Motivational Interviewing is a style of therapeutic communication. It increases patients' motivation and confidence in their ability to take steps toward achieving their health goals. This results in better clinical outcomes.
Motivational Interviewing: An Evidence Based Approach for Use in Medical Practice
Any healthcare professional who is in a position to create or support a plan of care is encouraged to attend.
Medical staff: MD, PA, NP, RN, LVN/LPN, CMA, RDN, PT...
Behavioral health staff: PsyD, LMFT, LCSW, BHT...
Non-clinical staff members: health navigator, service rep...
This six hour, two part workshop, conducted virtually or in person, will help learners acquire basic MI skills. It is limited to 12 attendees in order to maximize everyone's participation.
This is not a lecture. Each attendee will experience motivational interviewing (MI) from a patient's perspective, practice applying MI techniques, and receive helpful feedback.
Coaching after the workshop is also available.
Part I - Basic Skills
Embody core principles
Build motivation and confidence
Part II - Practical Application
Formulate a goal
Identify action steps
In advance of the workshop, scheduled attendees are encouraged to read "Motivational Interviewing" by William R. Miller and Stephen Rollnick.
For more information or to arrange customized, in-person or virtual training for your organization, contact:
Robert Schwartz
Robert@HealthCoachRobert.com
619-800-8730