This training introduces Motivational Interviewing (MI) as a person-centered communication approach that empowers individuals to explore and strengthen their own motivation for change.  Participants learn the core principles of MI, including partnership, acceptance, compassion, and evocation, along with key concepts such as ambivalence, change talk, reactance, and the “righting reflex.” The training includes hands-on practice...

This training provides practical skills for leading effective and engaging recovery groups and meetings. Participants explore the facilitator role as a guide who creates structure and supports group process rather than directing outcomes.  The session covers group preparation, creating safe and brave spaces, managing group dynamics, and addressing barriers to participation such as fear, anger,...