HIV and Motivational Interviewing
What Is Motivational Interviewing?
Directive, person centered counseling style that aims to help people explore and resolve their ambivalence about behavior change.
Benefits of Learning about Motivational Interviewing
More realistic expectations
Greater recognition of small accomplishments
Greater success over time
Less frustration and burnout
Effective across populations and cultures
Actively involves the person in his/her own care
Improves adherence and retention
Flexible but consistent
Instills hope
Consistent with Recovery Transformation
