Category: Conversations About Change: Strengthening Commitment

There are many ways to create a change plan and it is exciting when a client is very motivated to make this happen. However, it is also important to make sure the plan is reasonable and there are possible sub-goals along the way. We discussed this in an earlier blog...

Another way we can strengthen commitment in planning is to simply trust the process of the tasks of MI. The tasks of MI provide an excellent structure for a session, and it naturally allows for change talk to be reinforced and guides the client towards their goals. In particular, the...

We are all familiar with the collaborative approach MI offers to the clinician and client. This approach helps to “level the playing field” and reduces hierarchy in the relationship. In addition, working collaboratively can build trust and rapport. The key is to make sure the client feels the support and...