When change is difficult, we need to deliberately communicate, connect, and collaborate in effective ways. Motivational Interviewing (MI) offers an evidence-based, grounded approach to conversations about next steps, as well as a specific clinical skill set that create effective interventions. Focused on identifying and cultivating personal motivation, MI conversations are fertile ground where solutions arise […]
Encouraging behavior change can be one of the most challenging and frustrating aspects of working with people in your environment. Motivational Interviewing (MI) offers the opportunity to communicate clearly, cultivate the desire for change, and create personalized treatment plans that lead to results. This training will teach specific MI clinical skills, but is more […]
Person-Centered Care is a philosophy and set of strategies that seeks to minimize harm associated with high-risk behaviors while supporting positive, incremental behavior change. This approach believes all people are capable of change and will do so when they are ready and when circumstances allow. It uses compassion, dignity, respect, and consistent positive regard to promote […]
Stress is often perceived as solely an emotional experience, but decades of research demonstrate its impact on physical health and wellbeing. We will explore the neuroscience explaining how stress manifests in humans and how, through intentional use of Motivational Interviewing (MI) skills, we can help the people we work with mitigate stress at the psychological, […]
Training Description This training provides an overview of case planning for behavioral health providers by discussing best practices and addressing what can get in the way of success for both providers and the people they serve. Participants will learn the essential components of case planning for individuals in recovery, including introduction to the strengths model, […]