University of Rhode Island Change Assessment Scale – Psychotherapy Version [URICA-32]

Description

The University of Rhode Island Change Assessment Scale – Psychotherapy Version (URICA-32) is a psychometric instrument designed to assess an individual’s readiness and attitudes toward change within the psychotherapeutic process. It is based on the Stages of Change Model and consists of 32 statements.

Dimensions

The scale assesses four main stages:

  • Precontemplation
  • Contemplation
  • Preparation
  • Action

Purpose and Use

The URICA-32 is used to identify an individual’s predominant stage of change and may help therapists adapt interventions, recognize barriers to treatment engagement, and support progress toward behavioral or psychological change.

Data analysis may include Cronbach’s alpha, factor analysis, and statistical examination of associations with variables such as motivation for change, treatment engagement, and therapeutic outcomes.

References

McConnaughy, E. A., Prochaska, J. O., & Velicer, W. F. (1983). Stages of change in psychotherapy: Measurement and sample profiles. Psychotherapy: Theory, Research & Practice, 20(3), 368–375.

DiClemente, C. C., & Hughes, S. O. (1990). Stages of change profiles in outpatient alcoholism treatment. Journal of Substance Abuse, 2(2), 217–235.

Prochaska, J. O., & DiClemente, C. C. (1984). The transtheoretical approach: Crossing traditional boundaries of therapy. Krieger Publishing Company.