2026-27 Season - Motivational Interviewing Training

This Training will be held at CMHA Ottawa, 311 McArthur Ave, Suite 003a, Ottawa, ON

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a collaborative conversation style for strengthening a person’s own motivation and commitment to change. Develop the spirit and practice of MI designed to explore and resolve ambivalence to change.

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LEARNING OBJECTIVE

• Define what Motivational Interviewing is
• Understanding the Motivational Interviewing Spirit
• Understanding the Four Processes: Engaging, Focusing, Evoking, and Planning
• Recognizing and responding to Change Talk
• Practicing and applying core skills: Open Questions, Affirmations, Reflections, Summaries

TARGET AUDIENCE

• Adults 18+
• People working in mental health and/or addictions field

COURSE DETAILS

• Both days must be attended to completed

Fall Session

• September 9 & 10, 2026 - from 9:00 am - 4:30 pm

Winter Session

• February 10 & 11, 2027 - from 9:00 am - 4:30 pm

Spring Session

• June 9 & 10, 2027 - from 9:00 am - 4:30 pm

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311 McArthur Ave., 311 McArthur Avenue, Ottawa, Canada

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