Teresa Pinto e Silva, a forensic psychologist and PhD researcher at the University of Minho, presents her research on Motivational Interviewing (MI) in justice settings, highlighting its effectiveness in improving engagement, motivation for change, and behavioral outcomes among justice-involved individuals, particularly those in early stages of change. She discusses key findings from her work, practical applications for professionals working with domestic violence populations, and the role of therapist genuineness and the therapeutic relationship in supporting lasting change.