Motivational Interviewing

Feeling stuck, confused, or unsure "what's next?" after a major personal or professional milestone? Or has a recent setback got you wondering where to go from here? One or two sessions of motivational interviewing (MI) can be an affirming, nonjudgmental way to explore your options and gain some clarity. We'll talk about how your values and choices fit together and figure out what's holding you back from change. MI works either as a standalone treatment or to help clarify your therapy goals.

I am skilled in Motivational Interviewing (MI) because of my training and experience as a psychologist. This means I know how to help people talk through their feelings and make positive changes in their lives. I use MI techniques regularly to support my clients in overcoming doubts and taking steps toward their goals.

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a technique for increasing an individual's motivation to change. This approach has proven to be particularly effective with people that may be unwilling or unable to change. Healing through person-centered conversation and insight provoking questions are used in my treatment style.

We are enthusiastic practitioners of this proven effective approach to change. Motivational Interviewing is a client-centered approach that meets people where they're at to increase their intrinsic motivation to change. Using this approach over the last decade has shown us how to tap into the potential each client has for change.

Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented method of communication with particular attention to the language of change. It is designed to strengthen an individual’s motivation for and movement toward a specific goal by eliciting and exploring the person’s own arguments for change. Motivational Interviewing allows for collaborative conversation to strengthen a person’s own motivation for and commitment to change.

I have attended over 100 hours of training in Motivational Interviewing and led training for other staff on techniques for 2 1/2 years.

I earned my certification from the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work in 2015. I have completed refresher courses annually and practice this evidence-based practice frequently with clients over the years. Since 2021, I have taught MSW and BASW level interns to incorporate elements of motivational interviewing as part of their practicum.

I have received extensive training and certification, as well as continued education credits in motivational interviewing.

This is a counseling approach designed to help individuals find the motivation to make positive behavioral changes.

The "Roadmaps" in MI can be thought of as personalized, strategic plans that guide individuals through their journey of coping with anxiety and depression, identifying specific steps and strategies tailored to their unique experiences and goals. This method fosters a sense of autonomy and control in clients, essential factors in managing and alleviating symptoms of anxiety and depression.

I utilize this approach with all change processes. The way society teaches us to think about change is misleading and can impede our ability to make change in our Iives. This approach helps fix this misconception - inciting change.

Sometimes we want to make changes, but, there's something holding us back. It's easy to sit on the fence and talk ourselves out of meaningful action. Motivational Interviewing can help us clarify our goals and get unstuck.

Everyone needs a little encouragement, especially when we are working toward our goals. I love implementing MI into treatment because it feels good to build my clients up and recognize their strengths. Sometimes we can get overwhelmed, lost in a lack of confidence, or become intimidated by what we face but this is a way I can help with that.

Motivational Interviewing will be a key approach in our work together. We all have struggles with feeling motivated sometimes. With this method, I will help you uncover your own internal motivations, values, and perspectives so that you can positively work toward your goals.

Motivational interviewing (MI) helps to build a collaborative conversation that strengthens a person’s own motivation and commitment to change. The overall therapeutic style of MI is guiding you to change goals you are wanting to achieve within your life. It is a normal human experience to be ambivalent about change and shows you are one step closer to your goal. Using Motivational Interviewing therapeutically will help you explore your own reasons for changing in a safe environment.

I've had several trainings for MI and started my career in treatment facilities for substance abuse. While it's thought to be more challenging with people that have addiction issues, everyone struggles with motivation at times. I use the same curious and non-judgmental approach with all of my clients.

I learned about this approach in my masters program, have used it since, have attended motivational interviewing training and have presented professionally on motivational interviewing.

I have been using motivational interviewing for many years. Doing so enables me to approach people "where they are" as the contemplate behavior change. Depending on a person's stage of change I can help them accordingly.