Motivational Interviewing With Couples: A Framework for Behavior Change Developed With Sexual Minority Men [Paperback]

Motivational Interviewing With Couplesprovides a comprehensive introduction to the theoretical foundations, processes, and strategies unique to Motivational Interviewing (MI) with couples. Drawing on Interdependence Theory, this approach to MI positions the couple as the client. MI-based interventions historically have been shown effective in promoting behavior change across a broad range of problem areas, including substance use and sexual health. While the initial concepts of this intervention are substantially informed by work with sexual minority male couples, the principles can be applied broadly to couple-based processes relevant to a wide array of health behaviors and regardless of clients' gender and sexual orientation.Based on more than ten years of research,Motivational Interviewing With Couplesprovides a comprehensive introduction to the theoretical foundations, processes, and strategies unique to Motivational Interviewing (MI) with couples. Drawing on Interdependence Theory, this approach to MI positions the couple as the client. Relationship functioning--the extent to which partners are satisfied with, invested in, and committed to the relationship--is viewed as a mechanism to achieve change. MI-based interventions historically have been shown effective in promoting behavior change across a broad range of problem areas, including substance use and sexual health, two issues that are discussed at length in the book. While the initial concepts of this intervention are substantially informed by work with sexual minority male couples, the principles can be applied broadly to couple-based processes relevant to a wide array of health behaviors and regardless of clients' gender and sexual orientation.In addition to introducing Interdependence Theory and discussing its implications for MI,Motivational Interviewing With Couplesoffers a lexicon of counseling techniques used specifically in couples' sessions. These strategies address the l“Þ