A technique used to help people deeply examine their behavior and beliefs about a subject in an effort to have them change a behavior or belief. The interviewer frames questions in a way that enhances the likelihood that the interviewee will engage in change-oriented talk. It requires good listening skills as well as directing (giving good advice). The goal is to empower people while they explore their reasons and come to the conclusion on their own to make the behavior change.
Citations: Miller, W. R., & Rollnick, S. (2013). Motivational interviewing: Helping people change (p. 29). New York, NY: Guilford.
Froiland, J. M. (2020). Motivational interviewing (MI). Salem Press encyclopedia.