What is an Interventionist?
An intervention doesn’t have to be stressful and intimidating. There are ways to make it easier for everyone involved. One of those ways is through working with the right people to help, such as an interventionist. With the help of a trained and professional interventionist your intervention can get your loved one the help they need.
What is an Interventionist?
An interventionist is an addiction professional who is focused on planning and executing interventions for families and friends who are struggling to get their loved one to begin the recovery process. An interventionist creates a strategy that involves all loved ones and they work to support long-term recovery. Not only can that mean a healthier, happier life, but it can also mean a more effective intervention period.
How Does an Intervention Work?
An intervention typically works by confronting the person of concern, and working together to get them started on their recovery. Interventions can be calm and gentle, or more blunt and direct. Interventions can also escalate to a different style throughout the duration of the intervention period. How the intervention is conducted will depend on the style that will work best for the person of concern in order to have the best chance of success.
Characteristics to Look for in an Interventionist
The proper credentials and a high level of experience in the right areas are the two biggest intervention characteristics to consider. An interventionist should also be available throughout the intervention period, so you can consistently move toward the goal of helping a friend or family member. The interventionist should emphasize family involvement in the intervention process as well. Lastly, you’ll want to be sure the interventionist you pick meets your needs and is a good fit for your long-term goals. If your insurance covers interventions, finding an interventionist who will accept your insurance is another thing to consider.
How to Find an Interventionist
If you’re looking for a professional interventionist, Dallas has several. You can find an interventionist through a Google search. If your insurance company covers interventions, you can look on their website for an interventionist who accepts your insurance. Another good source for interventionists are referrals from addiction treatment facilities.
Thrive Recovery Can Help Facilitate Your Intervention
Thrive Recovery is a certified ARISE® interventionist in Dallas. We can help you get the support you or a loved one needs, and organize an intervention that will provide a path toward help and healing. At Thrive Recovery, we know the value of the right interventionist, and want to make sure you’re getting everything you need so the journey to recovery can be an easier one. If you are interested in learning more about Thrive Recovery’s intervention services, contact us today!