Motivational Interviewing (MI) Therapy

What Is Motivational Interviewing?

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is an evidence-based therapeutic approach designed to help individuals strengthen their motivation and commitment to change. Whether you’re feeling stuck, unsure, overwhelmed, or disconnected from your goals, MI offers a collaborative, non-judgmental space where you can explore your ambivalence and move toward healthier decisions.

At Steady Ground Therapy, we use MI to empower clients by focusing on their strengths, values, and inner resources—never pressure or push. MI is especially effective for individuals wanting to change behaviors related to stress, anxiety, trauma responses, unhealthy habits, or life transitions.

How Motivational Interviewing Works

Motivational Interviewing is grounded in empathy, partnership, and respect.
Your therapist works with you—not on you—to help you:

  • Understand what’s keeping you stuck

  • Explore your personal reasons for wanting change

  • Build confidence in your ability to grow

  • Develop a sustainable plan that aligns with your values

  • Move forward at a pace that feels right for you

MI is gentle but powerful. With the right support, even the smallest step forward becomes meaningful progress.

Who Can Benefit From Motivational Interviewing?

MI is effective for teens, adults, and families who are experiencing:

  • Anxiety or chronic stress

  • Depression or low motivation

  • Traumatic or overwhelming life events

  • Relationship or communication struggles

  • Substance use concerns

  • Procrastination or difficulty following through

  • Self-doubt, low confidence, or fear of change

  • Life transitions (school, career, relocation, etc.)

If you feel “stuck,” MI can help you get unstuck.

Why Choose Steady Ground Therapy for Motivational Interviewing?

At Steady Ground Therapy, we proudly offer inclusive, culturally-responsive care as BIPOC therapists serving diverse communities in Downey and throughout California. We believe your story deserves to be heard with compassion, respect, and understanding.

What makes our approach unique:

  • Culturally-sensitive BIPOC clinicians

  • Warm, collaborative, non-judgmental support

  • Strength-based methods that honor your identity and lived experience

  • Flexible care: in person in Downey or online anywhere in California

  • Therapists experienced in trauma-informed Motivational Interviewing

Your goals matter—and we help you connect with the motivation you already have within you.

Motivational Interviewing in Downey, CA & Throughout California

Steady Ground Therapy provides MI services:

In Person: Downey, CA Serving nearby areas such as: Bellflower, Norwalk, Paramount, Lakewood, Pico Rivera, Whittier, South Gate, Long Beach and other surrounding cities.

Online Therapy: Available to individuals anywhere in California. Whether you prefer meeting in person or online, MI is just as effective in both settings.

Start Your Motivation-Focused Healing Today

If you’re ready to take the next step or even if you’re unsure Motivational Interviewing can help you gain clarity and direction.

Steady Ground Therapy is here to walk with you as you build confidence, find balance, and create meaningful change.

Book your session today
Start feeling more grounded, empowered, and motivated