Changing Harmful Behaviors: Guidelines & Approaches

Youth are capable of changing harmful behaviors. Group and foster home care providers study the behavior change process and review techniques for changing behaviors including behavior patterns, communication skills, positive attention, and behavior contracting. It also provides guidelines for addressing behavior issues including depression, anger, running away, and alcohol and substance use. 

Instructor Paul Gibson, LCSW, is a Program Consultant with over 28 years of experience developing and directing programs for culturally diverse youth in residential, public health, mental health, and vocational services. He has more than 20 years experience as a licensed therapist and educator providing extensive trainings for youth service providers on working with vulnerable youth. He currently serves on the Mayor’s Transitional Youth Task Force in San Francisco.