possible.
Step 2
Identify Program Needs
Behavioral Health Specialists and consultants work with programs to identify goals, challenges, and areas for support.
Step 3
Receive Ongoing Support
Programs receive coaching, resources, classroom strategies, and follow-up support based on their individual needs.
Who Can Access Services?
Behavioral health services Iowa providers can access are available to:
- Child care centers
- Preschool programs
- Home child care providers
Services support programs that serve infants, toddlers, preschool-age children, and school-age children.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is early childhood mental health consultation?
Early childhood mental health consultation helps providers support children’s social and emotional development and encourage positive behavior.
While CCR&R does not provide medical or clinical mental health services, it offers guidance, tools, and coaching to help providers create supportive classroom environments.
Do programs need serious behavior concerns to request support?
No. Programs do not need serious behavior concerns to request support.
Providers can get help with routines, transitions, and social-emotional learning. Support is available before challenges begin.
Is support available for home-based providers?
Yes. CCR&R behavioral health services are available for both center-based and home-based providers.
This includes family child care homes and other early care settings.
What types of support are available?
CCR&R behavioral health services include coaching, classroom strategies, and practical tools.
Providers can also receive help with behavior guidance, routines, and creating positive learning environments.
How do I request support?
Providers can use the Contact Us page to request support.
A CCR&R Behavioral Health Specialist will follow up.
Who provides the support?
Behavioral Health Specialists and Child Care Consultants provide support.
They work directly with providers to offer guidance, coaching, and practical strategies.