Skip to content

Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Rochester, NY

We are proud to feature top rated Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Rochester. We encourage you to review each profile to find your best match.
FILTER RESULTS
Fairport, New York therapist: A Better High,LLC, drug and alcohol counselor
Motivational Interviewing (MI)

A Better High,LLC

Drug and Alcohol Counselor, C.A.R.C.
I am proudly and openly in long-term recovery myself from substance use disorders. Over the years I’ve learned that there are just many many ways to do this, and a lot of my job and specialty is helping people find and implement the path that works best for them. I offer a lot of “handholding” in the beginning, which seems really helpful for the people I work with. I’ve been told by others that I have a friendly, natural, casual and “organic” presence, which helps people relax and even have fun, which is really important to me.  
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Rochester, NY
Online in Rochester, NY
New York City, New York therapist: Christie Roe, therapist
Motivational Interviewing (MI)

Christie Roe

Therapist, LMSW
I see therapy as an invitation to center yourself, follow your experience, and co-create the conditions for more clarity, choice, and connection, inside and out. My integrative approach aims to address your stressors, symptoms, and struggles in context, with attention to root causes, unmet needs, and practical possibilities for healing and harmonization in mind, body, and relationships.  
2 Years Experience
Online in Rochester, NY (Online Only)
Poughkeepsie, New York therapist: Pleasant Valley Mental Health Counseling, licensed mental health counselor
Motivational Interviewing (MI)

Pleasant Valley Mental Health Counseling

Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
PVMHC has several highly trained clinicians who treat many clients including those with; anxiety, depression (including postpartum), trauma, gender dysphoria/LGBTQ, learning disabilities, ADHD, & more. We aim to create long-term relationships, offer fast and flexible scheduling, and ensure we make each session as beneficial as possible. We work with adolescents and adults who are looking to better understand their symptoms, manage their emotions/stressors, and create a path to an enjoyable future. We offer a safe virtual space for you to set goals and incorporate coping skills into your everyday life.  
6 Years Experience
Online in Rochester, NY (Online Only)
New York City, New York therapist: Chrissie Chua- Ly van manh, counselor/therapist
Motivational Interviewing (MI)

Chrissie Chua- Ly van manh

Counselor/Therapist, LMHC-D, LPC
I’m a therapist with over 10 years of experience helping people work through anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, and life challenges across many different settings and stages of life. I bring a warm, kind, and grounded approach to my work, and I use humor when it helps create ease and connection in the room. I believe therapy should feel both safe and effective. My priority is building a strong, trusting relationship where you feel comfortable being yourself and talking about what’s really going on beneath the surface. I also value collaboration, and I welcome feedback from clients so we can shape the work together in a way that feels most helpful for you. Together, we can explore the deeper history and past experiences you may still be carrying- especially the ones that continue to impact your stress, mood, relationships, and sense of self today. At the same time, I bring structure to our work so sessions feel focused, intentional, and productive, making sure your time is used in a meaningful and thoughtful way. My goal is for you to feel more understood, supported, and connected to yourself as you move toward real and lasting change.  
10 Years Experience
Online in Rochester, NY (Online Only)
New York City, New York therapist: Elizabeth Pritchett, licensed mental health counselor
Motivational Interviewing (MI)

Elizabeth Pritchett

Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-D
In our sessions, clients can expect a focus on self-care and personal empowerment with encouragement to prioritize your well-being while managing responsibilities. I believe in equipping clients with the tools to navigate challenges, embrace their strengths, and cultivate resilience. Together, we will work toward meaningful progress, helping clients develop healthier relationships with themselves and their responsibilities, ultimately leading to transformative growth and fulfillment. I work with clients who are committed to their growth, motivated for change, open to communication, and ready to apply guidance.  
10 Years Experience
Online in Rochester, NY (Online Only)
Rochester's identity has been shaped by the legacy of companies like Kodak and Xerox — their rise defining the city's mid-20th-century prosperity and their decline leaving a post-industrial community grappling with poverty, population loss, and the psychological challenges of navigating a city in long-term contraction. The University of Rochester Medical Center provides a major institutional mental health anchor — including one of the country's leading psychiatry departments — alongside a private therapy community concentrated in Brighton, Pittsford, and the Park Avenue neighborhood. Rochester's large Black and Latino communities, concentrated in the city's urban core, experience significant mental health inequities, and culturally affirming therapists are an important but undersupplied part of the local landscape. Rochester Institute of Technology and the University of Rochester contribute academic energy to a city that holds significant intellectual capital despite its economic challenges.

Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Rochester, New York Statistics

Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Rochester, New York average 10 years of experience and charge around $180 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (87%), Depression (79%), and Trauma and PTSD (68%).

Average years in practice

10 Years Experience

Average cost per session

$180

Accept insurance

58%

Offer sliding scale

74%

Gender ID

63% Female
27% Male
6% Non-Binary
4% Gender Fluid

Session Type

58% Online Only
42% In Person and Online

Top Specialties

87% Anxiety or Fears
79% Depression
68% Trauma and PTSD
61% Stress
61% Loss or Grief
55% Social Anxiety
53% Self Esteem

Ages Served

92% Adult
79% Young Adult
50% Senior
47% Teen
21% Children

Client Focus

66% Women
58% LGBTQ+
50% Men
37% Hispanic / Latino
32% Black / African American