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Enhancing Therapeutic Outcomes with Motivational Interviewing: Skills and Techniques for Mental Health Professionals

This comprehensive continuing education course is designed for mental health professionals seeking to enhance their clinical skills by incorporating Motivational Interviewing (MI) techniques into their practice. MI is an evidence-based, client-centered approach that aims to facilitate behavioral change by resolving ambivalence and enhancing intrinsic motivation. As therapists, integrating MI into clinical work can lead to improved treatment engagement, increased client autonomy, and more effective therapeutic outcomes.

  • On Demand

  • Online-Recorded Webinar

  • 3 hours

    Course duration

  • Resources Included

    What you are going to learn

    Course Objectives

    Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
    1. Understand the theoretical underpinnings of Motivational Interviewing, its guiding principles, and the research supporting its effectiveness in various mental health settings.
    2. Develop proficiency in the core MI communication skills: open-ended questions, affirmations, reflections, and summaries (OARS).
    3. Recognize and respond to different client language patterns, including change talk, sustain talk, and discord, to facilitate the process of behavior change.
    4. Utilize advanced MI techniques, such as the decisional balance exercise, values exploration, and goal setting, to support clients in resolving ambivalence and enhancing motivation.
    5. Integrate MI into various evidence-based psychotherapy approaches, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
    6. Adapt MI strategies to address the unique needs of diverse client populations, considering factors such as age, cultural background, and individual preferences.
    7. Evaluate the effectiveness of MI-based interventions in one's clinical practice, and adapt treatment plans based on client feedback and progress.

    Course Format

    Pre-course quiz: 15 minutes
    Course: 2 hours 30 minutes
    Post-course quiz: 15 minutes

    Target Audience

    This course is designed for mental health professionals, including psychologists, psychiatrists, clinical social workers, licensed professional counselors, and marriage and family therapists, who are interested in incorporating Motivational Interviewing techniques into their psychotherapy practice.

    Certification

    Upon successful completion of this course, participants will receive a certificate of completion and 3 CEU credits.This course is approved for 3 Category A Ceus by  the  State Board Of Professional Counselors & Therapists in Maryland.

    Emily Mori, MS, LCPC, NCC, CAS, ADHD-CCSP

    I am uniquely skilled in working with individuals with developmental disabilities. I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and young adults who are experiencing challenges with academics, parenting, family dynamics, transitions, and regulatory and behavioral issues. 
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