Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Brief Description
The information in this program outline is provided by the program representative and edited by the CEBC staff. The Motivational Interviewing (MI) program has been rated by the CEBC in the areas of: Motivation and Engagement and Substance Abuse Treatment (Adult).
- Child Welfare Outcome: Safety
- Types of Maltreatment: Does not target any specific kind of maltreatment
- Target Population: Caregivers of children referred to the child welfare system.
MI is a client-centered, directive method designed to enhance client motivation for behavior change. It focuses on exploring and resolving ambivalence by increasing intrinsic motivation to change. MI has been shown to be effective in improving substance abuse recovery outcomes by itself, as well as in combination with other treatments.
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Contact Information
- Name: Melinda Hohman, PhD
- Agency/Affiliation: San Diego State University
- Department: School of Social Work
- Website: www.motivationalinterview.org
- Email: mhohman@mail.sdsu.edu
- Phone: (619) 594-5500
- Fax: (619) 594-5991
Date Reviewed: June 2011 (originally reviewed in August 2006)