Motivational Interviewing for Drug User Health Settings
Motivational interviewing is an evidence-based approach utilizing person-centered conversation that supports individuals in making behavior changes. This collaborative, non-judgmental approach honors the autonomy of the individual. Motivational interviewing can be a powerful tool in helping clients discover their own reasons for making a change. Effective motivational interviewing takes time and practice to master, but there are plenty of simple techniques that workers can adopt to better assist their clients.
This module will provide you with a working knowledge of motivational interviewing and foundational skills to integrate motivational interviewing into your organization.
Learning Objectives:
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Explain motivational interviewing principles.
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Define the 8 stages to acquire expertise using motivational interviewing.
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Describe how to use OARS as a tool in motivational interviewing conversations.
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Explain the Stages of Change/Transtheoretical Model.
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List the key principles for using motivational interviewing with a client.