Motivational Interviewing + Follow-Up Training

This workshop focuses on using motivational interviewing (MI) techniques to support survivors of violence in exploring personal goals and enhancing their sense of agency.

Participants will learn the basic concepts related to Motivational Interviewing: Empowerment, compassion, partnership, acceptance. Participants will also practice the four basic skills of MI: Open ended questioning, affirming, reflective listening, and summarizing.

Through hands-on exercises and role-play scenarios, attendees will practice skills to help clients find their inner strengths and take steps toward healing. By the end, participants will be equipped with tools to apply MI in a trauma-sensitive manner, tailored specifically to the needs of survivors.

IN-PERSON TRAINING

5.5 hours of Social Work CEU's

LOCATION:

National Training Center on Crimes Against Women

at Genesis Women's Shelter & Support

2023 Lucas Dr, Dallas, Texas 75219

DATE & TIME:

In-person Training

December 6, 2024

9:00am - 4:00pm (CST)

COST:

$50

(Lunch Included)

REGISTER HERE

Limited to 30 attendees

VIRTUAL FOLLOW-UP

1/15/2025

Various studies show that MI skills erode within a month or two of a standard workshop when there is an absence of coaching or follow up.

With the help of a 90-minute follow up session, learners will have the chance to refresh their knowledge of MI, discuss the challenges they have already faced with their own MI practice, and sharpen their skills with practice exercises.

Virtual Follow-Up Training

January 15, 2025

10:00am - 11:30pm (CST)

Kate Watson

President & Founder

The Advocacy Academy

Kate is the President and Founder of The Advocacy Academy, which is a consulting company focused on the development of skilled victim and family advocates to reduce violence around the world.

Through her work with The Advocacy Academy, she has conducted educational workshops in 32 states, 8 countries, and across many fields: healthcare, education, social services, financial advising, victim advocacy, corrections, and leadership. On average, Dr. Watson speaks to 10,000 live audience members each year.

Dr. Watson holds a Master of Education in Psychological Counseling from Columbia University, a Doctorate in Health Policy and Social Justice from Drexel University, and a Certificate of Diversity and Inclusion from Cornell University.