In this model, the power of love and concern is harnessed to reinforce emotional support, increasing the chances of engagement and willingness to seek help. By surprising the individual, it disrupts their usual defense mechanisms, creating an opportunity for them to see the impact of their behaviors and the need for change. It aims to initiate a transformative shift in perspective and motivate individuals to take immediate action towards recovery.
This approach encourages individuals to participate voluntarily in the intervention process, empowering them to make their own choices. The focus is on building trust and understanding, fostering a supportive environment for open dialogue and exploration of treatment options. This model recognizes the importance of personal autonomy and honors the individual's decision-making capacity as well as educates the entire support system on family recovery concepts and encourages treatment engagement for everyone involved.
This model focuses on stabilization, safety, and integration of resources. Crisis Intervention helps families navigate scary and challenging situations to restore immediate functioning. Overdoses, seizures, arrests, and other medical or legal risks are taken into account to determine the appropriate application of this model.