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Tune into this webinar series which is designed to build on the communication skills crucial to everyday practice. The sessions will look at communication from different perspectives and catering to who you are speaking with. There will be chances to explore how to build clearer, more empathetic conversations with patients. Improved communication within the dental team will create smoother collaboration, and allow for personal growth and development. Together, these topics form a practical, skills‑focused programme that helps dentists communicate with greater clarity, confidence, and connection.

Learning outcomes

Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative conversation about change or growth. Research shows it is effective in facilitating behaviour change, including with in dentistry, by building and strengthen motivation for change. Additionally, MI enhances patient engagement, fosters a collaborative patient-provider relationship, enhances patient and practitioner satisfaction, and empowers patients to take charge of their health. This talk offers an opportunity to reflect on and enhance your communication skills and potentially discover a new approach to patient care.

Speaker

Prof Eileen Britt BS, MSS, Dip.ClinPsych, PhD Psych, Dip Te Reo Maori

Prof Eileen Britt presents motivational Interviewing

Communication Webinar Series [6] Motivational Interviewing


Speaker:

Prof Eileen Britt BS, MSS, Dip.ClinPsych, PhD Psych, Dip Te Reo Maori

Tuesday 21st Jul 2026
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Venue: Zoom
Online
Region: Auckland
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NZDA House
1/195 Main Highway
Ellerslie, Auckland
1051
New Zealand

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