A client-centered, evidence-based counseling approach designed to enhance motivation for change by addressing ambivalence and fostering self-efficacy.

One of the core principles of MI, involving active listening, validation, and understanding of a client’s feelings without judgment.

A technique in MI that helps clients recognize the gap between their current behaviors and their desired goals, increasing motivation for change.

A strategy used in MI to avoid direct confrontation and instead guide clients toward exploring their own reasons for change.

A key MI principle that emphasizes a client’s ability to make meaningful changes by highlighting their strengths and past successes.

Statements made by clients that indicate motivation to change, which MI practitioners encourage to reinforce commitment to change.

Client statements that express resistance or reasons for maintaining the status quo rather than making changes.

Questions that invite clients to explore their thoughts and feelings in depth rather than providing simple yes/no answers.

Positive statements that recognize a client’s strengths, efforts, and abilities to encourage confidence and motivation.

A technique in MI where the counselor repeats or paraphrases what a client says to ensure understanding and encourage further exploration.

A method used in MI to review key points from a conversation, reinforcing the client’s motivations and progress toward change.

The process of building rapport and trust with a client to establish a strong therapeutic alliance.

Drawing out a client’s own reasons for change rather than imposing external motivations.

The state of having mixed feelings or uncertainty about making a change, which MI seeks to resolve.

Techniques and approaches that align with MI principles, such as collaboration, acceptance, compassion, and evocation.