Developing Inclusive Cognitive Behavioral Interventions: A Real-World Example in Corrections
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SESSION INFO

Tuesday, August 30, 2022
2:15 PM - 3:45 PM
Session Type: Workshop
Evidence has consistently shown correctional interventions that are grounded in cognitive, behavioral, and social learning approaches are effective for reducing individual’s risk for recidivism; however, at a time of reform and change, corrections professionals continue to look for guidance on how to strengthen their cultural competencies and build practices of inclusion into their services— all while maintaining Fidelity. Therefore, it is not surprising that the field of corrections too faces this “Fidelity-Adaptation Dilemma.”  This session aims to present a starting point for adapting CBI interventions and how to facilitate services in a responsive manner. Specifically, staff will build upon their capability to appreciate differing perspectives, and learn skills to address specific responsivity during interventions.  Multiple discussion opportunities will also be provided throughout the session to discuss next steps for correctional innovation.

SESSION PRESENTERS
Natasha Khade
Post-Doctoral Fellow, University of Cincinnati Corrections Institute


Natasha B. Khade is a Post Doc Fellow at the University of Cincinnati Corrections Institute (UCCI). Her research interests include evidence-based practices in corrections, reentry and reintegration of formerly incarcerated individuals, desistance from crime and disengagement from gangs.

Stephanie Spiegel, M.S.
Jr Research Associate, University of Cincinnati Corrections Institute


Stephanie Spiegel earned her Ph.D. degree from the School of Criminal Justice at the University of Cincinnati. She has research experience in program implementation and evaluation, evidence-based practices in corrections, qualitative analyses, and disproportionate minority contact (DMC). She currently manages the Targeted RECLAIM (TR) project, one of Ohio’s key initiatives to reduce youth recidivism and custodial placement, funded by the Ohio Department of Youth Services (ODYS). As part of this effort, she provides on-going training, coaching, and implementation support to community agencies across the state. This technical assistance has been especially critical since many corrections professionals continue to experience considerable challenges related to “how to make it work” in their agencies.