Rapport Features Moderate Treatment Readiness of Incarcerated Male Sex Offenders After Forensic Risk and Needs Assessment Interviews

Rapport formed during forensic risk and needs assessment interviews can positively influence the treatment readiness of moderate and high risk sex offenders. Results suggest that correctional agencies may implement policies and training to apply rapport-based interviewing techniques during forensic risk and needs assessment interviews to increase the likelihood of sex offenders starting and engaging in treatment.