Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction -- What is MI and why use it? -- Introduction to the four processes -- The use of OARS : reflective listening -- The use of OARS : open-ended questions, affirmations, and summaries -- Exploring values and goals -- Finding the horizon -- Exchanging information -- Recognizing change and sustain talk -- Evoking motivation -- Responding to sustain talk and dancing with discord -- Transitioning into planning -- Developing a change plan, strengthening commitment, and supporting change -- Learning MI -- Appendix: Establishing an MI learning community.

Many tens of thousands of mental health and health care professionals have used this essential book--now significantly revised with 70% new content reflecting important advances in the field--to develop and sharpen their skills in motivational interviewing (MI). Clear explanations of core MI concepts are accompanied by carefully crafted sample dialogues, exercises, and practice opportunities. Readers build proficiency for moving through the four processes of MI--engaging, focusing, evoking, and planning--using open-ended questions, affirmations, reflective listening, and summaries (OARS), plus information exchange.