Ep 3. Samantha C.

Samantha C. is the focus of season 14 episode 3 of Intervention. The episode begins with an introduction to Samantha as a young, successful woman with a promising career in finance. However, as the episode progresses, we learn that Samantha has been struggling with addiction for years and her life has spiraled out of control.

The episode shows Samantha’s family and friends talking about how her addiction has affected their relationships with her. Her sister reveals that Samantha has stolen from her, and her mother explains how she had to kick her out of the house because of her drug use. Samantha’s boyfriend also talks about how her addiction has made it impossible for them to have a healthy relationship.

Throughout the episode, we see Samantha struggling to maintain sobriety. She attends an AA meeting while visibly high and then leaves early. She also has a relapse when she takes a pill that is supposed to help with her addiction but ends up causing her to become high instead.

The episode also shows a look at Samantha’s childhood and family history. Her mother reveals that Samantha’s father struggled with addiction and died as a result. Samantha’s mother also talks about the guilt she feels for not being there for Samantha as much as she should have been when she was growing up.

Intervention specialist Jeff VanVonderen is brought in to help Samantha and her family. He talks with her individually and helps her to see that she needs to commit to getting help in order to turn her life around. He also has a conversation with Samantha’s mother, where he helps her to understand that she needs to trust in Samantha’s ability to change and that she needs to let go of her guilt over her past mistakes.

The episode ends with Samantha agreeing to attend a rehab program and her family expressing their support for her. They all agree to work on fixing their relationships and moving forward as a family.

Overall, the episode is an emotional look at the devastating effects of addiction on both the addict and their loved ones. It shows the importance of seeking help and the positive impact of having a support system. It also highlights the complex nature of addiction and the difficulties of overcoming it, even for those who are successful in other areas of their lives.