by Robert "Bobby" Newman, CIP, ICPS, ICDAC | Sep 23, 2020 | Intervention
Every addiction is different, and the problems the individual is experiencing is not the same as the next person. Also, people abuse drugs for different reasons, but it is common for most addicts to refuse help and not be able to admit they have a problem involving...
by Robert "Bobby" Newman, CIP, ICPS, ICDAC | Sep 3, 2020 | Intervention
Organizing an intervention takes planning and ensuring the right people are available. Families do attempt to organize interventions without the help of a professional interventionist—some are successful while others are not. However, regardless if you hire a...
by Robert "Bobby" Newman, CIP, ICPS, ICDAC | Aug 27, 2020 | Intervention
Do not go at it alone; hiring a professional family interventionist is beneficial and brings families together to start the healing process. Many families choose to host an intervention on their own, which does not end up being successful. Whereas others prefer to...
by Robert "Bobby" Newman, CIP, ICPS, ICDAC | Aug 4, 2020 | Intervention
Professional drug and alcohol interventions work, and there are certified intervention groups across the country performing these interventions. Whether if it is alcohol, street drugs, or prescription drugs, an intervention helps the family regain control and save the...
by Robert "Bobby" Newman, CIP, ICPS, ICDAC | Jul 30, 2020 | Intervention
How do you know when to stage a family intervention for a loved one? There is no instruction manual, and your loved one is not likely asking for help. However, there are some outward signs to indicate if your loved one is struggling with an addiction. Most addicts...
by Robert "Bobby" Newman, CIP, ICPS, ICDAC | Jul 14, 2020 | Intervention
Family intervention services is an organized meeting between family, friends, and a professional interventionist who are engaging a loved one addicted to drugs or alcohol. It is a calm conversation about his or her substance misuse, and the goal is to get them...
