MI (Motivational Interviewing)

Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative approach to finding your own reasons to change. Find MI-trained therapists at Origins in NC and online.

  • 1 clinician at Origins
  • 1 accepting or with limited availability
  • In person across North Carolina and online

Motivational Interviewing, or MI, is a collaborative, respectful way of talking about change. Instead of pushing or persuading, your clinician helps you explore mixed feelings and find your own reasons and readiness.

MI is often used for substance use, health behaviors and any change you feel torn about. Sessions are nonjudgmental and follow your lead.

Common questions

What is motivational interviewing?

A counseling style that strengthens your own motivation for change by exploring your values, goals and ambivalence.

Do I have to be ready to change?

No. MI meets you where you are, including if you feel unsure.

How do I find a therapist who offers MI?

1 Origins clinician offers MI, and they are accepting new clients or have limited availability right now. They see clients in person in Cary NC and online in North Carolina. Use the therapist directory to filter for MI, read each clinician's profile and book a free 15-minute consultation online or at 252-220-0420.

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Meet the clinicians

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  • Stephanie Manosalvas

    Stephanie Manosalvas

    MSW, LCSWA · Therapist (she/her/ella)

    Bilingual, culturally responsive therapy for faith, identity, anxiety, ADHD, perimenopause and menopause, and major life transitions.

    • In person: Cary NC
    • Online: North Carolina
    • Ages: Adolescents/Teens, Adults, College Students
    • Insurance: Aetna, BCBS, CHAMPVA +1
    • Fee: $200 per session, limited sliding scale

    🟢 Accepting clients

Need help finding the right therapist?

Only 1 clinician lists this focus in the directory. That does not necessarily mean the practice cannot help; call or text and we will look beyond the tags with you.

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  • Cary, NC

    1 clinician here lists this · accepting new clients

    110 Iowa Ln, Suite 201, Cary, NC

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