Ep 6. Tammy
- November 25, 2014
Tammy is the focus of Intervention season 13 episode 6. The episode opens with Tammy, a mother of four, struggling with her addiction to crack cocaine. She spends her days smoking crack and neglecting her children. Tammy has a history of drug addiction that dates back to her teenage years. Her addiction has led her down a path of destruction, causing her to lose custody of her children and become homeless.
The episode follows Tammy as her family and friends come together to intervene and help her overcome her addiction. Tammy is initially resistant to the idea of getting help and blames her addiction on past trauma and a difficult childhood. However, with the support of her loved ones, Tammy agrees to seek treatment.
Tammy's family and friends express their concern for her well-being, sharing how her addiction has affected them. Her mother tearfully details how Tammy's drug use has caused her to miss out on important milestones in her children's lives. Tammy's sister discusses how she had to take on the role of a parent after Tammy lost custody of her children.
Tammy's intervention is held at a hotel where she is staying. Her family and friends gather to share their love and concern for her well-being. As Tammy listens to their stories, she begins to realize the gravity of her addiction and how it has affected those around her.
After the intervention, Tammy agrees to enter a treatment facility where she will receive the help she needs to overcome her addiction. The episode follows Tammy's journey through treatment, including group therapy and individual counseling sessions. Tammy struggles with the difficult process of recovery and admits that she misses her children deeply.
Throughout her treatment, Tammy's family and friends visit her, offering words of encouragement and support. Tammy also receives letters from her children, who express how much they miss and love her. These letters motivate Tammy to continue working towards recovery.
As Tammy progresses through treatment, she begins to see the positive changes in her life. She participates in group therapy sessions and opens up about her past traumas, allowing her to heal and move forward. Tammy also works on rebuilding relationships with her family members and taking steps towards regaining custody of her children.
The episode ends with Tammy reflecting on her journey and expressing gratitude towards her loved ones for their support. She acknowledges her past mistakes and vows to continue working towards a better future for herself and her children.
Intervention season 13 episode 6 provides a powerful and emotional look at the impact of addiction on families and the importance of seeking help. Tammy's journey towards recovery is inspiring and serves as a reminder that it is never too late to turn your life around.