Motivational Interviewing in Social Work Practice

English

Series: Applications of Motivational Interviewin Ser.

ISBN: 160918971X

EAN: 9781609189716

Category: Political Science / Public Policy / Social Services & Welfare

Publisher: Guilford Press

Release Date: 10/27/2011

Synopsis: Motivational interviewing (MI) offers powerful tools for helping social work clients draw on their strengths to make desired changes in their lives. This reader-friendly book introduces practitioners and students to MI and demonstrates how to integrate this evidence-based method into direct practice. Melinda Hohman and her associates describe innovative applications for diverse clients and practice areas, including substance abuse treatment, mental health, child welfare, community organizing, and others. Extensive sample dialogues illustrate MI skills in action with individuals and groups. The book also presents best practices for MI training, teaching, and agency-wide integration.

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Motivational Interviewing in Social Work Practice

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Format: eBook - EPUB

Pages: 178