Motivational Interviewing (MI) is an evidence-based practice that has been used in a variety of settings to assist individuals in making behavior changes and achieving goals. It focuses on exploring and resolving ambivalence and is geared toward understanding and enhancing internal motivations that facilitate change. This three-part training series will provide an overview of MI, when and where MI can be used, how to embody the spirit of MI, applying the foundational skills of MI, and how to use MI skills wherever an individual is in their change process.

Session 3: Putting it all Together & The Continuum of Change (2 hours)

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

1. Identify the elements of the continuum of change.

2. Describe the connection between the continuum of change and motivational interviewing.

3. Demonstrate how to best support someone in the change process based on their place on the continuum.

4. Synthesize the spirit, processes, and skills of MI.