Intervention Counselling in Cheltenham

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Regina Tipping
MA
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL50
Hello! If you need to talk, I can help! I am a friendly, calm, and caring mother of two. I enjoy cooking, arts, and dance and I enjoy helping in community-building activities. I am accredited by the BABCP. I have worked for NHS talking therapies for over five years helping people manage low mood, worry, panic disorder, specific fears, and other behavioural difficulties. I have in-depth experience in using cognitive behavioural therapies and other holistic techniques to help people regain their happiness and confidence. I work with adults and teenagers including people with ADHD, ASD, and other specific needs
Hello! If you need to talk, I can help! I am a friendly, calm, and caring mother of two. I enjoy cooking, arts, and dance and I enjoy helping in community-building activities. I am accredited by the BABCP. I have worked for NHS talking therapies for over five years helping people manage low mood, worry, panic disorder, specific fears, and other behavioural difficulties. I have in-depth experience in using cognitive behavioural therapies and other holistic techniques to help people regain their happiness and confidence. I work with adults and teenagers including people with ADHD, ASD, and other specific needs
01242 569946 View 01242 569946

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Atreyee Goswami
Psychotherapist, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gloucester GL1  (Online Only)
If you have been struggling with your thoughts and feelings and need to let go of old hurts or emotional baggage I can help you. You see, I understand that it isn’t easy to do life and to resolve issues by ourselves so I can provide the support you need to clear the blocks you are facing. I can help you work through your problems at your own pace, in a non-judgemental way. You have the space and time to process your ideas and emotions. Your sessions are tailored to your specific needs and requirements. Appointments are via telephone or online via Zoom or FaceTime.
If you have been struggling with your thoughts and feelings and need to let go of old hurts or emotional baggage I can help you. You see, I understand that it isn’t easy to do life and to resolve issues by ourselves so I can provide the support you need to clear the blocks you are facing. I can help you work through your problems at your own pace, in a non-judgemental way. You have the space and time to process your ideas and emotions. Your sessions are tailored to your specific needs and requirements. Appointments are via telephone or online via Zoom or FaceTime.
01780 438058 View 01780 438058
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Rebecca Leakey
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Gloucester GL1
I am an approachable, experienced and professional psychotherapist. I work in an integrative way to ensure I can meet the unique and individual needs of each client. I have extensive experience working with client’s who are experiencing a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties in a variety of settings. My areas of experience and expertise include; trauma (inc. PTSD, CPTSD, DID) depression, low mood, shame and low self worth, attachment and relational trauma, phobias, anxiety, dual diagnosis and all aspects of addictive behaviour including eating disorders.
I am an approachable, experienced and professional psychotherapist. I work in an integrative way to ensure I can meet the unique and individual needs of each client. I have extensive experience working with client’s who are experiencing a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties in a variety of settings. My areas of experience and expertise include; trauma (inc. PTSD, CPTSD, DID) depression, low mood, shame and low self worth, attachment and relational trauma, phobias, anxiety, dual diagnosis and all aspects of addictive behaviour including eating disorders.
01367 709278 View 01367 709278

Online Therapists

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Dr Charlie Cowtan
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Cardiff CF10
I am a Clinical Psychologist working in the NHS with children, adolescents and families who are experiencing a wide range of difficulties, including; mental health, attachment and parenting. Sometimes therapy involves seeing the person on their own, and other times it can involve the wider family as well. Our sessions will start by getting to know you better, and what your main difficulties are at present, in the context of your life experiences. Helping you to understand why you are having such difficulties will help us to tailor our psychological intervention to your specific needs. I will be with you every step of the way.
I am a Clinical Psychologist working in the NHS with children, adolescents and families who are experiencing a wide range of difficulties, including; mental health, attachment and parenting. Sometimes therapy involves seeing the person on their own, and other times it can involve the wider family as well. Our sessions will start by getting to know you better, and what your main difficulties are at present, in the context of your life experiences. Helping you to understand why you are having such difficulties will help us to tailor our psychological intervention to your specific needs. I will be with you every step of the way.
01633 603406 View 01633 603406
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Purple House Clinic Nottingham
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG1
Dr Lee is a Registered Clinical Psychologist experienced in working with clients across the lifespan. She provides assessment and therapeutic intervention for psychological difficulties including depression, anxiety, phobias, obsessive/compulsive problems, trauma, child behavioural problems, bereavement, trauma, anxiety and adjustment to chronic and life-limiting physical health conditions. Further to qualification in 2006 Dr Lee has worked in a range of settings both in the NHS and privately. She has post qualification training in Clinical Neuropsychology and Eye Movement Desentisitaion and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Dr Lee is a Registered Clinical Psychologist experienced in working with clients across the lifespan. She provides assessment and therapeutic intervention for psychological difficulties including depression, anxiety, phobias, obsessive/compulsive problems, trauma, child behavioural problems, bereavement, trauma, anxiety and adjustment to chronic and life-limiting physical health conditions. Further to qualification in 2006 Dr Lee has worked in a range of settings both in the NHS and privately. She has post qualification training in Clinical Neuropsychology and Eye Movement Desentisitaion and Reprocessing (EMDR).
01777 800583 View 01777 800583
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Amanda Leather
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Forensic Psych.
Verified Verified
Swanage BH19  (Online Only)
Hi, I am a registered psychologist with the HCPC. I have worked in the NHS for over seventeen years including children and adolescents, adults, EIS (psychosis) and also prison mental health, so my experience is pretty varied. I believe that everybody is different and as such work to help develop an understanding of what is going on for you, before exploring what intervention is likely to be the most effective. I also complete ASC assessments as part of a multi disciplinary team
Hi, I am a registered psychologist with the HCPC. I have worked in the NHS for over seventeen years including children and adolescents, adults, EIS (psychosis) and also prison mental health, so my experience is pretty varied. I believe that everybody is different and as such work to help develop an understanding of what is going on for you, before exploring what intervention is likely to be the most effective. I also complete ASC assessments as part of a multi disciplinary team
01202 125896 View 01202 125896
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Schola Shum Osong
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Loughborough LE12  (Online Only)
This gives us the flexibility to use different technics and intervention that best suit you to meet your specific need.
Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, internal conflict, overwhelmed with life challenges, feel stuck, etc, you are in the right place. I am passionate about helping people explore these feelings and emotions in a safe and confidential space, look for ways to cope, feel better and move forward. I work with a wide rage of issues, including, anger management, self-esteem, stress, relationship breakdown, PTSD, bereavement/grief, domestic violence and many others. I also offer Christian Counselling, a form of spiritual counselling to individuals that would like counselling tailored to their Christian perspective.
This gives us the flexibility to use different technics and intervention that best suit you to meet your specific need.
Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, internal conflict, overwhelmed with life challenges, feel stuck, etc, you are in the right place. I am passionate about helping people explore these feelings and emotions in a safe and confidential space, look for ways to cope, feel better and move forward. I work with a wide rage of issues, including, anger management, self-esteem, stress, relationship breakdown, PTSD, bereavement/grief, domestic violence and many others. I also offer Christian Counselling, a form of spiritual counselling to individuals that would like counselling tailored to their Christian perspective.
0116 502 3307 View 0116 502 3307
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Giorgia Garozzo
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
London EC2M  (Online Only)
I utilise a holistic and integrative approach to explore and tailor the most suitable intervention according to the person's needs and uniqueness.
Hello! My name is Giorgia and I'm a passionate Psychologist! Through a safe, authentic, empathic and non-judgmental therapeutic relationship, I help my clients to find a better way to see and accept themself while managing their life's challenges. We all go through hard moments in life, where emotional pain, lack of hope and feelings of being out of control, limit our ability to cope. One of the central core of my work is supporting my clients to feel in charge of thoughts, beliefs, attitudes and issues. These processes develop an awareness of how we think, how we perceive the world, and in particular, how we react to it.
I utilise a holistic and integrative approach to explore and tailor the most suitable intervention according to the person's needs and uniqueness.
Hello! My name is Giorgia and I'm a passionate Psychologist! Through a safe, authentic, empathic and non-judgmental therapeutic relationship, I help my clients to find a better way to see and accept themself while managing their life's challenges. We all go through hard moments in life, where emotional pain, lack of hope and feelings of being out of control, limit our ability to cope. One of the central core of my work is supporting my clients to feel in charge of thoughts, beliefs, attitudes and issues. These processes develop an awareness of how we think, how we perceive the world, and in particular, how we react to it.
020 4538 1689 x44 View 020 4538 1689 x44
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Sara Bentwood
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
London N20
I carry out thorough assessments which guide the formulation of the difficulties and direct the intervention.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years NHS experience providing highly specialist psychological assessment, formulation and interventions to both children and adolescents, other family members including siblings and parents/carers, as well as adults. I have a great deal of experience working with psychological difficulties such as anxiety including OCD, panic attacks, phobias and social anxiety; depression, low self-esteem and poor body image; behaviour difficulties, anger management, school issues such as bullying and family difficulties as well as difficulties with feeding and sleep.
I carry out thorough assessments which guide the formulation of the difficulties and direct the intervention.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years NHS experience providing highly specialist psychological assessment, formulation and interventions to both children and adolescents, other family members including siblings and parents/carers, as well as adults. I have a great deal of experience working with psychological difficulties such as anxiety including OCD, panic attacks, phobias and social anxiety; depression, low self-esteem and poor body image; behaviour difficulties, anger management, school issues such as bullying and family difficulties as well as difficulties with feeding and sleep.
020 4538 0224 View 020 4538 0224
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Michelle Kelly
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Birmingham B18
I also worked for Springfield MIND, a national MH charity providing Intervention for Stress, depression, anxiety & much more.
I am a qualified counsellor with a BACP Accredited qualification working to the BACP Ethical framework. My counselling is underpinned with qualifications in Health & Social Care, Children & Young People, Gangs, Anger Management, Criminal Psychology and a Bsc in Adult Mental Health Nursing. I am trained Integratively but apply focus on CBT, Motivational Interviewing techniques and Humanistic Approaches. Supporting a variety of needs to help enhance the quality of life of those I support to help build resilience. I am a member of the BACP Accredited register and Accredited register for The Foundation for Infant loss.
I also worked for Springfield MIND, a national MH charity providing Intervention for Stress, depression, anxiety & much more.
I am a qualified counsellor with a BACP Accredited qualification working to the BACP Ethical framework. My counselling is underpinned with qualifications in Health & Social Care, Children & Young People, Gangs, Anger Management, Criminal Psychology and a Bsc in Adult Mental Health Nursing. I am trained Integratively but apply focus on CBT, Motivational Interviewing techniques and Humanistic Approaches. Supporting a variety of needs to help enhance the quality of life of those I support to help build resilience. I am a member of the BACP Accredited register and Accredited register for The Foundation for Infant loss.
0121 726 1103 View 0121 726 1103
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Peace of Mind Wellbeing
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Cannock WS12
Peace of Mind Wellbeing offers therapeutic support and mental health intervention to Children, Young People and Adults, presenting with psychological difficulties such as Depression, Anxiety, OCD, PTSD, Social Anxiety, Specific Phobias, Childhood Trauma, Relationship difficulties and Low Self Esteem. Peace of Mind Wellbeing also offers couples therapy and family therapy, alongside training packages to other professionals, family and friends, to support their understanding of different psychological difficulties, how they present and how they can appropriately offer their support.
Peace of Mind Wellbeing offers therapeutic support and mental health intervention to Children, Young People and Adults, presenting with psychological difficulties such as Depression, Anxiety, OCD, PTSD, Social Anxiety, Specific Phobias, Childhood Trauma, Relationship difficulties and Low Self Esteem. Peace of Mind Wellbeing also offers couples therapy and family therapy, alongside training packages to other professionals, family and friends, to support their understanding of different psychological difficulties, how they present and how they can appropriately offer their support.
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Hannah Maguire
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Winchester SO21
My aim as a CBT therapist is to help clients who may be struggling with life challenges and develop a shared formulation that is individualised, that brings awareness to and understanding how your difficulties may have developed and are being maintained. This acts as a “roadmap” for our therapeutic understanding and intervention and will be covered in the initial assessment session(s). We will agree on how many sessions to meet for (usually six to 24, depending on the duration and complexity/severity) and help you work towards your set goals and values.
My aim as a CBT therapist is to help clients who may be struggling with life challenges and develop a shared formulation that is individualised, that brings awareness to and understanding how your difficulties may have developed and are being maintained. This acts as a “roadmap” for our therapeutic understanding and intervention and will be covered in the initial assessment session(s). We will agree on how many sessions to meet for (usually six to 24, depending on the duration and complexity/severity) and help you work towards your set goals and values.
07449 493168 View 07449 493168
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Jenny Hainsworth
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Leamington Spa CV32  (Online Only)
I am an HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist with over 30 years experience of working within the NHS in Primary Care, CAMHS, CMHT, Dentistry and General Medicine. I have considerable experience of psychological assessment and intervention with adults experiencing a range of difficulties including adjustment to long-term medical conditions and chronic illness; trauma; anxiety disorders and depression. I have expertise in working with people with kidney disease and dental phobia. I have a warm and compassionate approach to my work and recognise the impact that long-term conditions can have on a persons overall quality of life.
I am an HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist with over 30 years experience of working within the NHS in Primary Care, CAMHS, CMHT, Dentistry and General Medicine. I have considerable experience of psychological assessment and intervention with adults experiencing a range of difficulties including adjustment to long-term medical conditions and chronic illness; trauma; anxiety disorders and depression. I have expertise in working with people with kidney disease and dental phobia. I have a warm and compassionate approach to my work and recognise the impact that long-term conditions can have on a persons overall quality of life.
01926 563512 View 01926 563512
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Forouz Fay Askarnia
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MUKCP
Verified Verified
London W9  (Online Only)
My therapeutic approach is largely transpersonal integrative, which means I am able to integrate other approaches into my work, including humanistic, CBT, solution-focused and expressive/art therapy. How I work is entirely dependent on the needs of the client I am working with. Transpersonal therapy is a holistic healing intervention that evolved from the humanistic work of American psychologist Abraham Maslow in the 1960s. I am a registered member of the UKCP, and I work in accordance with their ethical guidelines. I offer both face-to-face sessions as well as online therapy which is accessible to all regardless of location.
My therapeutic approach is largely transpersonal integrative, which means I am able to integrate other approaches into my work, including humanistic, CBT, solution-focused and expressive/art therapy. How I work is entirely dependent on the needs of the client I am working with. Transpersonal therapy is a holistic healing intervention that evolved from the humanistic work of American psychologist Abraham Maslow in the 1960s. I am a registered member of the UKCP, and I work in accordance with their ethical guidelines. I offer both face-to-face sessions as well as online therapy which is accessible to all regardless of location.
020 4538 7859 View 020 4538 7859
Photo of Julie Dawn Jones - JDJCounselling For You!, BACP, Counsellor
JDJCounselling For You!
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cardiff CF11
Waitlist for new clients
Treatment Planning • One-On-One therapy/ Group Therapy • Systemic Family Therapy • Child & adolescence Counselling• Maintenance Planning • Crisis Intervention • Psychosocial Assessment • Risk Assessments • Online therapy.
The overall aim of Counselling and Therapy is to provide an opportunity for you to work towards living by where experiences are more satisfying. The process of Counselling becomes itself one of life's new situations: It offers an opportunity to experience life differently and to extend the range of ways in which you can operate in the world with greater satisfaction. "EVERY JOURNEY STARTS WITH ONE SMALL STEP"!!!!
Treatment Planning • One-On-One therapy/ Group Therapy • Systemic Family Therapy • Child & adolescence Counselling• Maintenance Planning • Crisis Intervention • Psychosocial Assessment • Risk Assessments • Online therapy.
The overall aim of Counselling and Therapy is to provide an opportunity for you to work towards living by where experiences are more satisfying. The process of Counselling becomes itself one of life's new situations: It offers an opportunity to experience life differently and to extend the range of ways in which you can operate in the world with greater satisfaction. "EVERY JOURNEY STARTS WITH ONE SMALL STEP"!!!!
029 2167 3089 View 029 2167 3089
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Simone Passos
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Bristol BS2
When it comes to psychological suffering, internal conflicts and even serious personality disorders, psychology uses new integrative for the intervention.
The psychologist can help you. Count on the support of a professional. Many think that the psychologist is exclusive for mental illnesses, this is a myth, the psychologist works in several areas and uses the best and specific knowledge to help people to have an improvement, guidance or even a determination that generates doubts in several aspects of your everyday life.
When it comes to psychological suffering, internal conflicts and even serious personality disorders, psychology uses new integrative for the intervention.
The psychologist can help you. Count on the support of a professional. Many think that the psychologist is exclusive for mental illnesses, this is a myth, the psychologist works in several areas and uses the best and specific knowledge to help people to have an improvement, guidance or even a determination that generates doubts in several aspects of your everyday life.
0117 456 5092 View 0117 456 5092
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Kayleigh Rainbird
PTUK
Verified Verified
Reading RG1
Play Therapy is a subtle but powerful therapeutic intervention which helps children overcome difficulties.
I am a therapist who has a holistic approach to helping children to heal by supporting both parents and their children . Through my work I have noticed that children with low confidence and low self-esteem can express this through becoming withdrawn and avoidant or becoming angry and controlling. Parents come to me and tell me their child always wants control or they feel like they are stepping on eggshells when around their child. I offer play therapy, parent coaching, parent-child attachment play and life story therapy which is for fostered or adopted children. Please see rainbirdtherapy.co.uk for more information.
Play Therapy is a subtle but powerful therapeutic intervention which helps children overcome difficulties.
I am a therapist who has a holistic approach to helping children to heal by supporting both parents and their children . Through my work I have noticed that children with low confidence and low self-esteem can express this through becoming withdrawn and avoidant or becoming angry and controlling. Parents come to me and tell me their child always wants control or they feel like they are stepping on eggshells when around their child. I offer play therapy, parent coaching, parent-child attachment play and life story therapy which is for fostered or adopted children. Please see rainbirdtherapy.co.uk for more information.
01256 591396 View 01256 591396
Photo of Catelyn Dorsey, MSc, MBACP, Counsellor
Catelyn Dorsey
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bath BA2  (Online Only)
Life is inevitably filled with many challenges and transitions and it’s not unusual to become overwhelmed. We can easily struggle with who we are and what we want from life. Maybe you're experiencing the breakdown of a relationship with a loved one, you’ve lost your job, just become a parent, received a diagnosis, started university, or maybe you’re just struggling with the idea of making a change in your life. Therapy can help you understand yourself better so that you can confidently adjust to change, set boundaries, navigate relationships, implement coping strategies & give yourself grace if you stumble.
Life is inevitably filled with many challenges and transitions and it’s not unusual to become overwhelmed. We can easily struggle with who we are and what we want from life. Maybe you're experiencing the breakdown of a relationship with a loved one, you’ve lost your job, just become a parent, received a diagnosis, started university, or maybe you’re just struggling with the idea of making a change in your life. Therapy can help you understand yourself better so that you can confidently adjust to change, set boundaries, navigate relationships, implement coping strategies & give yourself grace if you stumble.
01225 430673 View 01225 430673
Photo of Ross Wykes, PNCPS Acc., Counsellor
Ross Wykes
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Birmingham B5
Welcome. I'm Ross, an Integrative Counsellor dedicated to supporting people on their journey towards healing, growth, and self-discovery. Drawing from my own experiences of overcoming mental health challenges such as depression and anxiety, I offer compassionate guidance and practical tools to help you navigate life's ups and downs with resilience and clarity. I understand first-hand the courage and strength it takes to confront inner demons and emerge stronger on the other side, and I congratulate you in taking that first step towards healing and wholeness.
Welcome. I'm Ross, an Integrative Counsellor dedicated to supporting people on their journey towards healing, growth, and self-discovery. Drawing from my own experiences of overcoming mental health challenges such as depression and anxiety, I offer compassionate guidance and practical tools to help you navigate life's ups and downs with resilience and clarity. I understand first-hand the courage and strength it takes to confront inner demons and emerge stronger on the other side, and I congratulate you in taking that first step towards healing and wholeness.
0121 387 0137 View 0121 387 0137
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Dr Iqbal Mohiuddin
Psychiatrist, MBBS
Verified Verified
Luton LU2
I have assessed and holistically treated thousands of NHS patients for over 25 years as a British GMC registered doctor and psychiatrist. I have also been a private Consultant Psychiatrist in General Adult Psychiatry since 2008. I have successfully treated over a thousand private patients throughout the UK suffering from a wide variety of mental health problems including Adult ADHD, Depression, Anxiety and Panic disorders, OCD, PTSD, Bipolar disorder, Psychosis, Alcohol dependence, and Addiction. We also offer supervised Home Alcohol Detox for moderate Alcohol Dependence. I can help you to recover too. I can see you in 7-10 days.
I have assessed and holistically treated thousands of NHS patients for over 25 years as a British GMC registered doctor and psychiatrist. I have also been a private Consultant Psychiatrist in General Adult Psychiatry since 2008. I have successfully treated over a thousand private patients throughout the UK suffering from a wide variety of mental health problems including Adult ADHD, Depression, Anxiety and Panic disorders, OCD, PTSD, Bipolar disorder, Psychosis, Alcohol dependence, and Addiction. We also offer supervised Home Alcohol Detox for moderate Alcohol Dependence. I can help you to recover too. I can see you in 7-10 days.
01582 368253 View 01582 368253

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Intervention Counsellors

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 behaviour 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 behaviour 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.