motivaatsiopõhine

Motivaatsiopõhine, also known as motivational interviewing, is a client-centered counseling style for eliciting behavior change by helping clients to explore and resolve their ambivalence. It is a collaborative conversation style for strengthening a person's own motivation and commitment to change. The core principle is to support and guide individuals in discovering their own reasons for change, rather than imposing external pressures or directives.

This approach focuses on developing a deep understanding of the client's perspective, their values, and their goals. Practitioners of motivational interviewing aim to create an environment of acceptance and empathy, where clients feel safe to express their thoughts and feelings about potential changes. The technique involves asking open-ended questions, offering affirmations, practicing reflective listening, and providing summaries. These techniques help to evoke the client's own arguments for change, known as "change talk."

Motivational interviewing is particularly effective when individuals are feeling stuck or uncertain about making a change, whether it be related to health behaviors, addiction, or other personal challenges. It is not about persuading or coercing someone to change, but rather about facilitating their internal decision-making process. The focus is on enhancing intrinsic motivation, which is more sustainable and leads to longer-lasting results than motivation driven by external factors. The therapist acts as a guide, helping the client to explore their own desire, ability, reasons, and need for change.