Angelina Moore Maia, Ph.D., RDN, is a sought-after speaker and consultant in  motivational interviewing (MI) and behavior change. A member of the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT) since 2016, Dr. Maia brings over two decades of experience training health professionals, educators, and interdisciplinary teams in motivational interviewing. She blends deep clinical knowledge with a compassionate, evidence-based approach rooted in self-determination theory and adult learning.

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Dr. Maia is the founder of Maia Consulting Group, where she provides MI coaching, coding, and consultation for organizations seeking to elevate communication and behavior change strategies. Her work spans live workshops, CME-accredited programming, reflective group practice, and interprofessional education initiatives. With a doctorate in Food and Nutrition Sciences and extensive teaching experience at both graduate and undergraduate levels, she is committed to building practical skills that foster autonomy, empathy, and lasting change.

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Dr. Maia has led MI trainings across healthcare, behavioral health, academic advising, and leadership contexts, and her published research and national presentations underscore her dedication to integrating MI into real-world practice to improve patient outcomes and team collaboration.