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Debbie Andorka
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, MS, EdD
Verified Verified
Culver City, CA 90230  (Online Only)
My PASSION as Trainer, Coach and Teacher with children, teens, parents, families and adults is guide you in self-care for a fulfilling life. Therapy can help you to regulate your emotions and to manage unproductive beliefs and unsuccessful patterns of behavior, so that you learn to enjoy being in the present . Therapy provides you with thoughtful strategies to alleviate stress, and to recognize old patterns of behavior from your past that may be undermining your choice for today. Therapy brings tools of mindfulness, breathing and behavior skills to assist you to live your life of purpose and meaningful relationships.
My PASSION as Trainer, Coach and Teacher with children, teens, parents, families and adults is guide you in self-care for a fulfilling life. Therapy can help you to regulate your emotions and to manage unproductive beliefs and unsuccessful patterns of behavior, so that you learn to enjoy being in the present . Therapy provides you with thoughtful strategies to alleviate stress, and to recognize old patterns of behavior from your past that may be undermining your choice for today. Therapy brings tools of mindfulness, breathing and behavior skills to assist you to live your life of purpose and meaningful relationships.
(323) 649-6436 View (323) 649-6436
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Renee Rios
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
Verified Verified
Culver City, CA 90232
I possess a passion for helping others along their life's journey. In my work, I arrive with sincerity, humility, optimism, and professionalism. My purpose is to hold a safe space--- removed of judgment and bias--- in order to facilitate healing, growth and transformation, so one can fulfill their life's purpose. I serve infant, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric populations through an intersectional approach to client-centered, strengths-based, trauma-informed, culturally-attuned, evidence-based, psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral therapeutic interventions. Individual, couples, and family therapy available.
I possess a passion for helping others along their life's journey. In my work, I arrive with sincerity, humility, optimism, and professionalism. My purpose is to hold a safe space--- removed of judgment and bias--- in order to facilitate healing, growth and transformation, so one can fulfill their life's purpose. I serve infant, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric populations through an intersectional approach to client-centered, strengths-based, trauma-informed, culturally-attuned, evidence-based, psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral therapeutic interventions. Individual, couples, and family therapy available.
(424) 416-2317 View (424) 416-2317
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Scott L. Tobin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90230
Are you going through a difficult time? Are you concerned about your tween/teen? I'm here to help. Like a trusted friend I'm very easy to talk to. I've served the Culver City / Mar Vista community for 25 years helping many others just like yourself. I specialize in stress management, depression, anxiety, tweens & adolescents, Family Counseling, relationships, major life events, phase of life issues and much more. Have confidence relief is near. I can help.
Are you going through a difficult time? Are you concerned about your tween/teen? I'm here to help. Like a trusted friend I'm very easy to talk to. I've served the Culver City / Mar Vista community for 25 years helping many others just like yourself. I specialize in stress management, depression, anxiety, tweens & adolescents, Family Counseling, relationships, major life events, phase of life issues and much more. Have confidence relief is near. I can help.
(310) 210-9808 View (310) 210-9808
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Kristyn Fresz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Culver City, CA 90230
Entering therapy takes courage and commitment so it will be my first priority for you is to create feelings of safety and trust. I believe that you have the innate capacity to heal, develop, and grow. You and I can work together to identify inner conflicts, clarify beliefs, and release limiting patterns to support you in living a more authentic and fulfilling life. I work with individuals and adolescents.
Entering therapy takes courage and commitment so it will be my first priority for you is to create feelings of safety and trust. I believe that you have the innate capacity to heal, develop, and grow. You and I can work together to identify inner conflicts, clarify beliefs, and release limiting patterns to support you in living a more authentic and fulfilling life. I work with individuals and adolescents.
(707) 706-6954 View (707) 706-6954
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Yasmin Vishram-Morris
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90232
Waitlist for new clients
Therapy can be a very scary process. From having to call one to having your first meeting and then doing the work. This is especially so when you are facing difficult times or remembering events that you've struggled with for some time and realize that this is what is holding us back to our fullest expression. In our work together, I will bring nurturance and support as we explore the underlying causes to what brings you distress. I will provide you with a safe, non-judgmental environment to explore freely.
Therapy can be a very scary process. From having to call one to having your first meeting and then doing the work. This is especially so when you are facing difficult times or remembering events that you've struggled with for some time and realize that this is what is holding us back to our fullest expression. In our work together, I will bring nurturance and support as we explore the underlying causes to what brings you distress. I will provide you with a safe, non-judgmental environment to explore freely.
(310) 340-1891 View (310) 340-1891

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Veronica Calkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
A Licensed Psychotherapist specializing in trauma, crisis, grief, anxiety, depression, and relationships. Veronica provides an empathetic and caring environment to work through challenges without judgment. Veronica obtained her B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Applied Developmental Psychology and Master’s in Social Welfare at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). She is trained in CBT, DBT, and family and couples therapy. She is also certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and the administration of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Deep-Brain Theta Stimulation.
A Licensed Psychotherapist specializing in trauma, crisis, grief, anxiety, depression, and relationships. Veronica provides an empathetic and caring environment to work through challenges without judgment. Veronica obtained her B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Applied Developmental Psychology and Master’s in Social Welfare at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). She is trained in CBT, DBT, and family and couples therapy. She is also certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and the administration of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Deep-Brain Theta Stimulation.
(833) 918-2676 View (833) 918-2676
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Norina Verduzco-Murphy MSW, LCSW & Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90048
Immediate openings in Los Angeles! We strive to make therapy accessible to everyone. We accept insurance, and have weekend and evening availability, with appts offered as late as 7 pm! You will find that my associates and I offer compassion, empathy, and support as you work to heal and grow. We love children and families. Our goal is to help kids have emotional healthy childhoods and support parents in peaceful family interactions. Please see our website to read more about the qualified and amazing therapists available to help you reach your goals. We thank you for considering us in this important investment in yourself.
Immediate openings in Los Angeles! We strive to make therapy accessible to everyone. We accept insurance, and have weekend and evening availability, with appts offered as late as 7 pm! You will find that my associates and I offer compassion, empathy, and support as you work to heal and grow. We love children and families. Our goal is to help kids have emotional healthy childhoods and support parents in peaceful family interactions. Please see our website to read more about the qualified and amazing therapists available to help you reach your goals. We thank you for considering us in this important investment in yourself.
(909) 317-3360 View (909) 317-3360
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Dr. Vicki D. Coleman
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, EdD, LCPC, CCMHC, MAC/DAC, SAP
Verified Verified
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
TELEHEALTH OFFERED! WHY ARE YOU SO ANGRY? In the 21st century global economy, Anger is a major challenge! Although a valid emotion, unmonitored, it can lead to stress, inappropriate behavior, and violence. A former Tenured Professor at Purdue University in West Lafayette, IN, I earned a Doctorate in Psychology from Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ. Publications include books (Amazon Bestsellers), 9 chapters, and refereed journal articles. Anger is frequently the antecedent to a myriad of issues. My goal is to facilitate the identification of viable solutions. I have 6 Full Clinical Licenses in 5 States-CA, IL, IN, MI, & NV.
TELEHEALTH OFFERED! WHY ARE YOU SO ANGRY? In the 21st century global economy, Anger is a major challenge! Although a valid emotion, unmonitored, it can lead to stress, inappropriate behavior, and violence. A former Tenured Professor at Purdue University in West Lafayette, IN, I earned a Doctorate in Psychology from Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ. Publications include books (Amazon Bestsellers), 9 chapters, and refereed journal articles. Anger is frequently the antecedent to a myriad of issues. My goal is to facilitate the identification of viable solutions. I have 6 Full Clinical Licenses in 5 States-CA, IL, IN, MI, & NV.
(310) 591-8249 View (310) 591-8249
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Now I See a Person Institute
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
“So often times it happens that we live our lives in chains, and we never even know we have the key” (The Eagles) “No one ever talked like this with me before” “They didn't force” “They listen and never force you, and they do not make assumptions about you” “You are unique and do not compare yourself to other people’s journey’s…do not do permanent decisions to things that will change in time” These are commentaries gained from people who experienced collaborative-dialogic ways of helping in the Now I See A Person Institute. Come hear words of hope and remedy, where dignity, dialogue and freedom arise within therapy, coaching...
“So often times it happens that we live our lives in chains, and we never even know we have the key” (The Eagles) “No one ever talked like this with me before” “They didn't force” “They listen and never force you, and they do not make assumptions about you” “You are unique and do not compare yourself to other people’s journey’s…do not do permanent decisions to things that will change in time” These are commentaries gained from people who experienced collaborative-dialogic ways of helping in the Now I See A Person Institute. Come hear words of hope and remedy, where dignity, dialogue and freedom arise within therapy, coaching...
(626) 624-4272 View (626) 624-4272
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Joanie Santos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lawndale, CA 90260
Hi I'm Joanie Santos, LCSW. I love working with teens, young adults and their parents. I like to start by getting to know you and what you want to be different so you can feel better and begin living your best life. I have worked well with teens, young adults and mid-life adults as well as groups. I tend to focus on resolving depressive and anxiety symptoms and overcoming ADHD obstacles, if that's something you may be struggling with.
Hi I'm Joanie Santos, LCSW. I love working with teens, young adults and their parents. I like to start by getting to know you and what you want to be different so you can feel better and begin living your best life. I have worked well with teens, young adults and mid-life adults as well as groups. I tend to focus on resolving depressive and anxiety symptoms and overcoming ADHD obstacles, if that's something you may be struggling with.
(916) 398-2394 View (916) 398-2394
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Shohreh White
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90071  (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Shohreh but I go by Sho for short. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Associate Professional Clinical Counselor who has a passion to help others achieve their best life. Sometimes life can leave one feeling lost or powerless, you may be wondering what your next steps should be. I would be honored to help you navigate and walk with you in your journey to finding and reclaiming your true self.
Hello! My name is Shohreh but I go by Sho for short. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Associate Professional Clinical Counselor who has a passion to help others achieve their best life. Sometimes life can leave one feeling lost or powerless, you may be wondering what your next steps should be. I would be honored to help you navigate and walk with you in your journey to finding and reclaiming your true self.
(916) 619-5341 View (916) 619-5341
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Maribel Flores
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT, APCC, Hablo, Espanol
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90035  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
(**Hablo español) Making the decision to begin therapy is not an easy task. With your best interest in mind, I strive to provide a trusting, safe, and supportive environment. Whether your concerns include depression, anxiety, adjustment, relationship, or family issues, or you would like to work on enhancing your strengths, personal or career-related, or improving your self-esteem, we can work collaboratively in setting goals that can help you.
(**Hablo español) Making the decision to begin therapy is not an easy task. With your best interest in mind, I strive to provide a trusting, safe, and supportive environment. Whether your concerns include depression, anxiety, adjustment, relationship, or family issues, or you would like to work on enhancing your strengths, personal or career-related, or improving your self-esteem, we can work collaboratively in setting goals that can help you.
(619) 566-1438 View (619) 566-1438
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Jacqueline Anthony
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90008
I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Seeking Safety (SS), Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) certified, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Crisis services, Psychoanalysis, Domestic Violence, Motivational Interviewing, and more!.
Accepting New Clients!!!! My name is Jacqueline Anthony, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in the state of California and Nevada. I began my career in counseling in the 1980’s when I served as a Correctional Counselor for the California Department of Corrections. While working for the Department of Corrections, I received many life lessons that inform my practice today. Though too numerous to mention, the most salient points include the resiliency of the human spirit, the resolve of a vision, and the truth that our true and lasting wealth is “this moment, this hour, this day.”
I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Seeking Safety (SS), Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) certified, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Crisis services, Psychoanalysis, Domestic Violence, Motivational Interviewing, and more!.
Accepting New Clients!!!! My name is Jacqueline Anthony, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in the state of California and Nevada. I began my career in counseling in the 1980’s when I served as a Correctional Counselor for the California Department of Corrections. While working for the Department of Corrections, I received many life lessons that inform my practice today. Though too numerous to mention, the most salient points include the resiliency of the human spirit, the resolve of a vision, and the truth that our true and lasting wealth is “this moment, this hour, this day.”
(702) 766-8681 View (702) 766-8681
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Mia Bowick
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT, RDT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Not accepting new clients
I always start where you are. What are your goals? What do you want to get out of therapy? My job is to accompany you on your journey to wellness; bearing witness, offering feedback and facilitating the overall process so that you get where you want to go. I work from a number of different modalities and offer a flexible, creative and negotiable attitude toward the work that we will do. I want to know what works for you, and what doesn’t. My hope for our work is to build a trusting relationship in which the trials of life can be navigated with grace, inner wounds can be healed, and your soul can be nurtured.
I always start where you are. What are your goals? What do you want to get out of therapy? My job is to accompany you on your journey to wellness; bearing witness, offering feedback and facilitating the overall process so that you get where you want to go. I work from a number of different modalities and offer a flexible, creative and negotiable attitude toward the work that we will do. I want to know what works for you, and what doesn’t. My hope for our work is to build a trusting relationship in which the trials of life can be navigated with grace, inner wounds can be healed, and your soul can be nurtured.
(720) 706-7992 View (720) 706-7992
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Jordan Goode
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90025
My name is Jordan Goode and I am a Children’s & Family Therapist. I specialize in helping children 2-12 years old who are struggling with trauma, attachment disorders, anxiety, emotional and behavioral issues, OCD, and adjusting to divorce or adoption/ foster care. I offer individual and family sessions & am trained in play therapy, art therapy, Child-Parent Relationship Therapy, and Exposure Response Prevention. I believe in the healing power of therapeutic play! I provide children with a safe space and the materials to process and communicate past experiences and emotions, help them organize their thoughts, & learn coping skills.
My name is Jordan Goode and I am a Children’s & Family Therapist. I specialize in helping children 2-12 years old who are struggling with trauma, attachment disorders, anxiety, emotional and behavioral issues, OCD, and adjusting to divorce or adoption/ foster care. I offer individual and family sessions & am trained in play therapy, art therapy, Child-Parent Relationship Therapy, and Exposure Response Prevention. I believe in the healing power of therapeutic play! I provide children with a safe space and the materials to process and communicate past experiences and emotions, help them organize their thoughts, & learn coping skills.
(310) 634-0699 View (310) 634-0699
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Lea Monreyal
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Hollywood, CA 90068
Asking for help can be one of the most difficult and even scariest thing for you to do. But therapy doesn't have to be so daunting nor does it have to take years for you to feel better. The therapy space should feel safe and empowering in order for you to be able to share, to learn, to consider a different perspective, to gain insight, to process your experiences, to start healing your emotional wounds, and to grow. You are not alone in feeling lost, helpless, angry, or confused. WE ALL feel this way at some point in, or about some areas of, our lives. A burden shared is a burden less heavy.
Asking for help can be one of the most difficult and even scariest thing for you to do. But therapy doesn't have to be so daunting nor does it have to take years for you to feel better. The therapy space should feel safe and empowering in order for you to be able to share, to learn, to consider a different perspective, to gain insight, to process your experiences, to start healing your emotional wounds, and to grow. You are not alone in feeling lost, helpless, angry, or confused. WE ALL feel this way at some point in, or about some areas of, our lives. A burden shared is a burden less heavy.
(714) 988-6512 View (714) 988-6512
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Briana Barrera
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Los Angeles, CA 90025
Briana is extremely compassionate, attuned, non-judgmental, and deeply cares about her clients. She is an advanced practitioner in CBT, DBT, and EMDR Phase I-III. She most recently worked as a psychotherapist at Mental Health America Los Angeles Wellness Center (MHALA) and was widely loved by her clients. Briana has worked with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, family crisis, and relationship conflicts.
Briana is extremely compassionate, attuned, non-judgmental, and deeply cares about her clients. She is an advanced practitioner in CBT, DBT, and EMDR Phase I-III. She most recently worked as a psychotherapist at Mental Health America Los Angeles Wellness Center (MHALA) and was widely loved by her clients. Briana has worked with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, family crisis, and relationship conflicts.
(310) 807-2734 View (310) 807-2734
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Evan Ganick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ASW, MA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
West Hollywood, CA 90069  (Online Only)
I'm Evan, a holistic solution focused psychotherapist. If you feel like you are not living to your full potential due to mental health, I can help. I predominantly work via trauma reprocessing in order to reduce your symptoms of anxiety and depression. I work with many individuals and couples to improve overall joy. The people I serve have a wide array of presenting issues around grief, sexual issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction. I'm looking forward to learning more about you and seeing if we may be a good match. If we feel its not the best match for your needs, I'll work with you to find a better provider.
I'm Evan, a holistic solution focused psychotherapist. If you feel like you are not living to your full potential due to mental health, I can help. I predominantly work via trauma reprocessing in order to reduce your symptoms of anxiety and depression. I work with many individuals and couples to improve overall joy. The people I serve have a wide array of presenting issues around grief, sexual issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction. I'm looking forward to learning more about you and seeing if we may be a good match. If we feel its not the best match for your needs, I'll work with you to find a better provider.
(408) 260-5473 View (408) 260-5473
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Lindsay Burke
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, BI
Verified Verified
Venice, CA 90292
Hi! I’m Lindsay and I’m the founder of LIFT Therapy, a licensed therapist, coach, a martial artist, wife, and parent. I help individuals with their most intimate relationships- with partners, family members and close friends. I also support those in tricky dynamics with narcissistic, exploitive and manipulative personalities. In my experience working with deeply traumatized and emotionally disturbed adults and children, I found my passion for addressing generational trauma by helping adults heal early childhood trauma and by teaching a new generation of parents how to raise children using an attachment-based lens.
Hi! I’m Lindsay and I’m the founder of LIFT Therapy, a licensed therapist, coach, a martial artist, wife, and parent. I help individuals with their most intimate relationships- with partners, family members and close friends. I also support those in tricky dynamics with narcissistic, exploitive and manipulative personalities. In my experience working with deeply traumatized and emotionally disturbed adults and children, I found my passion for addressing generational trauma by helping adults heal early childhood trauma and by teaching a new generation of parents how to raise children using an attachment-based lens.
(323) 870-9342 View (323) 870-9342
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Gerardo Salinas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90011
My name is Gerardo Salinas. I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Therapist for more than 12 years. I have experience working with adults, youth, and families from varied life experiences. I enjoy working with clients from diverse backgrounds. I offer Talk, Play Therapy, Mindfulness, Art Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help resolve conflict, improve communication, and work to resolve trauma with both children and adults. Another focus I have is on early attachment and developmental needs. I also offer parent coaching to help with challenging behaviors at school or in the home.
My name is Gerardo Salinas. I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Therapist for more than 12 years. I have experience working with adults, youth, and families from varied life experiences. I enjoy working with clients from diverse backgrounds. I offer Talk, Play Therapy, Mindfulness, Art Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help resolve conflict, improve communication, and work to resolve trauma with both children and adults. Another focus I have is on early attachment and developmental needs. I also offer parent coaching to help with challenging behaviors at school or in the home.
(442) 259-6410 View (442) 259-6410

Motivational Interviewing Therapists

How does motivational interviewing work?

Motivational interviewing aims to uncover a person’s internal motivation to change their life. Toward this end, the therapist listens, empathizes, and collaborates with the client based on their perspective; the therapist doesn’t adhere to a predetermined plan for change or impose their viewpoint on the client. Discovering an individual’s most important reasons for change, and guiding them to achieve those changes, can empower people to shift from ambivalence to action.

Is motivational interviewing evidence-based?

Yes, research shows that motivational interviewing can help treat alcohol and substance use — and in different ways such as reducing drinking, reducing resistance, and increasing the likelihood of staying in treatment. Motivational interviewing has also been shown to help people lose weight, adhere to medication regimens, improve diet for those with Type II diabetes, and improve healthy behaviors in children.

How long does motivational interviewing last?

Motivational interviewing is a short-term therapy that can last just one or two sessions. In some cases, motivational interviewing may be used in conjunction with longer-term therapies, but for most people, motivational interviewing is a brief intervention that aims to help patients understand their personal, specific, and internal reasons for changing their life.

What differentiates motivational interviewing from person-centered therapy?

In person-centered therapy, the individual is in the driver’s seat of the treatment process, creating space for them to trust their instincts and arrive at their own solutions. The two approaches are similar because motivational interviewing is also client-centered; however, person-centered therapy is more open-ended while motivational interviewing is somewhat more structured; the goal is to change, and the therapist helps the client specifically discover their internal motivations to modify their behavior.