Resources for Providers

Motivational Interviewing
This website offers information about motivational interviewing efficacy, training, and resources.

Enhancing Motivation for Change in Substance Abuse Treatment
Although specifically developed for the treatment of substance abuse, this resource provides general information about measuring and enhancing patient motivation.

Stages of Change Approach to Helping Patients Change Behavior
Understanding patient readiness to make change, appreciating barriers to change and helping patients anticipate relapse can improve patient satisfaction and lower physician frustration during the change process. This article discussed the Stages of Change model and its application to the family practice setting.

Motivational Interviewing—Second Edition
W. R. Miller & S. Rollnick
Detailed guidelines for using motivational interviewing.

Health Behavior Change: A Guide for Practitioners
S. Rollnick, P. Mason, & C. Butler

Patient Feedback
Motivational and relapse prevention resources designed for the treatment of substance abuse, but are applicable to other problems.

Primary Care Strategies to Foster Male Health Care Seeking
Courage to Care Fact Sheet for Providers