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The Good Lives Model and Therapeutic Environments in Forensic Settings

Purpose There is increasing interest in applying strength-based approaches to offender rehabilitation. In this article we use the Good Lives Model as an example to illustrate the fit that exists between strength-based approaches to offender rehabilitation and therapeutic communities. Design/methodol...

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Published in:Therapeutic communities 2014-09, Vol.35 (3), p.95-104
Main Authors: Fortune, Clare-Ann, Ward, Tony, Polaschek, Devon L. L
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:Purpose There is increasing interest in applying strength-based approaches to offender rehabilitation. In this article we use the Good Lives Model as an example to illustrate the fit that exists between strength-based approaches to offender rehabilitation and therapeutic communities. Design/methodology/approach We briefly describe the Good Lives Model before discussing the key themes that link the two perspectives; we argue they naturally fit together in a number of areas. Findings Both perspectives emphasise the importance of creating a safe and trusting therapeutic environment in which capacities (e.g., skills) can be developed that assist individuals to go on to live lives which are personally meaningful, and in which all their needs are met, enabling them to live offence free. Both also place importance on the role of personal responsibility. Originality/value We conclude the Good Lives Model could usefully contribute to improving outcomes for those transitioning into the community after leaving a Therapeutic Community, through developing clear life goals that are personally meaningful, and identifying practical steps for achieving these goals.
ISSN:0964-1866
0964-1866
DOI:10.1108/TC-02-2014-0006