Motivational Interviewing

Motivational Interviewing

Learn more about the importance of Motivational Interviewing, a powerful and effective tool you can use to help people make lasting changes in their lives.

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By Emma Hainsworth on Jun 16, 2025.

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Commonly asked questions

The primary goal of Motivational Interviewing is to help individuals explore and resolve ambivalence about making changes in their lives.

William Miller and Stephen Rollnick developed Motivational Interviewing in the 1980s to help individuals with substance abuse problems. The technique has since been adapted in other areas, such as therapy and psychology.

Many healthcare professionals use Motivational Interviewing, including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, counselors, doctors, nurses, and other healthcare providers.