Motivational Interviewing

Definition: "Motivational interviewing is a person-centered intervention style to address the common problem of ambivalence about change."

Miller & Rollnick, 2019, p. 30

How can we help you change?

Motivational continuum

Understanding amotivation

• Beliefs about abilities that are inadequate

• Beliefs about efforts that are inappropriate

• Little value was placed on the task

• Unattractive characteristics of the task

Three motivational systems

• Threat system

• Affection system

• Exploration system

You help to find the motivation that is within you

• "The key is not to give motivation, but to create it."

• Working through the ambivalence between change and maintenance (which allows you to initiate change)

• Growth and learning also lead to unpleasant emotions.

Therapist's basic attitude

• Partnership

• No judgment

• Empathy

• Support for autonomy

• Positive valuation

5 communication tools

• Ask an open question

• To enhance

• Reflect

• To summarize

• Inform and advise

Cultivate the quality of listening and silence

Conclusion

By integrating the principles of motivational interviewing into our practice, we offer our patients a space where their ambivalence, fears, and resources are truly taken into account. Rather than "correcting" or convincing, we seek to elicit their own motivation for change, relying on active listening , open questioning , and valuing each small step taken .

At PhysioUnion, this approach is central to our physiotherapy sessions, whether for pain management, return to activity, rehabilitation after injury, or lifestyle changes. If you would like support in making lasting changes that respect your own pace , our team is available to discuss your needs and find the right path for you.