Collaborating with Teachers Using Motivational Interviewing

Working in schools isn’t always easy. You walk in ready to make a difference — and sometimes, you’re met with a wall of “We’ve already tried that.” Sound familiar?

In this episode of MI for Change, Dr. Monica Gilbert shares practical ways to use Motivational Interviewing (MI) to improve collaboration and communication with teachers and school teams.
Discover how to build rapport, reduce resistance, and align goals — all while strengthening relationships and creating lasting impact for your clients.

✨ What You’ll Learn:

✅ How to approach teachers as partners, not participants
✅ The most effective open-ended questions to ask during collaboration
✅ Why affirmations and reflections are essential in school settings
✅ How to align your goals with a teacher’s goals for true teamwork
✅ Real-world examples of how curiosity leads to connection

💬 “When you become curious instead of corrective, conversations change — and so do outcomes.”


🔗 Resources & Links:

Explore on-demand trainings and webinars: www.drmonicagilbert.com .Use code CHANGE15 for 15% off MI Academy courses

💡 Join the Conversation:

What’s your biggest challenge when collaborating in school settings?
Share your experience or takeaway in the comments — let’s learn from one another!

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