Community Violence Intervention: James Timpson and Roca’s Use of CBT
From the Center for American Progress: James “JT” Timpson explains how the Roca Impact Institute uses a cognitive behavioral theory (CBT) approach to empower individuals to de-escalate dangerous situations and make safer decisions. “We understand that if we build young people’s skills to make better decisions, then when they’re in those moments … it gives them an opportunity to slow down and make a different decision.”
In his role as the managing director of community violence initiatives at the Roca Impact Institute, James “JT” Timpson is responsible for bringing Roca’s innovative Rewire cognitive behavioral theory (CBT) strategy to community violence intervention (CVI) programs nationwide. In this video, JT explains Roca’s unique approach to working with young people in violence-affected communities that focuses on developing behavioral skills that empower individuals to make safer decisions, leading them away from violence.