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This article reviews research which supports the use of Motivational Interviewing (MI) as an evidence-based practice (EBP) within vocational rehabilitation (VR). A large body of data indicates that motivation is an important element in returning to work, and initial studies using MI in the employment field are encouraging. Vocational rehabilitation counseling shares foundational principles with MI, suggesting that MI may fit well within the VR context. This article contains application suggestions for both VR administrators and counselors. An illustration of how MI could be used in the VR field is provided, and unique challenges for the application of MI within the VR context are discussed.