MW036E Learning how to Resist the Righting Reflex in Work with System-Involved Youth and Families 6 CEUs TIVE53-202640

Participants will build on the knowledge gained from an introductory MI course. This course will provide practical skills and strategies for professional who work with system-involved youth and families to resist the righting reflex when met with client resistance. Participants will increase their understanding of the righting reflex. The content explores MI four guiding principles, represented by the acronym R.U.L.E. Participants will gain a general understanding of how resistance may show up when working with system-involved youth and families. The course will provide strategies on appropriate response to resistance. As well as what could be said in response to resistance rather than using the righting reflex. The material will be delivered by PowerPoint presentation, short video clips, group discussion, breakout (small group) discussions and participant workbook (handout).