Motivational Interviewing is designed to maximize engagement with clients by incorporating modifications that accommodate individual abilities. Effective practice also depends on key professional characteristics such as trustworthiness, engagement, acceptance, empathy and honesty.
This session will review fundamentals of communication, trust-building and rapport while emphasizing authenticity and the importance of person-centered service. Through instruction, discussion, reflection, sharing best practices and role play, participants will gain strategies to promote positive outcomes for the people they serve.
After attending this training, participants will be able to:
• Define how Motivational Interviewing supports effective client engagement
• Apply person-centered language and skills to build rapport and develop collaborative planning with clients
• Recognize how their role in client interactions can help individuals take meaningful next steps, increasing the likelihood of positive progress