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Motivational Interviewing

Learn how to apply motivational interviewing techniques through practical skill-based workshops, modules, and sessions.

ASAM Motivational Interviewing Education

This education introduces the building blocks of motivational interviewing (MI) and provides practical techniques you can apply immediately in your clinical work. You'll explore the core spirit of MI and the power of "change talk." Gain a deeper understanding of the four processes of MI—engaging, focusing, evoking, and planning—as well as key OARS communication skills: open-ended questions, affirmations, reflective listening, and summarizing.

Nationally recognized experts will guide you through hands-on activities designed to reinforce new skills and build your confidence. Whether you're learning MI for the first time or refreshing your existing knowledge, these offerings are an effective way to enhance your ability to motivate patients toward their treatment goals and elevate your practice.

Exploring your Options
  • Essentials Course - A four-hour online course ideal for those looking to refresh their knowledge, practice core skills, and reflect on how to apply them in clinical settings.
  • Live Workshop - Full-day, in-depth training sessions that provide immersive practice in the foundational elements of MI.
  • Resources - Access a variety of session recordings and materials covering key MI topics and current issues in the field.
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ASAM offers the MI workshop in a live virtual and in-person format. Find out more information on requirements and what's involved.

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Featured Course

  • ASAM Motivational Interviewing Essentials

    The ASAM Motivational Interviewing (MI) Essentials is a 4-hour online course designed for clinicians to practice skills that are consistent with motivational interviewer behaviors and to reflect on how to employ these skills in their clinical settings.

    • Register
      • Non-Member - $139
      • Regular Member - $99
      • Retired - $99
      • Early Career Physician - $99
      • Resident - $69
      • Student - $69
      • Associate - $69
      • ASAM Staff - Free!
      • International Member - $99
      • Emeritus Member - $99
      • Provisional Member - $99
      • Fellow Member - $99
      • Honorary Member - $99
      • CRT Member - $99

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  • Psychosocial Interventions: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing - 2025
    Contains 5 Component(s), Includes Credits
    Component Credit Type State/Medical Type Available Credits Earned Credits
    Claim Credit & Certificate Medical Physician - On-Demand 0.50 0.00
    Claim Credit & Certificate Medical Non-Physician - On-Demand 0.50 0.00

    This 30-minute, on-demand session from the ASAM 2025 Review Course covers evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Network Therapies, and case management as they relate to addiction treatment.

    • Register
      • Non-Member - $39
      • Regular Member - $29
      • Retired - $29
      • Early Career Physician - $29
      • Resident - $19
      • Student - $19
      • Associate - $19
      • ASAM Staff - Free!
      • International Member - $29
      • Emeritus Member - $29
      • Provisional Member - $29
      • Fellow Member - $29
      • Honorary Member - $29
      • CRT Member - $29

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  • ASAM 56th Annual Conference - Innovations in Addiction Medicine and Science 2025
    Contains 64 Product(s)

    This 75-hour on-demand conference includes 64 sessions highlighting best practices and the latest science, research, and innovations in addiction medicine from leading experts in the field.

    • Register
      • Non-Member - $759
      • Regular Member - $569
      • Retired - $569
      • Early Career Physician - $569
      • Resident - $379
      • Student - $379
      • Associate - $379
      • ASAM Staff - Free!
      • International Member - $569
      • Emeritus Member - $569
      • Provisional Member - $569
      • Fellow Member - $569
      • Honorary Member - $569
      • CRT Member - $569

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  • Anyone Can Treat!: Master Youth Cannabis Use Treatment for Your Practice Setting
    Contains 5 Component(s), Includes Credits
    Component Credit Type State/Medical Type Available Credits Earned Credits
    Claim Credit & Certificate Medical Physician - On-Demand 0.75 0.00
    Claim Credit & Certificate Medical PA - On-Demand 0.75 0.00
    Claim Credit & Certificate Medical Nursing/NP - On-Demand 0.75 0.00
    Claim Credit & Certificate Medical Social Worker - On-Demand 0.75 0.00
    Claim Credit & Certificate Medical Pharmacist - On-Demand 0.75 0.00
    Claim Credit & Certificate Medical Non-Physician - On-Demand 0.75 0.00

    This 45-minute on-demand session from the ASAM 56th Annual Conference addresses the application of the Cannabis Youth Treatment (CYT) Manual for treating youth cannabis use disorder, highlighting key tools, clinical integration strategies, and personalized approaches tailored to diverse populations.

    • Register
      • Non-Member - $39
      • Regular Member - $29
      • Retired - $29
      • Early Career Physician - $29
      • Resident - $19
      • Student - $19
      • Associate - $19
      • ASAM Staff - Free!
      • International Member - $29
      • Emeritus Member - $29
      • Provisional Member - $29
      • Fellow Member - $29
      • Honorary Member - $29
      • CRT Member - $29

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  • ASAM Motivational Interviewing Essentials
    Contains 5 Component(s), Includes Credits
    Component Credit Type State/Medical Type Available Credits Earned Credits
    Claim Credit & Certificate Medical Physician - Online 4.00 0.00
    Claim Credit & Certificate Medical Non Physician - Online 4.00 0.00
    Claim Credit & Certificate Medical Physician Associate - Online 4.00 0.00
    Claim Credit & Certificate Medical Nursing - Online 4.00 0.00
    Claim Credit & Certificate Medical Social Worker - Online 4.00 0.00
    Claim Credit & Certificate Medical Counselor - Online 4.00 0.00
    Claim Credit & Certificate Medical Addiction Counselors (NAADAC) - Online 4.00 0.00

    The ASAM Motivational Interviewing (MI) Essentials is a 4-hour online course designed for clinicians to practice skills that are consistent with motivational interviewer behaviors and to reflect on how to employ these skills in their clinical settings.

    • Register
      • Non-Member - $139
      • Regular Member - $99
      • Retired - $99
      • Early Career Physician - $99
      • Resident - $69
      • Student - $69
      • Associate - $69
      • ASAM Staff - Free!
      • International Member - $99
      • Emeritus Member - $99
      • Provisional Member - $99
      • Fellow Member - $99
      • Honorary Member - $99
      • CRT Member - $99

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  • Demonstrating the MI Spirit with Complex Reflections: A Motivational Interviewing Workshop
    Contains 4 Component(s), Includes Credits
    Component Credit Type State/Medical Type Available Credits Earned Credits
    Claim Credit & Certificate Medical Physician - On-Demand 1.25 0.00
    Claim Credit & Certificate Medical PA - On-Demand 1.25 0.00
    Claim Credit & Certificate Medical Nursing/NP - On-Demand 1.25 0.00
    Claim Credit & Certificate Medical Social Worker - On-Demand 1.25 0.00
    Claim Credit & Certificate Medical Non-Physician - On-Demand 1.25 0.00

    This 75-minute on-demand session from the ASAM 55th Annual Conference addresses the difference between complex reflections, simple reflections, and paraphrases.

    • Register
      • Non-Member - $39
      • Regular Member - $29
      • Retired - $29
      • Early Career Physician - $29
      • Resident - $19
      • Student - $19
      • Associate - $19
      • ASAM Staff - Free!
      • International Member - $29
      • Emeritus Member - $29
      • Provisional Member - $29
      • Fellow Member - $29
      • Honorary Member - $29
      • CRT Member - $29

      Continue

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