Module 4: Conclusion
Conclusion
In a nutshell, motivational interviewing involves accepting and validating a patient’s sustain talk, evoking and exploring their change talk, and helping them make a commitment to behaviour change and a plan for how they’ll go about it. None of this guarantees change, but it certainly increases the chances that the patient will feel motivated and committed towards making the change.
When completing the perinatal mental health screening, these collaborative woman-centred communication skills will be valuable in helping First Nations women find their own motivation for change. It will also help them to consider accepting referrals for additional supports if required.
Next steps:
Now that you’ve finished the module, here are some links you may want to visit to review and expand on your knowledge of motivational interviewing.
Watch: Full motivational interview - Watch the full motivational interview again to review what you’ve learned.
Watch: Motivational interview debrief - Dr Steindl and ‘Sarah’ discuss their perspectives on the role play, out of character.
Read: Understanding motivational interviewing - A comprehensive overview of MI hosted by the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT).
Read: Motivational Interviewing (4th edition) – This fourth edition of the foundational text on motivational interviewing has been revised and updated to illustrate the many contexts in which motivational interviewing can be effective, including health care.
Finally, if you are interested in learning more about motivational interviewing or are interested in joining MINT, please feel free to reach out to Dr Steindl at stan@psychologyconsultants.com.au. You can also check out his YouTube channel where he discusses compassion, self-compassion and compassion-focused therapy.
