Chris Stirling  

Chris is a leading authority on restraint reduction strategies, having co-developed frameworks that significantly reduce the use of restrictive interventions across various care settings. His research into the risks of physical restraint and restraint-related deaths is widely recognised in the field.

Chris has presented his findings on workplace conflict, aggression, and restraint reduction at numerous international conferences. His published works contribute to the global understanding of how physical interventions can be managed more safely, influencing policy and practice worldwide.

With over three decades of experience, Chris has been instrumental in designing and managing services for individuals with intellectual disabilities, mental ill-health and complex behavioural challenges. His leadership in both inpatient and community settings ensures care is delivered with safety, dignity and respect.

Chris’s expertise in physical interventions spans risk assessments and the development of safer methods for managing aggressive or violent behaviours. He is recognised for his contributions to understanding the physiological and psychological risks involved in restraint and ensuring that safer alternatives are available.

Chris is an advocate for proactive, non-restrictive approaches to managing challenging behaviour, such as Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and Active Support. His work has focused on embedding these preventative strategies to reduce the need for crisis interventions in educational, healthcare and social care settings.

As Senior Vice President at CPI, Chris leads the development of CPI’s adult learning methodologies and training programmes. He ensures that workplace interventions are grounded in evidence-based practices that contribute to safer environments, enhancing both organisational culture and staff competence.