Portland, OR USA--Introductory

This 2-day intensive workshop (part of an MI training series—ask for flyer) will:

1. Describe the “spirit,” key principles and four processes of Motivational Interviewing (MI)
2. Critically engage MI demonstrations via videos and live examples
3. Demonstrate and practice the spirit and primary skills associated with MI, with specific attention to evoking change talk
4. Become familiar with and practice the range of skills used in MI to engage with clients, focus the scope of the work, evoke change talk, dancing with discord and negotiate a change plan

Target Audience
These trainings are appropriate for helping professionals and paraprofessionals in the role of supporting individuals to make and sustain behavior changes: social workers, physicians, nurses, health educators, care managers, dieticians, counselors, psychologists, life and health coaches, clergy, probation/corrections officers, personal trainers, school counselors, and educators.

Included in the Workshop

• 14 hours of high-level training from national and international MINT trainers
• Light breakfast/Coffee Breaks/Light Snacks
• University venue with local food carts and hotels within walking distance
• 13 Social Work CEUs (6.25 and 6.75 Hours)

Daily Schedule
9:00am-5:00pm; Lunch: 12:00-1:15pm            

Training Location - Portland State University

Portland State University- School of Social Work

1800 SW 6th Ave, 6th Floor, Room 620/630

Portland, Oregon 97201

• Located in the heart of downtown Portland in the middle of campus. (See map on next page.)
• Easily accessible via public transportation, with a host of nearby accommodations and restaurants.