Did you know that Connections Wellness Group offers motivational interviewing therapy? Motivational interviewing (MI) is a collaborative, client-centered therapeutic approach that helps patients gain insight into their behavior and develop the motivation to change for the better. Call 877.747.4294 to speak with someone from the skilled and highly qualified staff of Connections Wellness Group about the mental health treatment programs we offer.
What Is Motivational Interviewing Therapy?
MI therapy is a research-based therapeutic approach developed and refined over the past 30 years. It is an effective, evidence-based approach to helping people make behavior changes. MI helps patients recognize their ambivalence about making changes in their life and develops a motivational strategy to move forward.
Connection Wellness Group’s motivational interviewing therapy program focuses on helping patients explore underlying thoughts and feelings that have been holding them back from achieving their goals. Through motivational interviewing, patients can explore their values and goals, increase their self-efficacy, and develop an action plan to make meaningful changes.
MI is a specific type of psychotherapy. It was initially developed as a tool to help people quit smoking. Still, it has since been adapted and used in other areas—such as weight loss, substance abuse, addictive behaviors, mental health issues, and chronic illnesses. In general, an MI therapy program can help patients who have difficulty making decisions or changing unhealthy habits or behaviors. In addition to helping people manage difficult emotions and behaviors, MI can also help individuals build self-confidence and increase their sense of self-efficacy.
However, it is necessary to point out that an MI therapy program is often not enough to fully treat severe substance use disorders or other mental health issues. A comprehensive treatment plan that includes MI therapy is a much better course in cases like this.
What to Expect from an MI Therapy Program
As mentioned earlier, motivational interviewing therapy encourages patients to explore and resolve ambivalence regarding making changes. It increases motivation and confidence in each patient’s ability to make long-term positive changes. During MI sessions, the therapist works openly and nonjudgmentally with patients. Since MI is a type of psychotherapy, the foundation of this therapeutic approach is one-on-one conversations between the therapist and the patient who is enrolled in an IOP or PHP program.
Overall, the goal of MI therapy is to help patients become more aware of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to identify areas where they want to change. Patients are encouraged to look at the pros and cons of making these changes while being motivated by their values, needs, hopes, and dreams.
Benefits of a Motivational Interviewing Therapy Program
The main benefit of motivational interviewing therapy is that it helps patients gain insight into themselves while developing motivation to make lasting positive changes. Through this process, patients can gain greater control over their emotions and improve relationships with themselves and others. Additionally, MI provides a safe space for clients to express themselves openly without fear of judgment or criticism because it emphasizes respect toward all perspectives while encouraging self-exploration.
Find a Motivational Interviewing Therapy Program with Connections Wellness Group
Motivational interviewing therapy is an effective therapeutic approach for those seeking help managing difficult emotions or behaviors. If you are interested in seeing how MI could help you gain clarity on your goals and create lasting change in your life, request an appointment or call us at 877.747.4294. Our team consists of experienced mental health professionals trained in MI techniques, allowing them to provide compassionate care tailored specifically to each patient’s needs. Start your journey towards lasting change today with Connections Wellness Group.