MI clinicians agree that confronting clients can bring about resistance.

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MI (Motivational Interviewing) is based on the belief that clients are more likely to change their behavior when they feel respected and heard, rather than being confronted or coerced. Confrontation can often lead to defensiveness and resistance. Therefore, MI clinicians usually try to avoid confrontation and instead use techniques like reflective listening, open-ended questions, and empathy to help clients explore their motivations for change.

MI Clinicians Agree That Confronting Clients Can Bring About Resistance