Decision Points

Cognitive Program

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  Description

  This program helps inmates and probationers/parolees learn new ways to think about their choices and actions. It focuses on changing negative or harmful thoughts and building better skills through group activities. Each session includes practice and homework. The goal is to teach thinking skills that support positive and responsible living.

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  Length of Program

  The program runs in a repeating cycle of five group sessions. It is open-ended, meaning people can join as needed until they have completed enough sessions.

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  Eligibility

  For Probationers: Must be referred by a counselor or probation officer. Priority is given to people who show a need for this type of program. For Inmates: Must be referred by a counselor. Priority is given to inmates who show a need for this type of program.

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  Locations Available

  Disclaimer: Program availability is subject to change. For the most up to date offerings, please contact facilities or offices directly.

  • Abingdon

  • Appalachian Men’s

  • Baskerville Correctional Center

  • Beaumont Correctional Center

  • Bedford

  • Bland Correctional Center

  • Caroline Correctional Unit

  • Central Virginia Correctional Unit #13

  • Chesapeake

  • Coffeewood Correctional Center

  • Cold Springs

  • Cold Springs Correctional Unit #10

  • Danville

  • Emporia

  • Fincastle

  • Fluvanna Correctional Center for Women

  • Gloucester

  • Green Rock Correctional Center

  • Lynchburg

  • Martinsville

  • Norfolk

  • Norton

  • Petersburg

  • Portsmouth

  • Radford

  • Red Onion State Prison

  • Roanoke

  • Rustburg Correctional Unit

  • St. Brides Correctional Center

  • State Farm Correctional Center

  • Staunton

  • Tazewell

  • Virginia Beach

  • Wallens Ridge State Prison

  • Williamsburg