Thinking For A Change (CBT)
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Thinking For A Change is an evidence-based integrated cognitive behavior change program developed by the National Institute of Corrections (NIC). The program has three components (cognitive skills, social skills and problem solving skills). The curriculum is designed to teach individuals (juveniles, adult offenders and at-risk youths) to take control of their behavior by learning new ways of thinking.
Group Details
Location
Dekalb Recreation Center
Sycamore Street
Atlanta, GA 30303
Session Cost
Expertise
Types of Therapy
Age
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Social Skills Training
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This training is designed to introduce participants to various skills to improve social performance and reduce social skill deficits. Facilitator(s) will model each skill and participants will demonstrate their understanding of the skill. The training is grounded in evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Techniques.
QPR Suicide Prevention "Gatekeeper" Training
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By the end of this training participants should be able to recognize risks for suicide, demonstrate QPR (Question-Persuade-Refer) intervention technique and have knowledge of how to refer someone for help.