Category: MI Components

There have been many definitions offered of Motivational Interviewing. Most of them are very similar, and generally, have the same basic components. The definition I prefer to use is one offered by the founders, Bill Miller and Stephen Rollnick: Motivational Interviewing is a person-centered counseling style for addressing the common...

The definition below gives us an all-encompassing overview of Motivational Interviewing. And at the same time, it can be overwhelming to implement without fully understanding all of the components. Motivational Interviewing is a person-centered counseling style for addressing the common problem of ambivalence about change. It is designed to strengthen...

Even though there may be numerous reasons for the client to make a change, there will almost always be reasons for the client to continue making similar choices related to a particular behavior. Ambivalence, or having conflicting motivations at the same time, is a normal process when one is considering...

The definition below highlights the importance of not only the techniques and processes of MI but also the atmosphere for a supportive and productive session. Motivational Interviewing is a person-centered counseling style for addressing the common problem of ambivalence about change. It is designed to strengthen an individual’s motivation for...

The definition below provides an excellent overview of the philosophy of MI, and the atmosphere that best supports an individual contemplating a change in their lives: Motivational Interviewing is a person-centered counseling style for addressing the common problem of ambivalence about change. It is designed to strengthen an individual’s motivation...