Correctional Counseling: An Inside Perspective on Assessment, Intervention, and Rehabilitation

This textbook provides an overview of the key principles, challenges, and practical realities of counseling within correctional environments. It guides readers through the distinctions between correctional and community-based counseling, setting a foundation for understanding the dilemmas encountered in institutional settings. Focused on research and real-world application, the book examines the roles and responsibilities of correctional counselors as they work to facilitate behavioral change and support clients' movement toward successful community reintegration.