Tailored Motivational Interviewing (TMI)
Tailored Motivational Interviewing (TMI) is an evidence-based intervention that uses brief, collaborative counseling sessions to support young people with HIV—including Black gay, bisexual, same-gender loving, and other men who have sex with men (MSM). Instead of directing change, TMI guides clients through conversations that build motivation and confidence to stay engaged in HIV care, take medications as prescribed, and improve overall health behaviors.
Developed by HIV and motivational interviewing experts with community input, TMI was tested through HRSA’s Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program (RWHAP) E2i initiative and shown to improve care engagement and adherence outcomes.
Download the Implementation Guide for step-by-step tools, tips, and resources to help your organization adopt and replicate TMI in HIV care settings.