Understanding Motivational Interviewing and its Application in Parental Coaching
Understanding Motivational Interviewing and Its Application in Parental Coaching
Motivational Interviewing (MI) empowers parents to guide children through empathy, respect, and collaboration — nurturing stronger relationships and positive behaviors.
Join Emocare’s MI CertificationWhat is Motivational Interviewing?
Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a counseling approach developed by William Miller and Stephen Rollnick that helps individuals resolve ambivalence and find internal motivation to make positive changes. In parental coaching, it encourages parents to listen deeply, communicate effectively, and support change in their children without confrontation.
Key Principles of MI in Parenting
- Empathy: Understanding the child’s feelings and perspective without judgment.
- Collaboration: Working with the child as a partner rather than an authority figure.
- Evocation: Helping children express their own reasons for change instead of imposing them.
- Autonomy: Respecting the child’s independence and decision-making process.
Applications of MI in Parental Coaching
- Reducing power struggles and improving pa