Ep.13 Part 1 - Motivational Interviewing - Prof Stephen Rollnick
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Distinguishing Motivational Interviewing from Common Sense Counseling
The main difference between motivational interviewing and common sense counseling lies in how the counselor approaches the conversation. While common sense counseling involves listening to the individual's story and offering advice, motivational interviewing focuses on empowering the individual to think about what actions would be best given their circumstances. It shifts the focus onto the individual's perspective and encourages them to reflect on how they can avoid similar situations in the future.
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