INTERVENTIONS

SUBSTANCE ABUSE INTERVENTIONS IN PITTSBURGH, PA

What is an Intervention?

The purpose of an Intervention is to break through the drinker or drug user's denial and defense mechanisms, which grow in strength together with the addiction. In an Intervention, those most affected by the addictive behavior confront their loved one, preferably under the guidance of a trained Interventionist. This is done in a positive, supportive, but firm way, with participants sharing their observations, and explaining how the drinker or drug user's behaviors have affected all concerned parties. The goal is to get the loved one into appropriate treatment, depending on need. We also focus on the family's needs – you have been dealing with active addiction too.
Is it time for an Intervention?
  • If someone else's behavior is affecting your life.
  • If they continue to promise that they will stop drinking or using.
  • If you are repeatedly told that YOU have the problem.
  • If they refuse to discuss their behavior and try to make it your fault.
  • If they agree to quit … after vacation/the weekend/the holidays, always tomorrow.
  • If you feel that you have been manipulated – yet again.

Then you might need a professional Intervention.
To Discuss Your Situation
  • If you would like to find out more about the Intervention services that are available to you, and whether your situation warrants an Intervention, take the next step. This initial phone conversation or email exchange is at no cost. Everything we discuss is entirely confidential. Making the decision to go ahead with an Intervention can be difficult, for a variety of reasons. Placing this initial phone call, or sending an initial email can be the hardest part. Loved ones live with active addiction, and are not always aware of the toll it takes on them. Addiction can be treated. However, like so many other conditions, addiction only gets worse if it is not addressed.

SUBSTANCE ABUSE PROFESSIONAL (SAP)

  • Individuals who have a commercial driver's license, or who perform certain safety-sensitive duties, are governed by the rules and regulations of the federal Department of Transportation. Under specific guidelines, a person who tests positive on a drug or alcohol test is required to have a substance abuse evaluation conducted by a qualified Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) and to follow the SAP's treatment recommendations prior to being considered for returning to safety sensitive duties. Dr. Herman in a qualified Substance Abuse Professional (SAP), and is able to perform these evaluations.

  • Simply working in the substance abuse field DOES NOT qualify as being a Substance Abuse Professional. If you are looking for a SAP evaluator, please verify their credentials. Dr. Herman is trained and qualified as a SAP by Department of Transportation (DOT) guidelines. He is also certified in Addiction Evaluation / Examination, and has conducted over 6,000 drug & alcohol evaluations.
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How This Works

When someone tests positive on a DOT alcohol or drug test:
  • There is a face-to-face evaluation to determine the extent of the substance abuse problem, and to determine what to do next;
  • Depending on the results of the evaluation, he provides a referral to an appropriate education or treatment program;
  • Following this, a mandated second face-to-face follow-up evaluation takes place to determine if the individual has actively participated in the education or treatment program, and has demonstrated successful compliance with the recommendations;
  • When appropriate, he provides the employer with a follow-up drug and/or alcohol testing program, and any follow-up treatment, as needed.
  • There are instances where an individual has violated employer- or other - policy regarding drug or alcohol usage, but is unrelated to the Department of Transportation. These individuals also require an evaluation.
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