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Presenter: Michael McGee,MS, LPC

This presentation provides a framework in which Motivational Interviewing (MI) and/or Motivational Enhancement therapy (MET) combined with hypnosis creates significant client change. The hypothesis being that as these two therapies are combined, we can assist our clients with maximum therapeutic effect. Research is referenced that supports both methods as being statistically effective. Participants will then learn the techniques in detail that have led to my personal clinical success in combining these techniques.

Motivational Interviewing is designed with the intention of assisting people to navigate the change process. It always begins with meeting the client where they are in the change process. This creates the foundation for a client centered approach to formulating suggestions. By utilizing the client?s own motivations and vision for change, suggestions are more easily assimilated and outcomes improved.