African-centered therapeutic community substance abuse treatment with incarcerated Black males: A pilot model

Abstract

This article proposes a pilot therapeutic intervention for counseling Black male substance abusers within the carceral system. Despite the noted fact that Black males are disproportionately represented as drug-using offenders, few treatment models exist that are germane to this population. The current model emanated from an African-centered theoretical framework. Additionally, it employed the therapeutic community approach that addresses substance use and mental health issues among inmates. Specific considerations for counselors and future research are discussed.