Unlocking Motivation: How Motivational Interviewing Transforms Addiction Recovery

Abstract

Institutional Affiliation 20th April 2021 THERAPY FOR DRUG ADDICTION: [Author] Motivational interviewing is a therapy used for encouraging people to transform their dangerous behaviour. It is very applicable for people with addiction since lack of motivation is a huge obstacle for a person trying to fight addiction. The therapy provides information about the destructive results of using drugs and addiction. The role of MI therapist is to prepare a client to reach the stage of readiness through overcoming fear of change and elevating their motivation spirit. Steps of [Author] [Author] operates in a very straightforward process that can be achieved within small sessions. First step is engaging; the therapist has to communicate to the person about their problems, and expectations for the purpose of developing a trusting connection. Second step is focusing; the therapist now has to narrow down the session to the subject matter and an approach the client is comfortable with. Third step is evoking; the therapist has to bring out the individual’s motivation for transformation by stressing on the significance, confidence and willingness for change. Fourth step is planning; the therapist now has to create realistic procedures for the client to utilize in implementing the needed transformation. Who Benefits from [Author]? [Author] is constructed in a way that it strictly benefits the client. The counselling is on determining what the clients really need but not what the therapist assumes is good for them. MI helps clients to overcome the internal struggles for the willingness to stop abusing drugs. There are many reasons to quit abusing drugs and receive treatment for addiction, however for an addict; they see many reasons of not quitting. Many clients tend to go back and forth after receiving motivation to stop abusing drugs. MI is also helpful to those who have negative...