To Intervene or Not to Intervene?
When you picture an addiction intervention, you may imagine a showdown between angry family members and a shocked and humiliated addict that ends with the addict storming out of the room, back into the arms of...
The Role of the Professional Interventionist
Professional interventionists work with those closest to an addict to help the addict acknowledge their addiction and enter treatment. Their expertise lies in breaking through denial, identifying...
Choosing an Interventionist
Choosing an interventionist is like choosing a therapist and close family friend all rolled into one. Television shows like “Celebrity Rehab” and A&E’s “Intervention” have led a growing number of individuals to become...
The Types of Addiction Interventions & When to Use Them
There is more than one way to stage an intervention. So how do you know which type is right for a given situation?
Choosing the type of addiction intervention that will most likely lead the...
The Three Stages of an Addiction Intervention
Addiction interventions vary depending on the needs of the individual being intervened upon, but most follow three predictable stages.
Pre-Intervention
Prior to an intervention is a long and critically...
Intervention: A Strong Stand Against Addiction
An addiction intervention is an act of love. When executed properly, it can bring the family back together and get everyone the help they need.
An addiction intervention typically follows these steps:...