ISIS: Intensive Sexual Intervention System

Gibault's Intensive Sexual Intervention System (ISIS) program is a specialized treatment unit for male sex abusers ages 12-18.  The primary goal of the ISIS program is to have the juvenile offender demonstrate appropriate sexual behavior.  This goal is met through the main objective of the juvenile offender demonstrating empathy for victims, generating authentic self-esteem, and learning healthy human sexuality.  Progress in treatment is measured by the juvenile offender exhibiting a decreased desire to participate in sexual improprieties by actively reporting of his sexual ideations and any episodes of sexually acting out or personal boundary violation.  All phases of treatment involve both individual and group therapy and work cohesively together.  ISIS clients benefit from a staff-secure environment.

The therapeutic program offers treatment that is offense specific and addresses the individual development needs of the client. Development of appropriate relationships, responsibility, empathy, communication, and social skills training will be emphasized.

Admission is determined after an examination of all available psychological, psychiatric, medical, prior placement, and court records.

Clients involved in the ISIS program are exposed to a variety of programs and services designed to meet their individual needs.  The following services are available:

•        Group sessions dealing with issues of sexuality and sexually abusive behaviors
•        Individual therapy sessions
•        Psycho-educational workshops and focus groups
•        Academic services
•        Life skills training
•        Home visits/passes
•        Polygraph testing available to monitor client's progress
•        Creative Alternatives in Recreation (CAIR)
•        Parent education
•        Independent Living Skills.