The Process of Correctional Counseling and Treatment Chapter 1 ©2010 Elsevier, Inc.

Goals of Offender Counseling and Treatment The primary goal of correctional counselors is to intervene therapeutically with clients who are offenders. Types of therapeutic interventions: Prison adjustment Prisoner re-entry Risk of future offending Substance abuse Education and employment Mental health concerns ©2010 Elsevier, Inc.

The Counseling Process Four essential qualities of correctional counseling: A sense of timing Effective risking Therapeutic intention and outcome Professional humility Therapeutic intention is a key quality the counselor attempts to impart to his or her client through modeling, empathy, genuineness, and storytelling. ©2010 Elsevier, Inc.

Types of Correctional Counseling Correctional counseling occurs in both community-based and institution-based systems. Types of interventions used in these settings include: Individual counseling Group counseling Educational and vocational counseling Recreation Psychotherapy ©2010 Elsevier, Inc.

Effectiveness of Offender Counseling and Treatment Meta-analyses are the most effective tools to determine the effectiveness of correctional counseling programs. Effective counseling is comprised of: A cooperative treatment community A willingness to change from the status quo A well-trained and educated staff ©2010 Elsevier, Inc.