Tag: cognitive behavioral therapy

Cognitive Distortions in Offending: How Prison Programs Identify and Reframe Thinking
Dwayne Rushing 8 October 2026 0 Comments

Explore how cognitive distortions drive criminal behavior and how prison programs use CBT to reframe thinking. Learn to identify hostile attribution bias and minimization.

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Trauma-Informed Cognitive Interventions for Incarcerated Populations
Dwayne Rushing 4 September 2026 0 Comments

Discover how trauma-informed cognitive interventions transform mental health care in prisons. Learn why standard CBT fails incarcerated populations and how adapting therapy to prioritize safety, choice, and somatic regulation leads to better outcomes.

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Coordinating CBT with Reentry Case Planning for Incarcerated Clients
Dwayne Rushing 29 August 2026 0 Comments

Learn how to effectively coordinate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with reentry case planning for incarcerated clients. Bridge the gap between clinical progress and real-world survival by mapping cognitive distortions to logistical barriers, optimizing timing, and leveraging community partnerships.

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CBT Facilitator Training: A Practical Guide for Correctional Staff and Community Providers
Dwayne Rushing 26 August 2026 0 Comments

Learn how to become an effective CBT facilitator in correctional and community settings. This guide covers essential skills, training pathways, and practical tips for working with diverse populations.

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Substance Use Education Curricula for Jail Populations: Topics and Timeframes
Dwayne Rushing 17 August 2026 0 Comments

Learn how to structure effective substance use education for jail inmates. Discover key topics, timelines, and practical strategies to reduce recidivism in short-stay facilities.

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Sex Offense Treatment in Prisons: Models, Access, and Outcomes
Dwayne Rushing 17 August 2026 0 Comments

Explore how cognitive behavioral therapy and other models function in prisons to reduce sex offense recidivism. Learn about access barriers, staff challenges, and what actually works in correctional rehabilitation.

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Using Homework and Practice Assignments in Correctional CBT Programs
Dwayne Rushing 22 May 2026 0 Comments

Explore how homework and practice assignments drive success in correctional CBT programs. Learn about thinking reports, compliance strategies, and barriers to effective implementation.

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Do Prison Rehab Programs Work? Measuring Cognitive and Behavioral Outcomes
Dwayne Rushing 16 May 2026 0 Comments

An analysis of prison rehabilitation programs, focusing on how Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and DBT impact recidivism, institutional behavior, and cognitive shifts among offenders.

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Integrating CBT with Substance Use Treatment in Correctional Settings
Dwayne Rushing 24 February 2026 0 Comments

Integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with substance use treatment in correctional settings reduces recidivism by addressing the link between distorted thinking and addiction. Evidence shows it works best when paired with post-release support and trauma-informed care.

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Using Cognitive Behavioral Tools During the First 90 Days Post-Release
Dwayne Rushing 5 January 2026 0 Comments

Cognitive behavioral tools can reduce recidivism by helping formerly incarcerated individuals manage thoughts and impulses during the critical 90 days after release. Evidence shows structured CBT, paired with housing and job support, cuts rearrest rates by 25%.

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