Motivational Interviewing: Helping People Change and Grow (Applications of Motivational Interviewing Series)

Motivational Interviewing: Helping People Change and Grow

A Practical Guide to Supporting Positive Change

Motivational Interviewing: Helping People Change and Grow offers a practical introduction to Motivational Interviewing (MI), an evidence-informed approach for helping people explore their own motivations, strengthen commitment, and move toward meaningful change.

Part of the Applications of Motivational Interviewing Series, this book is designed for professionals and students who want to develop effective communication skills for supporting behavior change. It focuses on the collaborative nature of Motivational Interviewing and provides useful concepts for applying MI across a range of professional settings.

What You'll Learn

• Understand Motivational Interviewing – Explore the core principles and communication strategies behind MI.

• Support Behavior Change – Learn approaches for helping individuals identify their own reasons and motivation for change.

• Build Collaborative Conversations – Develop communication techniques that encourage engagement, autonomy, and constructive dialogue.

• Encourage Personal Growth – Apply MI principles to conversations focused on personal development and positive change.

• Use Practical Communication Strategies – Discover techniques that can be adapted to different clients, situations, and professional environments.

• Develop Professional Skills – Strengthen your ability to communicate effectively with people who may be uncertain or ambivalent about making changes.

Ideal for Students & Professionals

This book is a useful resource for professionals and learners working in fields where communication, counseling, behavior change, and personal development are important, including:

• Counselors and Therapists

• Social Workers

• Healthcare Professionals

• Behavioral Health Practitioners

• Psychologists

• Educators and Coaches

• Students of Counseling and Psychology

• Professionals Learning Motivational Interviewing

Whether you're new to Motivational Interviewing or looking to strengthen your existing communication skills, this resource provides valuable concepts and practical perspectives for helping people change and grow.

Build Better Conversations That Support Change

Motivational Interviewing emphasizes a respectful, collaborative approach that helps individuals explore their own goals and motivations. Motivational Interviewing: Helping People Change and Grow can be a valuable addition to a professional library, academic collection, or training resources focused on counseling, psychology, behavior change, and effective communication.

Explore the principles of Motivational Interviewing and develop practical skills for supporting meaningful change and personal growth.