Therapies are an integral part of the 28-day residential program with New Life and are exclusively available to our clients during their stay.
Sessions are designed to support your recovery journey and are not offered as standalone or external services.
The listed technology can be included upon request.
Motivational Interviewing: Guiding Change, Powering Recovery
What is Motivational Interviewing?
Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a client-centred, evidence-based form of counselling designed to support people in resolving ambivalence and activating change. Unlike traditional directive approaches, MI focuses on guiding—not pushing—individuals towards their own intrinsic motivations for transformation.
Developed in the early 1980s by clinical psychologists William R. Miller and Stephen Rollnick, MI has become a gold-standard intervention for people seeking recovery from addiction, behavioural challenges, lifestyle change, or emotional resistance. It’s grounded in empathy, non-judgment, and respect for autonomy.
At New Life, we use Interviewing as a cornerstone in our psychological care model. It’s particularly effective for clients navigating ambivalence about change—those who know what they should do but feel stuck, unsure, or overwhelmed.
Rather than telling you what to do, MI helps you discover why you want to change, how you can do it, and what’s been getting in your way. It’s gentle, powerful, and deeply respectful. And when integrated into a holistic healing programme, it becomes a catalyst for lasting transformation.
Holistic Approach at New Life
At New Life, we see healing as a partnership. We don’t push; we invite. We don’t impose goals; we help you discover your own. This is why Motivational Interviewing fits so beautifully into our integrated model of care.
Our team of psychologists, therapists, and clinical coaches are trained in advanced MI techniques and applies them within a broader matrix of support, including somatic therapy, breathwork, trauma integration, nutrition, and medical supervision. This ensures that your desire for change is met with the resources to make it happen safely, strategically, and compassionately.
We understand that many clients arrive at New Life not quite ready for change, but desperate for relief. Some are deeply conflicted, especially if dealing with addiction, identity shifts, or emotional burnout. Interviewing creates a space to explore that conflict without pressure or shame.
We’re not here to fix you. We’re here to help you see yourself clearly, hear your own wisdom, and activate change from within.
This is what makes New Life different. We honour your autonomy, while walking beside you, every step of the way.
Why Motivation Matters
We all have moments when we know what needs to change—but we hesitate. It’s not laziness or denial. It’s ambivalence, and it’s completely human.
Whether you're facing a lifestyle overhaul, recovery from addiction, a health challenge, or an emotional crisis, the desire to change often coexists with fear, doubt, or grief. That inner conflict can stall even the most urgent transformations.
Interviewing helps resolve that ambivalence, not by arguing against resistance, but by working with it—compassionately, skillfully, and collaboratively.
Clients who engage in MI at New Life often experience:
A sense of empowerment and ownership over their journey
Renewed clarity on what they truly value
Relief from internal tension and decision paralysis
Increased confidence and self-trust
Motivation that feels sustainable—not forced
It’s an emotional unfreezing. Coming home to purpose. A shift from “I have to” to “I choose to.”
And once you move from pressure to preference, change becomes not only possible—but inevitable.
What to Expect
We understand that therapy can feel intimidating, especially when you’re not sure what you want or how ready you are to take action. That’s why interviewing at New Life is gentle, non-confrontational, and entirely paced by you.
What MI Looks Like in Practice:
Initial Exploration
Your therapist begins by getting to know you—your story, struggles, goals, and uncertainties. No assumptions, no diagnoses—just space.
Building a Therapeutic Alliance
Through reflective listening, empathy, and curiosity, your therapist creates a sense of safety and trust. You set the agenda, and you’re in control.
Identifying Ambivalence
You’ll explore where you're feeling stuck, torn, or resistant—without shame. Together, you’ll name the pros and cons of staying the same vs. changing.
Eliciting Change Talk
Rather than telling you what to do, your therapist helps you speak your own reasons for change. This “change talk” becomes a powerful internal motivator.
Strengthening Commitment
As motivation grows, you’ll begin to identify specific, value-aligned goals. Your therapist helps you plan realistic steps based on your readiness.
Integration
MI is used alongside other interventions (CBT, trauma therapy, somatic work) to ensure that insight leads to action.
Every session is a dialogue—not a directive. And while the process is simple, the impact can be profound.
Tech We Use
While Interviewing is a human-to-human technique at its core, at New Life, we enhance it with cutting-edge psychological assessment tools and digital progress-tracking systems to support your journey.
Our Supporting Tools Include:
Readiness Rulers and Scaling Techniques to assess motivation and ambivalence over time
Value Identification Frameworks that help align behaviour change with personal meaning
Digital journaling apps for clients to reflect between sessions
Therapist-led integration software where MI insights guide wider treatment decisions
Custom behavioural tracking tools to monitor real-world shifts in habits and emotional states
Voice analysis AI (used with consent) to detect shifts in engagement and tone
These innovations don’t replace conversation—they enhance it. They help our clinical team see when you’re moving from contemplation to action and adjust your care accordingly.
We bring you the best of science, soul, and smart tech—because change deserves both depth and precision.
Who It’s For?
Motivational Interviewing is for anyone stuck between “I want to” and “I can’t.” It’s especially effective for individuals navigating transitions, behavioural health issues, or early recovery from addiction.
You May Benefit If:
You know something needs to change but feel conflicted
You’re recovering from burnout, trauma, or substance misuse
You’re managing a chronic health condition but struggling with lifestyle changes
You feel stuck, frozen, or emotionally flat
You’re tired of being told what to do and want to find your own path
You want to feel in control of your healing—not dictated to
You’ve failed at previous attempts to change and want to try differently
Our clients include:
Executives ambivalent about stepping back from work stress
Individuals in early sobriety wrestling with identity loss
People in relationships are unsure whether to stay or leave
High-functions who feel emotionally empty despite success
Anyone longing to change—but not sure where to start
If this is you, you’re not alone. And we’re not here to push. We’re here to walk beside you until your “maybe” becomes a “yes.”
Here’s What Sets Us Apart:
Licensed Creative Therapists: Our team includes certified art therapists, music therapists, and expressive arts facilitators with deep clinical and creative experience.
Tailored, Luxury Setting: Sessions take place in tranquil, beautifully designed spaces—whether it’s our sound dome, our private studio, or the gardens.
Whole-Person Integration: Creative sessions are woven into a comprehensive plan that includes psychology, somatic therapies, nutrition, and spiritual care.
Confidential and Compassionate: Our clients are often high-profile individuals seeking deep work in a discreet environment. We deliver results with grace.
Real Results: We’ve witnessed incredible transformations—clients rediscovering their voices, healing long-held wounds, and reclaiming joy.
Community and Safety: Group experiences like drum circles, expressive workshops, and healing sound baths help clients reconnect with others in powerful, wordless ways.
TESTIMONIALS FROM OUR CLIENTS
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