
TJI

Therapeutic Justice Institute
Expert Education & Consultation for Justice-Involved Recovery
Welcome to the Therapeutic Justice Institute's innovative and disruptive addiction treatment education and consultation.
Our focus is on best practices to help you navigate the complexities of addiction treatment.
- ASAM 4th Edition
- Harm Reduction
- Community-Based Recovery
Your journey towards better outcomes starts with us!
Services
ASAM 4th Edition
Learn the key principles of the ASAM 4th Edition criteria
Our international training, consulting, and technical assistance services can help transform your organization into a "mission-ready" entity capable of meeting today's treatment challenges.
TJI offers the American Society of Addiction Medicine's 3rd and 4th edition Criteria Certification Training via live and Virtual Training for Continuing Education credit, helping you stay compliant and at the forefront of the Evolution of Addiction Treatment.

Evidence Based
Therapeutic Justice Institute Training utilizes evidence-based education methodologies that enhance professionals like you understanding of addiction as a treatable medical condition through education and technical assistance.
This results in improved treatment outcomes, stronger multidisciplinary teams, decreased recidivism, and support for building safer custody facilities and healthier communities.
Harm Reduction
In the world of Therapeutic Justice, the shift from a purely punitive model to a Harm and Risk Reduction framework is the single most effective way to break the cycle of recidivism. For justice-involved individuals, this isn't just a clinical preference—it is a matter of public safety and life or death.
As a professional working within the justice system, your approach to harm reduction must be compliant, evidence-based, and compassionate.
Harm Reduction versus Abstinence in Drug Courts

Integrating Harm Reduction into Abstinence-Based Frameworks
Therapeutic Justice Institute Training utilizes evidence-based education methodologies that enhance professionals like you's understanding of addiction as a treatable medical condition through education and technical assistance.
This results in improved treatment outcomes, stronger multidisciplinary teams, decreased recidivism, and support for building safer custody facilities and healthier communities.
Recovery Court Bench Book: "Harm Reduction"
Recovery-Oriented Care
At the heart of our mission is a profound belief that recovery is not just about overcoming the past and building a purposeful, empowered future. Drawing on years of experience leading within the justice system, our approach to Recovery-Oriented Care recognizes that true healing happens when we address the whole person, not just the symptoms.
By integrating Therapeutic Jurisprudence with evidence-based harm reduction strategies, we bridge the gap between clinical needs and social stability.
Recovery-Oriented Care for Justice-Involved Addiction Professionals.

Bridging the Gap: Community-Based Care for Justice-Involved Recovery
For justice-involved individuals, the transition from institutional settings back to the community is a critical juncture that demands a shift from punitive measures to evidence-based, supportive frameworks. Our community-based approach prioritizes Community Mental Health, Integrated Care to address the co-occurring needs vital for success, and Mental Health Support Services to provide ongoing care in your local community community
About
Kenneth L. Osborne, CEO
Kenneth L. Osborne is an author, consultant, and justice-involved recovery expert with over 30 years of experience in addiction treatment, behavioral health, and corrections administration.
Throughout his career, he has provided training and technical assistance to organizations such as SAMHSA, the U.S. Department of Justice, and the Bureau of Justice Assistance.

Publications
Get in Touch
Therapeutic Justice Institute
NAADAC provider #249706
708-527-4282




