Motivational Interviewing
In my practice, I employ Motivational Interviewing (MI) as a collaborative and client-centered approach to support you in making meaningful changes in your life. Motivational Interviewing is designed to help individuals resolve ambivalence and find the internal motivation to pursue their goals and overcome challenges.
During our sessions, I work with you to explore and understand your feelings about change. Motivational Interviewing focuses on enhancing your own motivation and commitment to change through empathetic and non-judgmental dialogue.
Motivational Interviewing Techniques
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Explore Ambivalence: MI helps you examine the mixed feelings or uncertainties you may have about making changes. By addressing these conflicting emotions, you can gain clarity on your values and goals.
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Strengthen Motivation: Through open-ended questions and reflective listening, I help you identify and build on your intrinsic motivations. This process fosters a sense of ownership and empowerment in your journey towards change.
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Develop a Plan: Together, we’ll work on creating a realistic and personalized plan for achieving your goals. MI emphasizes collaborative goal-setting, ensuring that the steps you take are aligned with your values and aspirations.
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Build Confidence: By recognizing and celebrating your strengths and past successes, MI helps build your self-efficacy and confidence in your ability to make lasting changes.
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Overcome Barriers: MI addresses any obstacles or challenges you may face and explores strategies to overcome them. We’ll work together to develop practical solutions and coping mechanisms.
My Approach
In our sessions, I use a supportive and empathetic approach to guide you through the process of change. Motivational Interviewing is not about telling you what to do but rather about facilitating your exploration and commitment to making positive changes in your life.
By incorporating Motivational Interviewing into our work, I aim to empower you to take proactive steps toward your goals, fostering a greater sense of motivation and readiness to create the life you envision.
