The role of the therapist in offender treatment |
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| Authors: | W. L. Marshall G. A. Serran |
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| Affiliation: | 1. Rockwood Psychological Services , Suite 403, 303 Bagot Street, Kingston, ON K7K 5W7, Canadabill@rockwoodpsyc.com;3. Rockwood Psychological Services , Suite 403, 303 Bagot Street, Kingston, ON K7K 5W7, Canada;4. University of Ottawa, Department of Psychology , Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5, Canada |
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| Abstract: | Although best practice dictates that offender programs should be based within a cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) orientation, little is known about the impact of the therapist in delivering the program content, and therapist behaviors that can enhance the therapeutic process. In this paper we review the existing literature on process issues with general offenders and sexual offenders and attempt to highlight the importance of therapist behaviors in therapeutic treatment strategies. We conclude that therapists can use the therapeutic relationship to build trust and rapport, and that training should specially aim to enhance these skills. |
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| Keywords: | Process Treatment Offenders Sexual Offenders Therapist |
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