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Training program on motivational interviewing for prison professionals.

Abdón Martín-Coca¹, José Antonio Martín Herrero¹

¹Department of Social Psychology and Anthropology University of Salamanca Spain.

Revista Espanola De Sanidad Penitenciaria

|October 22, 2025

Summary

This study found that motivational interviewing (MI) training significantly reduced non-compatible practices among prison professionals. While compatible skills showed mixed results, the training demonstrated effectiveness in correctional settings.

Keywords:

correctional facilities personnel diagnosis dual (psychiatry)motivational interviewing professional training therapeutic adherence

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Area of Science:

Criminal Justice
Psychology
Behavioral Science

Background:

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a key intervention strategy.
Effective training for correctional professionals is crucial for successful implementation.
Assessing the impact of MI training in secure environments is needed.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate an MI training program for prison professionals.
To analyze changes in MI-compatible competence and adherence.
To measure the reduction of MI-non-compatible practices.

Main Methods:

Longitudinal quasi-experimental study over four months.
25 correctional professionals participated in a three-phase training.
Spanish-translated MIA:STEP questionnaire used for self-assessment.

Main Results:

Significant decrease in non-compatible adherence to MI (p <0.001).
Non-compatible competence significantly increased (p = 0.012).
Compatible competence showed a significant improvement (Friedman's test, p = 0.008).

Conclusions:

The MI training program effectively reduced non-compatible adherence.
Findings suggest progressive learning with areas for reinforcement.
The study provides evidence for MI training's impact in correctional settings.