Probation and Parole Officer Training: Victim-Centered Supervision

Yorke Consulting is now offering a self-directed study with personal consultation to train facilitators for abuser/batterer intervention programs.  Many of the modules will meet requirements for Colorado, Florida, Hawaii, and Idaho, and other jurisdictions. The 40 hour program meets requirements for California.

This self-directed training covers the various State mandates needed to successfully run  abuser intervention groups. The subject matter covers important domestic violence knowledge–focused on victim safety and offender accountability, with basic facilitation skill training.

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Registration includes:

• a full-set of the 52-week curriculum “Another  Way…Choosing to Change”(women’s edition available for substitution by request)
• online training modules through our training suite
• private links in Google Drive and YouTube for supplementary training materials and videos

Additional curriculum sets available for $80

30-hr Basic Facilitator training modules cover the following: 

• Basic domestic violence knowledge focusing on victim impact, the effects on  children, predominant aggressor, coercive control, the Power & Control wheel, with an historical  overview of IPV, laws, criminal justice response and BIP origins.  (8 hours)
  
• Multicultural, cross-cultural, and multiethnic diversity and domestic violence.  (3 hours)
• Substance abuse and domestic violence with screening assessments.  (3 hours)
• Intake strategies, lethality assessment and utilizing measurements for change. (4 hours)
• Group content areas focusing on gender roles, conflict management, various types of abuse, cognitive distortions, criminal thinking and needs, with effective intervention strategies. (8 hours)
  
• Group facilitation, using adult learning styles, MI strategies to reduce resistance, fostering egalitarian relationships and approaches to evaluate positive change in clients. (4 hours)

40-hr training modules cover basic core training required by California PC 1203.098: 

• Basic domestic violence knowledge focusing on victim safety and the role of domestic violence shelters in a community-coordinated response (8 hours)
• Multicultural, cross-cultural, and multiethnic diversity and domestic violence (8 hours)
• Substance abuse and domestic violence (4 hours)
• Intake and assessment, including the history of violence and the nature of threats and substance abuse  (4 hours)
• Group content areas focusing on gender roles and socialization, the nature of violence, the dynamics of power and control, and the effects of abuse on children and others (8 hours)
• Group facilitation (4 hours)
• Domestic violence and the law, ethics, all requirements specified by the probation department (4 hours)

Phase 1

Our Entry Level One workshop in the Strategies for Success Training Series is designed for facilitators who are new to Another Way…Choosing to Change curriculum (3rd Ed). During this interactive virtual training you will learn the core competencies needed to effectively facilitate both the men’s and women’s curriculum.

This 16-hr class will be held via Zoom over two 7-hr days, with two hours of independent learning/skill practice in-between sessions.

Key Topics of this training include:

Curriculum component review.
Group facilitation strategies to increase engagement and retention.
Evaluating participant’s change
Basic adult learning & brain science.
Effective use of the multi-modal design
Creating an environment to promote long-term cessation of abuse
Reducing resistance through effective program intervention approaches.
And much more!

Zoom link will be sent 2 days prior to class

Phase 2

The 16-hour Advanced Facilitation Phase Two workshop in the Strategies for Success Training Series is available for those who have completed the Phase One training (Entry or Experienced Level) AND have completed a full curriculum cycle.

Upon completion of Phase Two you will be designated a Certified Provider of Another Way…Choosing to Change and eligible for future research opportunities and Master Facilitator training.

Key Topics of this training include:

Facilitating through the Readiness to Change model for increasing retention and engagement.
Implementing program and facilitator evaluations
Advanced adult learning & brain science.
Application of attachment theory, emotional intelligence, and batterer typology research
And much more!

Phase 3

Successful completion of this 20-hr Phase 3 Master Facilitator training in the Strategies for Success Training Series will qualify you to provide Phase One (Entry Level) training for your agency personnel and you will be eligible to apply for Master Trainer certification to become a training provider for Another Way…Choosing to Change curriculum.

Coming Fall 2026

Advanced Facilitation: Addressing Attachment Issues in Batterer Intervention Programs

Over the past few decades, the influence of insecure attachment patterns in intimate partner abusers has been explored, yet this dynamic has not been incorporated into abuser intervention programming on a wide scale. When we examine the characteristics which describe the behaviors of those persons with dismissing, preoccupied, or fearful attachment styles, it easily corroborates many of the behaviors found in the clients who enter abuser intervention programs. Identifying the attachment style of the client could contribute to better program responsivity, which is consistent with research informed best practices.

More information:
This advanced, 8-hr, virtual workshop, designed for group facilitators of batterer intervention and anger management programs, will provide an overview of the attachment styles, both secure and insecure, and how they are revealed in the interpersonal offender population. We will examine how evidence-based treatment strategies help us create a secure base thereby contributing to increased engagement and reduced long-term recidivism. Participants will gain practical tools to address attachment-related challenges in batterer intervention programs (BIPs) and promote healthier relationship dynamics.

Upon completion of the workshop participants will be able to:
1. Explain the connection between attachment theory and abusive behaviors in intimate partner relationships.
2. Identify common attachment styles and how they manifest in individuals who engage in acts of violence.
3. Recognize maladaptive coping mechanisms linked to insecure attachment and their role in relationship dynamics.
4. Utilize facilitation strategies to help clients explore their attachment history and its impact on their behaviors.
5. Apply intervention techniques that promote accountability while addressing attachment-related resistance.
6. Incorporate attachment-focused discussions into BIP and Anger Management curricula to enhance client self-awareness and behavior change.

Participants will be provided with a reproducible lesson which address’ attachment and its role in violence reduction.

Advanced Facilitation: Addressing Stalking Behaviors in Batterer Intervention Programs

Research shows that Stalking is far more prevalent within domestic violence relationships than what is captured by arrest statistics; yet, when not accounted for, can lead to greater perpetration of violence and lethality.

More information:
This advanced, 8-hr, virtual workshop, designed for group facilitators of batterer intervention and anger management programs, explores the intersection of stalking behaviors and violence, equipping facilitators with the knowledge and skills to identify, address, and intervene in stalking-related behaviors. Participants will learn intervention techniques, facilitation strategies, and ways to incorporate stalking-specific content into abuser intervention programs.

Upon completion of the workshop participants will be able to:
1. Define and identify stalking behaviors commonly exhibited by individuals in abuser intervention programs.
2. Explain the psychological and emotional motivations behind stalking behaviors.
3. Recognize cognitive distortions and minimization strategies used by offenders to justify stalking.
4. Utilize intervention techniques to challenge denial, increase accountability, and reduce stalking behaviors.
5. Apply structured facilitation techniques to manage discussions around stalking safely and effectively.
6. Incorporate stalking-specific content into existing curricula while maintaining a trauma-informed approach.
Participants will be provided with a reproducible lesson which address’ stalking and how to reduce stalking beliefs and behaviors in clients.

All classes held via interactive ZOOM.

INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION:

Nada Yorke, LCSW is co-owner of Yorke Consulting. Ms. Yorke is a retired Probation Supervisor and
a published researcher, author and sought-after trainer. She authored “Another Way…Choosing to Change”, a BIP curriculum for male and female offenders; “R.O.A.R.-Resolving Our Anger Responsibly”-a 20-session anger management curriculum; and “A New Path Forward-Developing Healthy Relationships for Life”, a youth directed curriculum used in schools, juvenile institutions, and community-based programs.

CE INFORMATION:

Yorke Consulting has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7564. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Yorke Consulting is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

Course content fulfills 8 CE’s for Batterer Intervention Program facilitators and also requirements for
Group Content and Facilitation Techniques for new batterer intervention program facilitators (PC 1203.098).
Yorke Consulting
240 S. Sunnyside Ave. #1411
Sequim, WA 98382
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info@yorkeconsulting.com
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Yorke Consulting Webinar Series: Critical Insights for Effective Intervention

Yorke Consulting’s live webinar series provides essential training for professionals working in domestic violence intervention, probation, social work, and related fields. Each session is designed to address key challenges in the field, offering research-based insights, practical strategies, and guidance on best practices.

Our webinars cover crucial topics such as distinguishing between anger management and batterer intervention programs, understanding the role of attachment in abusive behaviors, and effectively addressing stalking within intervention programs. Participants will gain valuable knowledge to enhance their facilitation skills, improve program effectiveness, and ensure appropriate referrals.

Each webinar is 90 minutes long and delivered online, featuring interactive discussions and expert-led instruction. CE credits are available for an additional fee. Whether you're a probation officer, therapist, social worker, court personnel, or domestic violence facilitator, these webinars provide actionable tools to strengthen your approach to intervention.

All classes held via interactive ZOOM.

INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION:

Nada Yorke, LCSW is co-owner of Yorke Consulting. Ms. Yorke is a retired Probation Supervisor and
a published researcher, author and sought-after trainer. She authored “Another Way…Choosing to Change”, a BIP curriculum for male and female offenders; “R.O.A.R.-Resolving Our Anger Responsibly”-a 20-session anger management curriculum; and “A New Path Forward-Developing Healthy Relationships for Life”, a youth directed curriculum used in schools, juvenile institutions, and community-based programs.

Yorke Consulting offers specialized training designed to enhance the skills of probation and parole officers supervising domestic violence offenders. These interactive, research-based workshops provide officers with the tools to increase offender accountability, improve compliance monitoring, and prioritize victim safety.

Through engaging discussions and real-world case studies, participants will gain practical strategies for risk assessment, supervision techniques, and collaboration with intervention programs. Topics include understanding coercive control, balancing offender accountability with victim confidentiality, and best practices for officer safety in domestic violence cases.

Trainings are delivered in a virtual format, allowing officers to participate from anywhere while receiving high-quality instruction from expert trainer Nada Yorke, LCSW. With over 40 years of experience in probation, victim advocacy, and domestic violence intervention, Ms. Yorke provides actionable insights to improve supervision outcomes.

Stay ahead in your field—explore upcoming training opportunities and register today!

INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION:

Nada Yorke, LCSW is co-owner of Yorke Consulting. Ms. Yorke is a retired Probation Supervisor and
a published researcher, author and sought-after trainer. She authored “Another Way…Choosing to Change”, a BIP curriculum for male and female offenders; “R.O.A.R.-Resolving Our Anger Responsibly”-a 20-session anger management curriculum; and “A New Path Forward-Developing Healthy Relationships for Life”, a youth directed curriculum used in schools, juvenile institutions, and community-based programs.