“How long will it take for our family to get back to normal?” This question, asked by nearly every family I work with, reveals one of the biggest barriers to intervention success: unrealistic expectations about what intervention can accomplish and how quickly family healing occurs. After years of escalating addiction impact, families often view intervention […]
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Why Preparation Determines Intervention Success
When families contact me about intervention services, they often ask the same question: “How quickly can we do this?” I understand the urgency—watching someone you love destroy their life creates an overwhelming need to act immediately. But here’s what I’ve learned through extensive treatment center experience progressing from primary therapist to clinical director: preparation, not […]