In Ep.64 of the Sports Therapy Association Podcast, our special guest is Dr Gary Mendoza, founder & director of ‘Stages of Change Ltd’.

With a PhD in Nutrition and particular interest in the psychology of change, Dr Mendoza trained under the founders of Motivational Interviewing (MI) Professors Stephen Rollnick & William Miller, and has since completed advanced MI training, introduction to counselling and a level 5 diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.

In this episode, Dr Mendoza shares his expertise to show how and why Motivational Interviewing can play a vital part in improving client communication, and helping them make the lifestyle changes they need to achieve their health and fitness goals.

Topics discussed include:

• The origins of Motivational Interviewing (MI)
• How the fundamentals of Motivational Interviewing can be applied to all aspects of health care provision
• Elements of the Stages of Change Model, as developed by Prochaska in the 1970’s: Precontemplation, Contemplation, Preparation, Action, Maintenance
• The importance & value of of promoting client autonomy
• The foundational processes behind Behavioural Change
• Factors that can affect a Client’s Behaviour: The Com-B Model
• Extrinsic vs. Intrinsic Motivation: Self Determination Theory
• Courses with Dr Gary Mendoza: content & value to soft tissue therapists

Websites/Social Media:

• https://stagesofchange.co.uk/
• The 'Behaviour Change Model' Study 
• Instagram: @drgarymendoza

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