Motivational Interviewing (MI)

Ignite Self-Motivation and Build Momentum for Lasting Change

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a collaborative, client-centered therapy that helps individuals resolve ambivalence and strengthen their commitment to change. Rather than using confrontation or pressure, MI empowers people to explore their goals, values, and inner motivations—encouraging personal growth and sustainable transformation.

At My Life Recovery, Motivational Interviewing is woven into our integrative treatment approach. Whether clients are beginning their recovery or facing resistance, MI helps them discover the confidence and clarity they need to move forward—one empowered step at a time.

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Understanding Motivational Interviewing

A Gentle, Effective Approach to Personal Transformation

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is an evidence-based counseling technique designed to help individuals explore and resolve their ambivalence about change. It centers on respectful, empathetic conversation and supports each person’s autonomy in choosing their path forward.

Core principles of MI include:

  • Expressing Empathy
    Creating a nonjudgmental, supportive space through active listening and compassion.

  • Developing Discrepancy
    Helping clients recognize the gap between their current behaviors and their future goals or values.

  • Rolling with Resistance
    Addressing hesitation with curiosity and collaboration instead of confrontation.

  • Supporting Self-Efficacy
    Empowering individuals to believe in their capacity for meaningful change.

This approach builds trust, increases confidence, and inspires individuals to engage in their own recovery journey with intention and purpose.

Who Can Benefit from Motivational Interviewing?

Supporting Change Across a Wide Range of Challenges

MI is highly effective for individuals who are ambivalent, hesitant, or resistant to making changes in their lives. It is commonly used to support:

  • Substance use and addiction recovery

  • Behavioral changes such as overeating or smoking

  • Mental health treatment for anxiety, depression, or PTSD

  • Chronic illness management and lifestyle adjustment

  • Increased treatment engagement and follow-through

If you or a loved one is struggling with indecision or stalled progress, MI can offer the clarity and motivation needed to take the next step forward.

How We Use Motivational Interviewing at My Life Recovery

A Personalized, Empowering Path to Emotional and Behavioral Change

At My Life Recovery, Motivational Interviewing is integrated into our therapeutic model to help clients build self-awareness, reduce resistance, and strengthen their personal drive toward recovery.

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Dual Diagnosis and Motivation

For individuals facing both mental health challenges and substance use, MI plays a vital role in our dual diagnosis program. It helps clients address underlying ambivalence and internal conflict, fostering self-directed change and more meaningful engagement in treatment.

Empowerment Through Self-Discovery

Rather than telling clients what to do, MI invites them to discover their own reasons for change. Through thoughtful, open-ended questions and reflective dialogue, clients gain insight into their goals, values, and readiness to act—building intrinsic motivation for healthier decisions.

Overcoming Ambivalence and Resistance

MI is designed to meet clients where they are. Whether struggling with fear, denial, or past setbacks, this approach helps individuals work through their uncertainty and build the emotional strength needed to overcome challenges and prevent relapse.

Integrated Healing Approach

We combine Motivational Interviewing with other evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and holistic practices like mindfulness, meditation, and breathwork. This whole-person approach promotes clarity, emotional resilience, and long-term recovery success.

Compassionate Support in a Healing Environment

Why Choose My Life Recovery for Motivational Interviewing?

At My Life Recovery, we provide a nurturing space where individuals feel safe to explore their fears, goals, and potential. Our MI-enhanced care allows for deep personal growth and sustainable progress.

Expert Clinical Team

Our experienced therapists are extensively trained in MI and skilled at helping clients navigate emotional blocks and build motivation for meaningful change.

Customized Treatment Planning

We tailor each treatment plan to reflect the client’s unique goals, personal values, and individual pace—creating a path to healing that feels supportive and empowering.

Healing Environment

Our serene, distraction-free setting helps clients focus on their inner work and feel grounded throughout their recovery process.

Family Support and Involvement

We believe that loved ones play an essential role in healing. Through family education and therapy, we help rebuild trust, enhance communication, and create stronger support systems.

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