An intervention is a planned interaction between an individual and a group whose sole purpose is to modify the individual’s dependence on a harmful substance or practice.
At Southworth Associates, an intervention is facilitated by an experienced, skilled interventionist in a gentle and caring manner. Our interventionists blend the best elements of three models of rehab intervention:
Southworth Associates’ firm, but compassionate, and non-adversarial rehab intervention style helps raise the bottom for the addict to help compel them into treatment. At the same time, our rehab interventionists masterfully foster collaboration between the family and the individual without the crippling guilt and blame that often prevents people from seeking help. Our rehab interventionists help everyone stay focused on the hope for recovery that treatment brings.
By collaborating together as a group and focusing on the hope for recovery as a group, free from the normal guilt and shame associated with addictions, a Southworth Associates rehab intervention is as much a healing event for the group as it is the individual. Southworth Associates will provide professional recommendations for everyone affected by the disease of addiction and will work to serve the groups recovery needs.
How does an Intervention work?
John Southworth interview from UKESAD in May 2010 (used with permission from www.inexcess.tv)
John Southworth interview from UKESAD in May 2009 (used with permission from www.inexcess.tv)
Betty Ford Center Newsletter Spring 2008
Southworth Associates is a proud member of both the Association of Intervention Specialists (AIS) and the National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers (NAATP).

