Motivational Interviewing Advantages

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To begin with, Motivational Interviewing is a therapeutic approach for the clients will for change using the five stages of change; pre-contemplation, contemplation, preparation, action/willpower and maintenance. Most importantly, MI technique provides a foundation for the therapist consisting of five principles beginning with Support Self-Efficacy, Develop Discrepancy, Express Empathy, Avoid Argumentation, and Roll with Resistance a direct type of therapy which determines the client's current state of being and the changes affecting the client. Equally important, MI benefits the client and the therapist with collaborative conversations or actions, which assist the therapist in helping the client understand the benefit of avoiding conflict