Motivational Interviewing

My expertise in Motivational Interviewing is a product of extensive training, practical experience, and a genuine commitment to facilitating change. With over 10 hours of specific training, I have honed the skills necessary to engage clients in meaningful conversations about their motivations and aspirations. By fostering a collaborative and empathetic therapeutic environment, I empower individuals to explore their options and take confident steps toward positive change in their lives.

I utilize this approach with all change processes. The way society teaches us to think about change is misleading and can impede our ability to make change in our Iives. This approach helps fix this misconception - inciting change.

I use open-ended questions, affirmations, and reflective statements to elicit and enhance the client's own insights. By fostering a supportive and empowering environment, Motivational Interviewing encourages autonomy, self-efficacy, and a sense of ownership over the change process.

I have received extensive training and certification, as well as continued education credits in motivational interviewing.

Ambivalence, avoidance and doubt often interferes in maximizing human potential. When an individual becomes aware of their ambivalence and how their actions are not in alignment with their goals, new insight develops and committed action follows. Increasing hope, making decisions and taking committed action are the core principles of motivational interviewing. Confidence building in implementing your action plan is the key to behavior change.

I have had additional trainings in MI and utilized MI with both within the context of substance use treatment and in wrap around care for homeless prevention.

While using Motivation Interviewing, I focus on exploring and resolving ambivalence towards change. Through a collaborative process, I help individuals identify their own reasons for change and work towards their goals. Whether dealing with addiction, mental health or other life challenges, Motivation Interviewing can be a powerful tool to promote lasting change and personal growth.

This is a counseling approach designed to help individuals find the motivation to make positive behavioral changes.

Extensive MI training

Motivational interviewing was developed for substance abuse groups, where people are often seen as "resistant to treatment." I've worked with plenty of people who weren't sure about counseling, but if you listened to them, they were sure that they wanted something particular out of life. Motivational Interviewing involves a focus on letting clients explore why they want to do things, not convincing them of what they should do. Intrinsic motivation (freedom) is the means and the goal.

I have attended over 100 hours of training in Motivational Interviewing and led training for other staff on techniques for 2 1/2 years.

This intervention helps people become motivated to change the behaviors that are preventing them from making healthier choices. Research has shown that this intervention works well with individuals who start off unmotivated or unprepared for change. Motivational interviewing is also appropriate for people who are may not be ready to commit to change, but motivational interviewing can help them move through the emotional stages of change necessary to find their motivation.

I have completed two 21 hour training courses on integrating the approach of motivational interviewing in counseling approach. Motivational Interviewing is a counseling approach that is client-centered (you are the expert), counselor directed (I make observations and help increase awareness) focused on resolving inner conflict regarding change. This approach focuses on empowering clients to find their own meaning for, desire to, and capacity for change.

Change is hard! And why shouldn't it be? As much as we may want to change things, it's also scary and frustrating. Let's talk about it.

I have used motivational interviewing in the treatment of substance use disorder over the past 4 years. I work with my client using motivational interviewing to enhance the motivation to overcome substance use.

If you could remove any barrier in your life, where could your ambitions take you? While many barriers are out of your control, we can identify how to reach your full potential, despite difficulties that life throws you. I use open-ended questions, affirmations, and feedback to guide reflection and empower you in your mental health process.

Trained with MI expert DeeDee Stout for 5+ years and still meet monthly.