MI is based on a respectful and curious way of being with people that facilitates the natural process of change and honors client autonomy.MI is designed to empower people to change by drawing out their own meaning, importance and capacity for change.MI is a guiding style of communication, that sits between following (good listening) and directing (giving information and advice).The most current version of MI is described in detail in Miller and Rollnick (2013) Motivational Interviewing: Helping people to change (3rd edition). 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.” (Miller & Rollnick, 2013, p. “MI is a collaborative, goal-oriented style of communication with particular attention to the language of change.
This document provides a brief summary of what MI is, what is isn’t and where to go next if you are interested in learning more about this approach. However, definitions of MI vary widely, including out of date and inaccurate understandings.
Motivational Interviewing (MI) is often recommended as an evidence-based approach to behavior change. Understanding Motivational Interviewing Summary
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