ODL 308: Motivational Interviewing for Substance Use in Older Adults

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 1 CREDIT HOUR APPROVED FOR:

Social Workers
ASWB ACE – 1 CE Credit
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work- 1 Contact Hour
Psychologists
APA – 1 CE Credit
Counselors
NBCC ACEP – 1 Contact Hour
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners- 1 Contact Hour
Substance Abuse Counselors
NAADAC – 1 Contact Hour
Nurses
California Board of Registered Nursing – 1 Contact Hour
Case Managers
CCMC – 1 Contact Hour

Created On:10/21/2024 Revised On: 8/1/2025

Target Audience:

This course is targeted for social workers, psychologists, counselors, nurses and case managers.

Counselor Skill Groups: 

3. Treatment Plan
4. Counseling Services

Overview:

Substance use in older adults is occurring at increased levels. This webinar will explore the fundamentals of substance use in older adults and effective Motivational Interviewing (MI) strategies to support these clients. We will review key indications, case study profiles, and discuss why MI is so effective in counseling clients with substance abuse. Learn about special considerations regarding substance use in older adults and the value of integrating the SBIRT model into clinical practice.

Course Objectives:

By the end of the session, the participant will be able to:

• Explain key considerations of substance use in older adults.
• Identify at least three components of Motivational Interviewing skills for substance use.
• Describe why Motivational Interviewing is effective when working with clients with substance abuse.

Presenter:

Diane Bigler, LCSW, LSCSW and owner of Diane Bigler Therapy Services, Inc. 

Diane Bigler is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Missouri and Kansas. She has over 20 years of experience in the social services field. Diane has held positions as a therapist (in-home and outpatient), private practice owner, trainer/facilitator, clinical supervisor, and Professor of Social Work. She also has experience in corporate wellness training and coaching. Diane is most passionate about providing quality educational training to professionals. She enjoys spoiling her four dachshunds and anything 80s-related.