Comprehensive MRT Therapy Services Description

At ME Living and COCas, we provide Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT), a cognitive-behavioral treatment program aimed at promoting positive behavioral change and personal growth. MRT is designed to help individuals improve moral reasoning, accountability, and decision-making skills, especially for those involved in the criminal justice system, struggling with substance abuse, or seeking to enhance their life skills. Our MRT program is evidence-based and tailored to the specific needs of each participant, with a focus on fostering long-term success and preventing relapse or recidivism.

1. What is Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT)?

• MRT is a cognitive-behavioral program that encourages individuals to evaluate their thought processes and behaviors, focusing on increasing moral reasoning, self-awareness, and positive decision-making.

• The therapy uses structured group and individual counseling sessions to promote accountability, challenge destructive behaviors, and build healthier, more productive thought patterns.

• MRT is designed to reduce recidivism, aid in substance abuse recovery, and improve life skills for participants across various backgrounds.

2. Who Can Benefit from MRT?

• Individuals involved in the criminal justice system, including those on probation, parole, or court-ordered programs.

• Substance abuse recovery clients, particularly those in early recovery who are seeking to change harmful behaviors and thinking patterns.

• Youth and adults needing to improve decision-making, accountability, and personal responsibility.

• Individuals seeking self-improvement, such as those participating in anger management, life skills training, or behavior modification programs.

3. Program Structure and Curriculum

• Phased Approach: MRT is structured into 16 steps that participants move through at their own pace. Each step encourages personal reflection, moral growth, and accountability.

  • Steps include tasks like recognizing personal responsibility, developing trust, setting goals, and building positive relationships.

• Group Sessions: Group counseling provides a supportive environment where participants can share experiences, receive feedback, and work through the steps together. Groups are led by trained MRT facilitators and meet regularly.

• Individual Sessions: One-on-one counseling is available for participants needing personalized guidance or additional support through the MRT process.

• Workbook Exercises: Participants complete structured exercises using the MRT workbook, which reinforces the lessons learned in therapy and encourages self-reflection and commitment to change.

4. Key Components of MRT Therapy

• Moral Reasoning: Participants learn to recognize and challenge their moral reasoning, moving from self-centered, impulsive decision-making to more socially responsible and thoughtful behaviors.

• Accountability: The program places a strong emphasis on personal accountability. Participants are encouraged to take responsibility for their actions and recognize the consequences of their decisions on themselves and others.

• Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Techniques: MRT integrates CBT strategies to help participants identify and modify negative thought patterns, emotions, and behaviors.

• Relapse Prevention and Coping Skills: For individuals recovering from substance abuse or criminal behavior, the program teaches relapse prevention strategies and coping mechanisms to maintain sobriety and avoid returning to destructive habits.

5. Targeted Outcomes and Benefits

• Reduced Recidivism: MRT has been shown to reduce rates of recidivism, helping individuals involved in the criminal justice system avoid re-offending.

• Improved Decision-Making: Participants develop better problem-solving and decision-making skills, allowing them to make more responsible, ethical choices in their personal and professional lives.

• Enhanced Personal Responsibility: MRT emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility, helping participants become more self-aware and accountable for their actions.

• Improved Relationships: Through self-reflection and group interaction, participants build stronger, healthier relationships with family, peers, and the community.

• Sustained Sobriety: For individuals in recovery, MRT provides essential tools to maintain long-term sobriety by addressing the underlying cognitive and emotional factors contributing to substance abuse.

6. MRT for Specific Populations

• Substance Abuse Recovery:

  • MRT is integrated into our substance abuse treatment programs to help individuals in recovery address the moral and cognitive components of addiction.

  • Relapse prevention is a key focus, teaching participants to identify triggers, build resilience, and develop healthier coping mechanisms.

• Reentry and Criminal Justice-Involved Individuals:

  • MRT is highly effective for individuals reentering society after incarceration. The program helps participants recognize the impact of their actions, build empathy, and create a plan for positive reentry into the community.

  • Participants work through issues related to probation, parole, and community reintegration, with an emphasis on avoiding future criminal activity.

• Youth and Juvenile Offenders:

  • For younger participants, MRT is adapted to address the unique challenges faced by adolescents, helping them build life skills, improve decision-making, and strengthen family and social relationships.

7. Program Flexibility: In-Person and Virtual MRT

• In-Person Sessions: Participants can attend in-person MRT group or individual sessions at our facilities. These sessions are conducted by certified MRT facilitators and provide a safe space for discussion, reflection, and personal growth.

• Virtual MRT Sessions: For those who cannot attend in-person sessions, we offer virtual MRT sessions. Participants engage with facilitators and peers through online video platforms, allowing them to complete the program from the comfort of their home while maintaining accountability and connection to the group.

• Flexible Scheduling: We offer daytime, evening, and weekend group sessions to accommodate different schedules, ensuring that participants can continue working or managing other responsibilities while attending therapy.

8. Licensed and Experienced Facilitators

• Our MRT program is led by certified facilitators with extensive experience in cognitive-behavioral therapy, criminal justice, and substance abuse recovery.

• Facilitators are trained to guide participants through the MRT steps, provide feedback, and support them in their journey toward positive behavioral change.

• Facilitators also work closely with case managers, probation officers, and other professionals to ensure participants meet court-ordered or program-specific requirements.

9. Partnership with Local Courts and Agencies

• We collaborate with local courts, probation departments, and correctional facilities to provide MRT as part of court-ordered rehabilitation or reentry programs.

• Judges, probation officers, and parole officers can refer clients to our MRT program as part of their sentence or as a requirement for probation or parole.

• We also work with substance abuse treatment centers, community organizations, and non-profits to provide MRT as a component of holistic recovery and reentry plans.