The Motivational Interviewing Advantage - 1 Day  Session in Seattle, WA
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The Motivational Interviewing Advantage - 1 Day Session in Seattle, WA

By Mangates_inc

Drive meaningful change: learn to use Motivational Interviewing to inspire action, build rapport and navigate challenges effectively.

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Location

Regus - Seattle - Plaza 600

600 Stewart Street#Belltown, Suite 300 and 400 Ph No: +1 469 666 9332 Seattle, WA 98101

Agenda

Module 1 - Introduction to Motivational Interviewing (MI)


• Principles of MI: patient centered, focused, goal oriented • Overview of ambivalence, resistance, and client motivation

Module 2 - Understanding and Enhancing Motivation for Change


• Identifying and encouraging change talk • Techniques to promote intrinsic motivation

Module 3 - Transtheoretical Model of Behavior Change


• Stages of change: precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, maintenance • Recognizing client readiness for change

Module 4 - Key MI Skills: Reflective Listening and Communication


• Active listening to understand and respond to client emotions • Managing high emotion situations and dealing constructively with resistance

Module 5 - Strategies for Goal Oriented MI Conversations


• Applying open ended questions, reflections, and summaries • Balancing guidance with client autonomy and support for self efficacy

Module 6 - Practical Application of MI Skills


• Handling ambivalence and building confidence in clients • Real world scenarios and practice sessions

Module 7 - Interactive Review and Reflection


• Group activities and discussions for skill reinforcement • Opportunities for self reflection and feedback

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Highlights

  • 8 hours
  • Ages 18+
  • In person
  • Paid venue parking

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

Business • Startups

Delivery Mode: Classroom (In-Person)

Language: English

Credits: 8 PDUs / Training Hours

Certification: Course Completion Certificate

Snacks, beverages, and lunch will be provided during the session.

Course Overview:

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is an evidence-based, patient-centered counseling method focused on goal-oriented change. Designed to empower clients through self-motivation, MI is particularly useful in addressing ambivalence toward behavioral change, making it highly effective for mental health, substance use, and chronic health conditions. This one-day interactive training provides participants with practical tools to facilitate client-driven change and techniques for addressing resistance constructively. Through role-playing, group activities, and reflection, participants will leave equipped to implement MI in their practice settings.

Key Takeaways:

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand client behavior and motivation for change.
  • Apply MI as an alternative to persuasion, focusing on client-driven solutions.
  • Use effective communication skills to encourage conversation and support change.
  • Assess client readiness to change using the Transtheoretical Model of Behavior Change.
  • Elicit and strengthen clients' intrinsic motivation by exploring and resolving ambivalence.
  • Respond constructively to resistance in client sessions.
  • Put MI techniques into practice, with a focus on reflective listening, effective questioning, and summarizing.
  • Integrate the person-centered spirit of MI to foster client autonomy and self-efficacy.
  • Manage neutrality effectively when clients make challenging decisions.
  • Address common frustrations and improve clinical confidence in guiding change.

Course Goals:

  • Alternative to Persuasion: Learn MI as a collaborative approach for behavior change.
  • Client Motivation: Help clients uncover and act on their motivations for positive change.
  • Progressive Skills: Enhance awareness of session dynamics and adjust as needed.
  • Patient-Centered Approach: Infuse MI’s principles into everyday client interactions.
  • Constructive Responses: Use MI techniques effectively when facing client resistance or ambivalence.

This one-day course emphasizes practical experience, with non-threatening group activities, skill-building exercises, and reflection opportunities to foster confidence in using MI skills.

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