Are you struggling with behaviours or habits that hold you back? Do you want to make meaningful changes in your life?
Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a collaborative, goal-oriented approach that empowers individuals to explore and resolve ambivalence/indecision, harnessing their intrinsic motivation to drive positive transformation. It has been successfully applied in various settings, including:
- Substance/Alcohol Abuse and Dependence
- Behavioural Addictions (gambling, risky sexual activities, pornography)
- Health Behaviour Change (e.g. exercise, nutrition)
- Mental Disorders (e.g., anxiety, depression)
- Academic and Career Development
MI is built on five core principles:
- Empathy: Understanding and acknowledging your perspective.
- Developing Discrepancy: Highlighting the gap between current behaviour and desired outcomes.
- Avoiding Argumentation: Refraining from confrontation.
- Rolling with Resistance: Addressing and reframing resistance.
- Supporting Self-Efficacy: Fostering confidence in your ability to change.
In a MI session:
- We establish rapport and build trust.
- We identify and clarify the target behaviours.
- We explore motivations and reasons for change.
- We develop a concrete plan for action.
- We consolidate progress and reinforce maintenance.
You will benefit from:
- Trust and honest engagement with your doctor/therapist
- Enhanced motivation in achieving your goals
- Reduced resistance and ambivalence towards positive change
Motivational Interviewing offers an effective framework for facilitating behavioural change. If you're ready to unlock positive change in your life, our clinicians will guide you through a supportive and non-judgmental process.
To schedule a session, reach out to us at Private Space Medical. Take the first step toward a brighter, healthier future.