Cognitive Behavioral Interventions

sexual arousal reconditioning for DDMR SVPs

Stephen Hansen — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 12:57:58 GMT

I am working on devloping a sexual arousal reconditioning program for Illinois' SVP program. Does anyone have experience with reconditioning programs with a DDMR population of SVPs. Rather specialized, I realize, however possibly juvenile programs would be adaptable.

Florida T4C contacts

Brookespeed — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 09:01:02 GMT

I am involved in the development and implementation of a similar program with the Ministry of Justice in London, England. I am looking for a good contact in the Tampa area of Florida with regards to training for trainers and program quality assurance. I am visiting in October and would be interested in sharing ideas etc. Jason Brooke

Short Cognitive Behavioral Interventions for Evening Reporting Program

David — Tue, 20 Mar 2007 04:35:11 GMT

Our Juvenile Court has an Evening Reporting Program for juvenile probation violators where they report to instead of detention for 4 hours each evening. They may be ordered to do 2 to 8 days. I am wondering if anyone knows of any effective cognitive behavioral interventions that may be effective for this short duration that we have these juveniles. Thanks. David

Thinking for a Change

donna tebought — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 21:28:32 GMT

Can this program be taught three days a week for three hours each?

Cognitive Behavioral Resources Available Through the National Institute of Corrections Information Center

CC Pro — Wed, 25 Oct 2006 21:17:34 GMT

Welcome to the Cognitive Behavioral Interventions Discussion Forum:

By way of introduction, my name is David Shellner and I am a Corrections Specialist with the National Institute of Corrections Information Center. I, along with Steve Swisher of the Academy Division, hope this forum provides an easily accessible and interactive platform for persons involved in Cognitive Behavioral Interventions (CBI) to exchange information, observations and research relevant to fellow practitioners.

I want to make members aware of just some of the materials we have in this area. Below you will find links to down-loadable materials that examine various Cognitive Behavioral programs, principles of effective intervention and assessment/outcome evaluations. This is a small sampling of available materials and I can be contacted directly for additional resources. Members are also encouraged to use the file sharing capabilities of the Corrections Community to share written documentation of their programs and research.

Implementing Evidence-Based Practices in Corrections: Using an Integrated Model to Implement Evidence-Based Practices in Corrections

Cognitive Programs

Effectiveness/Assessment/Outcome

Program placement

donna tebought — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 20:53:54 GMT

It is OK for the offender if he is placed in Moral Reconation therapy (MRT) and T4C at the same time? I know T4C has some restructuring at the beginning, but I always thought the offender should go though a restructuring program, followed by a skill building program. Any thought s on this, or research in this area?

Looking for Cognitive Behavior Materials for Juvenile Detention Center

sgimenes — Wed, 06 Jun 2007 17:05:14 GMT

We have started a Rational Behavior Training program at our small juvenile facility (22 residents max). I am looking for anything that can help us with programing. We currently use RBT 1, RBT 2, Moral Decision Making and Eight Basic Social Skills. We have instituted focus groups and have broken them up into groups no bigger then eight residents. Any information would be helpful and appreciated.

Shannon Gimenes

Muskegon County Juvenile Detention Center

Muskegon MI

CBI Curriculum--Distance Learning options?

mermcmonigle — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 14:08:17 GMT

Hello-- I'm an Instructor at the Five Keys Charter school, a high school for adults operating inside the San Francisco County jail. We would like to incorporate lessons across our academic curriculum to improve cognitive behavioral skills. To that end, I'm looking for self-study/distance learning type CBI curriculum that could be used in classrooms and would place minimal demands on teachers who may not necessarily be trained in this area. Lessons would be stand alone to address our open entry/open exit format. In searching for such materials I came across curriculum materials by the American Community Corrections Institute: http://www.accilifeskills.com/index.php. Is anyone familiar with them and their curriculum materials? Thanks!

Cognitive Behavioral Interventions

Seasol — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 04:31:07 GMT

A randomized controlled design superimposed on treatment as usual was used to compare the effects of a cognitive-behavior intervention aimed at preventing chronicity with two different forms of information. Objective. To develop a coping-oriented preventive intervention applicable in primary care, and to compare its impact with educational information. Summary of Background Data. Preventing long-term disability resulting from spinal pain has proved difficult. The information provided by health care professions and early interventions aimed at preventing long-term disability may be important, but little scientific evidence exists concerning their use. ================================================================= Seasol Drug Intervention Missouri

Research Roundtable Highlights Cognitive Behavioral Evaluations

Eileen Conway — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 14:52:06 GMT

NIC's Correctional Research Roundtable blog has a new post about a new evaluation of cognitive behavioral programs done by the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Programs evaluated are Changing Offender Behavior, the Criminal Attitudes Program, and Thinking for a Change. Participants of this forum might want to take a look.

CBP Thinking for a Change and THINK

donna tebought — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 20:36:53 GMT

Are offenders able to officially complete the TFC program after completing session 22. In Georgia we require the offender to attend 32 sessions(10 addition sessions on social skills). Requiring the offenders to complete 32 sessions in order to graduate is difficult to do in out short term facilities. Also, are there any other states other than Wisconsin doing "THINK"?

RBT From paper to practice....

genie — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:35:03 GMT

I've been able to aquire a lot of information about RBT programming but am having diffiiculty locating information regarding implementation (not from a program perspective, but more from a day to day, nuts and bolts perspective). While the benefits surely appears to justify the level of intensity seemly required for such a program, I am wanting to know what is the ideal resident/staff ratio and the minimum resident staff/ratio required to ensure program integrity and maximize success. Also it seems that facilites (that use RBT) are hesitant to talk about difficulties encountered (initial and ongoing) implementing RBT program and how they dealt/deal with these problems. I'd like a honest resource to help me answer questions and issues that such a paradiem shift in philosphy would certainly stir.

T4C in open ended juvenile facility

ToddOyler — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 21:16:08 GMT

we are opening a CBT unit (which will use T4C) in an open ended (as new one juvenile leaves , one new one arrives... about once a week) facility. Since the T4C program is not open ended I was wondering what has been done in this situation. I can begin a new T4C group every 2-3 weeks if needed...but if someone has come up with a better solution to this problem, i'd be happy to hear it. thank you, Todd

CSC Cognitive Self Change

rclinton — Tue, 13 May 2008 20:12:26 GMT

Sorry if this has been posted some where else, but I am wondering...since we are not sure that Thinking For a Change will work for us...has anyone used Cognitive Self Change in a juvenile setting before? Thanks.

Training Opportunity - Thinking for a Change Facilitator Training

Michael Dooley — Mon, 24 Mar 2008 14:42:09 GMT

Folks. See below and download attached flyer. This is a NE Region event. Please distribute and solicit.

Thinking for a Change Facilitator Training

This is a 32-hour advanced level training program that will prepare participants to facilitate offender groups utilizing the Thinking for a Change cognitive skills development program.

Who Should Attend: Probation, Parole, Counselors and other staff reponsible for leading offender groups in the Thinking for a Change program.

When: April 21-24, 2008

Where: William Green Federal Building, 600 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, GSA Conference Room 2A.

Registration: Fill out the NIC Application Form A or downloadable at http://nicic.gov/Downloads/ProgramForms/Form%20A.pdf and fax or email to Louise Layton. Fax: 302-739-5751; Email: louise.layton@state.de.us

Meals and lodging is the responsibility of participants. Lodging is available at the Holiday Inn Historic, District 400 Arch St., Philadelphia, PA 800-843-2355. When making reservations ask for the group rate for the National Institute of Corrections training.

Call Louise Layton @ 302-857-5291 for further information and assistance.

residential treatment units in state prisons

deb worster — Thu, 28 Feb 2008 01:20:55 GMT

we have added one due to a court order. are there any in your facility? if so, what population do you serve? do you have any interest in comparing group offerings or group materials.

at this point we offer behavior management, WRAP, IMR, DBT, several addiction groups, a semi-process/discussion group plus some therapeutic recreation groups. unstructured rec is also available. How many group hours are available per week for your residents. thanks in advance.

also - any QI indicators, satisfaction surveys, measures of improvement. we thought of disciplinary reports except our officers are diligent and the officer to inmate ratio is such that more d reports appear to be generated for things in gp would be ignored.

deb worster LICSW

NHDOC

Looking for Upcoming T4C Facilitator Training

Leslie LeMaster — Wed, 24 Oct 2007 17:40:06 GMT

Hello All!

Can you help Tracy Cunningham in Ohio? She is desperately looking for an upcoming T4C facilitators training for herself and one other staff member to attend.

Here is what she is interested in:

"Hi Leslie

We spoke a few months ago about T4C. At the time, we were considering having the NIC come in and work with us on revamping quite a few things, then training our staff in T4C. Since then, we have worked on some things in house and see progress. I am still desperate to find a T4C facilitators training for myself and another staff member. We are more than willing to travel although closer to Ohio the better i guess. Do you know of anyone, anywhere holding a training? We were registered to go to the training academy in PA this week, however, they cancelled their training. Do you have any teams going out to do trainings, perhaps we could convince that facility to let us join? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time, Tracy Cunningham Eastern Ohio Correction Center 1 800 375 9440 ext 107, tcunningham@cbcf41.org "

Call or reply directly to Tracy if you can help!

Overheads for TFC Classes

baklardw — Tue, 10 Apr 2007 18:19:18 GMT

Can anyone give me inormation as to where I could find the overheads already made ?? Or do I have to make them myself.

Any information would be helpful.

Thanks for your time,

David

Getting Motivated to Change

CC Pro — Tue, 06 Feb 2007 20:19:24 GMT

The Institute of Behavioral Research at Texas Christian University has provided access to "Brief Interventions for the TCU Treatment System." These manuals are based on cognitive-behavioral models and evidence-based research. The materials are designed for counselors and group facilitators working in substance abuse treatment programs. Motivation to change, building social skills, developing social networks and better communication are just a few of the areas addressed. While intended for a group setting, the concepts and exercises can be adapted for individual sessions.

have mirror neurons will rehabilitate

bryonss — Tue, 09 Jan 2007 05:39:51 GMT

If medical and pshychological evaluations show that a prisoner has normal mirror neurons then that prisoner is a good candidate for rehabilitation. Such prisoners must be isolated from other prisoners and only exposed to people with good behavior, this means the guards and prison staff must also display good behavior. Prisoners to be rehabilitated can be rewarded for good behavior with increasing access to videos or TV, but they can only watch shows that have examples of good behavior. This is absolutely critical. In the prisoner's brain the mirror neurons of the prisoner will copy the behavior of the examples shown in the videos. They will also need in-person interaction with caseworkers, priests, or visitors that are good examples of proper behaviour. As they progress in the process of rehabilitation they can be allowed to attend small group activities and meetings in the public with the escort of a prison guard. When the rehabilitation of the prisoner allows the prisoner to be fully immersed in the public there must still be monitoring of the prisoner by GPS to ensure that prisoners do not congregate with each other or with old friends. After four years of being fully integrated into the public (without incidents, arrests, etc) then the prisoner can be considered completely rehabilitated and can receive a "certificate of rehabilitation" and have the electronic surveilance GPS device removed from the prisoner.

Journal of Cognitive Behavior Interventions

artgang — Sun, 24 Dec 2006 04:07:53 GMT

The Journal of Cognitive Behavior Interventions is a new publication produced by Civic Research Institute with the cooperation of the University of Cincinnati Corrections Institute. Dr. Barry Glick is the Editor and Dr.Patricia Vanvoorhis is Associate Editor of the Journal, which is expected to be published during the first half of 2007. You are cordially invited to submit articles for publication consideration. The Author Guidelines are attached for your consideration. Please submit AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

Journal of Cognitive Behavioral Interventions

Information for Authors and Board Publication Policy

Policy:

JCBI will publish articles and information that advance the knowledge, skills and
practice of cognitive behavioral interventions for youth and adults who are involved--or
at risk of becoming involved--with the criminal justice, juvenile justice, or social service
systems. Two broad content areas will be of particular interest: (1) research, evaluation
and program assessment; and (2) descriptions of operational programs in the two
fundamental schools of cognitive behavioral interventions, i.e.: Cognitive Skills and/or
Cognitive Restructuring.

Guidelines:

Manuscripts must be typed, double-spaced, in Microsoft Word, with 11/2" margins, using 12 point Times New Roman or similar font. Please number manuscript pages.

Articles should be no less than 8,000 and no more than 24,000 words (between approximately 20 and 40 typed written, double spaced pages, which includes reference lists, graphs, charts, or other artwork).

Any Tables, Charts or Artwork must be in Black & White and should be submitted as separate Microsoft Word or PDF files. Do not embed such material in the manuscript text file. Indicate in the text the suggested placement for each Table, Chart or Artwork item.

Authors should follow the APA Publication Manual when submitting manuscripts. Include an abstract of no more than 150 words, a short list of keywords, and a biographical statement for each author of no more than fifty words. Also include author postal, email, and phone contact information.

All manuscripts should be submitted electronically via email to (1) JCBI; c/o The University of Cincinnati Corrections Institute at jcbi@uc.edu and (2) the Editor, Dr Barry Glick at bglick01@nycap.rr.com. The subject line in the email should read: "JCBI Manuscript Submission."

No Submission of a manuscript clearly implies the author's commitment to publish in JCBI. Papers previously published in or under review by other journals are unacceptable. Articles adapted from book-length works in progress or reworked/revised versions of articles previously written for or under submission to other journals may be considered, at the Editors' discretion; in such cases, Authors must secure all necessary permissions.

All articles in the first content area, i.e., research, evaluation, and/or program assessment, will be peer reviewed by independent experts in the area covered by the article. All reviews will be "blind," that is both the author and the reviewer(s) shall remain anonymous, except to JCBI's editors. Authors shall respond to reviewer comments as directed by the editors before the article will be accepted for final publication.

Articles in the second content area, i.e., program descriptions, will be reviewed by the editors or individuals they may designate. Authors may request that their articles be peer reviewed should they need such a standard for professional or personal reasons. However, program articles will not routinely be peer reviewed.

The editor will notify authors when articles are accepted/rejected. For peer-reviewed articles, the editor will notify authors of any needed revisions, and inform authors whether revised articles have been accepted for publication.

All manuscripts are subject to final approval by the publisher and may be edited by the publisher's staff.

All copyright rights in material published in JCBI are retained by Civic Research Institute. There is no remuneration for articles. Authors will

Other inquiries relative to policy and publication should be directed to Dr. Barry Glick at bglick01@nycap.rr.com.

For business matters, including subscription orders or permission to photocopy or reprint articles, contact: Civic Research Institute Customer Service at 609-683-4450.

T4C training with probation staff dvds short life

Pat Ray — Tue, 05 Dec 2006 23:41:28 GMT

I just finished facilitating a 10 week T4C training for probation officers. I was suprised at the resistance I encountered. By the end of the sessions some of the staff felt they had learned something. One problem I had with the DVDs is they wear out quickly and the clips for the trainings are lost and unable to be used. It would be great to get some replacements.

Pat Ray

Champaign Illinois

sex-offender treatment

Pam Kasiorkiewicz — Thu, 30 Nov 2006 20:48:25 GMT

Looking for the Best Cognitive Behavioral , researched, best practice for sex-offenders in the community. Need good manualized program.

Pamela Kasiorkiewicz, MSSA, LISW

victim impact course / group

deb worster — Fri, 24 Nov 2006 13:52:57 GMT

would be interested in hearing what others do for victim impact groups or courses for inmates. this is a widely required / recommended group in our system. the materials currently used in our facility appear dated. what do you use and how many sessions for completion?

thanks

Deb

(social worker in the Prison's psychiatric unit - NH)

New Publication

artgang — Sat, 18 Nov 2006 01:46:10 GMT

I am pleased to announce that Civic Research Institute and the Corrections Institute at the University of Cincinnati are cosponsoring a new Journal titled The Journal of Cognitive Behavioral Interventions. The first issue is expected to be published during the first half of 2007. You are cordially invited to review the Publication Policy and Author Guidelines and submit articles for consideration to publish.

Journal of Cognitive Behavioral Interventions
Information for Authors and Board Publication Policy
Policy:
JCBI will publish articles and information that advance the knowledge, skills and
practice of cognitive behavioral interventions for youth and adults who are involved--or
at risk of becoming involved--with the criminal justice, juvenile justice, or social service
systems. Two broad content areas will be of particular interest: (1) research, evaluation
and program assessment; and (2) descriptions of operational programs in the two
fundamental schools of cognitive behavioral interventions, i.e.: Cognitive Skills and/or
Cognitive Restructuring.
Guidelines:

Manuscripts must be typed, double-spaced, in Microsoft Word, with 11/2” margins, using 12 point Times New Roman or similar font. Please number manuscript pages.

Articles should be no less than 8,000 and no more than 24,000 words (between approximately 20 and 40 typed written, double spaced pages, which includes reference lists, graphs, charts, or other artwork).

Any Tables, Charts or Artwork must be in Black & White and should be submitted as separate Microsoft Word or PDF files. Do not embed such material in the manuscript text file. Indicate in the text the suggested placement for each Table, Chart or Artwork item.

Authors should follow the APA Publication Manual when submitting manuscripts. Include an abstract of no more than 150 words, a short list of keywords, and a biographical statement for each author of no more than fifty words. Also include author postal, email, and phone contact information.

All manuscripts should be submitted electronically via email to (1) JCBI; c/o The University of Cincinnati Corrections Institute at jcbi@uc.edu and (2) the Editor, Dr Barry Glick at bglick01@nycap.rr.com. The subject line in the email should read: “JCBI Manuscript Submission.” No

Submission of a manuscript clearly implies the author’s commitment to publish in JCBI. Papers previously published in or under review by other journals are unacceptable. Articles adapted from book-length works in progress or reworked/revised versions of articles previously written for or under submission to other journals may be considered, at the Editors’ discretion; in such cases, authors
must secure all necessary permissions.

All articles in the first content area, i.e., research, evaluation, and/or program assessment, will be peer reviewed by independent experts in the area covered by the article. All reviews will be “blind,” that is both the author and the reviewer(s) shall remain anonymous, except to JCBI’s editors. Authors shall respond to reviewer comments as directed by the editors before the article will be accepted for final publication.

Articles in the second content area, i.e., program descriptions, will be reviewed by the editors or individuals they may designate. Authors may request that their articles be peer reviewed should they need such a standard for professional or personal reasons. However, program articles will not routinely be peer reviewed.

The editor will notify authors when articles are accepted/rejected. For peer-reviewed articles, the editor will notify authors of any needed revisions, and inform authors whether revised articles have been accepted for publication.

All manuscripts are subject to final approval by the publisher and may be edited by the publisher’s staff.

All copyright rights in material published in JCBI are retained by Civic Research Institute. There is no remuneration for articles. Authors will

Other inquiries relative to policy and publication should be directed to Dr. Barry Glick at bglick01@nycap.rr.com.

For business matters, including subscription orders or permission to photocopy or reprint articles, contact: Civic Research Institute Customer Service at 609-683-4450.