What is MI?
MI is a therapeutic approach designed to help you explore and resolve any ambivalence you may feel about making changes in your life. It’s a collaborative and client-centered method that focuses on understanding your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, and then helping you build the motivation to move forward with positive change.
What to Expect
In MI, the therapist works alongside you, rather than directing you. The goal is to help you tap into your own reasons for change and strengthen your commitment to those changes. We will work together to explore the pros and cons of your current situation, your goals, and how you can move toward the life you want. You’re the expert in your own life, and this approach helps you feel heard, understood, and empowered to make decisions that feel right for you.
The process is often non-judgmental and open-ended, allowing you to talk about what you’re feeling, what barriers may be in your way, and what the next steps could look like. If you’re feeling uncertain about change or caught between wanting to change and resisting it, MI can be a great tool to help you find the clarity and confidence to take action.
