Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a method of therapeutic communication.  MI has been shown to be effective when assisting people to overcome the ambivalence that oftentimes hinders them from making desired behavioral changes in their lives. In this Workshop, effective motivational strategies that healthcare professionals can use when promoting health behavior changes will be discussed.

COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Upon conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:

1. List the elements that underlie the spirit of motivational interviewing
2. Discuss the factors of motivation and the rationale for assessing motivation prior to giving advice, treatment or education
3. Practice the skills to recognize, elicit and respond to “change talk”
4. Demonstrate and practice the interpersonal style and strategies for:

• engaging the patient
• responding to “sustain talk” and discord
• exploring importance of change
• assessing and enhancing self-efficacy

When: January 28 and 29, 2016

Time: 9am-4pm

Location: PIVOT, 1st floor Conference Room
167 Polk Street
Watertown, NY 13601

Space is limited!!!