Asked by Isaac Fugate on Sep 25, 2024

In the motivational interviewing approach, the focus of a social worker is on:​

A) ​the offender who has harmed his or her client.
B) ​a client who has been wronged by a person.
C) ​the offending behavior of a client.
D) ​a client's behavior toward him or her during consultation sessions.

Motivational Interviewing

A counseling approach that helps to evoke from individuals their own motivations for making changes, through open-ended questions, affirmations, reflective listening, and summarizing.

Offending Behavior

Actions or conduct that violate social norms or laws, which can result in legal or social sanctions.

Consultation Sessions

Scheduled meetings or interactions with professionals to seek advice, guidance, or information on specific matters.

  • Understand the principles of motivational interviewing and its focus.