Skill Development in Motivational Interviewing
Motivational Interviewing (MI) is an evidence-based communication style designed to help people identify and act on their readiness, willingness and ability to make meaningful change in their lives. This training will further develop MI skills; participants need to have previous Motivational Interviewing training. Exercises and personalized feedback will help professionals to refine their ability to use MI to support individuals and families. Focus will be on four processes; complex reflections, evoking change talk, amplifying change talk, and genuineness. This skill building training will strengthen the ability of professionals to utilize Motivational Interviewing as a communication style in the face of sustain talk in both client sessions and group settings.
