Motivational Interviewing Level 1 – SOR (Free)

This free two-day workshop focuses on motivational interviewing & will begin on Wednesday, May 1st, and continue on Friday, May 3rd. Motivational Interviewing (MI) Level 1 Motivational Interviewing is one of the most heavily researched interventions in the fields of addiction, behavioral health, and medicine. Study after study has reliably demonstrated that implementing this practice with proficiency and consistency will improve behavioral healthcare outcomes for consumers. MI is an approach that attempts to move an individual away from a state of indecision or uncertainty and towards finding motivation to make positive decisions and accomplish established goals. MI is a directional, consumer-centered style of interacting with the goal of eliciting behavior change by helping individuals explore and resolve ambivalence. Rather than acting in an antagonistic or combative way, the helper engages with the consumer to explore his/her feelings, including ambivalence about changing, and help clients find their own motivations. This workshop provides participants with an overview of the research and theoretical base for the model. Participants will also practice MI strategies and skills in small groups throughout the day in this online training. There will be a 1 HR lunch break from noon-1 pm MST, May 1st and May 3rd. A working camera and microphone are required to attend this event. (12 CEUs)