Motivational Interviewing (MI) TrainingÂ
Strengthening Person-Centered Communication and Behavior Change
Motivational Interviewing (MI) is an evidence-based, person-centered approach to communication that helps people explore ambivalence, strengthen motivation, and move toward change. MI is practical, respectful, and useful anywhere conversations shape decisions, follow-through, and outcomes.
These trainings are skills-based and designed for immediate real-world application through demonstration, discussion, and guided practice.
What you’ll learn
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Across MI training offerings, participants develop practical skills that can be applied in a wide range of roles and settings, including:
• Core MI concepts, including the MI Spirit and OARS skills
• Person-centered and trauma-informed communication strategies
• Reflective listening, affirmations, and effective questioning
• How to recognize readiness for change and respond to ambivalence
• Techniques to elicit intrinsic motivation and change talk
• Strategies to reduce resistance and strengthen collaboration
• Supporting engagement, motivation, and follow-through
• Navigating effective conversations with individuals, teams, and stakeholders
• Collaborative action planning that builds confidence and momentum
How You’ll Learn
Learning is grounded in evidence-based practice and active participation.
• Core MI concepts, including the MI Spirit and OARS
• Reflective listening, affirmations, and effective questions
• How to recognize readiness for change and respond to ambivalence
• How to reduce resistance and strengthen collaboration
• Techniques to elicit intrinsic motivation and change talk
• Action planning that supports follow-through
MI can be applied across many settings where engagement, motivation, and behavior change matter.
Training Overview
Audience
Open to professionals, leaders, teams, and community members across sectors
Continuing Education
Continuing education hours are availableÂ
Trainer
Lesley Manson, Psy.D.
Master Trainer and certified Motivational Interviewing trainer with extensive experience delivering practical, evidence-based MI trainings across healthcare, education, public health, and community systems.
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