Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Empowering You to Create Positive Change
Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a collaborative, client-centered approach designed to help individuals explore and resolve ambivalence about making meaningful changes in their lives. Whether you are navigating personal challenges, pursuing new goals, or addressing patterns you want to change, MI provides a supportive and empowering space to move forward.
What Is MI?
What Can MI Help With?
MI is a counseling method rooted in the belief that individuals are the experts in their own lives. Instead of telling you what to do, MI helps you uncover your own motivations and strengths to make decisions aligned with your values and aspirations. It’s a highly effective approach for addressing behaviors and habits related to health, relationships, and personal development.
Motivational Interviewing is particularly effective for:
- Guiding you through the “part of me wants to… but part of me doesn’t” struggle of change
- Addressing behaviors such as substance use, procrastination, or unhealthy habits
- Supporting transitions and life changes
- Navigating complex decisions or goals
How Does MI Work?
Why MI Works
MI is a conversation style based on empathy, respect, and collaboration. It uses specific techniques to help you identify and strengthen your own reasons for change, including:
Open-Ended Questions: Encouraging deep exploration of your thoughts and feelings.
Reflective Listening: Demonstrating understanding and validating your experiences.
Affirmations: Highlighting your strengths and past successes to build confidence.
Summarizing: Clarifying and reinforcing key points in the conversation.
Eliciting Change Talk: Focusing on your own motivations and desires for growth.
The power of MI lies in its client-centered approach. Instead of prescribing solutions, it helps you:
- Clarify your values and priorities
- Recognize and overcome obstacles to change
- Build confidence and commitment to your goals
- Develop practical steps to create sustainable progress
Is MI Right for You?
If you’re feeling stuck, uncertain about your next steps, or ready to take control of your personal growth, MI can provide the tools and support you need to succeed. It’s an empowering, nonjudgmental approach that respects your autonomy and helps you unlock your potential.