Duane Osterlind, LMFT
Duane Osterlind, LMFT
09: How Motivational Interviewing Changes the Brain with Dr. Tony Mele
09: How Motivational Interviewing Changes the Brain with Dr. Tony Mele
09: How Motivational Interviewing Changes the Brain with Dr. Tony Mele
Tuesday 19th September 2017
Learn how Motivational Interviewing changes the brain to help with addiction on 'The Addicted Mind Podcast' with Dr. Tony Mele.
25 minutes
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Author:
Duane Osterlind, LMFT
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Toolkit
Recovery from Trauma
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Get the buttons here!Motivational Interviewing: A Brain-Changing Approach to Addiction Recovery
The goal is to create some discomfort, to shake up the positiveness and the value that's been attributed to the addiction. - Dr. Tony Mele
Ever heard of Motivational Interviewing (MI) but not quite sure what it is? This episode of 'The Addicted Mind Podcast' is here to clear things up. Host Duane Osterlind chats with Dr. Tony Mele, Chief Clinical Officer at Sovereign Health, about this powerful technique and how it can make a real difference for those battling addiction. MI is all about addressing the mixed feelings people have towards kicking their addiction. Dr.
Mele breaks down how MI works with the brain to spark change by disrupting the comfort zone that addiction creates. He explains how MI helps shift the brain's pleasure responses away from addictive behaviors, making room for healthier choices. This episode isn't just for therapists—it's for anyone curious about effective addiction treatments. Dr. Mele also emphasizes the importance of non-judgmental support in the recovery process.
If you're looking for practical advice and a deeper understanding of how MI can help, this conversation is a must-listen.