Motivational Interviewing

Course overview

This workshop teaches the concepts of Motivational Interviewing (MI) and the Trans theoretical Model of Change, their relationship to each other, and their usefulness in clinical practice. This training is for practicing and new counselors in mental health and substance abuse treatment settings. Participants will have an understanding of how (MI) can begin to move clients toward autonomy in their healing process. This experiential workshop gives participants an opportunity to work with Stages of Change and apply motivational strategies. The hands-on approach helps participants put the material into use with clients.