Which of the following is true of Motivational Interviewing (MI) ?

A) MI is a comprehensive theory of change.
B) In MI, counselors must resist the righting reflex.
C) MI is a nondirective style of counseling.
D) In MI, motivation is viewed as a personality trait that cannot be changed.
E) MI is useful in later stages of change when motivation is low.

Motivational Interviewing

A client-centered counseling style for eliciting behavior change by helping clients to explore and resolve ambivalence.

Righting Reflex

The natural tendency to correct or fix problems, often discussed in counseling or therapy contexts as a potential barrier to helping clients find their own solutions.

Nondirective Style

A counseling approach where the counselor acts as a facilitator rather than directing the session, allowing clients to explore their thoughts and feelings freely.