Motivational Interviewing Introduction-Recording

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Video Summary

In the video, the instructor, Paul, conducts a training session on motivational interviewing (MI), starting with an introduction to his background and experience with MI since 2007. He explains the purpose of the training, which is funded by SAMHSA's Opioid Response Network, aimed at providing technical assistance and evidence-based practices for dealing with opioids and stimulants. Paul underscores the importance of MI, addressing how it adapts to different stages of change and emphasizes making people feel heard, shifting away from the method of simply directing clients on what to do.<br /><br />The session includes exercises such as the "persuasion exercise," where participants experience the pitfalls of telling someone how to change directly, which can often lead to resistance or discomfort. They practice listening with interest and refraining from giving unsolicited advice, highlighting the value of a guiding communication style that blends following and directing.<br /><br />Paul outlines the spirit of MI, which includes partnership, acceptance, compassion, and evocation, emphasizing that change is more effectively achieved when motivations are evoked from the person themselves, rather than imposed from outside. They discuss the concept of ambivalence, a natural part of the change process, and the importance of focusing on 'change talk’ - where people express desires, ability, reasons, and needs for change.<br /><br />The training also includes watching and analyzing a video demonstration (The Suspicious Smoker) to identify examples of change talk and how to respond effectively. Overall, the session aims to equip participants with MI techniques to enhance their ability to support clients in making self-motivated changes.

Keywords

motivational interviewing

Paul

training session

SAMHSA

Opioid Response Network

evidence-based practices

opioids

stimulants

persuasion exercise

guiding communication

partnership

acceptance

compassion

change talk

The Suspicious Smoker