Counseling and Motivational Interviewing in Speech-Language Pathology

The book is divided into two main parts: Chapters 1 through 4 cover the foundational principles of motivational interviewing, including several self-assessment tools to support learners in the process. Chapters 5 through 8 address specific counseling techniques and topics, providing readers with practical examples of how to properly counsel individuals with communication, cognition, and swallowing disorders. What’s included in Counseling and Motivational Interviewing in Speech-Language Pathology Sample dialogues between clinicians and clients. Case examples, thinking exercises, and potential assignments for readers to apply the knowledge and skills addressed in the book. A chapter dedicated to communicatively accessible structured interview approaches, eliciting and monitoring collaborative goals, and screening for other mental health concerns.