Our Inform Plus and Engage Plus programmes help people stop offending online. We work with people who have been arrested, cautioned or convicted for online offences involving indecent images of children or engaging in sexual communications with children.
To discuss the course and availability, please call our confidential Stop It Now helpline (0808 1000 900), use our live chat or send us a secure email.
What will I get from Inform Plus and Engage Plus?
We understand the devastating impact that online sexual offending can have on individuals and their families. Our programmes provide a safe and confidential space where participants can talk about their online behaviour, alongside other people who are dealing with similar situations.
Inform Plus helps people stop viewing indecent images of children. Engage Plus helps stop online sexual communication with children. Both programmes support participants to explore their online sexual offending in a non-judgemental and supportive environment.
Our programmes are run by specialist and experienced staff. They help participants understand their behaviour and find ways to manage difficult thoughts and emotions to prevent further offending.
Inform Plus and Engage Plus cover a number of topics and provide a wide range of information which covers all aspects of online offending:
- How to cope with feelings of guilt and shame
- How to manage anxiety
- Support to cope with the impact of the offending behaviour on the participants and those closest to them
- Information on self-care, including diet, exercise and sleep
- The behavioural process involved in online offending
- Develop awareness of the effect on child victims
- Information about the criminal justice system and the implications of sentencing outcomes and the sex offender register
- Understand healthy relationships and how to disclose the behaviour to others
- Identify goals and personal strengths to help build a positive future lifestyle
- Learn about techniques to manage difficult thoughts and emotions
- A focus on relapse prevention
Participants will also receive a completion letter at the end of the programme, which confirms their attendance and outlines the content of the programme.
How does Inform Plus and Engage Plus work?
- 10 sessions, up to two and a half hours each
- Between 6 and 10 participants in a group
- It might be possible for us to deliver programmes on a one-to-one basis, or adjusted to suit a person’s needs.
How much does Inform Plus and Engage Plus cost?
As a charity we have to charge a fee to help cover our costs.
- Inform Plus or Engage Plus group (online or in person): £780
- Inform Plus or Engage Plus one-to-one (online): £880
- Inform Plus or Engage Plus one-to-one (in person): £1080
We wouldn’t want anybody’s financial situation to prevent them from accessing our services. If you would like to complete one of our programmes but are experiencing financial challenges, please call us to discuss financial assistance and payment options.
This course is free of charge for Scottish citizens and paid for by the Scottish government
Information shared during sessions remains confidential and won’t be passed on unless:
- it raises concerns about a child at risk
- a previously unreported offence is disclosed
- it has been agreed in advance to share information about progress with other agencies
What previous participants have said
The facilitators on this course have all been excellent. They made me feel safe and they clearly all had significant real-world knowledge of what they were talking about. They fostered an excellent group dynamic that made even the challenging parts of the course copable.
I was scared and nervous before starting the course I didn't know what to expect and if I would know anyone on the course. After the first zoom call I had high expectations and I expected it to help me learn more about this subject. My expectations were definitely met.
The course was incredibly informative - It was well led, everyone involved was encouraged to speak and listen, and as the weeks progressed I felt more comfortable in the company of my group.
Can you also help my family and friends?
We also provide emotional and practical support for partners, friends and family of people who have been arrested, convicted or are under investigation for online sexual offences against children.
Find out about our programme for families.
