THERAPEUTIC JURISPRUDENCE AND THE USE OF COGNITIVE-BEHAVIORAL THERAPY FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF RESTORATIVE JUSTICE

Abstract

This undergraduate thesis primarily aims to examine the relationship between Therapeutic Jurisprudence and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as instruments for implementing Restorative Justice. The analysis is grounded in the premise that Therapeutic Jurisprudence represents a contemporary perspective designed to humanize procedural rites, with an emphasis on the psychological and social well-being of the parties involved in a dispute. Restorative Justice, in turn, seeks to repair the harm suffered by the victim and society, reestablish relationships through dialogue, and promote the social reintegration of the offender. Within this framework, CBT contributes highly structured, evidence-based techniques aimed at modifying dysfunctional patterns of emotions, thoughts, and behaviors, thereby fostering changes that strengthen restorative outcomes. Drawing on a bibliographical review with an interdisciplinary approach, the study concludes that integrating these fields of practice can enhance the effectiveness of conflict resolution strategies, help reduce criminal recidivism, and support the consolidation of a psycho-legal-social paradigm that is more preventive, participatory, and socially transformative—despite the significant challenges that remain in its implementation.