Motivational interviewing (MI) is a client-centered, evidence-based, goal-oriented method for enhancing intrinsic motivation to change by exploring and resolving ambivalence with the individual. This active, skill-building workshop provides participants with a review of the spirit and micro skills of MI, and focuses on using the strategies of the model to elicit change talk in conversation. Participants will integrate the spirit, skills, and strategies in practice conversations, and are encouraged to attend the Advanced MI workshop to develop proficiency in this method.

Overall Goal: Participants will be introduced to the practical application of Motivational Interviewing (MI) skills and strategies in human service settings

Target Audience: Helping professionals including social workers, psychologists, recovery coaches, rehabilitation counselors and others

Learning Level: Intermediate

Learning Objectives:

• Demonstrate the use of Motivational Interviewing skills in live conversation
• Elicit change talk in practice conversations using Motivational Interviewing strategies
• Provide coaching and feedback to fellow participants on their use of Motivational Interviewing

Time: 1PM - 4:15PM Eastern Time on 05/27/2025 (Part 1) and 05/28/2025 (Part 2)

Trainer: Bob Jope, LMHC, member of the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT)

Cost: $100 per person