Linda Hedenbland

Linda has spent her adult life working directly and indirectly in service of people with disabilities.

Her job titles have included: Therapist, Outreach Specialist, Case Manager, Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor, Teacher, Program Manager and Consultant.

For the past 16 years, she has been teaching and developing a variety of continuing education courses for Vocational Rehabilitation professionals.

Linda has gained a national reputation for presenting topical issues, while infusing humor and vitality into her training style.

While researching training materials in 2010, Linda encountered Motivational Interviewing and it has since become a passion. Linda has used Motivational Interviewing in her work and has adopted the Spirit of MI into her personal life as well. In 2013, Linda became an official member of MINT (Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers.)

Linda has written and produced several accessible online training courses which have reached tens of thousands of professionals. Understanding the importance of accessibility has led Linda to be the co-owner of VRDG, an accessible web-based learning platform. If your agency is looking for an accessible platform, or assistance with online training, please contact Linda directly for more info.

Linda is the Founder of the VR Development Group.