Psychologists Off the Clock

135. Power of Empathy and Motivational Interviewing with Stephen Rollnick

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Apr 8, 2020
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INSIGHT

Resistance to Persuasion

  • Persuasion often backfires, triggering resistance, especially in addiction treatment.
  • Therapists often blame the patient's resistance instead of reflecting on their approach.
INSIGHT

The Role of Ambivalence

  • Ambivalence about change is normal, not pathological.
  • Taking sides in a patient's ambivalence increases their resistance.
ANECDOTE

Muddy Shoes

  • Stephen Rollnick's son resisted his direct instruction about muddy shoes.
  • He realized he should've focused on his son's learning and autonomy.
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