Brief Motivational Interviewing (MI) Script for Change Talk
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Implementation Guide
A concise MI script and flow for brief sessions to elicit change talk, resolve ambivalence, and co-create SMART next steps. Includes sample language and role-play suggestions for clinician training.
💡 Expert Q&A Insights
Q: How long is a brief MI session?
15–30 minutes can be effective for targeted behavior change. \n
Q: Do non-clinicians use MI?
Yes—trained coaches and peer workers often use MI techniques ethically.