Dr. Wiplove Lamba & Jean-Paul Michael
Dr. Wiplove Lamba & Jean-Paul Michael
#101 Motivational Interviewing: Dr Wiplove Lamba discusses its origins
#101 Motivational Interviewing: Dr Wiplove Lamba discusses its origins
#101 Motivational Interviewing: Dr Wiplove Lamba discusses its origins
Monday 26th December 2022
Discover how motivational interviewing helps in addiction treatment with Dr. Wiplove Lamba and Jean-Paul Michael. A compassionate approach for real change.
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In order to do motivational interviewing well or the way it was designed, you have to sort of have some of these experiential exercises where you get to feel what that ambivalence is like.
Imagine a therapy that meets you exactly where you are, without judgment, and helps you find your own path to change. That's what motivational interviewing is all about. In this episode of 'Captain Hooked: The Addiction Project', addiction psychiatrist Dr. Wiplove Lamba and case manager Jean-Paul Michael take us on a journey through the origins and benefits of this empathetic approach to addiction treatment.
JP, who has recently embarked on a new career as a community case manager, shares his experiences with motivational interviewing training. Dr. Lamba, a seasoned expert and member of the motivational interviewing network of trainers, provides deep insights into how this technique was developed by William R. Miller in the 1980s. He explains that Miller's work was initially influenced by psychoanalytic and psychodynamic therapy.
Interestingly, Miller himself almost forgot about his early paper on the subject until he saw its principles come to life in practice. The heart of motivational interviewing lies in its focus on accepting people without judgment and aligning with their personal goals. This approach is often used in harm reduction strategies, making it particularly relevant for those dealing with addiction. Dr.
Lamba and JP emphasize the importance of experiential exercises in training, allowing clinicians to truly understand what ambivalence feels like for their clients. They also highlight the crucial role of compassion in effective addiction treatment. Whether you're a healthcare provider, someone grappling with addiction, or just curious about different therapeutic methods, this episode offers valuable perspectives on how motivational interviewing can make a real difference.