Motivational Interviewing for Addiction
A respectful conversation that builds your own reasons to change.
What is Motivational Interviewing?
Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, non-judgemental style of counselling. Instead of pushing you, it helps you explore mixed feelings about change and strengthen your own reasons for it.
How it helps in addiction
- Work through the “I want to stop, but…” feeling
- Clarify personal goals and values
- Build confidence to take a first step
- Prepare for treatment without pressure
What a session looks like
A relaxed conversation. Dr Shadaab listens, asks open questions and reflects back what you say. There are no lectures or ultimatums. The aim is that you leave with your own next step.
Who it suits
- People who are unsure whether they want to stop
- Those pushed into coming by family
- People who tried before and feel discouraged
Delivered by Dr Shadaab
These sessions are delivered by Dr Shadaab, who has 16+ years of experience in addiction care, a PG in Tobacco Cessation and a Diploma in Modern Applied Psychology. Where medicines or medical detox are needed, our associated psychiatrists coordinate care.
Available in person at 58, Ground Floor, Royal Terrace, Near Corporation Bank, Woodhouse Road, Colaba, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400005 and online for Mumbai, Navi Mumbai and Thane.
Frequently asked questions
Is this suitable if I am not ready to quit?
Yes. This approach is designed for people who are unsure, and there is no pressure to commit to anything.
How is it different from advice?
It is guided by your own goals and reasons rather than instructions, which tends to build lasting motivation.
Can families use it?
Families can learn the same respectful style of conversation, and our family counselling service supports this.
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