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Join us for an evening with Dr. Eileen Britt as she introduces the essentials of Motivational Interviewing (MI). Research shows that MI is effective in facilitating behaviour change (including with dentistry) by building and strengthening 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 patien

Learning outcomes

Learning Outcomes: -To experience the basics of MI and decide level of interest in learning more. -Understand the fundamental spirit and process of MI. -Learn practical strategies for giving advice and for assessing and building motivation.

Speaker

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

Eileen Britt is a member of the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers, an international collective of MI trainers (MINT) who promote excellence in the training, research, practice and implementation of Motivational Interviewing (MI). Eileen is also a MINT Certified MI Trainer. Based in Christchurch, where she is a Professor in the School of Psychology, Speech and Hearing at the University of Canterbury (UC), she has worked as a Clinical Psychologist in mental health, health, criminal justice and research settings. In her role at UC, Eileen teaches MI to postgraduate clinical psycholo

Dr Eileen Britt 

The essentials of Motivational Interviewing (MI)


Speaker:

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

Monday 12th May 2025
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Venue: NZDA House
1/195 Main Highway
Ellerslie
Region: Auckland
Brought to you by Auckland Dental Association
PO Box 28084
Remuera
1541
New Zealand