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Instructor: Cyndi Briggs, Ph.D., LPC, NCC, DCC
Undergraduate: CE 495 – 002409 - 1 Undergraduate Credit
Grade Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Credit (PNOC)
Graduate: CE 595 – 002410 - 1 Graduate Credit
Grade Method: Letter Grade or Pass/No Credit (PNOC)
Workshop Only: CE 0001 - 002411 - Non-Credit: No academic credit awarded
(13 Continuing Education Contact Hours will be awarded
upon successful completion of workshop requirements)
Dates/Times: Friday, August 29, 2008 – 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Saturday, August 30, 2008 – 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Location: University Center Rochester – CF 206/208
Motivational Interviewing (MI) is an innovative and dynamic interpersonal communication technique developed to enhance the motivation and self-efficacy of clients, patients, and employees. MI was originally introduced as a revolutionary counseling skill set for those working with clients who have chemical dependency issues. Today, MI is used in a myriad of settings, including medical, educational, and business to overcome resistance to change and to build potential for success. This workshop will outline the basic principles of MI and will offer ample opportunities for attendees to practice the skills taught to increase their own confidence and competency. Workshop participants will also gain awareness of the many ways MI techniques can be applied in their own work settings. Dr. Briggs has a very energetic and enthusiastic personality with a presentation style that is interactive and engaging. This workshop is a must for anyone who seeks to gain greater skill in interpersonal effectiveness.
Cyndi Briggs, Ph.D., LPC, NCC, DCC
Dr. Briggs is an Assistant Professor of Counselor Education at Winona State University. During her undergraduate and graduate education at Guilford College, Wake Forest University, and Oregon State University, Dr. Briggs focused her research and clinical training in areas including grief counseling, social justice, and general mental health. Like many mental health practitioners she stumbled into the field of addictions counseling in 1998 and quickly realized her graduate training had not prepared her for the complex reality of working with clients who have substance abuse issues. Additional clinical training and education in Motivational Interviewing and Motivation Enhancement Therapy followed. Dr. Briggs is truly passionate about quality clinical practice with this most deserving of populations, and in educating the general public about the nature and course of addictive behavior.
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