TRAINING & WORKSHOPS
MOTIVATIONAL INTERVIEWING TRAINING
Unlock the Power of Effective Conversations
Are you passionate about helping others reach their full potential? Do you want to make a real, lasting difference in the lives of those you support? Then our Motivational Interviewing (MI) workshops are for you!
What is Motivational Interviewing?
Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a person-centred, goal-oriented approach that helps people explore and resolve ambivalence, empowering them to make meaningful changes.
Originally developed in the 1980s by Drs. William Miller and Stephen Rollnick, MI was designed to improve engagement and retention in addiction treatment. Since then, MI has been widely adopted across healthcare, education, corrections, sports, and organisational change, becoming a cornerstone skill for anyone in a helping profession.
Why Train with Us?
Your trainer, Mikel Gellatly, is a qualified social worker and psychotherapist with nearly 15 years of experience in the Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) sector. As a member of the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT), Mikel has delivered MI training across Australia and Singapore, working with health, social care, education, and leadership teams to enhance their communication skills, client engagement, and impact.
Our Training Options
We offer customisable MI training designed to meet your needs—whether you're just starting or looking to refine and master your skills.
1️⃣ Foundational Skills Workshop
Ideal for those new to MI, this workshop introduces the fundamentals of MI and provides practical techniques to create a supportive, non-judgmental environment. You’ll learn how to:
✔ Use language and questioning techniques to help clients tap into their own motivation
✔ Develop rapport and engagement skills to enhance client relationships
✔ Understand the core spirit and skills of MI to guide behaviour change
2️⃣ Intermediate & Advanced MI Training
For those ready to deepen their MI practice, our intermediate and advanced workshops build on foundational skills, introducing new techniques and real-world applications. Participants will:
✔ Refine their MI skills with advanced strategies for complex conversations
✔ Navigate ambivalence and resistance more effectively
✔ Apply MI principles in real-world case scenarios to enhance professional impact
Tailored Training to Fit Your Needs
We understand that every organisation is different, which is why we offer customised training to match your goals. Sessions can be delivered as:
✅ 1-to-4-hour workshops for targeted skill development
✅ 1- to 2-day training programs for more immersive learning
Workshops are available for:
🔹 Beginner – Foundational MI skills
🔹 Intermediate – Expanding MI practice
🔹 Advanced – Mastery and skill refinement
What You’ll Learn
Our MI workshops cover essential skills and strategies, including:
✅ Understanding MI – What it is, what it isn’t, and the research supporting it
✅ The Spirit of MI – A person-centred, collaborative approach to change
✅ Core Skills & Strategies – OARS, reflections, and effective questioning
✅ Agenda Setting & Goal Alignment – Helping clients clarify their direction
✅ Understanding Change Talk & Sustain Talk – Recognising and responding effectively
✅ Deepening Reflective Listening – Building rapport and guiding conversations
✅ Managing Discord & Ambivalence – Addressing resistance with confidence
✅ Applying MI to Your Work Setting – Practical strategies for real-world impact
✅ Developing a Skills-Building Plan – Ongoing growth and refinement
Make an Impact – Start Your MI Training Today
Investing in Motivational Interviewing training is an investment in better conversations, stronger engagement, and improved outcomes. Whether you're in healthcare, social work, education, corrections, or leadership, MI will enhance your ability to guide people toward positive change.
📩 Get in touch today to discuss your training needs and book your MI workshop!
ADDICTION TREATMENT WORKSHOPS
A Comprehensive, Practical Approach
Substance use is a complex and far-reaching issue, impacting individuals, families, and communities. While treatment frameworks exist, substance use disorders (SUDs) remain one of the most challenging areas in health and welfare services. Despite its significance, many professionals receive limited formal training in understanding and addressing addiction in a way that is truly effective.
At Be Change, we go beyond general principles and fragmented theories. Our addiction treatment workshops offer an integrated, evidence-based framework that synthesises established theories and best practices. This approach helps clinicians, social workers, counsellors, and other professionals gain a comprehensive understanding of substance use presentations while equipping them with practical tools to provide effective, person-centred care.
Why Choose Our Addiction Treatment Workshops?
Expert-Led Training with Real-World Insights
Your trainer, Mikel Gellatly, brings over 15 years of clinical and leadership experience in addiction treatment. A qualified social worker and psychotherapist, Mikel has worked extensively in AOD services, mental health, and behaviour change interventions.
As a member of the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT), Mikel delivers training across Australia and Singapore, ensuring that participants receive practical, evidence-based strategies they can apply immediately in their professional settings.
What makes Mikel’s training unique is his dual perspective:
✔ Professional Expertise – Deep knowledge of addiction treatment theories, frameworks, and frontline clinical practice
✔ Lived Experience – A personal journey through addiction and recovery, providing an authentic, compassionate understanding of what clients truly need
This combination bridges the gap between theory and practice, giving participants a deeper, more meaningful grasp of how to engage, support, and empower people affected by substance use.
What You’ll Learn in Our Workshops
Our addiction treatment workshops focus on practical application and real-world relevance rather than theoretical debate. Participants will explore:
✅ An Integrated Framework for Substance Use Treatment – Synthesising established theories to expand your understanding of client presentations
✅ The Neurobiology of Addiction – Understanding the science behind substance use and its effects on behaviour and decision-making
✅ Trauma-Informed Care – Recognising the link between trauma and substance use, and integrating compassionate, evidence-based interventions
✅ The Role of Motivation in Recovery – Applying Motivational Interviewing (MI) to foster client engagement and readiness for change
✅ Understanding Ambivalence and Resistance – Strategies to help clients move beyond indecision and take meaningful steps toward recovery
✅ Practical Skills for Frontline Work – Techniques to enhance rapport, address relapse prevention, and build a supportive therapeutic alliance
Who Should Attend?
Our workshops are designed for professionals working in addiction treatment, mental health, social services, and healthcare, including:
✔ Clinicians and Counsellors
✔ Social Workers and Case Managers
✔ AOD and Mental Health Practitioners
✔ Nurses and Allied Health Professionals
✔ Peer Workers and Support Coordinators
If your role involves supporting individuals affected by substance use, this workshop will expand your knowledge, enhance your skills, and provide practical tools for delivering effective, client-centred care.
Flexible Training Options
We offer customised training programs tailored to your organisation’s needs, including:
✅ 1-to-4-hour workshops – Targeted sessions focusing on key skills
✅ 1- to 2-day intensive training – Comprehensive, practical skill-building
Take Action – Book Your Addiction Treatment Training Today
Empower yourself and your team with the knowledge and skills needed to provide compassionate, effective support for individuals navigating substance use challenges.
📩 Contact us today to discuss your training needs and schedule a workshop.
🔹 Enhance your expertise. Strengthen your impact. Change lives.
POSITIVE MENTAL HEALTH & WELLBEING WORKSHOPS FOR SCHOOLS
Empower Your Students – Build Resilience, Wellbeing, and a Positive Mindset
Today’s young people face unprecedented challenges, from academic pressures and social media influences to family dynamics and societal change. As a result, mental health concerns like anxiety, depression, and stress are on the rise among school-aged students.
At Be Change, we believe that mental health and wellbeing should be just as important as academic success. Our fun, engaging, and evidence-based workshops are designed to equip students and teachers with the tools to cultivate a positive mindset, build resilience, and develop healthy coping mechanisms.
Why Focus on Student Wellbeing?
The evidence is clear—schools play a critical role in promoting positive mental health. Research shows that:
✅ Positive psychology interventions can improve students' emotional resilience and overall wellbeing.
✅ Cognitive-behavioural strategies are effective in reducing anxiety and stress in young people.
✅ A supportive school climate fosters better academic, social, and emotional outcomes.
By integrating proven psychological strategies into education, we can help students thrive, both in school and in life.
Our Student Wellbeing Workshops
Our workshops are designed for both students and teachers in primary and secondary schools. They are:
🎯 Interactive & Engaging – Learning through games, activities, and group discussions
🧠 Evidence-Based – Rooted in positive psychology, cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), and resilience-building research
🌱 Practical & Actionable – Students and teachers leave with real tools to implement immediately
Workshop Focus Areas
✔ Building Emotional Resilience – Helping students navigate stress, setbacks, and challenges with confidence
✔ Growth Mindset & Positive Thinking – Cultivating an optimistic approach to learning and life
✔ Healthy Coping Mechanisms – Equipping students with practical tools to manage anxiety and stress
✔ Social & Emotional Intelligence – Strengthening skills in self-awareness, empathy, and relationships
✔ Mindfulness & Self-Care – Techniques for focus, relaxation, and self-compassion
Why Choose Our Workshops?
✅ Designed for Schools – Tailored for primary and secondary students, as well as teachers
✅ Proven Strategies – Grounded in scientific research on mental health, resilience, and wellbeing
✅ Practical & Fun – Hands-on activities that students actually enjoy and remember
✅ Empowering Teachers – Equipping educators with tools to support student well-being in daily teaching
Give Your Students the Gift of Well-being
By prioritising mental health and resilience, we can set students up for success in all areas of life—academically, socially, and emotionally.
📩 Book a workshop today and help your students flourish, thrive, and reach their full potential!
🔹 Better well-being. Brighter futures. Stronger schools.