Help your district strengthen school climate, support at-risk students, train staff, and implement practical violence prevention and reentry systems — aligned with Project AWARE and federal school safety priorities.
The Crisis Is Real — The Solution Is Here
Gun-related deaths annually in the U.S.
Source: CDC
Of K–12 school shooters were current or former students
Source: Everytown
Obtained firearms from home — prevention starts there
Source: DOJ
More likely: domestic violence becomes lethal with a firearm present
Source: DOJ
Tier 1–3 Intervention Framework
A complete continuum of evidence-based curricula — from prevention to intensive intervention — designed for U.S. school districts, courts, and youth agencies.
Evidence-BasedTier 3 Intervention
Gun Violence Intervention Workbook
America's #1 evidence-based gun violence intervention curriculum for schools. 30+ modules covering trauma, conflict resolution, cognitive distortions, and behavioral change.
NACATP AccreditedTier 2 Intervention
Participant Workbook
Live instructor-led anger management program equipping individuals with strategies to manage and understand their anger effectively. Developed by Dr. Derek Collins.
New ReleaseTier 1 Prevention
Teen Dating Violence Prevention for Girls
A comprehensive teen dating violence prevention workbook for girls. Builds healthy relationship skills, emotional intelligence, and personal safety awareness.
District PackageComprehensive System
Violence Prevention, Threat Response & Reinstatement
A plug-and-play operational system for schools: threat assessment protocols, case management, student reinstatement templates, and staff training — all in one package.
Why Diversion Center
We provide more than curricula — we deliver a plug-and-play operational system designed to close safety gaps, reduce liability, and create measurable outcomes for students, staff, and communities.
Demonstrate a documented standard of care with evidence-based, school-focused interventions.
Safely reintegrate students using structured behavioral threat assessments and reinstatement protocols.
Transform warning signs into intervention points before incidents occur.
Trauma-informed, SEL-integrated curricula that address root causes, not just symptoms.
Implementation Package Includes
Dr. Derek Collins
Founder & CEO — Diversion Center & NACATP
Meet the Founder
Derek Collins turned his greatest challenge into his greatest strength. More than 20 years ago, after being arrested and successfully completing a pre-trial diversion program, he overcame addiction and transformed that second chance into a life's mission.
Today, Dr. Collins is the Founder and CEO of both The Diversion Center and the National Association of Court Approved Treatment Providers (NACATP) — the accrediting body that sets the national standard for evidence-based treatment programs.
He is the bestselling author of multiple curricula including Anger Management, Beyond the Trigger: Gun Violence Intervention, and Healthy Hearts, Strong Voices: Teen Dating Violence Prevention.
4.8 stars · 309+ Google Reviews
"I can't say enough great things about the Diversion Center. Derek Collins worked with me on my assessments — it didn't feel like talking to a robot. He was honest and authentic. That made it feel like a safe space."
"I'm blown away. Derek Collins goes above and beyond for his clients. Not only does he take the time to understand your situation, he went the extra mile to encourage motivation and a positive future."
"Derek and his staff are great at helping me out. I'm happy with the services I received at this center. DEREK is super cool and professional."
Common questions from district administrators and program coordinators
The Diversion Center offers a Tier 1–3 intervention framework: Teen Dating Violence Prevention (Tier 1), Anger Management Curriculum (Tier 2), and the Beyond the Trigger Gun Violence Intervention Curriculum (Tier 3), plus a Behavioral Threat Assessment System and Student Reentry protocols.
Yes. All Diversion Center curricula are evidence-based, developed with 15+ years of school-based behavioral health expertise. Programs are aligned with SAMHSA evidence-based practices and Project AWARE grant requirements, and are used by school districts nationwide.
Yes. The Diversion Center offers full curriculum licensing for school districts and organizations. Licensing includes facilitator training, rebrandable materials, case management protocols, student reinstatement systems, and ongoing coaching support. Call 404-503-8069 to learn more.
School districts can fund violence prevention programs through Project AWARE, Title IV-A Student Support and Academic Enrichment grants, STOP School Violence Act grants, and SAMHSA school mental health funding. Our programs are aligned with all of these federal frameworks.
Join hundreds of schools, courts, and youth agencies across the United States using Diversion Center programs to prevent violence, support students, and reduce liability.