Motivational Interviewing (MI) is an evidence-based counselling approach that helps clients resolve ambivalence and strengthen their own motivation for change. Developed by psychologists William Miller and Stephen Rollnick, MI is a collaborative, person-centred communication style that uses empathy, open-ended questions, affirmations and reflective listening. Rather than persuading or directing, MI invites clients to explore their goals and values, articulate their reasons for change and build confidence in their ability to act. The approach is grounded in the principles of humanistic psychology, emphasising unconditional positive regard and autonomy. MI acknowledges that ambivalence about change is normal and uses techniques to elicit “change talk”-statements reflecting desire, ability, reasons and need for change. It follows a process of engaging the client, focusing on a change target, evoking their motivations and planning specific actions. Coaches trained in MI help clients weigh options, resolve discrepancies and commit to plans, making it particularly useful when clients feel stuck or resistant. MI has been applied in healthcare, addiction treatment, coaching and leadership to facilitate behaviour change by fostering collaboration and autonomy.