Instructor: Heather Lynch

Heather Lynch
Biography: Heather Lynch holds a MA in Counseling Psychology, completed the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT) Train New Trainers course, trained a group of new international MI Trainers in Tallinn, Estonia, and has been learning and teaching MI since 2006. She has created and facilitated many levels and types of MI training during this time period. As one of her colleagues stated: "I've seen Heather skillfully facilitate MI learning activities, facilitate MI discussion, and engage trainees in a way that makes learning complex skills fun". She currently uses her skills as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor and MI Trainer in Bend, Oregon. She is a member of the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers.

Classes by this instructor


Motivational Interviewing: Deepening Your Skills
Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a continual learning process. Professionals with previous MI training or practice will continue developing skills in their role supporting individuals to make and sustain behavior changes.
Friday, April 4, 2025 | 8:30am-4:30pm | Bend
Motivational Interviewing: Foundations and Current Practices
Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a conversation style that supports change in a manner congruent with a person's own values and concerns using collaborative, goal-orientated methods of communication. This introductory course covers the spirit, core skills, and processes of Motivational Interviewing (MI), as well as the most current research of MI use and effective practice. This course is usually offered in the Fall and Spring terms.
Friday, March 7, 2025 | 8:30am-4:30pm | Bend