
Beyond the Trigger is the court-approved, evidence-based gun violence intervention curriculum trusted by schools, courts, and community organizations nationwide. Developed by Dr. Derek Collins of The Diversion Center — a NACATP-accredited provider with 15+ years of behavioral health expertise.

Gun-related deaths annually in the U.S.
Of K–12 school shooters were current or former students
Obtained firearms from home — prevention starts there
More likely: domestic violence becomes lethal when a firearm is present
Sources: CDC, Everytown for Gun Safety, U.S. Department of Justice

Beyond the Trigger is a comprehensive, court-approved gun violence intervention workbook developed by Dr. Derek Collins of The Diversion Center. This Tier 3 intervention curriculum addresses the root psychological, social, and behavioral drivers of gun violence.
Unlike surface-level awareness programs, this curriculum combines psychoeducation, social-emotional learning (SEL), cognitive-behavioral techniques, and practical life skills to create lasting behavioral change. It is plug-and-play ready — facilitators receive everything needed to implement immediately.
A holistic intervention addressing both external risk factors and internal struggles — from trauma and peer pressure to financial literacy and professional development.
Tier 1–3 intervention framework with BTAM protocols, case management, and student reinstatement systems.
Court-approved curriculum for diversion programs, juvenile justice, and adult offender rehabilitation.
Evidence-based group curriculum for nonprofits, community centers, and youth-serving agencies.
Structured workbook-based sessions for individual and group intervention with at-risk youth and adults.
The Diversion Center offers full curriculum licensing for organizations that want to deliver the Beyond the Trigger Gun Violence Intervention Programs.


With over 15 years of experience in court-mandated behavioral health, Dr. Derek Collins developed the Beyond the Trigger curriculum by combining decades of frontline intervention expertise with evidence-based psychological frameworks. He 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 court-approved treatment programs.
The Diversion Center is a court-approved outpatient treatment facility delivering court-mandated classes, evaluations, and counseling. Our programs are recognized by courts, probation departments, and school districts across the United States as a defensible standard of care for gun violence intervention and behavioral threat assessment.
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Beyond the Trigger is a court-approved, evidence-based gun violence intervention curriculum developed by Dr. Derek Collins of The Diversion Center. It is a comprehensive Tier 3 intervention program covering 30+ topics including gun safety, conflict resolution, trauma, anger management, domestic violence awareness, and behavioral threat assessment. It is used by schools, courts, community organizations, and social workers nationwide.
Yes. The Beyond the Trigger Gun Violence Intervention Curriculum is court-approved and developed by The Diversion Center, a NACATP-accredited court-approved outpatient treatment facility with over 15 years of experience in court-mandated behavioral health programs.
You can purchase the Beyond the Trigger Gun Violence Intervention Workbook at privatelabelworkbook.com for $75 per copy. For curriculum licensing, rebrandable private-label rights, or bulk orders, call 404-503-8069.
Yes. The Diversion Center offers full curriculum licensing for organizations that want to deliver the Beyond the Trigger program under their own brand. Licensing includes training, rebrandable materials, and ongoing support. Call 404-503-8069 to learn more.
Fill out the form below and Dr. Collins' team will contact you within 24 hours to discuss licensing, training, and implementation for your organization.
Dr. Collins' team will contact you within 24 hours. You can also call 404-503-8069 directly.
Order the court-approved workbook for $75, call 404-503-8069, or email [email protected] to license the full curriculum and receive facilitator training for your organization.