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Photo of Dr. Michael Contreras, Licensed Professional Counselor in Fannin County, TX
Dr. Michael Contreras
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LCDC, ADC, ICADC, DOT-SAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76021  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My clinical interests include: marriage and family counseling, school difficulties and behavior referrals, adolescent issues, crisis intervention, substance abuse, PTSD, and depression.
My client population includes children, adolescents and adults. I work with individuals as well as families. I facilitate numerous groups and skills training curriculum in various topics including adolescent first offenders, anger management, divorce and separation, parenting, and teen issues.
My clinical interests include: marriage and family counseling, school difficulties and behavior referrals, adolescent issues, crisis intervention, substance abuse, PTSD, and depression.
My client population includes children, adolescents and adults. I work with individuals as well as families. I facilitate numerous groups and skills training curriculum in various topics including adolescent first offenders, anger management, divorce and separation, parenting, and teen issues.
(817) 849-6835 View (817) 849-6835
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Keonta Golson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75024
Keonta brings years of working with K-12 kids in the educational system, training teachers, administrators and parents on effective behavior management techniques and intervention, ultimately improving the parent-child relationship as well as overall family functioning.
Keonta is a skilled and compassionate clinician who prioritizes collaboration with his clients. He enjoys working with a wide range of children, adolescents and adults. Keonta’s extensive knowledge and training in working with children/teens make him an excellent resource for families and parents who are struggling. Keonta can help with anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts and behaviors, low self-esteem, trauma, anger, ADHD, mood disorders, oppositional defiance, anger management, men’s issues, sports performance, motivation, goal setting and more. Keonta is also passionate about counseling adult individuals and couples.
Keonta brings years of working with K-12 kids in the educational system, training teachers, administrators and parents on effective behavior management techniques and intervention, ultimately improving the parent-child relationship as well as overall family functioning.
Keonta is a skilled and compassionate clinician who prioritizes collaboration with his clients. He enjoys working with a wide range of children, adolescents and adults. Keonta’s extensive knowledge and training in working with children/teens make him an excellent resource for families and parents who are struggling. Keonta can help with anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts and behaviors, low self-esteem, trauma, anger, ADHD, mood disorders, oppositional defiance, anger management, men’s issues, sports performance, motivation, goal setting and more. Keonta is also passionate about counseling adult individuals and couples.
(972) 499-6508 View (972) 499-6508
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Richard James Gibbons
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carrollton, TX 75010
Covid -19 has added additional strain to all members of our society. The levels of anxiety, depression and dysphoria have skyrocketed. People are dealing with stuffed feelings of grief, anger, and frustration more now than before the epidemic and any other period of American History. Emotional and financial pressures are pushing families to near breaking points and in need of intervention to help resolve issues that seem so overwhelming. Through the use of Positive Psychology and Mindfulness. An impartial Professional Counselor can try to assist in dealing with life on life's terms.
Covid -19 has added additional strain to all members of our society. The levels of anxiety, depression and dysphoria have skyrocketed. People are dealing with stuffed feelings of grief, anger, and frustration more now than before the epidemic and any other period of American History. Emotional and financial pressures are pushing families to near breaking points and in need of intervention to help resolve issues that seem so overwhelming. Through the use of Positive Psychology and Mindfulness. An impartial Professional Counselor can try to assist in dealing with life on life's terms.
(214) 995-5303 View (214) 995-5303
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Jacques de Broekert
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC, MAC, DAC
Verified Verified
Southlake, TX 76092
Additionally, I offer intervention services for addiction treatment.
Often in an attempt to finish "unfinished" business, we reenact unresolved issues in hopes of a better outcome finding ourselves face to face with the mountain of pain looming large in our past. I specialize in treating individuals, couples, and groups struggling with addiction, compulsive behaviors, depression, trauma, and related issues. If you struggle with addiction, I use emotionally connective and psychodynamic therapy to help you reach abstinence and then recovery, pre or post rehab. If you are struggling with the out-of-control substance abuse merry-go-round, we can work together to improve your life.
Additionally, I offer intervention services for addiction treatment.
Often in an attempt to finish "unfinished" business, we reenact unresolved issues in hopes of a better outcome finding ourselves face to face with the mountain of pain looming large in our past. I specialize in treating individuals, couples, and groups struggling with addiction, compulsive behaviors, depression, trauma, and related issues. If you struggle with addiction, I use emotionally connective and psychodynamic therapy to help you reach abstinence and then recovery, pre or post rehab. If you are struggling with the out-of-control substance abuse merry-go-round, we can work together to improve your life.
(817) 562-6974 View (817) 562-6974
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Jacques de Broekert
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC, LSATP, CSAC, MAC
Verified Verified
Southlake, TX 76092
Additionally, I offer intervention services for addiction treatment.
Often in an attempt to finish "unfinished" business, we reenact unresolved issues in hopes of a better outcome finding ourselves face to face with the mountain of pain looming large in our past. I specialize in treating individuals, couples, and groups struggling with addiction, compulsive behaviors, depression, trauma, and related issues. If you struggle with addiction, I use emotionally connective and psychodynamic therapy to help you reach abstinence and then recovery, pre or post rehab. If you are struggling with the out-of-control substance abuse merry-go-round, we can work together to improve your life.
Additionally, I offer intervention services for addiction treatment.
Often in an attempt to finish "unfinished" business, we reenact unresolved issues in hopes of a better outcome finding ourselves face to face with the mountain of pain looming large in our past. I specialize in treating individuals, couples, and groups struggling with addiction, compulsive behaviors, depression, trauma, and related issues. If you struggle with addiction, I use emotionally connective and psychodynamic therapy to help you reach abstinence and then recovery, pre or post rehab. If you are struggling with the out-of-control substance abuse merry-go-round, we can work together to improve your life.
(571) 489-0724 View (571) 489-0724
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Michael Gasper
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frisco, TX 75034
Families reach out to me when they need support, guidance, intervention and counsel for themselves or a family member who struggles with addiction and co-occurring disorders. I am a solution focused therapist who believes everyone can recover from substance related and mental health disorders. I believe families are impacted by these illnesses and need just as much support as the individual with the disorder. My goal is to help you meet your goals individually and as a family.
Families reach out to me when they need support, guidance, intervention and counsel for themselves or a family member who struggles with addiction and co-occurring disorders. I am a solution focused therapist who believes everyone can recover from substance related and mental health disorders. I believe families are impacted by these illnesses and need just as much support as the individual with the disorder. My goal is to help you meet your goals individually and as a family.
(214) 206-4452 View (214) 206-4452
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Redemption Behavioral solution Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Euless, TX 76040
I provide individual, couple, family and adolescence counseling and trauma intervention.
I help clients set personal goals for treatment. Every therapy session is interactive and engaged with the client to process personal growth. Client will achieve personal goals on their own time. I do apply evident-based and cognitive behavior to allow the client to process and provide self evaluation. The goal of every session is like the value of the postal stamp, "We will stick to it until we get there".
I provide individual, couple, family and adolescence counseling and trauma intervention.
I help clients set personal goals for treatment. Every therapy session is interactive and engaged with the client to process personal growth. Client will achieve personal goals on their own time. I do apply evident-based and cognitive behavior to allow the client to process and provide self evaluation. The goal of every session is like the value of the postal stamp, "We will stick to it until we get there".
(682) 452-7336 View (682) 452-7336
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John D Gambill
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCDC, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Wylie, TX 75098
John Gambill, M.A. Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (Supervised by Summer Land, LPC-S) John has experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, and groups who have been affected by substance abuse. He also focuses on assisting with ADHD, Depression, Trauma, Prevention Education on Drug (Illegal and Rx)/Alcohol Abuse, Bullying/Violence, STDs, Parenting, Intervention Counseling, Anger, Career Counseling/Consulting, Grief, Impulse Control, Stress, Truancy, and Self-Esteem.
John Gambill, M.A. Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (Supervised by Summer Land, LPC-S) John has experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, and groups who have been affected by substance abuse. He also focuses on assisting with ADHD, Depression, Trauma, Prevention Education on Drug (Illegal and Rx)/Alcohol Abuse, Bullying/Violence, STDs, Parenting, Intervention Counseling, Anger, Career Counseling/Consulting, Grief, Impulse Control, Stress, Truancy, and Self-Esteem.
(972) 787-1980 View (972) 787-1980
Photo of David L. Falkstein, Ph.D., & Associates, Psychologist in Fannin County, TX
David L. Falkstein, Ph.D., & Associates
Psychologist, PhD, LSSP
Verified Verified
Allen, TX 75013
We provide both comprehensive evaluation services and a variety of therapy and intervention services.
Dr. Falkstein has worked in the mental health field since 1988 and has conducted several thousand evaluations over the past 25 years. Unlike most psychologists, Dr. Falkstein has experience and knowledge as a psychologist in private practice and as a school psychologist actually working in the schools. Dr. Falkstein has a clinical team that works with him that includes 6 other Psychologists and 4 Licensed Professional Counselors. We offer evaluation services and therapy services to children, adolescents, and adults.
We provide both comprehensive evaluation services and a variety of therapy and intervention services.
Dr. Falkstein has worked in the mental health field since 1988 and has conducted several thousand evaluations over the past 25 years. Unlike most psychologists, Dr. Falkstein has experience and knowledge as a psychologist in private practice and as a school psychologist actually working in the schools. Dr. Falkstein has a clinical team that works with him that includes 6 other Psychologists and 4 Licensed Professional Counselors. We offer evaluation services and therapy services to children, adolescents, and adults.
(214) 427-1468 View (214) 427-1468
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DLR Counseling Group, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, CSC, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colleyville, TX 76034
Ross, MEd, LPC Supervisor, founder, and CEO, has over 20 years as an educator, therapist, intervention counselor, and school counselor.
Do you constantly second guess yourself or find there are thoughts you can’t seem to let go of? Do you experience lingering grief or need to improve your relationships? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then DLR Counseling Group is for you. It’s a fact. We all carry long-held beliefs that influence our lives. Oftentimes, they were seared into our minds and hearts when we were children. The positive ones cause us to move forward. The negative ones hinder us through fear, anger, self-doubt, hopelessness, or silence. They alter our thoughts about love, race, relationships, death, trauma, and much more.
Ross, MEd, LPC Supervisor, founder, and CEO, has over 20 years as an educator, therapist, intervention counselor, and school counselor.
Do you constantly second guess yourself or find there are thoughts you can’t seem to let go of? Do you experience lingering grief or need to improve your relationships? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then DLR Counseling Group is for you. It’s a fact. We all carry long-held beliefs that influence our lives. Oftentimes, they were seared into our minds and hearts when we were children. The positive ones cause us to move forward. The negative ones hinder us through fear, anger, self-doubt, hopelessness, or silence. They alter our thoughts about love, race, relationships, death, trauma, and much more.
(817) 533-8575 View (817) 533-8575
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Brian Lee Sharp
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LMHC, LPC, NCC, MBACP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75204  (Online Only)
Do you second-guess your decisions while also dreading the future? Maybe it’s too hard to get going upon awakening because you’re not sure what matters anymore. I’m guessing you’ve perhaps tried therapy or other treatments which may have helped temporarily, while your life eventually returned to the status quo. I’ve seen many people suffer for too long unnecessarily. That’s what makes me passionate about providing therapy that really makes a difference. I offer effective treatments for anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, and more. I also support those in the LGBTQ community, who may deal with these and other challenges.
Do you second-guess your decisions while also dreading the future? Maybe it’s too hard to get going upon awakening because you’re not sure what matters anymore. I’m guessing you’ve perhaps tried therapy or other treatments which may have helped temporarily, while your life eventually returned to the status quo. I’ve seen many people suffer for too long unnecessarily. That’s what makes me passionate about providing therapy that really makes a difference. I offer effective treatments for anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, and more. I also support those in the LGBTQ community, who may deal with these and other challenges.
(254) 655-6691 View (254) 655-6691
Photo of Stephen Chock, Psychologist in Fannin County, TX
Stephen Chock
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75093
MY GOAL: to promote mental, physical, & spiritual health for people at each developmental phase of life. Your struggles might include mood disorder or inefficient brain function. My broad-range experience: studied at Ohio State University under top-ranked professors in Counseling Psychology and brain injury. RESIDENCIES: Minneapolis VA hospital; Ohio State's brain injury rehab unit. 17+ years inpatient rehab neuropsychology experience at Baylor Rehab Dallas, Pate Rehab. 1990-95: Christian counseling & neuropsychology at Minirth-Meier Clinic. Adjunct Professor: LPC-level Counseling degree program at Dallas Theological Seminary.
MY GOAL: to promote mental, physical, & spiritual health for people at each developmental phase of life. Your struggles might include mood disorder or inefficient brain function. My broad-range experience: studied at Ohio State University under top-ranked professors in Counseling Psychology and brain injury. RESIDENCIES: Minneapolis VA hospital; Ohio State's brain injury rehab unit. 17+ years inpatient rehab neuropsychology experience at Baylor Rehab Dallas, Pate Rehab. 1990-95: Christian counseling & neuropsychology at Minirth-Meier Clinic. Adjunct Professor: LPC-level Counseling degree program at Dallas Theological Seminary.
(469) 804-7893 View (469) 804-7893
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Jordan Michael Edmondson-DeGraftenreed
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Forney, TX 75126  (Online Only)
My ideal client is looking for a non-judgemental, sex positive, open, and straightforward approach to meeting you where you are. They are looking for someone to connect with and have me help them in practical ways. I enjoy working with the LGBTQIA+ communities, polyamorous communities, kink communities, individuals struggling with anxiety, religious-based issues, work/career related issues, life change issues, both men’s and women’s issues, as well as depression. I utilize various approaches to therapy including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Adlerian Therapy, and Brief Solution Focused Therapy.
My ideal client is looking for a non-judgemental, sex positive, open, and straightforward approach to meeting you where you are. They are looking for someone to connect with and have me help them in practical ways. I enjoy working with the LGBTQIA+ communities, polyamorous communities, kink communities, individuals struggling with anxiety, religious-based issues, work/career related issues, life change issues, both men’s and women’s issues, as well as depression. I utilize various approaches to therapy including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Adlerian Therapy, and Brief Solution Focused Therapy.
(469) 382-1856 View (469) 382-1856
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Family Life Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Irving, TX 75062
Now accepting new clients. Please feel free to use our online booking system at familyandcounseling.com or reach out to us at (972) 348-5986. At Family Life Counseling we have an extensive background and experience in working with Couples, Families, and Individuals. Our Therapists offer a down to earth and practical approach to our clients by understanding the challenges it takes to make a relationship work. We work within the strengths of our clients to help develop skills and insight which can lead to a more fulfilled life.
Now accepting new clients. Please feel free to use our online booking system at familyandcounseling.com or reach out to us at (972) 348-5986. At Family Life Counseling we have an extensive background and experience in working with Couples, Families, and Individuals. Our Therapists offer a down to earth and practical approach to our clients by understanding the challenges it takes to make a relationship work. We work within the strengths of our clients to help develop skills and insight which can lead to a more fulfilled life.
(972) 348-5986 View (972) 348-5986
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Dr. Thomas C. Johnson
Psychological Associate, PsyD, LPA
Verified Verified
Frisco, TX 75034
I have a breadth of training and experience in working with individuals from diverse populations, and providing psychological services across the lifespan. My approach is to form relationships based on trust, respect and in a safe environment, facilitating growth in your overall well-being. I have a deep compassion for helping those individuals who want to improve their quality of life so that they may lead a life that matters. I received my doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from the Texas School of Professional Psychology, and am a Licensed Psychological Associate in the state of Texas.
I have a breadth of training and experience in working with individuals from diverse populations, and providing psychological services across the lifespan. My approach is to form relationships based on trust, respect and in a safe environment, facilitating growth in your overall well-being. I have a deep compassion for helping those individuals who want to improve their quality of life so that they may lead a life that matters. I received my doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from the Texas School of Professional Psychology, and am a Licensed Psychological Associate in the state of Texas.
(817) 697-2480 View (817) 697-2480
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Robert Good
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, CART, ThM
Verified Verified
Frisco, TX 75033
I work with individuals, couples, and families in helping them achieve control over "emotional hijacking" and poor decision making. Feelings like fear, sorrow, anger, rejection prevent people from experiencing connectedness with life and with others. Therefore, the ideal client is one who is struggling with relationship problems, anger, addictions (sexual or chemical), poor stress control, depression, or anxiety-I provide a safe environment where the individual's pain and/or struggle is met with understanding alongside a plan of action to address the issue(s).
I work with individuals, couples, and families in helping them achieve control over "emotional hijacking" and poor decision making. Feelings like fear, sorrow, anger, rejection prevent people from experiencing connectedness with life and with others. Therefore, the ideal client is one who is struggling with relationship problems, anger, addictions (sexual or chemical), poor stress control, depression, or anxiety-I provide a safe environment where the individual's pain and/or struggle is met with understanding alongside a plan of action to address the issue(s).
(214) 506-2568 View (214) 506-2568
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Wes Parks
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Arlington, TX 76016
If you're looking for a gay therapist in the DFW Metroplex who personally understands the confusion, frustration, and difficulties that can come with being LGBTQ+, look no further. Whether it is problems in your relationships, a lack of acceptance from your family or others, or confusion about who you are, I can help. Together we will find ways to improve your outlook, work on your relationships, feel better about yourself, and live your best life true to who you are.
If you're looking for a gay therapist in the DFW Metroplex who personally understands the confusion, frustration, and difficulties that can come with being LGBTQ+, look no further. Whether it is problems in your relationships, a lack of acceptance from your family or others, or confusion about who you are, I can help. Together we will find ways to improve your outlook, work on your relationships, feel better about yourself, and live your best life true to who you are.
(817) 591-4647 View (817) 591-4647
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Work-in Therapy PLLC, Dr. Delenny D, LCSW, EdD
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EdD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75231  (Online Only)
It is not easy to ask for help, but sometimes we have to admit what we are doing may not be working. If you are dealing with depression, grief, loss, anxiety, or trauma, my goal is to help you find what works. So that you can be the best version of yourself and start to live a happier life. I aim to make therapy collaborative and comfortable. Because I understand the importance of talking to someone and not feeling judged or being criticized. Therapy is about healing, motivation, and empowerment.
It is not easy to ask for help, but sometimes we have to admit what we are doing may not be working. If you are dealing with depression, grief, loss, anxiety, or trauma, my goal is to help you find what works. So that you can be the best version of yourself and start to live a happier life. I aim to make therapy collaborative and comfortable. Because I understand the importance of talking to someone and not feeling judged or being criticized. Therapy is about healing, motivation, and empowerment.
(469) 457-3149 View (469) 457-3149
Photo of Michael Alan Gibbs, Licensed Professional Counselor in Fannin County, TX
Michael Alan Gibbs
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Arlington, TX 76006  (Online Only)
My name is Mike Gibbs and I've been doing therapy for almost 5 years now. I'm a 42 year old African American Male and I really enjoy doing therapy. To me, there is not a greater gift than being able to help someone improve their quality of life and helping others is what drives me. I have a strong passion and desire to help others and this passion and desire is what ultimately led me to the therapy profession. My therapeutic background consists of working with clients who have had issues with anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship issues, substance abuse, and conflict resolution.
My name is Mike Gibbs and I've been doing therapy for almost 5 years now. I'm a 42 year old African American Male and I really enjoy doing therapy. To me, there is not a greater gift than being able to help someone improve their quality of life and helping others is what drives me. I have a strong passion and desire to help others and this passion and desire is what ultimately led me to the therapy profession. My therapeutic background consists of working with clients who have had issues with anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship issues, substance abuse, and conflict resolution.
(512) 710-2478 View (512) 710-2478
Photo of Hui Qiao, Licensed Professional Counselor in Fannin County, TX
Hui Qiao
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75252
Since 2011, I’ve been working as a professional who specializes in helping people cope with their issues in faith-based institutions. I walk alongside with my clients in a way where mercy meets wisdom. No matter whether they are emotional issues or relational issues, I will dedicate myself to listening to your challenges and struggles. I have been through valleys of suffering and pits of darkness in my own life, and all my experiences had made who I am now. I will not hesitate to empower my client by envisioning myself to BE each of them, so that they will know they are not alone anymore, as they now have a fellow traveler in life.
Since 2011, I’ve been working as a professional who specializes in helping people cope with their issues in faith-based institutions. I walk alongside with my clients in a way where mercy meets wisdom. No matter whether they are emotional issues or relational issues, I will dedicate myself to listening to your challenges and struggles. I have been through valleys of suffering and pits of darkness in my own life, and all my experiences had made who I am now. I will not hesitate to empower my client by envisioning myself to BE each of them, so that they will know they are not alone anymore, as they now have a fellow traveler in life.
(214) 239-0165 View (214) 239-0165

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Intervention Therapists

How does an intervention work?

An intervention is a planned, structured meeting in which a person’s family or friends voice concerns about the person’s behavior and its consequences; the goal is for the person to accept treatment. In this meeting, the person’s loved ones (often with the guidance of a trained interventionist) share how the person’s behavior has harmed them and the consequences if the person refuses treatment. They collectively ask the person to accept a proposed treatment plan.

How effective are interventions?

There isn’t extensive research on the efficacy of interventions, in part because success is difficult to measure. Individuals often enter addiction treatment after an intervention, for example, but treatment itself may not work, especially if the person only begins due to external pressure from others rather than due to internal motivation to change. However, if all other attempts at helping someone have failed, an intervention may be worth exploring.

What are the limitations of interventions?

While a friend or family member’s intentions are in the right place in wanting to help a loved one through an intervention, there are significant limitations to the approach. The surprising nature of the event can make the person feel ambushed or judged. They may feel embarrassed or ashamed as a result, and relationships may be strained or broken. This can make it difficult for the individual to be receptive to the concerns of their loved ones and the interventionist.

Are there alternatives to interventions?

Rather than confronting a loved one through an intervention, an effective and less pressured approach is to create space for a caring, open, one-on-one conversation. This works best if the loved one asks open-ended questions, listens attentively to the answers, and frames their observations and statements with concern rather than judgment. More than one conversation may be needed, but change can take root over time.