

Motivational Interviewing with William Miller
46 snips Dec 1, 2023
Dr. William Miller, expert in motivational interviewing, discusses the importance of establishing a good working alliance and mobilizing a person's motivation for change in therapy. They explore the relevance of motivational interviewing in healthcare settings and the challenges of motivating change. They also discuss the influence of Carl Rogers on behavior therapy and the power of facilitating change. The origins and development of motivational interviewing are explored, along with the concept of person-centered parenting. The importance of active and guided practice in learning mental health skills and the complexities of marriage therapy are also discussed.
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MI Boosts Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing (MI) can boost therapy outcomes, especially for anxiety.
- It helps build trust and mobilize a person's internal motivation for change.
Offer a Menu of Options
- When suggesting multiple behavior changes, present a menu of options.
- Ask the patient which change feels most feasible, empowering them to choose.
Emphasize Change Language
- Take a non-defensive approach and let patients pick one change to focus on.
- Look for and emphasize "change language," showing empathy for their struggles.