MI is a collaborative, goal-oriented style of communication with particular attention to the language of change. It is designed to strengthen personal motivation for and commitment to a specific goal by eliciting and exploring the person’s own reasons for change within an atmosphere of acceptance and compassion.

In this training, you will learn:

• To empower people to change by drawing out their own meaning, importance, and capacity for change.
• A respectful and curious way of being with people that facilitates the natural process of change and honors client autonomy.
• A guiding style of communication, that sits between good listening and giving information.