Gareth Carter: Clinical Excellence in Addiction Treatment

As an internationally accredited addictions counsellor and master’s level certified interventionist, Gareth bridges the gap between acute crisis and long-term clinical stability.

A Foundation of Three Decades

Gareth’s has been in recovery from addiction since January 1993. This longevity provides him with a unique perspective on the full arc of the recovery process, from the initial intervention to the maintenance of a stable, long-term sober life.

He has held senior clinical roles, including Head of Treatment at leading facilities in both the United Kingdom and South Africa. Today, he leverages this experience to  ensure that the clinical standards at WeDoRecover.com remain world-class.

Professional Intervention & Clinical Strategy

As the only certified interventionists on the African continent, Gareth specialises in managing high-stakes pre-admission crises. His approach moves away from confrontational “surprises” and toward structured, compassionate clinical interventions.

Gareth works with families to frame treatment within recognised evidence-based models, including:

• The Minnesota Model: Integrating 12-step principles with professional clinical care.

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) & DBT: Addressing the psychological drivers of addictive behaviour.

• Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET): Helping individuals resolve ambivalence toward change.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gareth Carter’s professional background? Gareth Gareth has worked in the addictions field since 1997. He has held the head of treatment post in both the UK & South Africa. He was N.C.A.C. certified in the year 2000 through FDAP (UK) which later became Addiction Professionals UK. He founded WeDoRecover.com in 2008 and has nearly 30 years of clinical experience and intervention work. He was awarded a Masters level CCMI-M in 2020.

How does Gareth approach the intervention process? His process is clinical and strategic. He works with the family to diminish the cycle of enabling and denial, using professional intervention techniques to transition the individual into a vetted treatment program safely and effectively.

Does WeDoRecover.com work with medical aids? Yes. Gareth and his team are experts in the South African healthcare landscape. They help families utilise their medical aid benefits to cover essential costs like supervised medical detox and the first month of primary inpatient care.