OARS: Core Motivational Interviewing Skills

This visual resource introduces the OARS framework, a core set of motivational interviewing skills that help build trust, encourage meaningful conversation, and support positive behavior change. The guide highlights four key techniques: asking open-ended questions, affirming strengths and efforts, reflecting what has been shared, and summarizing conversations to strengthen understanding and next steps. It is a useful tool for case managers, service providers, educators, and anyone working in client-centered support settings.

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