Motivational Interviewing
Event date: -
Event type: Multi-day (+2 days)
Level One Core QoC Workshop Series
Dates
Part One: Monday, March 21, 2022 | 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM EST
Part Two: Monday, March 28, 2022 | 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM EST
Location
Hosted via Zoom. Participants will be able to attend online or call in over the phone.
Course Description
Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a person-centred, directive method of communication for enhancing intrinsic motivation to change and is recognized as an effective evidence-based approach to support autonomy and long-term behaviour change.
In this two-part interactive workshop, we will explore how to enhance our conversation style with clients as they contemplate change. We will discuss topics such as how to explore ambivalence, roll with resistance, and elicit change-talk. We will learn how to work within the Motivational Interviewing spirit, where showing a genuine interest in the client’s perspective leads to further collaboration.
Learning Objectives
- Define Motivational Interviewing and discuss safe ways to explore ambivalence.
- Find ways to incorporate the spirit of MI into our work.
- Examine the change process through the Stages of Change model.
- Explore tools for change.
- Learn to avoid common traps in conversation with clients.
- Gain an appreciation of the principles of MI.
- Review the Micro Skills to help further develop conversations with clients.
- Expand our understanding of change talk and commitment talk and how to discern the difference.
Facilitator Biographies
Cheryl Robinson
Cheryl Robinson first entered the helping professions over twenty-five years ago by working at a shelter for men experiencing homelessness. It was there at the shelter that she became aware of the devastating cycle of addiction. Cheryl has been offering counselling for individuals concerned with their mental health and addictions for over seventeen years and has been a registered psychotherapist since 2015. Cheryl worked at a community addiction centre for fifteen years before serving as the Clinical Director of a residential treatment centre for two years. Currently, Cheryl works at Hope for Today Counselling in private practice and offers presentations in the community to help reduce stigma concerning mental health and addictions.
Jennifer Maddan
Jennifer Maddan has been working in the field of addiction and mental health for 15 years and has been a registered psychotherapist since 2016. Jennifer worked for 13 years at a community addiction centre before becoming the Clinical Team Lead at a residential treatment centre providing trauma and mental health treatment for military and first responders. Currently, Jennifer continues to support individuals with a wide variety of needs in her private practice (Jennifer Maddan Counselling Services) and works part-time as a mental health clinician for the Peterborough Family Health Team.
Pricing
- Early Bird Ticket for Peterborough-Based Participants: $59.00*
- Regular Ticket for Peterborough-Based Participants: $79.00*
- Regular Ticket for Participants Outside of Peterborough: $99.00*
*Plus Eventbrite's fee.
FAQs
Who should attend this workshop series?
This workshop series is designed specifically for helping professionals. We define "helping professional" as anyone in a position of interacting with people in providing a service.
How many people can attend?
Registration for this workshop series has been capped at 35 participants.
What is a level one core QoC workshop series?
This refers to a workshop series that is a part of QoC's core curriculum and is offered at a more basic level, though it can be beneficial to anyone regardless of their experience.
Do I need to attend both of the sessions?
Yes, attendees will receive certificates of attendance after participating in both sessions and filling out a post-course evaluation.
Will these sessions be recorded?
No, these sessions will not be recorded in order to maintain the privacy of participants. The session slides, however, will be sent out.
What is your refund policy?
We can offer refunds up to seven days before the first session. Eventbrite's fee is nonrefundable. After this period, we can accept substitutions. Your satisfaction is guaranteed.
Who can I contact with further questions?
If you have an accessibility request or any other questions, please contact the QoC Project Lead at qoc@peterboroughdrugstrategy.com or 705-927-3448.
The cost of this workshop series has been subsidized through a partnership with the Peterborough Drug Strategy and its members. Bursaries are available upon request.