1. CSOM Long Version: Section 51 Learning Objectives zIdentify eleven areas for personal strategy development; and zDevelop a plan of action.

2. CSOM Long Version: Section 52 Practical Strategy Areas zDesensitization zMaintaining control of interactions zInitial interviewing zHandling denial zBeing prepared for what to expect zManaging intrafamilial cases

3. CSOM Long Version: Section 53 Practical Strategy Areas (cont.) zCase work in various settings zEliciting cooperation zDealing with lapses zTestifying in court zPreventing and dealing with secondary trauma

4. CSOM Long Version: Section 54 Desensitization zFamiliarization zNeutral tone and demeanor zSeek an outlet to discuss issues

5. CSOM Long Version: Section 55 Maintaining Control of Interactions zEstablish competence and knowledge zEstablish purpose of the visit zUse neutral tone of voice zEstablish and maintain standards

6. CSOM Long Version: Section 56 Maintaining Control of Interactions (cont.) zEstablish that team communication occurs zSet and maintain boundaries zRemember that you can be deceived

7. CSOM Long Version: Section 57 Initial Interviewing zTake control zStress honesty zTake general history zDispel sex offender myths z Take sex and sex offense history z Allow face saving z Plan for the future

8. CSOM Long Version: Section 58 Types of Denial zDenial that event took place zDenial that offender intended to commit the offense zDenial that offender is fully responsible-- victim’s fault zDenial of other deviant behaviors zDenial of any harm done to victim

9. CSOM Long Version: Section 59 Strategies and Techniques to Handle Denial in an Initial Interview zInterview collaterals separately zDon’t tip your hand zDevelop a “yes set” zIgnore untruthful answers z Repeat questions z Place denial burden on offender z Use successive approximations z Alternate support and confrontation

10. CSOM Long Version: Section 510 Strategies and Techniques to Handle Denial in an Initial Interview (cont.) zAllow some rationalization zUse behavioral descriptors zEmphasize “What happened?” (vs. why) zAvoid multiple questions zAsk rapid fire questions zFrame disclosure as positive

11. CSOM Long Version: Section 511 Interview Strategies and Techniques to Handle Denial--Ongoing zConfront each instance of denial zConfront thinking errors consistently zDo not allow shifting of responsibility

12. CSOM Long Version: Section 512 Be Prepared for these Behaviors zIntimidation zEmotional outbursts zManipulation zCreative interpretation of conditions

13. CSOM Long Version: Section 513 Families with Child Sexual Abuse zChallenges yComplicated family dynamics yFamilies need education, specialized treatment yProvide offenders with victim access zParent-Child Incest zNon-offending Partners zExtended Family Incest

14. CSOM Long Version: Section 514 Effective Office Contacts zReview homework and treatment goals zReview current sexual fantasies and practices zDiscuss work in group zDiscuss high risk situations, SUDs, coping techniques

15. CSOM Long Version: Section 515 Effective Office Contacts (cont.) zEvaluate changes in denial zAssess movement through cycle zConfront thinking errors and denial zReview financial concerns

16. CSOM Long Version: Section 516 Effective Field Contacts zAssess neighborhood zAssess financial status zAssess family interaction zAssess friends and associates

17. CSOM Long Version: Section 517 Effective Home Contacts zToys, games, dolls zPornography, satellite/cable TV, Internet zPets zCamera equipment/photos zPersonal articles from inappropriate guests Risk factors can include:

18. CSOM Long Version: Section 518 Eliciting the Cooperation of Offenders zBe clear about expectations zBe clear about roles zBe matter of fact about offense and offense cycle zEmphasize benefits of cooperation zEmphasize costs of failure

19. CSOM Long Version: Section 519 Dealing with Lapses zExpect them zRespond ASAP to each zTake into account: yseriousness of lapse ydanger posed by offender yhow offender responded yhow officer learned of lapse zImpose sanctions/modify case plan

20. CSOM Long Version: Section 520 Testifying in Court zPrepare zRemember that you are a supervision expert zDress appropriately zRemain objective

21. CSOM Long Version: Section 521 Testifying in Court (cont.) zUse clear, understandable language zBe brief and accurate zBe alert--correct any errors in summarization of your testimony

22. CSOM Long Version: Section 522 What is Secondary Trauma? zThe emotional and psychological effects experienced through vicarious exposure to the details of the traumatic experiences of others.

23. CSOM Long Version: Section 523 Effects of Secondary Trauma-- Dealing with Sex Offenders Can: zDistort perceptions of normal behavior; zBe emotionally draining and difficult; zViolate our sense of how people should be treated; zCreate distrust of others; and zMake us feel weighed down by responsibility

24. CSOM Long Version: Section 524 Signs of Secondary Trauma zFeeling distrustful of others zFeeling overly responsible for community safety zOverusing coping skills zFeeling isolated zDenying our own needs zExperiencing relationship problems

25. CSOM Long Version: Section 525 What an Agency Can Do to Mitigate Secondary Trauma zProvide support zProvide specific training zTrain management zEstablish clear boundaries regarding power zProvide a safe forum for discussion zMake it ok to laugh zOffender’s failure is not officer’s failure

26. CSOM Long Version: Section 526 What an Agency Can Do to Mitigate Secondary Trauma (cont.) zStay abreast of changes zProvide forum for resolving conflict zCreate flexibility in assignments zCreate team-based decision making zMaintain clear work boundaries and policies zEncourage balanced lives

27. CSOM Long Version: Section 527 What an Individual Can Do to Mitigate Secondary Trauma zListen to feedback from colleagues, family, friends zTake care of yourself yCreate a self-care list yBe creative yGet away yGet outside

28. CSOM Long Version: Section 528 What an Individual Can Do to Mitigate Secondary Trauma (cont.) yEnjoy other environments yAppreciate the weather yHave fun ySocialize ySeek counseling if needed

29. CSOM Long Version: Section 529 Center for Sex Offender Management www.csom.org askcsom@csom.org