Stop Now and Plan
SNAP®
Struggling with your child's behavior? You're not alone — and there's a proven program that can help. For free.
SNAP® is an evidence-based, 13-week program that teaches children ages 6–11 and their parents how to manage emotions, solve problems, and make better choices. Developed by the Child Development Institute and funded by the Florida Network of Youth and Family Services, SNAP® is offered at no cost to families in Palm Beach County.
Children and caregivers learn together — building skills as a family, not in isolation. Siblings are welcome too.
Developed in 1985 and now used internationally, SNAP® is backed by decades of research showing real, lasting results.
Funded by the Florida Network of Youth and Family Services and Youth Services Department — no cost to families, ever.
Children are not born knowing how to manage their emotions. They learn it — through practice, support, and the patient guidance of the adults in their lives. SNAP® gives families the tools to learn together.
— Center for Child CounselingSNAP® Services for Every Family
Gender-specific 13-week groups for children ages 6–11. Through role-playing, interactive games, group discussions, and self-reflection, children learn to manage emotions, solve problems, and build positive relationships.
Parents and caregivers meet at the same time as the children's group — learning the same SNAP® strategies so the whole family speaks the same language. Connect with other families facing similar challenges.
A 13-week universal prevention curriculum delivered in the classroom that creates a "SNAP® culture" — teaching the whole class how their thoughts, feelings, and actions impact each other. Teachers participate actively and continue reinforcing skills after completion.
Beyond group sessions, families receive personalized case management and support — including home visits, school advocacy, crisis intervention, and connection to additional resources and services.
Are you a father or father figure looking to strengthen your bond with your child? The SNAP® Father First initiative provides dedicated support for dads — any father, stepfather, grandfather, uncle, or male caregiver of a child age 17 or younger who wants to strengthen their relationship and parenting approach.
What Parents Are Saying
My child has learned to take a step back and think before reacting. The change at home has been incredible — fewer arguments, more communication.
— SNAP® ParentI didn't realize how much I needed this too. Learning alongside my child has changed how we talk to each other and how we handle tough moments together.
— SNAP® ParentThe group setting was so important — knowing other families are going through the same thing made us feel less alone. My son actually looks forward to going.
— SNAP® ParentMy daughter used to get sent to the principal's office every week. Since SNAP®, her teacher says she's a different kid. She's making friends and staying calm.
— SNAP® ParentThe SNAP® strategies work at home, at school, everywhere. My child now says 'I need to stop and plan' when he's getting frustrated. It actually works.
— SNAP® ParentI wish we had found this program sooner. It gave our whole family a new way to communicate and work through problems without everything turning into a fight.
— SNAP® ParentReady to Join?
SNAP® is completely free for families in Palm Beach County. Fill out the interest form to learn about upcoming groups, or contact our intake team for a referral.
Fill out our quick interest form and a member of our team will contact you about upcoming SNAP® groups.
Interest Form →For professionals, schools, and community partners — submit a referral through our intake team.
Referral Form →SNAP® services are funded by the Florida Network of Youth and Family Services and the Palm Beach County Youth Services Department.
