Basics of Motivational Interviewing
2.0 CEU's
Presented by Jacqueline Bowerman, LPCC-S
Course CEDL.0137.2.0
This two-hour course is designed to introduce and educate clinicians on the topic of and techniques associated with Motivational Interviewing. Motivational Interviewing (MI) is an evidenced based, person centered method for fostering change and growth that is applicable across a broad range of populations and professions. MI is a particular way of talking with people about change and growth to strengthen their own motivation and commitment to the process. Ambivalence is seen as normal and not considered resistance or pathology. MI is compatible with many other therapeutic techniques and theories although the overall idea is that the client is an expert in themselves and the clinician is a guide in the change process.
Training Objectives
At the end of this training, attendees will be able to:
- Understand the basic key concepts and guiding spirit of Motivational Interviewing.
- Be aware of the common pitfalls and traps to avoid when utilizing a MI approach.
- Identify and describe the four key tasks that embody MI: engaging, focusing, evoking and planning.
- Practice practical applications of each of the four key tasks of MI.
2.0 hours of continuing education credit will be available to those who complete the entire course presentation, take and pass the post-test (70% of questions, at a minimum, must be answered correctly), and complete a course evaluation.
