DOVE & CHOICES
DOVE
Target Population: Generally, teens involved in violent or violent-leaning offenses, including,
Domestic Violence
Assault
Weapon Possession
Disorderly Conduct
CHOICES
Target Population: Generally, teens involved in non-violent or non-aggressive offenses, including,
CHINS
Theft
Burglary
Curfew Violations
Criminal Mischief
Harassing Communications
Probation Violation
These are suggested guidelines, but the referral decision may consider the overall needs of each individual teen.
Adolescents benefit from DOVE or CHOICES by learning skills such as:
Communication Skills,
Critical Thinking,
Resisting Peer Pressure,
Anger Management,
Goal Setting and
Problem-Solving.
What to Expect
DOVE and CHOICES are each a series of 8 group sessions. Parent sessions are held concurrently to address similar issues in order to impact the home environment and improve the parent-child relationship. This program is offered at no cost to participants.
Referrals
POINTS OF CONTACT:
Brittany Humphries, Program Coordinator, Bhumphries@counselingservice.org
Maci Huddleston, Office Manager, Mhuddleston@counselingservice.org
Other support staff can be reached at office@counselingservice.org
You may also contact our office at 205-752-2504