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Meadowbrook Counseling of Massachusetts
Counselor, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marshfield, MA 02050
Welcome to Meadowbrook Counseling, your sanctuary for healing & growth. We are dedicated to providing personalized therapy services tailored to treat trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, & more. Our skilled therapists use evidence-based approaches including EMDR, CBT, DBT, and Solution Focus, ensuring you receive the comprehensive care needed for lasting healing. We foster a welcoming environment for all, regardless of age, gender, race, or background, ensuring every client feels valued, understood, & empowered. We are committed to helping you overcome challenges, enhance well-being, & transform your life.
Welcome to Meadowbrook Counseling, your sanctuary for healing & growth. We are dedicated to providing personalized therapy services tailored to treat trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, & more. Our skilled therapists use evidence-based approaches including EMDR, CBT, DBT, and Solution Focus, ensuring you receive the comprehensive care needed for lasting healing. We foster a welcoming environment for all, regardless of age, gender, race, or background, ensuring every client feels valued, understood, & empowered. We are committed to helping you overcome challenges, enhance well-being, & transform your life.
(781) 579-8141 View (781) 579-8141
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Open Mind Counseling Services, LLC, Bridget Lehane
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
East Bridgewater, MA 02333
We are all beings of light, energy and flesh, growing and changing, trying to figure out the world as it changes around us. Nobody comes with an instruction manual. Sometimes we need to stop, breathe, and ask for someone with an open mind to listen as we sift through it all. At Open Mind Counseling Services, I offer a non-judgmental, informed space for the development of self-reflective, compassionate processing of challenging past and current circumstances, and preparation for what's next in this changing world. I offer dynamic, multi-faceted approaches for healing, coping, and thriving. Let's figure this out together!
We are all beings of light, energy and flesh, growing and changing, trying to figure out the world as it changes around us. Nobody comes with an instruction manual. Sometimes we need to stop, breathe, and ask for someone with an open mind to listen as we sift through it all. At Open Mind Counseling Services, I offer a non-judgmental, informed space for the development of self-reflective, compassionate processing of challenging past and current circumstances, and preparation for what's next in this changing world. I offer dynamic, multi-faceted approaches for healing, coping, and thriving. Let's figure this out together!
(508) 955-5630 View (508) 955-5630
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Nathalie Bailey
Counselor, MSN, LMHC, RN, PMHNP-C, MS
Verified Verified
Brockton, MA 02302
I understand that it takes courage to ask for help and I want to make the process to be easy for you. I strive to help clients improve in all aspects of life. Therapy here will offer balance, peace of mind and a better understanding of yourself, which helps to promote emotional growth. I offer the ability to discuss life stressors, access resources and provide clear objective in helping you foster healthy relationships so that you realize your full potential.
I understand that it takes courage to ask for help and I want to make the process to be easy for you. I strive to help clients improve in all aspects of life. Therapy here will offer balance, peace of mind and a better understanding of yourself, which helps to promote emotional growth. I offer the ability to discuss life stressors, access resources and provide clear objective in helping you foster healthy relationships so that you realize your full potential.
(617) 600-0250 View (617) 600-0250
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Shane MacDonald, LICSW, New Inspiration Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Brockton, MA 02301  (Online Only)
When you improve your relationship with yourself and your relationships with others, you are “on the path” to a happier, healthier life. I’d like to help you along that path. Together, we can explore a range of approaches: whatever works. But - so you know where I’m coming from - in the end, it’s always about relationships. I’d like to meet you.
When you improve your relationship with yourself and your relationships with others, you are “on the path” to a happier, healthier life. I’d like to help you along that path. Together, we can explore a range of approaches: whatever works. But - so you know where I’m coming from - in the end, it’s always about relationships. I’d like to meet you.
(617) 675-2000 View (617) 675-2000

Online Therapists

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Onyx Counseling and Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Northborough, MA 01532
We utilize and are not limited to, motivational interviewing, DBT and CBT techniques, as well as psychoeducation to empower you to meet your goals and achieve change.
Onyx Counseling established in 2022 offering individual counseling . Appointments with Onyx Clinicians are filling fast so please reach out. The best way to connect is via email or phone, or through the contact portion of www.onyxcounselingcenter.com.
We utilize and are not limited to, motivational interviewing, DBT and CBT techniques, as well as psychoeducation to empower you to meet your goals and achieve change.
Onyx Counseling established in 2022 offering individual counseling . Appointments with Onyx Clinicians are filling fast so please reach out. The best way to connect is via email or phone, or through the contact portion of www.onyxcounselingcenter.com.
(774) 357-0893 View (774) 357-0893
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Olga Yazhbin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02138  (Online Only)
My therapeutic approach is rooted in cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, psychoanalytic theories and extensive knowledge of Socionics.
If you are a person who is constantly reflecting on your own behavior with the goal of self-improvement and are not able to attain meaningful resolution to anxiety, loneliness, lack of satisfaction; if you are someone who is going through reappraisal of values, I might be the right therapist for you. I've been providing psychotherapy in Massachusetts for the past 9 years and I have a strong background in helping people process major life transitions, relationship/marriage difficulties, sexual issues, reduce social/general anxiety, improve emotional intelligence and develop greater understanding of oneself and others.
My therapeutic approach is rooted in cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, psychoanalytic theories and extensive knowledge of Socionics.
If you are a person who is constantly reflecting on your own behavior with the goal of self-improvement and are not able to attain meaningful resolution to anxiety, loneliness, lack of satisfaction; if you are someone who is going through reappraisal of values, I might be the right therapist for you. I've been providing psychotherapy in Massachusetts for the past 9 years and I have a strong background in helping people process major life transitions, relationship/marriage difficulties, sexual issues, reduce social/general anxiety, improve emotional intelligence and develop greater understanding of oneself and others.
(413) 269-8633 View (413) 269-8633
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Anthony Rofino
Counselor, LMHC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Worcester, MA 01608
My graduate work was with a concentration on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), but I also utilize techniques such as mindfulness, motivational interviewing, strength-based therapy, coping skill training, etc.
My particular areas of interests include (but are not limited to): depression/anxiety, life transitions, college mental health, LGBTQIA+ issues, emotion regulation, and issues with relationships. I have significant experience working with the LGBTQIA+ community, as well as with the poly/kink community.
My graduate work was with a concentration on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), but I also utilize techniques such as mindfulness, motivational interviewing, strength-based therapy, coping skill training, etc.
My particular areas of interests include (but are not limited to): depression/anxiety, life transitions, college mental health, LGBTQIA+ issues, emotion regulation, and issues with relationships. I have significant experience working with the LGBTQIA+ community, as well as with the poly/kink community.
(508) 213-9995 View (508) 213-9995
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Tarn C Martin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Northampton, MA 01060
Tarn uses CBT, Talk Therapy, Brief Therapy, Humanistic, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing as treatment orientations.
Tarn was adopted and raised in Southern Vermont on a farm. She has always loved helping others so the decision to become a therapist came easy. She first attended Community College in Vermont before continuing on to earn a BA in Sociology from Smith College in Northampton, MA. Tarn then attended the Smith College School for Social Work where she earned a Masters in Social Work (MSW). She has since worked in a variety of positions throughout her career which have assisted her in becoming an eclectic therapist with a wealth of knowledge in several facets of social work and life.
Tarn uses CBT, Talk Therapy, Brief Therapy, Humanistic, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing as treatment orientations.
Tarn was adopted and raised in Southern Vermont on a farm. She has always loved helping others so the decision to become a therapist came easy. She first attended Community College in Vermont before continuing on to earn a BA in Sociology from Smith College in Northampton, MA. Tarn then attended the Smith College School for Social Work where she earned a Masters in Social Work (MSW). She has since worked in a variety of positions throughout her career which have assisted her in becoming an eclectic therapist with a wealth of knowledge in several facets of social work and life.
(413) 384-5362 View (413) 384-5362
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Molly Weinberg
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, RDT
Verified Verified
Wellesley, MA 02482
I focus on your strengths and draw on Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Exposure and Response Prevention, Parts Work, Compassion Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Expressive Arts Therapy/Drama Therapy.
Life is inherently uncertain, and with that can come challenges. You're not alone in navigating those challenges and I am here to help support you along the way. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, National Certified Counselor, and Registered Drama Therapist. Drama Therapy is an embodied modality that uses your story, the roles you play in your life, and metaphor to help process topics beyond just talking about them. I work with clients looking to receive support surrounding anxiety, depression, OCD, relationship/dating challenges, life transitions, work or school issues, illness, family issues, and other life stressors.
I focus on your strengths and draw on Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Exposure and Response Prevention, Parts Work, Compassion Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Expressive Arts Therapy/Drama Therapy.
Life is inherently uncertain, and with that can come challenges. You're not alone in navigating those challenges and I am here to help support you along the way. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, National Certified Counselor, and Registered Drama Therapist. Drama Therapy is an embodied modality that uses your story, the roles you play in your life, and metaphor to help process topics beyond just talking about them. I work with clients looking to receive support surrounding anxiety, depression, OCD, relationship/dating challenges, life transitions, work or school issues, illness, family issues, and other life stressors.
(774) 214-2346 View (774) 214-2346
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KC Chiappa
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, MA 02421
I combine Motivational Interviewing (allows clients to identify their own need for change), Humanistic Therapy (approaching clients with acceptance to allow them to feel safe enough to share their deepest most painful struggles), and CBT (identifying thoughts and behaviors that perpetuate the client's problem.
My 20 years of working with adolescents and their families has taught me to approach clients with a non-judgmental, non-authoritative attitude. This helps clients take an honest look at their lives and identify what things need to change or be accepted. Meeting a client without preconceived expectations is critical because it gives me a chance to see the client from her/his own point of view. Also, I work very hard to not act too "therapisty," which is something that often hinders therapy with adolescent clients in particular (e.g., "How does that make you feel?").
I combine Motivational Interviewing (allows clients to identify their own need for change), Humanistic Therapy (approaching clients with acceptance to allow them to feel safe enough to share their deepest most painful struggles), and CBT (identifying thoughts and behaviors that perpetuate the client's problem.
My 20 years of working with adolescents and their families has taught me to approach clients with a non-judgmental, non-authoritative attitude. This helps clients take an honest look at their lives and identify what things need to change or be accepted. Meeting a client without preconceived expectations is critical because it gives me a chance to see the client from her/his own point of view. Also, I work very hard to not act too "therapisty," which is something that often hinders therapy with adolescent clients in particular (e.g., "How does that make you feel?").
(617) 340-3122 View (617) 340-3122
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Lora M Williams
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Andover, MA 01810
I take a harm-reduction approach to substance use, incorporating Motivational Interviewing, ACT, and DBT.
Do trauma, anxiety or depression keep you from the life you want? Do you struggle to understand and gain a healthy sense of control over your own behavior, including substance and process addictions, such as drugs, alcohol, food, and codepency? I also have worked extensively with adolescent and adult clients with ADHD on goal-setting and developing strategies for success.
I take a harm-reduction approach to substance use, incorporating Motivational Interviewing, ACT, and DBT.
Do trauma, anxiety or depression keep you from the life you want? Do you struggle to understand and gain a healthy sense of control over your own behavior, including substance and process addictions, such as drugs, alcohol, food, and codepency? I also have worked extensively with adolescent and adult clients with ADHD on goal-setting and developing strategies for success.
(978) 481-2156 View (978) 481-2156
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Freddie Palmer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newton, MA 02461
To support you in reaching your goals, I use a variety of therapeutic modalities including but not limited to cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma informed practices, mindfulness practices, and motivational interviewing.
As a former teacher turned therapist, I have developed a strong counseling tool box. I specialize in supporting adolescents/teens and adults find ways to cope with trauma and loss, manage anxiety and depression, develop problem solving strategies and social skills, overcome substance abuse and low self-esteem, and manage family conflict. I am also able to help the individuals I work with to develop executive functioning and advocacy skills at school, home, and in the community. I utilize humor, unconditional positive regard, and curiosity to create a safe and productive space for you to grow.
To support you in reaching your goals, I use a variety of therapeutic modalities including but not limited to cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma informed practices, mindfulness practices, and motivational interviewing.
As a former teacher turned therapist, I have developed a strong counseling tool box. I specialize in supporting adolescents/teens and adults find ways to cope with trauma and loss, manage anxiety and depression, develop problem solving strategies and social skills, overcome substance abuse and low self-esteem, and manage family conflict. I am also able to help the individuals I work with to develop executive functioning and advocacy skills at school, home, and in the community. I utilize humor, unconditional positive regard, and curiosity to create a safe and productive space for you to grow.
(617) 676-0183 View (617) 676-0183
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Multicultural Clinical Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, MBA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Amherst, MA 01002
Using multicultural center approach, CBT, motivational interviewing and strength-based perspective, I engage individuals to reach their desired potential.
In life we all need hope, validation, just to know that today, "this too shall pass." I strive to connect with individuals with honesty, warmth, and empathy. When one makes that decision to seek emotional guidance, I understand the vulnerability and the bravery of that moment. While allowing one to take the time they need to reach their desires of the heart and/or identify what one desires through a space of compassion and mindfulness.
Using multicultural center approach, CBT, motivational interviewing and strength-based perspective, I engage individuals to reach their desired potential.
In life we all need hope, validation, just to know that today, "this too shall pass." I strive to connect with individuals with honesty, warmth, and empathy. When one makes that decision to seek emotional guidance, I understand the vulnerability and the bravery of that moment. While allowing one to take the time they need to reach their desires of the heart and/or identify what one desires through a space of compassion and mindfulness.
(413) 591-7038 View (413) 591-7038
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Serenity Coaching and Counseling, LLC -
Counselor, LMHC, LICSW, LADAC, CADAC, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Worcester, MA 01608
We use a variety of therapeutic strategies and techniques such as CBT, DBT, BCT, CPT, System Dynamics, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Relationship Skill Building, Relapse Prevention, Adjustment Issues, Family Issues, and Grief Work.
We are finally coming off a wait list! We have a high rate of success with a low turn over of clients. Spots will fill up fast - contact us today! We are a GROUP PRIVATE PRACTICE focused on mental health or substance use COACHING and COUNSELING support for adults and teens. Our PROVIDERS have extensive experience and are independently LICENSED to practice or in process be under full apprenticeship. Our goal is to offer education and guidance to INDIVIDUALS, COUPLES, and FAMILIES dealing with a variety of issues that affect their MENTAL HEALTH, BALANCE, and WELL-BEING.
We use a variety of therapeutic strategies and techniques such as CBT, DBT, BCT, CPT, System Dynamics, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Relationship Skill Building, Relapse Prevention, Adjustment Issues, Family Issues, and Grief Work.
We are finally coming off a wait list! We have a high rate of success with a low turn over of clients. Spots will fill up fast - contact us today! We are a GROUP PRIVATE PRACTICE focused on mental health or substance use COACHING and COUNSELING support for adults and teens. Our PROVIDERS have extensive experience and are independently LICENSED to practice or in process be under full apprenticeship. Our goal is to offer education and guidance to INDIVIDUALS, COUPLES, and FAMILIES dealing with a variety of issues that affect their MENTAL HEALTH, BALANCE, and WELL-BEING.
(508) 436-2608 View (508) 436-2608
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Adam Russell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476  (Online Only)
My work combines cognitive therapies, strength-based work, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, and mindfulness while accessing somatic work, trauma focus, and taking elements from many schools of thought as they best fit into what would be most effective.
Are you seeking to understand yourself better? Are you looking to make sense of your relationship dynamics? Do you wish things were better, but you don't know how to get there? You CAN feel empowered by an expanding of your understanding, gathering insight, and educating the choices you make in how you decide to live your life. I work with couples, and adults to help make sense of obstacles, understand how relationship histories effect life today, and become more comfortable with themselves. This is done in an atmosphere where you are accepted for who you are. We can discuss your goals.
My work combines cognitive therapies, strength-based work, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, and mindfulness while accessing somatic work, trauma focus, and taking elements from many schools of thought as they best fit into what would be most effective.
Are you seeking to understand yourself better? Are you looking to make sense of your relationship dynamics? Do you wish things were better, but you don't know how to get there? You CAN feel empowered by an expanding of your understanding, gathering insight, and educating the choices you make in how you decide to live your life. I work with couples, and adults to help make sense of obstacles, understand how relationship histories effect life today, and become more comfortable with themselves. This is done in an atmosphere where you are accepted for who you are. We can discuss your goals.
(339) 201-6547 View (339) 201-6547
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Nena St Jean
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
North Andover, MA 01845  (Online Only)
I offer a person-centered eclectic approach that involves aspects of psychodynamics, CBT, DBT, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution focused treatments.
I enjoy working with adults from all diverse backgrounds. In individual sessions I help those presenting with depression, anxiety, OCD, personality disorders, trauma, substance abuse, ADHD/ADD, issues with sexuality, LGBTQ, grief and loss, parenting issues, women's issues, and challenges involving interpersonal relationships.
I offer a person-centered eclectic approach that involves aspects of psychodynamics, CBT, DBT, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution focused treatments.
I enjoy working with adults from all diverse backgrounds. In individual sessions I help those presenting with depression, anxiety, OCD, personality disorders, trauma, substance abuse, ADHD/ADD, issues with sexuality, LGBTQ, grief and loss, parenting issues, women's issues, and challenges involving interpersonal relationships.
(978) 637-5892 View (978) 637-5892
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Kimberley J Haley
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Beverly, MA 01915  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Many people come to therapy looking for a place where they can be themselves and share their thoughts and feelings openly, without fear of judgement. I have been providing this kind of open and caring therapeutic environment to my clients throughout my career. In my work, I feel it is crucial to get to know my clients and the environment they are living in. I'm passionate about working with those who are interested in having a deeper understanding of how their past and current experiences are impacting them and working together to move forward in a productive and positive way.
Many people come to therapy looking for a place where they can be themselves and share their thoughts and feelings openly, without fear of judgement. I have been providing this kind of open and caring therapeutic environment to my clients throughout my career. In my work, I feel it is crucial to get to know my clients and the environment they are living in. I'm passionate about working with those who are interested in having a deeper understanding of how their past and current experiences are impacting them and working together to move forward in a productive and positive way.
(978) 861-1202 View (978) 861-1202
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Javi Martinez
Counselor, LMHC, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northampton, MA 01060  (Online Only)
What if conflict became something that could bring you & your partner(s) closer together? It's my passion to support couples & polycules in improving communication, navigating relationship dynamics, & resolving conflicts with love. As a queer Trans Woman with lived experience, it's also my specialty to uplift LGBTQIA+ individuals on their journeys with identity, transitions, & creating meaningful, love-filed lives. Across the spectrum of human identities, I'm trusted to support & empower people in their problem-solving processes. Many of my clients simply need help finding the tools & insight to move through a difficult situation.
What if conflict became something that could bring you & your partner(s) closer together? It's my passion to support couples & polycules in improving communication, navigating relationship dynamics, & resolving conflicts with love. As a queer Trans Woman with lived experience, it's also my specialty to uplift LGBTQIA+ individuals on their journeys with identity, transitions, & creating meaningful, love-filed lives. Across the spectrum of human identities, I'm trusted to support & empower people in their problem-solving processes. Many of my clients simply need help finding the tools & insight to move through a difficult situation.
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Jordon Anderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CST
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Quincy, MA 02169
I am a Certified Sex Therapist through AASECT. I also do couples, family, and individual therapy. My clients are often people in relationships, families, or collectives who find themselves inside negative patterns and wish to break out. The goal is to help people regain their power and confidence in an alienating world. I help people work through issues that may include gender identity, intergenerational trauma, and sexual challenges. I also work with people who are facing systemic conflicts such as transphobia, fatphobia, racism, and disability.
I am a Certified Sex Therapist through AASECT. I also do couples, family, and individual therapy. My clients are often people in relationships, families, or collectives who find themselves inside negative patterns and wish to break out. The goal is to help people regain their power and confidence in an alienating world. I help people work through issues that may include gender identity, intergenerational trauma, and sexual challenges. I also work with people who are facing systemic conflicts such as transphobia, fatphobia, racism, and disability.
(617) 398-4044 View (617) 398-4044
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Uniquely Empowered Counseling Services
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LADC I, CST
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01607  (Online Only)
Life is sometimes met with challenges, disappointments, confusion, loss, betrayal and fear; these feelings, thoughts and experiences have proven difficult for us to navigate at times and thus may require professional help to find a path forward. The focus is to assist clients in developing the necessary skills to be mentally resilient, better function in relationships, explore/own sexual -self, develop a healthy sense of self and be confident with their own identities.
Life is sometimes met with challenges, disappointments, confusion, loss, betrayal and fear; these feelings, thoughts and experiences have proven difficult for us to navigate at times and thus may require professional help to find a path forward. The focus is to assist clients in developing the necessary skills to be mentally resilient, better function in relationships, explore/own sexual -self, develop a healthy sense of self and be confident with their own identities.
(508) 348-7192 View (508) 348-7192
Motivational Interviewing Therapists

How does motivational interviewing work?

Motivational interviewing aims to uncover a person’s internal motivation to change their life. Toward this end, the therapist listens, empathizes, and collaborates with the client based on their perspective; the therapist doesn’t adhere to a predetermined plan for change or impose their viewpoint on the client. Discovering an individual’s most important reasons for change, and guiding them to achieve those changes, can empower people to shift from ambivalence to action.

Is motivational interviewing evidence-based?

Yes, research shows that motivational interviewing can help treat alcohol and substance use — and in different ways such as reducing drinking, reducing resistance, and increasing the likelihood of staying in treatment. Motivational interviewing has also been shown to help people lose weight, adhere to medication regimens, improve diet for those with Type II diabetes, and improve healthy behaviors in children.

How long does motivational interviewing last?

Motivational interviewing is a short-term therapy that can last just one or two sessions. In some cases, motivational interviewing may be used in conjunction with longer-term therapies, but for most people, motivational interviewing is a brief intervention that aims to help patients understand their personal, specific, and internal reasons for changing their life.

What differentiates motivational interviewing from person-centered therapy?

In person-centered therapy, the individual is in the driver’s seat of the treatment process, creating space for them to trust their instincts and arrive at their own solutions. The two approaches are similar because motivational interviewing is also client-centered; however, person-centered therapy is more open-ended while motivational interviewing is somewhat more structured; the goal is to change, and the therapist helps the client specifically discover their internal motivations to modify their behavior.