Working with Offenders who View Online Child Sexual Exploitation Images

This workbook is designed to help men who use child sexual exploitation materials (CSEM) by providing a comprehensive guide to understanding and addressing their issues. It covers topics such as motivation for change, relationships, thinking patterns, emotions management, sexuality, computer use, Internet safety, and future strategies for achieving a satisfying life while avoiding future criminal justice involvement. The book is intended for a range of practitioners, including forensic and clinical psychologists, correctional settings, and anyone who has viewed or is worried about viewing sexual images of children.

Format: Hardback
Length: 222 pages
Publication date: 27 June 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive workbook addresses the use of illegal online sexual images, with a specific focus on child sexual exploitation materials (CSEM). It serves as a clear and professional manual for use with men who engage in CSEM, providing valuable guidance for clinicians working with these clients. Working with clients who access illegal online images presents unique challenges, as they have distinct characteristics and treatment needs. Recognizing these challenges, the workbook is designed around practitioner and client requirements, offering a structured approach to addressing various topics.

Chapter one delves into the motivations for change, exploring the factors that drive individuals to seek help and overcome their involvement with illegal online images. It examines the relationships between clients and their families, as well as the impact of CSEM on their mental and emotional well-being. Thinking patterns, emotions management, and sexuality are also explored in this chapter, providing insights into the cognitive processes and emotional challenges associated with CSEM.

Chapter two focuses on computer use and Internet safety, providing essential information on how to navigate the digital landscape safely and responsibly. It discusses the risks associated with online behavior, such as cyberbullying, online grooming, and the potential for exploitation. Internet safety strategies are discussed, including the importance of using strong passwords, avoiding suspicious websites, and reporting any suspicious activity.

Chapter three explores future strategies to ensure client and community safety. It addresses the importance of community accountability and the role of professionals in preventing the spread of CSEM. It also discusses the potential for rehabilitation and recovery, highlighting the importance of providing support and resources to clients who wish to overcome their addiction to illegal online images.

Throughout the workbook, evidence-based strategies are presented, rooted in the clinical experiences of the authors. These strategies aim to help clients manage problematic thoughts and/or illegal sexual behavior, fostering a sense of empowerment and promoting positive change. The workbook is designed for a wide range of practitioners, including forensic and clinical psychologists.

Forensic psychologists, clinical psychologists.

Psychologists, those working in correctional settings, such as probation and prison staff, psychiatrists, social workers, counselors, and providers of mental health treatment.

It is also intended for anyone who has viewed, or is concerned about viewing, sexual images of children.

This comprehensive workbook offers valuable insights and practical tools for professionals working with clients who access illegal online sexual images. By addressing the unique challenges and treatment needs of CSEM clients, it provides a framework for promoting recovery and fostering positive change in their lives.

Weight: 590g
Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032482569