Posted by Laura Clark Barefoot, Ph.D.Barefoot Chaplain Intervention Services, June 24, 2016 There’s more than one way to skin a cat, but any way you do it, it’s messy. Eric Thompson It’s only been since Mother’s day, my adult son returned from a year long stint in recovery. This was the 7th time, over a…
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Comforting a Griever
Laura Clark Barefoot, Ph.D. Barefoot Chaplain Intervention Services May 22, 2016 As a certified Grief Recovery specialist I am often asked what someone should say or do when they are at a loss for words when attempting to comfort the survivor of a deceased person. The answer is similar for any type of…
The Opposite Of Love Is Not Hate
The Opposite Of Love Is Not Hate Laura Clark Barefoot, Ph.D. Barefoot Chaplain Intervention Services December 27, 2015 Wouldn’t it be wonderful if we were able to go to sleep tonight and wake in the morning with all of our fears removed – every single one? Ponder the thought for a minute. How different would…
Sober Companion
Some people need the extra services of a Sober Companion to help them acclimate to life in recovery after treatment. Addiction treatment is a highly structured environment and some need help incorporating the tools they learned in treatment into their daily lives. To learn more about how Barefoot Chaplain Intervention Services can help you,…
Clinical Interventions
Our clinical interventions services can help get your loved one into treatment and manage the recovery process afterward. Click here to Get Help! Initial consultation There is no charge to call our offices and discuss your situation. We’ll make recommendations on next steps, intervention strategies and treatment options, and tell you about professional services. To learn…
Grief Recovery
Are you suffering from a broken heart? Did a death, divorce, or the end of a romantic relationship cause it? Or was it caused by any of the forty other losses that a person might experience such as moving, pet loss, or a change in finances? Regardless of the cause, you know how you feel…
Testimonials
“I have participated in several interventions. But, I have never been a participant in the caliber of polished professionalism and expertise Laura led our team through!” -J.D., Visalia, CA. “Thank you from the bottom of my heart, Laura. We are humbled by the care and compassion you showed my son. We had almost given up,…
About Barefoot Chaplain
From the Spirit of Love for the Spirit of Hope, Barefoot Chaplain, Laura Clark Barefoot, Ph.D., believes there is help for addicted families, those suffering from loss, and their loved ones. Through kindness, dignity, honesty, respect, and ultimately love we, at Barefoot Chaplain guide and support a healthy and respectful intervention environment which is the beginning…
Suggested Reading
Clicking on any of the books below will automatically transport you to Amazon.com where you can purchase any of these books at a terrific discount. Please enjoy. A standard-setting book on intervention, Love First has helped tens of thousands of families, friends, and professionals create a loving and effective plan for helping those who suffer…
Contact
Contact Us To learn more about how Barefoot Chaplain Intervention Services can help you, contact us from anywhere in the USA at (805) 801-8986 / or email us at barefootchaplain@yahoo.com You can also check us out and contact us through
Frequenty Asked Questions
Question: Is addiction the result of lack of willpower? Answer Chemical dependency is a complex disease that affects a person physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. Willpower is not an effective therapy for treatment of this disease any more than it would be for cancer, diabetes, or heart disease. Addiction happens at a physical and psychological…
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