Motivational Interviewing

Training for Coaches and Professionals

"You know what you should do…"

Well-meant advice rarely leads to lasting behaviour change. So what does work?

Welcome to the Motivational Interviewing Program

With Motivational Interviewing (MI) you learn how to activate your client's intrinsic motivation, so that change really comes from within. By using targeted conversation techniques and maintaining an open, non-judgmental attitude, you guide clients in shaping their own action plan – and lay the foundation for sustainable change.

Who is this training for?

This training is designed for professionals who guide behaviour change, including:

Whether you work on healthy habits, stress reduction, workplace well-being or mental resilience, Motivational Interviewing helps you to guide change effectively and respectfully.

What will you learn? – Our Learning Promise

After completing this training, you will be able to:

Training Structure

This training is compact, practical and highly interactive, with a strong focus on learning by doing:

Exclusive Digital Learning Environment

You also get access to an online learning environment that supports you before, during and after the sessions, including:

Delivery Options

We offer several formats so you can choose what fits best:

The Trainers

Sabine van der Donk

Lead Trainer

Sabine is a coach, lecturer and trainer. She studied Work and Organizational Psychology at the University of Groningen and has extensive experience in sustainable employability, stress and burn-out coaching, and personal development. She trains professionals and students in coaching skills, presentation techniques and Motivational Interviewing.

Gerard Scheenstra

Co-Coach

Gerard is an experienced trainer, mentor and facilitator, specialised in behaviour change and sustainable employability. He is the lead trainer and designer of the Sustainable Life & Employability Coach certification program and helps professionals gain insights that drive growth and positive change.