What Is an Intervention?

Do you have a loved one who is addicted to drugs, alcohol, gambling, or smoking? An intervention program could help your loved one escape the grips of denial, rationalization, and projection.

An intervention is an orchestrated attempt by family and friends to get a family member, friend, or loved one to seek help for an addiction or other similar problems. When one has tried everything possible to inspire or convince their loved one that they need help, but they will not admit into a program, an addiction intervention program is a successful tool in helping you help your loved one escape from the grips of denial, rationalization and projection.

By approaching them from a place of love and compassion, with help facilitated by a addiction interventionist, you will be helping them understand the problem that they have and that a treatment program is needed. Using a professional interventionist will not only ensure that you have taken the appropriate approach, but will also give you peace of mind knowing that you have expressed your love and concern in a professional, impacting, and very effective manner.

Addiction Intervention Process

An intervention is a very strategic process that must be facilitated and properly executed by an addiction intervention specialist to ensure desired results. In order to effectively perform a substance intervention, an intervention team will be established and then thoroughly prepared with the information required for attaining success. All parties involved will understand the purpose, process and techniques of the intervention.


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  • Addiction DefinitionAddiction is also classified as a progressive disease. This means that the habit will only intensify as time goes on if nothing or nobody intervenes with the addiction.
  • Intervention FAQsHere are some of the most common questions that families often ask about an intervention, whether for drug, alcohol, or substance addiction.

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  1. My name is Nichole forbis I am writing because I have a sister whom which is on meth very bad has three kids and is staying house to house….we her family me and my mother are at the end of our ropes with helping her we want to save her life and her kids. My mother lossed my brother to a drowning in 2000 sheiks to well wither health and neither am i. I have cancer and my mother was just diagnosed with a tumor. I set and watch my mother daily worry about my sisters well being and the children. I cry every night and pray for her I fear for the kids bc ik they are not being taken care of and I do not want them to go to the state please anyone who can help us get a I intervention to my sister would be a huge blessing please help us…..here is my cell number 918-320-2303 and here is my mothers 719-289-6197 or home phone at 719-924-9003′. Email us at nforbis1986@yahoo.com or princesscmj2002@hotmail.com…..anybody please we desperately need your help. I also fear my mother may not have much longer if my sister does not get the help she needs and quick…please I’m begging anyone.

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  2. hi my name is crystal I am an addict to shooting crystal meth I have also snorted it smoked it as well I also like doing crack, and cocaine at times but I prefer meth. I have had sex for meth stole for it and lied for it. I have lost a lot in 2 years because of my addiction I have lost my kids, tore my relationship apart and hurt my family. can someone please help me.9122533244.

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  3. hi my name is crystal I am an addict to shooting crystal meth I have also snorted it smoked it as well I also like doing crack, and cocaine at times but I prefer meth. I have had sex for meth stole for it and lied for it. I have lost a lot in 2 years because of my addiction I have lost my kids, tore my relationship apart and hurt my family. can someone please help me.9122533244.

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    • Addiction is not limited to just meds and drinking… SIB is another thing that can be addictive… especially for those who have the chemical release in the brain that can happen when this is done.. Can you reach out to a therapist? or local mental health center?

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  4. How can I get help for my son I’m at my last resort please someone help me help him he’s only 21 I can’t bare to see him continue the path he’s going on

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  5. I want to get my little brother help he is 20 years old and is addict to meth he is a great person when he is sober. When he is high I don’t hear from him and it worries me that once I do get a phone call about him that it’s gonna be the one that says he is dead or in jail what do I need to do to get him help

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  6. I am in desperate need of information on an intevention for my husband of 26 years. He is helplessly addicted to alcohol and it is ruining our marriage. Please someone contact me with information.

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    • AA (alcoholics anonymous) can be a great starting place. and they also provide support, and resources, for both the addicted, and the family. Primarily it’s for the addicted, but they also are there for the family whos lives are impacted by their loved ones addiction to alcohol.

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  7. This is what my daughter said from her call from jail “Mom please help me, I promise if you get me out I will go to rehab.” My daughter was arrested on 6/12/14. She has been addicted to meth, pills & alcohol since she was 14 and now 25. She has a heart of gold and very beautiful and talented. What 25 year old female can take apart a car and put it back together? She can sew, interior decorate, hair, pet care, etc.
    Please help her so she can succeed and pursue her dreams.
    She’s got numerous charges for drugs to occupied, I.D. theft to intent to litter fict. bill/note/check and many numerous charges throughout the years. She has been in and out of trouble. Her preliminary hearing is set for end of June. She has a beautiful 6 year old little boy that misses her very much. As grandparents my husband and I have been raising him. He prays every night “Now I lay me down to sleep… He states “please help my mommy get well so she can get a job and be with me.”
    My husband and I have been happily married for 35 years. We can’t afford to get her rehab.
    I’ve watched your show and want to give it my all to get my daughter the help she needs.
    Please help her she is now asking and promising!!!!

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