If alcohol is part of what's going on with your loved one, take our short, private assessment to get a clearer picture of where things stand and what kind of support could help.
Not a diagnosis. For informational purposes only. If you or someone you love is in crisis, call 988 or 911.
An intervention at Integrative Recovery Therapies looks nothing like what you may have seen on television. It's a calm, structured conversation planned carefully in advance with your family. We work with you beforehand to prepare what each person will say, how to stay grounded if emotions rise, and what the realistic next steps are. There's no ambush, no surprise, no pressure tactic. It's respectful and direct, honoring both your loved one's dignity and your family's genuine concern.
Our team helps you get ready before the conversation happens. We talk through what you want to express, what boundaries matter most to you, and what support looks like if your loved one decides to enter treatment that day. And we stay with your family afterward, whatever happens. If your loved one isn't ready to commit right away, we help you regroup and figure out the next honest step. This is a relationship-based process, not a single event.
Every intervention we plan is built around these five commitments, regardless of the family or the situation.
We assess for safety risks before anything else, and we plan around them.
We keep the focus on clear communication instead of blame or shame.
We help families use specific, concrete language instead of vague accusations.
We help families hold loving boundaries, not ultimatums delivered in anger.
We prepare real, workable next steps rather than an all-or-nothing outcome.
We speak plainly and kindly, without judgment as the starting point for your family.
Our team plans interventions with real clinical training, not a generic template.
When treatment is accepted, we help coordinate the next step so nothing falls through.
We stay involved before, during, and after the intervention, whatever the outcome.
We understand the realities families in the Natchitoches area are navigating.
We meet your family in our Metairie office or through secure telehealth, whichever fits.
Take the free assessment, or talk it through with a real person first.
When you call, we start by listening. That first conversation is about understanding your family's situation, your worries, and what matters most to you. There's no pressure to decide anything right away. We build from there, creating a plan that reflects who you are and what you actually need, not a predetermined approach.
We start with a private conversation to understand the situation and screen for any safety concerns.
We help your family prepare what to say, what boundaries to hold, and what realistic next steps look like.
A calm, structured, guided conversation, not a surprise or an ambush, with treatment options ready if accepted.
We stay involved afterward, whatever the outcome, and help coordinate next steps with the family.
Integrative Recovery Therapies plans and facilitates interventions for families throughout Natchitoches, LA and the surrounding area. We serve residents in nearby communities and the greater Natchitoches region. Whether you prefer the convenience of secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth or would rather meet in person at our Metairie office, we work with your family's schedule and comfort level to develop an intervention plan that fits your needs.
No, interventions do not have to be confrontational. Integrative Recovery Therapies plans each one to be calm, structured, and respectful, so it feels like a caring conversation rather than a confrontation or an ambush.
If your loved one refuses help, your family already has a plan for realistic boundaries and next steps, because that possibility is part of the preparation from the start. A refusal does not mean the process failed; it means the conversation continues on your family's terms.
Yes, Integrative Recovery Therapies plans interventions for co-occurring addiction and mental health concerns, not just substance use alone. Our team is trained to account for both when preparing your family and the conversation.
Yes, we regularly support families navigating an intervention alongside legal or court involvement. When it fits the situation, we can also coordinate with our Re-Entry Counseling team.
If you are in immediate danger or need urgent support, call 988 or go to the nearest emergency room.
