Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a widely used approach to behavior change in the medical and mental health fields. This person-centered approach and techniques effective for helping individuals identify motivators and barriers to behavior change and strengthen potential long-term success. This two-part series focuses on a review of theoretical concepts that support MI’s use as a modality for change and discussion on techniques and skills that are central to the approach.

This is a two-part series. The second class:

Part 2 Objectives:

1. Review skills used by change facilitators to follow the “MI spirit” and help to establish therapeutic alliance and help clients resolve ambivalence and build confidence for change.
2. Examine statements made by clients that reflect awareness of change processes and motivation to make improvements.
3. Discuss strategies used by facilitators to elicit and support change talk.

Intended Audience

This is for anyone working with clients.

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