What do the initials BRI mean?

You will notice that the interventionists at Scottsdale Intervention have the initials BRI-I or BRI-II after their name. This stands for Board Registered Interventionist level I or level II. The International Interventionists Credentialing Board (IICB) awards this registration to interventionists who meet professional standards of education, training, and experience.

Minimum Requirements for BRI I:
• Hold a current national or state recognized certification/license in a counseling related field.
• Have malpractice insurance, a minimum of 1,000,000/3,000,000.
• Have a minimum of 2 years of work experience conducting interventions.
• Successfully complete training/education on intervention.
• Adhere to Board Registered Interventionist Code of Ethics.

Minimum Requirements for BRI II:
• Be or meet the requirements to be a BRI I.
• Successfully complete training/education specific to addictions other than to alcohol and drugs, i.e., gambling, food, sex, etc.
• Have at least 5 years of work experience conducting interventions.

(adapted from http://www.iaodapca.org/certifications/bri/require.cfm)

It is important that your interventionist holds this credential. This professional credential assures you that your interventionist is trained and experienced. Further, the BRI requires that your interventionist uphold industry ethical standards and maintain a malpractice policy.

The BRI is the only intervention certification endorsed by the Association of Intervention Specialists (AIS). AIS sets the standards for interventionists internationally.

While it is legal for “just anyone” to facilitate an intervention, it is not ethical. Protect yourself and your loved one by hiring a Board Registered Interventionist.