Motivational interviewing to improve client engagement in addiction treatment
Adapting Intake Procedures to Improve Treatment Delivery in Addiction Treatment
This study is testing if using Motivational Interviewing during the first meeting can help adults starting addiction treatment feel more engaged compared to regular intake methods.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 150 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of New Mexico Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Albuquerque, New Mexico) |
| Trial ID | NCT05489068 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of Motivational Interviewing at Intake (MII) compared to standard intake procedures in enhancing client engagement among adults seeking outpatient addiction treatment. It employs a hybrid effectiveness-implementation design to assess both the impact on client engagement and the feasibility of integrating MII into standard practice. Personnel feedback will also be collected to understand the implementation climate before and after the training in Motivational Interviewing. The study aims to provide insights into improving treatment adherence for substance-related disorders.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are English-speaking adults seeking treatment for alcohol or other drug use who are physically withdrawn from substances.
Not a fit: Patients experiencing severe withdrawal symptoms or those who are actively psychotic, manic, or suicidal may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly enhance client engagement in addiction treatment, leading to better treatment outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that motivational interviewing can improve engagement in various treatment settings, suggesting a promising approach in this context.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria (client participants): * English-speaking adults seeking treatment for alcohol or other drug use at one of two outpatient addiction treatment programs * Provision of signed and dated informed consent form * Stated willingness to comply with all study procedures * Physically withdrawn from alcohol or other drugs Inclusion Criteria (personnel participants): * English-speaking adults currently employed at one of the two outpatient addiction treatment programs * Provision of electronic informed consent Exclusion Criteria (client participants): * Experiencing severe withdrawal symptoms * Actively psychotic, manic, and/or suicidal Exclusion Criteria (personnel participants): * current position: facility owner or clinical director
Where this trial is running
Albuquerque, New Mexico
- UNM Psychology Clinic — Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Margo Hurlocker, PhD — University of New Mexico
- Study coordinator: Margo Hurlocker, PhD
- Email: mhurlocker@unm.edu
- Phone: (505) 596-0578
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.