You can meet with the professional beforehand to plan things out, and you may even want to invite him or her to the intervention to act as a facilitator. It's especially important to consult with a professional if the following is true : [substeps] The person has a history of mental illness.
[header] How to perform an intervention [title] Consult with a professional. [step] To ensure the best chances for success, you should consult with someone who has experience helping addicts and conducting interventions. A professional interventionist will be able to guide you and other family member through the process, increasing chances that the intervention will be successful.