Client sees some benefits but also strong barriers. The client chose 3 out of 10. How could you help them reflect on why it’s not a lower number?
Early Contemplation
Client isn’t considering change yet; may feel overwhelmed or uninterested. The client says they’re a 2 out of 10, what would you ask next to explore their perspective?
Low Readiness
Client is doing something but might need reinforcement or support. A client says they’re an 8. How could you explore what’s helping them stay consistent?
Client is ambivalent but leaning forward, ready for small steps. The client rates a 5. What question could you ask to help them identify their next step?
Preparation
Action
Client feels confident and engaged, focus shifts to reinforcement and sustainability. The client says they’re a 10! What could you ask to keep momentum going?”
Maintenance
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1-2 Low Readiness
2 out of 10, what would you ask?
“It sounds like this isn’t a top priority right now. What would need to change for it to feel more important?”
3-4 Low Readiness
3 out of 10, what would you ask?
Why not a 1? What’s already making this somewhat worth it for you?
5-6 Preparation
5 out of 10, what would you ask?
What would a 6 look like for you? What small action would move you one point higher?
7-8 Action
8 out of 10, what would you ask?
What’s been working well so far, and what keeps you motivated to continue?
9-10 Maintenance
10 out of 10, what would you ask?
"That’s awesome! What helps you stay at a 10 even when things get challenging?”
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Client sees some benefits but also strong barriers. The client chose 3 out of 10. How could you help them reflect on why it’s not a lower number?
Early Contemplation
Client isn’t considering change yet; may feel overwhelmed or uninterested. The client says they’re a 2 out of 10, what would you ask next to explore their perspective?
Low Readiness
Client is doing something but might need reinforcement or support. A client says they’re an 8. How could you explore what’s helping them stay consistent?
Client is ambivalent but leaning forward, ready for small steps. The client rates a 5. What question could you ask to help them identify their next step?
Preparation
Action
Client feels confident and engaged, focus shifts to reinforcement and sustainability. The client says they’re a 10! What could you ask to keep momentum going?”
Maintenance
CLICK TO REVEAL (& re-click to hide)
1-2 Low Readiness
2 out of 10, what would you ask?
“It sounds like this isn’t a top priority right now. What would need to change for it to feel more important?”
3-4 Low Readiness
3 out of 10, what would you ask?
Why not a 1? What’s already making this somewhat worth it for you?
5-6 Preparation
5 out of 10, what would you ask?
What would a 6 look like for you? What small action would move you one point higher?
7-8 Action
8 out of 10, what would you ask?
What’s been working well so far, and what keeps you motivated to continue?
9-10 Maintenance
10 out of 10, what would you ask?
"That’s awesome! What helps you stay at a 10 even when things get challenging?”