I was recently asked while a panelist at a cannabis education conference, “What is the most common mistake clinicians make when using motivational interviewing?” My immediate answer was that too many ...
Nobody likes to be lectured. An alternative approach, motivational interviewing, emphasizes respect for the patient’s autonomy, and works better with overweight kids. By Perri Klass, M.D. Doctors give ...
Encouraging patients to change unhealthy behaviors is a challenge for any physician, but a new communication model can help, said a specialist in healthcare communication. "Our usual advice-giving ...
How can I tell if a therapist is right for me? Therapists in 10007 are able to work with a wide range of issues and communities, including the BIPOC community in 10007. They offer in person sessions ...
Change can be hard. In this workshop, you will learn the process individuals go through when contemplating change, how to best support students and staff at each stage, and get insights into your own ...
Arlington Youth Health and Safety Coalition Director Karen Koretsky has completed an Intensive Training in Motivational Interviewing certification at UMass Medical School’s Center for Integrated ...
Most of us have parts of our lives we may like to change. This may bring about negative feelings at times, but it’s normal. It’s part of our process of creating happy and healthy lives for ourselves.