Solution Focused Brief Therapy

Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) is a present and future-focused, goal-directed therapeutic approach that focuses, as the name suggests, on solutions. Instead of leading with the problems that brought clients to therapy in the first place, SFBT focuses on what clients want to achieve without exploring the history of the issue. SFBT is founded on the belief that clients know what they need to do to improve their lives and the approach provides coaching and questioning to help clients find the best solutions. Solution Focused Brief Therapy is used in the treatment of a variety of issues, including addiction, relationship problems, behavioral problems, abuse and depression. Think this approach might be right for you? Reach out to one of TherapyDen’s Solution Focused Brief Therapy experts today.

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Ready to feel empowered, uplifted, and inspired after each session? SFBT is the future of talk therapy. It is a transformative approach that ignites hope, reinforces past successes, and helps you take confident steps toward your future. With SFBT, you'll feel more aligned with your strengths so that you can move forward with increased clarity & confidence. I am level 3 certified in SFBT. I was trained by Elliott Connie and Adam Froerer (leading experts in the field).

— Brittany Soltani, Occupational Therapist in Weaverville, NC

Having a hard time deciding if it's time to move mom into memory care? Let alone which one? I have so many resources, checklists, information, and strategies to help you. Stuck on trying to decide if you want resuscitation and need to complete your advanced directive before an upcoming surgery? Let's talk about the pros and cons. Therapy doesn't have to go on and on and on. Sometimes we can together identify exactly what you need and do that. You are always welcome to come back as needed.

— Tamara Statz, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in Saint Paul, MN
 

Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT) emphasizes identifying and building on a client’s strengths and resources to create positive change. Rather than focusing on past issues, SFT helps clients envision their desired future and develop practical steps to achieve it. This approach is goal-oriented and empowers clients to find solutions, leading to more immediate and lasting results.

— Janella Dobbs, Licensed Professional Counselor in Philadelphia, PA

I believe that it is important to work through identification of an issue and a solution that produces the quickest result in the safest way.

— Michelle Galloway, Clinical Social Worker in , FL
 

Having worked in a fast paced, higher education setting for 6 years, brief solution oriented interventions was the norm in supporting such a large student body. When you're in need of a solution, you might feel challenged, uncertain, and uncomfortable. What's the best choice? What's th right way? Talking your options through

— Leah Singer, Licensed Professional Counselor in Houston, TX

Using SFBT techniques I help client's navigate through life's transitions and struggles and help highlight areas in their life where something IS going right to help increase the opportunities for even more positive outcomes.

— Jessica Loftus, Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Port Jefferson Station, NY
 

Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) is based on a simple insight about making positive change. Easy mode: Do what you already know how to do to reach an outcome you have clearly defined. Hard mode: Learn new skills and expectations for a problem you don't understand. SFBT chooses therapy easy mode because life is hard enough. We visualize concrete positive outcomes you want, mine past successes for clues, identify the most plausible and actionable solutions, and apply what we learn. Repeat.

— Jon Rodis, Licensed Professional Counselor in Gold Canyon, AZ
 

Professor Bisher is an addiction specialist helping men quickly overcome compulsive sexual behavior (porn and sex addiction). He brings an empathic & empowering approach with a focus on achieving sustainable sobriety quickly.

— Blair Bisher, Addictions Counselor in Needham, MA

Solution focused therapy are techniques to find the exception to the rule. I lean on the strength Of you to identify how you’ve solved problems or struggles in the past. I call upon your resilience to better understand the ways you cope.

— Kieran Mcmonagle, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in Seattle, WA
 

When we feel boxed in and we don't know where to turn, finding someone to talk to, focusing on a solution to the problem(s) at hand can be the best course of action. If you want someone on your side who has years of experience helping clients with different types of problems, reach out to me to see how we can work together.

— Dr. David Shoup, Psychologist in Pacifica, CA

I believe that Solution Focused Brief Therapy helps clients rely on their strengths on how to move forward, and strays away from highlighting their past and what they are not able to achieve. This approach emphasizes that clients are experts of their own lives and that they do have what it takes to make the changes they desire.

— Margaret Shouse, Licensed Professional Counselor in Northbrook, IL
 

Solution Focused Therapy is an evidence-based, goal-oriented therapy approach that focuses on now and the future, capitalizing on your existing strengths and resiliencies to build a more effective life and future.

— Bill Thibodeau, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in Omaha, NE

I help clients see how their strengths can be applied to make changes in their lives. We'll explore not only what has worked well in the past, but what may have worked well at one time but is no longer serving you, and work toward a ulfilling future.

— Christa Cummins, Licensed Professional Counselor in Portland, OR
 

Solution Focused Therapy emphasizes your strengths and resources as well as specific goals for therapy. We will work collaboratively to develop your strengths and sources of joy, utilize your strengths, and call on your sources of support to achieve your specific goals.

— Carly Friedman, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate in San Antonio, TX

Short term therapy of 6-8 sessions to get to the heart of the problem and move forward in your life.

— Lisa Taylor-Austin, Licensed Professional Counselor in Milford, CT