6-hour MI with Couples
Recent years have seen renewed interest in how motivational interviewing can be used with couples to support individual behavior change. This day-long workshop introduces attendees to essential aspects of the theory and practice of motivational interviewing with couples. The workshop begins with an overview of what relationship science has learned about motivation and the implications for health-related decision making. Trainees then learn how MI with couples expands upon the individual MI skill-set. The morning session culminates in the introduction of how counselors engage couples in ways that align with MI Spirit. The afternoon session begins with a focus on strengths-based communication skill building and skills for mitigating conflict and exploring change-related goals in session. It culminates with an overview of goal-setting and planning with couples and special practice-related considerations. Throughout the workshop, concepts are illustrated in example session transcripts and activities.
