This six-hour interactive workshop introduces participants to Motivational Interviewing (MI), an evidence-based, person-centered communication approach designed to strengthen motivation and commitment to change. Participants will explore the spirit of MI (partnership, acceptance, compassion, and empowerment), practice core skills (open questions, affirmations, reflections, summaries), and learn how to respond effectively to ambivalence. Emphasis is placed on ethical, trauma-responsive, and culturally attuned communication applicable across social work settings.
Continuing Education Credits
Care Compass Network is pleased to be able to offer 6 Social Work Continuing Education Contact Hours for attending Motivational Interviewing Basics. The cost for the CEUs is $60 and is payable to Binghamton University. If you would like to earn Social Work credits, there is a 2-step process you MUST follow.
1. Register for the Motivational Interviewing Basics Training
2. Complete the Social Work registration form AND submit payment to Binghamton University. You will receive a link in your confirmation email where you can register for CEUs.
Binghamton University – SUNY, Social Work Department SW CPE is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #0143.
Care Compass will being providing all attendees lunch. If you have any allergies/ dietary restrictions, please email CCNWebinars@carecompassnetwork.org and let us know.
Facilitators Bios
Lisa Ardner, MA, CASAC-M, CARC, MINT Certified Trainer is a certified Motivational Interviewing trainer and experienced adult educator with extensive expertise in training social work and human services professionals. She holds a Master’s degree in Adult Learning and is a Certified Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT) Trainer and member of the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers. Lisa is a New York State Master Credentialed Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC-M) and a New York State Certified Addiction Recovery Coach (CARC). Lisa has delivered Motivational Interviewing training across healthcare, behavioral health, criminal justice, peer services, and community-based organizations. She is the owner of A Purpose 4 Life, LLC, where she provides training, consulting, and coaching focused on evidence-based communication, person-centered practice, and professional skill development.
Sandra Rivers, MA, CASAC-M, Trauma Champion is an experienced trainer and adult learning professional specializing in trauma-responsive, person-centered communication practices. She holds a Master’s degree in Adult Learning and is a member of the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT). Sandra is a New York State Master Credentialed Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC-M) and a recognized Trauma Champion. Sandra has extensive experience training social workers, clinicians, peer professionals, criminal justice staff, and healthcare providers. She is the owner of Authentic Trainings, LLC, where her work focuses on strengthening professional communication skills, supporting ethical and trauma-informed practice, and enhancing workforce capacity across social service systems.
