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Callie Jo Morton
Licensed Social Worker, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80207  (Online Only)
Hi, I am delighted to have you here! My name is Callie Jo or CJ. I am a queer, neurodivergent Licensed Social Worker supporting 5-24 year old individuals via teletherapy throughout the State of Colorado. I specialize in supporting individuals facing challenges related to executive functioning, identity, adjustment/transitions, self-esteem, relationships, depression, anxiety, emotional regulation, grief, stress, and trauma. My approach is a blend of integrating the mind and body with holistic healing and transparency to empower lasting positive change.
Hi, I am delighted to have you here! My name is Callie Jo or CJ. I am a queer, neurodivergent Licensed Social Worker supporting 5-24 year old individuals via teletherapy throughout the State of Colorado. I specialize in supporting individuals facing challenges related to executive functioning, identity, adjustment/transitions, self-esteem, relationships, depression, anxiety, emotional regulation, grief, stress, and trauma. My approach is a blend of integrating the mind and body with holistic healing and transparency to empower lasting positive change.
(720) 303-5503 View (720) 303-5503
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Dawn Richard
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, RP, ADDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80211  (Online Only)
I truly acknowledge the courage it takes to seek help, and as your therapist, I am dedicated to tailoring each session to your unique needs. You will find in me a supportive, respectful, and compassionate partner, ready to provide you with a safe space for self-expression. Together, we will collaboratively set goals and develop strategies to overcome obstacles and enhance every aspect of your life. I am dedicated to creating a confidential, secure, and judgment-free sanctuary where clients can openly and authentically address life's challenges, including stressors and traumatic events that have left a lasting impact.
I truly acknowledge the courage it takes to seek help, and as your therapist, I am dedicated to tailoring each session to your unique needs. You will find in me a supportive, respectful, and compassionate partner, ready to provide you with a safe space for self-expression. Together, we will collaboratively set goals and develop strategies to overcome obstacles and enhance every aspect of your life. I am dedicated to creating a confidential, secure, and judgment-free sanctuary where clients can openly and authentically address life's challenges, including stressors and traumatic events that have left a lasting impact.
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Candice Rodriguez
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80246
Candice Rodriguez is a Licensed Professional Counselor who is skilled in providing trauma-focused, solution focused and cognitive behavioral therapy. However, if you prefer traditional talk therapy, that is quite alright, she can do that too. She have over 11 years of experience working with children, adolescents and adults. Her areas of interest include but are not limited to anxiety, mood disorders, life transitions, child and adult ADHD, LGBTQ issues, physical and sexual abuse, and other traumas. She is trained in TF-CBT and EMDR.
Candice Rodriguez is a Licensed Professional Counselor who is skilled in providing trauma-focused, solution focused and cognitive behavioral therapy. However, if you prefer traditional talk therapy, that is quite alright, she can do that too. She have over 11 years of experience working with children, adolescents and adults. Her areas of interest include but are not limited to anxiety, mood disorders, life transitions, child and adult ADHD, LGBTQ issues, physical and sexual abuse, and other traumas. She is trained in TF-CBT and EMDR.
(720) 821-1983 View (720) 821-1983
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Suzanne Ramirez
Clinical Social Work Candidate, MSW, SWC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80212
I am working towards my clinical licensure in Colorado as a resident clinician with Centus Counseling. I am passionate about serving traditionally underserved individuals and communities of all ages, particularly within the LGBTQ+ community. I work with a trauma-informed lens that is person-centered, strengths-based, and solution-focused. I offer a nonjudgmental, safe space for collaboration together to help individuals find their authentic self. I recognize that the process towards self-empowerment is not easy, and that small steps can lead to large changes that help one move from survival mode to thriving.
I am working towards my clinical licensure in Colorado as a resident clinician with Centus Counseling. I am passionate about serving traditionally underserved individuals and communities of all ages, particularly within the LGBTQ+ community. I work with a trauma-informed lens that is person-centered, strengths-based, and solution-focused. I offer a nonjudgmental, safe space for collaboration together to help individuals find their authentic self. I recognize that the process towards self-empowerment is not easy, and that small steps can lead to large changes that help one move from survival mode to thriving.
(720) 724-9184 View (720) 724-9184
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VeeVee Nguyen
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, LPCC, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80211
I believe clients play an expert role in their life. My job is to listen and make observations that will help you gain perspective for a positive change in your life. I value the combined effort between client and counselor. Together we will explore how you see the world and construct a treatment plan based on your specific goals. My approaches to counseling include cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), person-centered and solution focused therapy. Counseling can be intimidating. I am here to be nonjudgmental, compassionate, and empathize
I believe clients play an expert role in their life. My job is to listen and make observations that will help you gain perspective for a positive change in your life. I value the combined effort between client and counselor. Together we will explore how you see the world and construct a treatment plan based on your specific goals. My approaches to counseling include cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), person-centered and solution focused therapy. Counseling can be intimidating. I am here to be nonjudgmental, compassionate, and empathize
(303) 493-9248 View (303) 493-9248
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Family First Counseling, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA-MFT, LMFT, PhD (C)
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80210
Our typical clients are children and adolescents who are struggling with a specific change, transition, trauma incident, loss, or other stressor that is causing behavioral and emotional concerns, like defiance, anxiety, depression, self-harm, which interferes with school, home-life, and other relationships. Clients have goals to decrease behavioral concerns at home and school, improve emotions, coping skills, communication skills, and school performance. A lot of parents want their children to listen, respect, and connect and communicate with them. We also work with individual adults, families and couples.
Our typical clients are children and adolescents who are struggling with a specific change, transition, trauma incident, loss, or other stressor that is causing behavioral and emotional concerns, like defiance, anxiety, depression, self-harm, which interferes with school, home-life, and other relationships. Clients have goals to decrease behavioral concerns at home and school, improve emotions, coping skills, communication skills, and school performance. A lot of parents want their children to listen, respect, and connect and communicate with them. We also work with individual adults, families and couples.
(720) 571-8162 View (720) 571-8162
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Jessica Kate Scherer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80220  (Online Only)
I approach every session from a behavioral, familial, relationship, and queer perspective, and I see everything through a systemic lens. Whether you are dealing with interpersonal issues or societal concerns, I am here to help you navigate through life’s challenges. I work with adults of all gender identities, socio-economic backgrounds, sexual orientations, and ethnicities.
I approach every session from a behavioral, familial, relationship, and queer perspective, and I see everything through a systemic lens. Whether you are dealing with interpersonal issues or societal concerns, I am here to help you navigate through life’s challenges. I work with adults of all gender identities, socio-economic backgrounds, sexual orientations, and ethnicities.
(720) 740-3529 View (720) 740-3529
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Jadeth Whittaker
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMFTC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80203
Hello! I’m honored you’re here. I’m a bilingual (Spanish/English) Couple and Family Therapist who is passionate about mental health and making a positive impact one client/family at a time. I see couples and individuals. Originally from Puerto Rico, Barcelona, and New York, I have acquired a seasoned and open-minded worldview that I bring to my therapeutic practice. My goal is to create a space in which you are 100% comfortable expressing your authentic self in order to support you in achieving your goals. I use a systemic solution-focused lens that empowers clients to accomplish goals through action. Let's Chat!
Hello! I’m honored you’re here. I’m a bilingual (Spanish/English) Couple and Family Therapist who is passionate about mental health and making a positive impact one client/family at a time. I see couples and individuals. Originally from Puerto Rico, Barcelona, and New York, I have acquired a seasoned and open-minded worldview that I bring to my therapeutic practice. My goal is to create a space in which you are 100% comfortable expressing your authentic self in order to support you in achieving your goals. I use a systemic solution-focused lens that empowers clients to accomplish goals through action. Let's Chat!
(720) 637-5394 View (720) 637-5394
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Robin Love
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80231  (Online Only)
I tailor counseling to each client’s specific needs, integrating person-centered, CBT, DBT, IFS, SFBT, existential, Gestalt, choice, and EMDR.
I specialize in adult neurodiversity (autism and ADHD), highly sensitive people (HSPs), and anyone who feels "different". My passion is supporting you on your journey of self-discovery. Are you going through a life, relationship, or career transition? Or are you struggling in any of these areas and don't know why? Do you struggle to live authentically? I can help! I will partner with you to choose your next steps, identify and clear barriers, and create connection while honoring your authentic self. I will meet you where you are and partner with you to heal and reach your personal goals.
I tailor counseling to each client’s specific needs, integrating person-centered, CBT, DBT, IFS, SFBT, existential, Gestalt, choice, and EMDR.
I specialize in adult neurodiversity (autism and ADHD), highly sensitive people (HSPs), and anyone who feels "different". My passion is supporting you on your journey of self-discovery. Are you going through a life, relationship, or career transition? Or are you struggling in any of these areas and don't know why? Do you struggle to live authentically? I can help! I will partner with you to choose your next steps, identify and clear barriers, and create connection while honoring your authentic self. I will meet you where you are and partner with you to heal and reach your personal goals.
(720) 740-6963 View (720) 740-6963
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Katherine E. Schomp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80210
I believe the clients I serve are whole individuals and approach my work with each of them as an active and collaborative partnership. My client list includes individuals and their partners and family's when needed, and groups. My passion is to improve the lives of my clients, offer them new insights, enable them to see things from different perspectives, empower them to make new choices, and create a life they feel is worth living.
I believe the clients I serve are whole individuals and approach my work with each of them as an active and collaborative partnership. My client list includes individuals and their partners and family's when needed, and groups. My passion is to improve the lives of my clients, offer them new insights, enable them to see things from different perspectives, empower them to make new choices, and create a life they feel is worth living.
(720) 893-8594 View (720) 893-8594
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Sarah Goldstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80211  (Online Only)
Sarah views therapy from a strengths based perspective, drawing upon Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Solution Focused Brief Therapy ( SFBT).
Book online at www.freeyourselfdenver.com. As a clinician, Sarah takes great effort to create a warm, nonjudgmental space to help clients feel seen and understood. She has experience working with youth, teens, and adults and brings compassion, genuineness, honest reflection, and humor to clients in session. Sarah is a client-focused clinician who strives to help her clients restore their sense of self, increase their self-esteem, build meaningful relationships with boundaries, and obtain the goals they set for themselves.
Sarah views therapy from a strengths based perspective, drawing upon Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Solution Focused Brief Therapy ( SFBT).
Book online at www.freeyourselfdenver.com. As a clinician, Sarah takes great effort to create a warm, nonjudgmental space to help clients feel seen and understood. She has experience working with youth, teens, and adults and brings compassion, genuineness, honest reflection, and humor to clients in session. Sarah is a client-focused clinician who strives to help her clients restore their sense of self, increase their self-esteem, build meaningful relationships with boundaries, and obtain the goals they set for themselves.
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Male Therapist @Adelante Familias/Forward Families
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80204
I use a systems perspective to assess couples and families and select interventions from Solution Focused Therapy & Structural and Strategic Family Therapy to help my clients reach relationship goals.
Having an impactful counseling experience is important to you. You're looking for someone who is understanding, knowledgeable, and experienced. For over 32 years, I have dedicated myself to honing my ability to provide you a counseling experience that is empowering and successful. I aim at collaboration and transparency in working with families, couples and individuals. To accomplish this, I ask clients for feedback at the end of each session, and I actively talk with those whom I serve about any changes they feel need to be made to improve their client experience.
I use a systems perspective to assess couples and families and select interventions from Solution Focused Therapy & Structural and Strategic Family Therapy to help my clients reach relationship goals.
Having an impactful counseling experience is important to you. You're looking for someone who is understanding, knowledgeable, and experienced. For over 32 years, I have dedicated myself to honing my ability to provide you a counseling experience that is empowering and successful. I aim at collaboration and transparency in working with families, couples and individuals. To accomplish this, I ask clients for feedback at the end of each session, and I actively talk with those whom I serve about any changes they feel need to be made to improve their client experience.
(303) 569-6298 View (303) 569-6298
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Evans Counseling Group
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80210
Empower Yourself and Relationships! Evans Counseling is a group private practice focused on providing quality care in the Denver Community. We are dedicated to providing care to a multiculturally diverse population. We strive toward maintaining fresh techniques and ideas, using directive styles of therapy and focus on the clients desired successful outcome. Our goal is to make therapy accessible.
Empower Yourself and Relationships! Evans Counseling is a group private practice focused on providing quality care in the Denver Community. We are dedicated to providing care to a multiculturally diverse population. We strive toward maintaining fresh techniques and ideas, using directive styles of therapy and focus on the clients desired successful outcome. Our goal is to make therapy accessible.
(720) 897-1949 View (720) 897-1949
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Alexis Saint
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80205
We all have the potential to be happy. Using a solution focused approach, my goal is to empower you to increase your emotional well-being and create a more vibrant life. Working together we will strive to increase your self-awareness and we explore strategies that can help you become more mindful in your thoughts and behaviors. I will guide you in coping with distress as we endeavor to increase your ability to regulate your emotional responses. Through this process we will aim to increase your ability to communicate assertively and master interpersonal problem solving skills.
We all have the potential to be happy. Using a solution focused approach, my goal is to empower you to increase your emotional well-being and create a more vibrant life. Working together we will strive to increase your self-awareness and we explore strategies that can help you become more mindful in your thoughts and behaviors. I will guide you in coping with distress as we endeavor to increase your ability to regulate your emotional responses. Through this process we will aim to increase your ability to communicate assertively and master interpersonal problem solving skills.
(833) 784-5159 View (833) 784-5159
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Dawn Crosswhite
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80205
I have been in practice for over 30 years. I specialize in working with adolescent females, and LGBTQIA-identified clients and their families who are often times involved in the juvenile justice system and child welfare. I also work with female and LGBTQIA military personnel and veterans. Working with these systems has afforded me the opportunity to build my skills so that I am very proficient in many areas, such as trauma and PTSD, adoption, permanency, military personnel, and addiction concerns. I work from a strength-based, solution-focused perspective and utilize cognitive behavioral therapy and experiential treatment models.
I have been in practice for over 30 years. I specialize in working with adolescent females, and LGBTQIA-identified clients and their families who are often times involved in the juvenile justice system and child welfare. I also work with female and LGBTQIA military personnel and veterans. Working with these systems has afforded me the opportunity to build my skills so that I am very proficient in many areas, such as trauma and PTSD, adoption, permanency, military personnel, and addiction concerns. I work from a strength-based, solution-focused perspective and utilize cognitive behavioral therapy and experiential treatment models.
(720) 897-3017 View (720) 897-3017
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Silver Linings Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80202  (Online Only)
Our team provides compassionate support using a broad range of approaches including: Mindfulness, EMDR, CBT, ACT, DBT Motivational Interviewing, Attachment, REBT, SFBT, Narrative, EFT, ERP, IFS, Somatic, and Sensorimotor.
Welcome to Silver Linings Counseling! We offer virtual therapeutic services to individuals across the life span. Our goal is to provide support, empathy, and guidance while utilizing a non-judgmental and client-centered approach to therapy. Our team has a diverse range of experience in Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Grief & Bereavement, Chronic Illness & Chronic Pain, Perinatal, Children & Family, Caregiving, Significant Life Changes & Transitions, LGBTQIA2S+, BIPOC, Eating Disorders, Substance Use, ADHD, and more.
Our team provides compassionate support using a broad range of approaches including: Mindfulness, EMDR, CBT, ACT, DBT Motivational Interviewing, Attachment, REBT, SFBT, Narrative, EFT, ERP, IFS, Somatic, and Sensorimotor.
Welcome to Silver Linings Counseling! We offer virtual therapeutic services to individuals across the life span. Our goal is to provide support, empathy, and guidance while utilizing a non-judgmental and client-centered approach to therapy. Our team has a diverse range of experience in Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Grief & Bereavement, Chronic Illness & Chronic Pain, Perinatal, Children & Family, Caregiving, Significant Life Changes & Transitions, LGBTQIA2S+, BIPOC, Eating Disorders, Substance Use, ADHD, and more.
(720) 707-3042 View (720) 707-3042
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Kayleen Reardon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80211
The therapeutic space is a place for you to share your life experiences/challenges and to guide you in navigating those challenges with my support. I will assist you with compassion, kindness, and openness. I believe in taking a collaborative approach with my clients that encourages them in discovering their authentic self, building self-worth, and feeling empowered. I utilize a variety of psychosocial interventions and modalities, including CBT, DBT, Compassion-focused therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy to best fit each individual’s needs.
The therapeutic space is a place for you to share your life experiences/challenges and to guide you in navigating those challenges with my support. I will assist you with compassion, kindness, and openness. I believe in taking a collaborative approach with my clients that encourages them in discovering their authentic self, building self-worth, and feeling empowered. I utilize a variety of psychosocial interventions and modalities, including CBT, DBT, Compassion-focused therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy to best fit each individual’s needs.
(720) 794-9865 View (720) 794-9865
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Michelle Lockwood
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80211  (Online Only)
I am a compassionate, caring, and dedicated clinical mental health therapist who strives to meet clients where they are. Using a balanced approach and a variety of modalities and techniques, I work with clients experiencing life’s challenges in an effort to regain focus, heal the past, and make room for a successful tomorrow.
I am a compassionate, caring, and dedicated clinical mental health therapist who strives to meet clients where they are. Using a balanced approach and a variety of modalities and techniques, I work with clients experiencing life’s challenges in an effort to regain focus, heal the past, and make room for a successful tomorrow.
(720) 613-9202 View (720) 613-9202
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Billie Jo McIntire
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC, CHTT, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80216  (Online Only)
SFBT, MI, EMDRIA/Basic EMDR, Certified in the Treatment of Human Trafficking survivors, Sex Therapy, Marriage and Family Therapy, Couples and Trauma and Abuse Therapy.
Telehealth available! Are you seeking answers to your life and ready to get to work in therapy? Do you feel as if you are very alone in your thoughts and life? Maybe you have been so abused and abandoned that you think you deserve it. Maybe your isolation or emotions have even helped you stay safe! Believe me, there is more about your life to discover and I am here for you to work on this together! I have been unanimously approved of as Adjunct Faculty at the Colorado School for Family Therapy. "She is a consummate professional and expert in this field and brings her passion and life long dedications to all involved".
SFBT, MI, EMDRIA/Basic EMDR, Certified in the Treatment of Human Trafficking survivors, Sex Therapy, Marriage and Family Therapy, Couples and Trauma and Abuse Therapy.
Telehealth available! Are you seeking answers to your life and ready to get to work in therapy? Do you feel as if you are very alone in your thoughts and life? Maybe you have been so abused and abandoned that you think you deserve it. Maybe your isolation or emotions have even helped you stay safe! Believe me, there is more about your life to discover and I am here for you to work on this together! I have been unanimously approved of as Adjunct Faculty at the Colorado School for Family Therapy. "She is a consummate professional and expert in this field and brings her passion and life long dedications to all involved".
(720) 519-2349 View (720) 519-2349
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Ser Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80205  (Online Only)
I use solution focused, narrative and trauma informed approaches to support clients with issues including: trauma/sexual violence, immigration/acculturation stress, coming out and living authentically as LGBTQIA2S+, depression, anxiety, and OCD, grief (including pregnancy loss), structural racism/classism/sexism/homophobia/transphobia, family/relationships.
Hi there! I’m Ser. I’m a trans/non-binary, bilingual (English and Spanish) therapist with a deep understanding of how our communities are affected by trauma, grief, and inequity, but who also believes healing and liberation are possible.
I use solution focused, narrative and trauma informed approaches to support clients with issues including: trauma/sexual violence, immigration/acculturation stress, coming out and living authentically as LGBTQIA2S+, depression, anxiety, and OCD, grief (including pregnancy loss), structural racism/classism/sexism/homophobia/transphobia, family/relationships.
Hi there! I’m Ser. I’m a trans/non-binary, bilingual (English and Spanish) therapist with a deep understanding of how our communities are affected by trauma, grief, and inequity, but who also believes healing and liberation are possible.
(720) 741-6143 View (720) 741-6143
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Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) Therapists

How does solution-focused therapy work?

The treatment works by helping a client notice which behaviors and thoughts have positive results on their lives and building a plan around how to maximise these strengths. Practitioners of solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT) believe that individuals already have the experience, wisdom, and resilience to create change in their lives, but may need a guide to help them realise which changes to make and how to make them.

Is solution-focused brief therapy evidence-based?

Yes. Solution-focused brief therapy has been extensively studied, and researchers find strong evidence that it’s an effective treatment for many behavioral and psychological concerns. This may be due to the uplifting nature and practicality of the treatment, which allows patients to employ strategies to reach their goals that are incremental and achievable.

How long does solution-focused brief therapy last?

Solution-focused brief therapy, as the name implies, is brief. The timeline may vary from person to person, given the challenges they face and their situation in life, but treatment is typically complete within four to eight sessions. This therapy type is a pragmatic one: it’s concerned more with “how” problems can be addressed and improved than getting to the root of “why” they exist in the first place.

Is solution-focused brief therapy a type of cognitive behavioral therapy?

Solution-focused brief therapy is related to cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)in that both are pragmatic approaches that deal less with gaining a full understanding of the cause of a mental health problem and more with creating plans for how to cope with these problems and improve an individual’s day-to-day life. They are distinct, however, in that SFBT emphasises building on strengths and resources, while CBT focuses on changing negative thoughts and behaviors.