Episode 261: Motivational Interviewing For Behaviour Analysts with Dr. Monica Gilbert

In this episode of Behaviour Speak, Ben sits down with Dr. Monica Gilbert to unpack what’s often missing in behaviour analysis: true engagement. While clinicians are trained in evidence-based interventions, many still struggle with caregiver buy-in, staff engagement, and sustained change. Dr. Gilbert argues the issue isn’t the science—it’s the conversation. Drawing from her work in clinical psychology and behaviour analysis, she introduces motivational interviewing (MI) as more than a technique—it’s a way of being. From understanding ambivalence to aligning with a client’s stage of change, this conversation challenges the compliance mindset and replaces it with collaboration, autonomy, and meaningful partnership. If you’ve ever felt like your interventions “should work” but aren’t landing—this episode is your missing piece. Watch on YouTube: This episode is presented by our founding academic partner, the Doctor of Education in the field of Applied Behaviour Analysis program at Western University’s Faculty of Education. Program Information: How to apply: Program brochure: Continuing Education Credits ( ) BACB: 1.0 Learning IBAO: 1.0 ABA Topics QABA: 1.0 General CBA/CPD: 1.0 Learning

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Episode 261: Motivational Interviewing For Behaviour Analysts with Dr. Monica Gilbert is an episode from The Behaviour Speak Podcast by Ben Reiman.

This episode is 56:05 long.

This episode was published on Apr 10, 2026.

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