David S. Prescott, LICSW

Welcome

David Prescott is the Director of Professional Development and Quality Improvement for the Becket Family of Services located across northern New England. He has worked in and around inpatient settings for three decades and specializes in working with individuals who have sexually abused as well as those who have experienced trauma. This web site is dedicated to sharing resources, networking, and training to increase knowledge in these fields. It builds on the belief that all professionals can be more effective when we work together and exchange ideas

                                       photo by J. Lloyd

David's published works and training focus on

1. Assessment and treatment of adolescents and adults who have sexually abused
2. Motivational interviewing
3. The Good Lives and Self-Regulation models of sexual offender rehabilitation
4. The use of ongoing, structured feedback in improving clinical outcomes (e.g., Feedback-Informed Treatment)
5. Neurobiological perspectives on treating sexual abuse and aggression

He has presented on these topics around the world.