Independent Living Skills 

Training Program

Clinician Treatment Tools

Independent Living Training Program

(20-26 Sessions)

Program 1: Do I have what it takes to live Independently

Program 2: How am I doing in My desire to Become Independent

1. Do I have a Positive Attitude?
2. The Little Engine That Could: Maintaining a Positive Attitude
3. Motivation
4. Responsibility
5. Dealing with Alcohol and Substance Abuse Issues
6. Handling Change: Who Moved My Cheese?

Program 3: Handling the Negative Issues in My Life

1. ANGER Workout: Dealing with My Anger in a Healthy Way
2. Assertive Behaviors when dealing with Confrontations
3. Handling My Self-Destructive Behaviors
4. Dealing with Stress in a Healthy Way

Program 4: How to Communicate Effectively

1. Focus on Feelings Not Just Content!
2. Improve Listening Skills
3. Non-Verbal Communications
4. A Helping Model of Problem Solving when Solving a Mutual Problem with a Friend
5. Tips on Improving Communications with a Friend in Need

Program 5: Job Application Process

1. Writing a Resume
2. Writing a Cover Letter
3. Handling the Job Interview

Program 6: Tools for Improving the Quality of Your Life

1. Handling Your Personal Finances
2. Managing Your Time So That You Can Achieve Your Goals
3. Introduce Exercise into Your Life
4. All About Walking
5. Eating Wisely:
   1. The American Plate
   2. Model Calorie Food Plans