TIP 35: Enhancing Motivation for Change in Substance Use Disorder Treatment (Updated 2019) The Solution - Paul Slade

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TIP 35: Enhancing Motivation for Change in Substance Use Disorder Treatment (Updated 2019) The Solution - Paul SladeMotivation is key to substance use behavior change. Counselors can support clients movement toward positive changes in their substance use by identifying and enhancing motivation that already exists. Motivational approaches are based on the principles of person centered counseling. Counselors use of empathy, not authority and power, is key to enhancing clients motivation to change. Clients are experts in their own recovery from SUDs. Counselors should