Motivational Interviewing is a conversational, strength-based approach that helps you clarify what you want, resolve mixed feelings about change, and move forward with greater confidence.
Motivational Interviewing therapy is built on collaboration, respect, and curiosity. Rather than telling you what you “should” do, we explore your goals together and gently examine what may be holding you back. The focus is on strengthening your own motivation and helping you feel self-directed rather than pressured.
Motivational Interviewing therapy supports self-exploration while building clarity and commitment at your pace. This approach may be helpful if you are:
Motivational Interviewing helps you examine ambivalence without judgment and supports committed action once clarity begins to emerge. Sessions are conversational and structured around your goals. We use guided questions and reflection to highlight your strengths, clarify priorities, and identify practical next steps.
This work can be integrated with approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, narrative therapy, or trauma-informed care, depending on your needs.
Request a Motivational Interviewing therapy session online with Steady Heart Counselling
Your first session focuses on understanding your current challenges and exploring what change might look like for you.
Ongoing individual sessions are scheduled based on your goals, readiness, and the level of support that feels helpful.
In-person counselling sessions take place in a private, safe space in Victoria, BC.
Virtual therapy sessions are available for individuals who prefer flexibility or are located outside Victoria.
As a Registered Clinical Counsellor, I use Motivational Interviewing to support clients who feel uncertain about change or conflicted about next steps. I’m especially drawn to working with people who feel capable in many areas of life but experience hesitation or shutdown when facing important change.
My background in counselling psychology, along with training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, depth psychology, and trauma-informed care, informs a steady, collaborative practice centred on growth, clarity, and well-being.
Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative counselling approach that helps individuals explore uncertainty about change and strengthen internal motivation.
No. While it is often used in substance use treatment, Motivational Interviewing is also effective for behavioural issues, workplace stress, life transitions, relationship concerns, and mental health challenges.
Unlike directive approaches, Motivational Interviewing focuses on guiding rather than advising. The therapist helps you draw out your own reasons for change instead of telling you what to do.
Yes. Motivational Interviewing is often integrated with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and other evidence-based approaches.
