This one-hour session provides an introduction to working with individuals who have sexually offended, with a focus on the work of our Stop It Now helpline and the insights we’ve gained through supporting those affected by child sexual abuse (CSA). It is designed to enhance professional understanding and build confidence in supporting individuals affected by CSA, whether directly or indirectly.
Course content and learning outcomes
By the end of the course participants will have learnt about:
- an overview of the helpline and its associated support services
- guidance to support effective referrals
- tools for facilitating informed and sensitive conversations with clients
- exploration of the psychological aspects of offending, including the roles of guilt and shame
The presentation will cover:
- factors contributing to offending behaviour, including the influence of pornography
- understanding and addressing guilt and shame
- managing disclosures
- the current landscape and scale of online sexual offending
- the role and impact of deterrence campaigns
- the purpose of the helpline, including the types of calls we receive and the people we support
- how individuals present during calls, and the nature of the advice and support offered
- follow-on services, including the Stop It Now self-help modules
- the emotional and professional impact of engaging with this work