Motivational Interviewing and Solution Focused Interventions

Overview

Due to the increase in the popularity of Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Solution Focussed therapy as interventions both in addictions and general health and social care practice, this Motivational interviewing training course will give practitioners the skills to engage with their clients using motivational interviewing techniques in conjunction with Solution Focussed Therapy, thereby facilitating client-led, sustainable behaviour change.

Who is Motivational Interviewing and Solution Focused Interventions aimed at?

Social Care, Health Care, Mental Health, Criminal and Juvenile Justice and Addictions staff

Course Length

2 days

Learning Outcomes

On conclusion of the course, attendees will:-

• Have an understanding of the principles and strategies used in motivational interviewing
• Understand the role of motivational interviewing in relation to brief interventions and the Cycle of Change
• Understand and utilise the theoretical framework including important concepts
• Be able to integrate knowledge within an appropriate practice setting
• Have an understanding of the principles and strategies used in motivational interviewing
• Understand the skills and principles of Solution Focused Therapy, including competency frameworks and client success focus
• Be able to practise skills rehearsal, demonstrating consolidation of knowledge