realization to develop a desire to change . They are the ones to discover it and they are the only ones who can make it happen for them . Foster hope in them by touching on the various treatment options and choices that you have available and encourage and support them as they decide what is right for them .
In conclusion , in this technique the client is the source of the solution . You are there to guide them to realizing on their own that their current choices are inhibiting their well-being . As the knowledgeable consultant , you are there to provide the tools to help them bring about the change in their lives that will ultimately help treat the pain or other issues they have been suffering with . Motivational Interviewing should become the norm for how you interact with clients . The extra few minutes of conversation it takes to establish this relationship will pay huge dividends when the customer leaves excited about the positive change they are bringing about in their own life rather than grumbling about the “ special shoes ” they have to wear . No one likes spending time working with a client only to have them return all of the items a few days later . The patient has abandoned what could have been an effective treatment , the referral source is not happy that they sent someone to you and the patient did not come away pleased and you are certainly not happy with time spent and no income to show for it . The more you employ the five principles , the more natural they become . You may even find they work outside the office . Don ’ t tell your spouse I said so !
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