Motivational Interviewing for Rehabilitation Clinicians: Strategies for Behavior Change and Client Engagement - Hardback

This comprehensive text provides rehabilitation clinicians with an actionable guide to applying Motivational Interviewing in practice, fostering meaningful client engagement, and supporting sustainable behavior change.Grounded in evidence-based principles and designed for diverse rehabilitation contexts, the book explores how Motivational Interviewing enhances rehabilitation outcomes through client-centered communication and interdisciplinary collaboration. It equips practitioners with essential skills to address a wide range of clinical needs, from mental health challenges and substance use to chronic disease management and postsurgical recovery.Key features include: Practical strategies for integrating Motivational Interviewing into busy clinical environments Applications of Motivational Interviewing across conditions such as anxiety, depression, obesity, and chronic pain Techniques for fostering interdisciplinary teamwork and mentoring within rehabilitation settings Interactive exercises, sample conversations, and case studies to support skill development Insights into leveraging Motivational Interviewing for leadership growth and team development This text is an invaluable resource for occupational therapists, physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, and other rehabilitation professionals seeking to improve client outcomes and satisfaction through collaborative, empathetic, and evidence-informed communication.

• | Author: Sabina Khan
• | Publisher: Routledge
• | Publication Date: Jun 24, 2026
• | Number of Pages: 346 pages
• | Binding: Hardback or Cased Book
• | ISBN-10: 1041086474
• | ISBN-13: 9781041086475