Motivational Interviewing in Groups (Applications of Motivational Interviewing) by Christopher C. Wagner
Christopher C. Wagner . Unknown Year . English
A unique clinical resource, this book shows how to infuse the methods and spirit of motivational interviewing (MI) into group-based interventions. The authors demonstrate how the four processes of MI with individuals translate into group contexts. They explain both the challenges and the unique benefits of MI groups, guiding practitioners to build the skills they need to lead psychoeducational, psychotherapeutic, and support groups successfully. A wealth of clinical examples are featured. Chapters by contributing authors present innovative group applications targeting specific problems: substance use disorders, dual diagnosis, chronic health conditions, weight management, adolescent risk behaviors, intimate partner violence, and sexual offending. This book is in the Applications of Motivational Interviewing series, edited by Stephen Rollnick, William R. Miller, and Theresa B. Moyers.
Categories: Health & Wellness
About the Author
I am a clinical psychologist working mostly in an academic setting (Virginia Commonwealth University, Departments of Rehabilitation Counseling, Psychology and Psychiatry). I began practicing MI in 1995, have been a MINT (Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers) member since 1998 and was involved in MINT leadership from 2000-2008. I teach a semester-long graduate MI class twice a year, have offered hundreds of MI trainings and consultations and have co-facilitated four MINT training of trainers events. My focus areas are expanding theory related to MI as well as MI in groups. I have worked in a number of practice settings - outpatient, inpatient, forensic, residential and community-outreach. I have worked with people with mental health, health, addiction, relational and criminal justice problems. To me, people are people and the important thing is helping them build a life they want. I view any pathologies, disabilities and disadvantages they may experience as obstacles to be surmounted, worked around or grown around. These things are not the person.
