Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) Therapists in Boyds, MD
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Many people find that the process of finding a therapist and enjoying the therapeutic process is tedious and even scary. At Ten Ten Counseling, we make the process simple and easy so that you can get the help you need at a place you want to go. We provide therapy on a gorgeous 100 acre horse farm so that you and your loved ones will be sure to improve your relationships while enjoying great views and privacy. You or your loved one will connect with their therapist on a more comfortable and engaging level than other busy offices can provide.
Many people find that the process of finding a therapist and enjoying the therapeutic process is tedious and even scary. At Ten Ten Counseling, we make the process simple and easy so that you can get the help you need at a place you want to go. We provide therapy on a gorgeous 100 acre horse farm so that you and your loved ones will be sure to improve your relationships while enjoying great views and privacy. You or your loved one will connect with their therapist on a more comfortable and engaging level than other busy offices can provide.
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You're not sure when it happened, but you don't recognize the child sitting in front of you or the person looking back at you in the mirror. You want to feel happier, healthier, and more confident, but nothing seems to work. You feel stuck in the past, experiencing difficulties with enjoying the present, making the future feel hopeless. You feel so overwhelmed that you can't stop worrying and focus on work/school. You wish you could find the right words to let others know how you're feeling and the struggles you're facing. You just want to feel empowered to ask for help when you need it, hoping you don't have to do this alone.
You're not sure when it happened, but you don't recognize the child sitting in front of you or the person looking back at you in the mirror. You want to feel happier, healthier, and more confident, but nothing seems to work. You feel stuck in the past, experiencing difficulties with enjoying the present, making the future feel hopeless. You feel so overwhelmed that you can't stop worrying and focus on work/school. You wish you could find the right words to let others know how you're feeling and the struggles you're facing. You just want to feel empowered to ask for help when you need it, hoping you don't have to do this alone.
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Let's focus on your strengths to create the life you want to be living! No matter what ails you: anxiety, depression, grief, trauma... even simpler things, such as relationships, work stress, or finding a more meaningful life... I can provide education, emotional skills, coping strategies, and a compassionate ear. As a CBT and ACT therapist, I use therapy and skill building, looking at the interplay between our beliefs and ideas, our experiences and environment, and our values and choices in life. I also address biopsychological concerns such as sleep, neuropsychological functioning, breathing, and fight or flight responses.
Let's focus on your strengths to create the life you want to be living! No matter what ails you: anxiety, depression, grief, trauma... even simpler things, such as relationships, work stress, or finding a more meaningful life... I can provide education, emotional skills, coping strategies, and a compassionate ear. As a CBT and ACT therapist, I use therapy and skill building, looking at the interplay between our beliefs and ideas, our experiences and environment, and our values and choices in life. I also address biopsychological concerns such as sleep, neuropsychological functioning, breathing, and fight or flight responses.
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I use CBT, DBT, and Solution Focused work, using mindfulness, breathing techniques, visualization, and goal setting to help clients reach their short and long-term goals.
My ideal client is someone who comes to therapy in a time of need. They might be experiencing anxiety due to life changes and transitions or they might be experiencing symptoms of anxiety for the first time and be concerned as to where the anxiety came from. The client might be processing loss or grief from a loved one or past friendships and or relationships. My ideal client will have needs such as needing to identify coping skills to get through life stressors, assistance with reaching goals. As a therapist I would be able to provide the client with a objective perspective to bounce their ideas and situations off of.
I use CBT, DBT, and Solution Focused work, using mindfulness, breathing techniques, visualization, and goal setting to help clients reach their short and long-term goals.
My ideal client is someone who comes to therapy in a time of need. They might be experiencing anxiety due to life changes and transitions or they might be experiencing symptoms of anxiety for the first time and be concerned as to where the anxiety came from. The client might be processing loss or grief from a loved one or past friendships and or relationships. My ideal client will have needs such as needing to identify coping skills to get through life stressors, assistance with reaching goals. As a therapist I would be able to provide the client with a objective perspective to bounce their ideas and situations off of.
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Adrian Stanley
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Darnestown, MD 20878 (Online Only)
Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in the state of Maryland with a Masters in Professional Counseling. I work with children and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, as well as psychotic & mood disorders. I also work with couples for premarital, relationship & life transition issues and divorce counseling.
Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in the state of Maryland with a Masters in Professional Counseling. I work with children and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, as well as psychotic & mood disorders. I also work with couples for premarital, relationship & life transition issues and divorce counseling.
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A combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Adlerian Therapy, Reality Therapy and Play Therapy are used to best meet the needs of my clients.
Are you a child, adolescent, college student, or adult struggling with Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, OCD, or PANDAS/PANS? If so, you have found the right therapist. I work with children, teens, and adults on issues that impact their everyday life. With a focus on problem-solving, coping skills, and social skills, clients discover how to work through their symptoms and best manage their challenges. My treatment uses a "foundation approach" which involves finding the core issues behind a problem.
A combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Adlerian Therapy, Reality Therapy and Play Therapy are used to best meet the needs of my clients.
Are you a child, adolescent, college student, or adult struggling with Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, OCD, or PANDAS/PANS? If so, you have found the right therapist. I work with children, teens, and adults on issues that impact their everyday life. With a focus on problem-solving, coping skills, and social skills, clients discover how to work through their symptoms and best manage their challenges. My treatment uses a "foundation approach" which involves finding the core issues behind a problem.
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Natalie Osoria
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
***CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** Natalie Osoria, LCSW-C, is a Licensed Clinical Social worker passionate about empowering her clients to overcome life’s challenges and achieve the goals they envision for themselves. Natalie has extensive experience working with clients from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds from various treatment settings, including inpatient residential and outpatient mental healthcare. She works with adults and adolescents (ages 14 and up) and specializes in issues such as anxiety, depression, addictions, substance use, relationship issues, and life transitions.
***CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** Natalie Osoria, LCSW-C, is a Licensed Clinical Social worker passionate about empowering her clients to overcome life’s challenges and achieve the goals they envision for themselves. Natalie has extensive experience working with clients from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds from various treatment settings, including inpatient residential and outpatient mental healthcare. She works with adults and adolescents (ages 14 and up) and specializes in issues such as anxiety, depression, addictions, substance use, relationship issues, and life transitions.
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Geraldine E McBrinn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
North Potomac, MD 20878
I mainly use a cognitive behavioral approach and integrate family system and solution focused therapy when appropriate.
TELETHERAPY AVAILABLE. The idea of therapy can be overwhelming for anyone that hasn't sought it before or for someone who desires to restart therapy. My job as a licensed clinical social worker is not only to support you with whatever issue is taking place, but also to make you feel comfortable and safe to communicate what is usually very personal.
I mainly use a cognitive behavioral approach and integrate family system and solution focused therapy when appropriate.
TELETHERAPY AVAILABLE. The idea of therapy can be overwhelming for anyone that hasn't sought it before or for someone who desires to restart therapy. My job as a licensed clinical social worker is not only to support you with whatever issue is taking place, but also to make you feel comfortable and safe to communicate what is usually very personal.
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My clients seek assistance when they need to change something that's not working for them, to develop self-awareness, or to better understand their own potential. If you are sad or anxious, we will find ways to overcome those difficulties. If you want your future to look different, we will see where changes need to be made today. If something in your past keeps you from being successful now, then we will focus on resolving issues from your past.
My clients seek assistance when they need to change something that's not working for them, to develop self-awareness, or to better understand their own potential. If you are sad or anxious, we will find ways to overcome those difficulties. If you want your future to look different, we will see where changes need to be made today. If something in your past keeps you from being successful now, then we will focus on resolving issues from your past.
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Hi! My name is Tiffon and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over a decade of work experience in the mental health and human services field. I provide individual counseling for those seeking to navigate issues associated with trauma, emotional and behavioral health disorders.
Hi! My name is Tiffon and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over a decade of work experience in the mental health and human services field. I provide individual counseling for those seeking to navigate issues associated with trauma, emotional and behavioral health disorders.
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Jacqueline Glaros-Rejuvenate You Counseling, LLC
Counselor, MSEd, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
Clarksburg, MD 20871
I have a passion for helping others heal naturally with a focus on you as a Whole Person-Mind, Body, Spiritual Holistic approach. I have been in the field for 21 years now working with children, adolescents, adults. I treat those 18 years old over. I am also licensed in the state of MD and can provide telehealth mainly. I am in MD Optum/UHC, CareFirst Blue Cross/Blue Shield and Medicaid insurances. I integrate traditional talk therapy interventions and can use Expressive Arts in sessions. I am also a Certified Facilitator for Dancing Mindfulness, a therapeutic Creative Movement/Meditation practice to assist with somatic awareness.
I have a passion for helping others heal naturally with a focus on you as a Whole Person-Mind, Body, Spiritual Holistic approach. I have been in the field for 21 years now working with children, adolescents, adults. I treat those 18 years old over. I am also licensed in the state of MD and can provide telehealth mainly. I am in MD Optum/UHC, CareFirst Blue Cross/Blue Shield and Medicaid insurances. I integrate traditional talk therapy interventions and can use Expressive Arts in sessions. I am also a Certified Facilitator for Dancing Mindfulness, a therapeutic Creative Movement/Meditation practice to assist with somatic awareness.
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Hearts In Mind Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20877 (Online Only)
Mr. Williams is a seasoned Licensed Clinical Social Worker and psychotherapist who utilizes Solution-Focused Therapy, Insight Oriented Psychotherapy, Emotional Focused Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a catalyst for change with his clients. His typical clients struggle with depression, anxiety, love addiction, anger management, attachment issues, divorce/separation, and blended family dynamics. He is able to see individuals, couples and families. He specializes in working with the adolescent to adult male population. Helping them navigate and understand their purpose in life while providing relatable life experiences to their circumstances.
Mr. Williams is a seasoned Licensed Clinical Social Worker and psychotherapist who utilizes Solution-Focused Therapy, Insight Oriented Psychotherapy, Emotional Focused Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a catalyst for change with his clients. His typical clients struggle with depression, anxiety, love addiction, anger management, attachment issues, divorce/separation, and blended family dynamics. He is able to see individuals, couples and families. He specializes in working with the adolescent to adult male population. Helping them navigate and understand their purpose in life while providing relatable life experiences to their circumstances.
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Rachel Sayer
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, LPC, PCIT-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20878 (Online Only)
I regularly use the following therapeutic interventions: MI, CBT, SFBT and PCIT.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, certified PCIT therapist, and certified within agency trainer for PCIT, with experience in both short and longer-term therapeutic models of psychotherapy. This includes working to treat anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, trauma, relational difficulties, parent-child attachment challenges, challenges with self-esteem, and supporting individual identity exploration. I believe therapy is a collaborative process to work on each individuals unique needs and goals. I am here to provide guidance and a space to explore your strengths and navigate your therapeutic needs.
I regularly use the following therapeutic interventions: MI, CBT, SFBT and PCIT.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, certified PCIT therapist, and certified within agency trainer for PCIT, with experience in both short and longer-term therapeutic models of psychotherapy. This includes working to treat anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, trauma, relational difficulties, parent-child attachment challenges, challenges with self-esteem, and supporting individual identity exploration. I believe therapy is a collaborative process to work on each individuals unique needs and goals. I am here to provide guidance and a space to explore your strengths and navigate your therapeutic needs.
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Josline Dibonge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Germantown, MD 20874 (Online Only)
I am currently accepting clients seeking solution focused therapy, interpersonal therapy and/or relationship therapy.
The Living Well Center aims to provide culturally informed holistic behavioral healthcare through a compassionate and person-centered approach. We provide therapeutic services to adults, adolescents and couples through the convenience of a telehealth platform. Additionally, we also provide clinical supervision for mental health professionals seeking advanced licensure.
I am currently accepting clients seeking solution focused therapy, interpersonal therapy and/or relationship therapy.
The Living Well Center aims to provide culturally informed holistic behavioral healthcare through a compassionate and person-centered approach. We provide therapeutic services to adults, adolescents and couples through the convenience of a telehealth platform. Additionally, we also provide clinical supervision for mental health professionals seeking advanced licensure.
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Andy Ferguson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Germantown, MD 20875 (Online Only)
Using the latest research in developmental psychology and solution focused counseling, we offer a partnership with insights, motivation and a roadmap forward.
Are you overwhelmed with school, work, or major life decisions? Does it feel like you don’t have the focus or confidence to follow through with your goals? Are you struggling to build relationships and feel anxious or withdrawn in social situations? Parents, do you feel like you’re spinning your wheels to motivate and prepare your child for adulthood and it's falling on deaf ears? Do you long for a relationship where you can be a guide instead of a nag?
Using the latest research in developmental psychology and solution focused counseling, we offer a partnership with insights, motivation and a roadmap forward.
Are you overwhelmed with school, work, or major life decisions? Does it feel like you don’t have the focus or confidence to follow through with your goals? Are you struggling to build relationships and feel anxious or withdrawn in social situations? Parents, do you feel like you’re spinning your wheels to motivate and prepare your child for adulthood and it's falling on deaf ears? Do you long for a relationship where you can be a guide instead of a nag?
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Linda L. Bloch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW-C, RN
Verified Verified
North Potomac, MD 20878
I utilize an integrative approach, blending cognitive/behavioral, psychodynamic, solution focused and family systems to help clients identify their own strengths and internal resources.
TELETHERAPY AVAILABLE. As both a Clinical Social Worker and Registered Nurse, I have a broad perspective on mental health issues and treatment options. I have over 25 years of experience helping adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
I utilize an integrative approach, blending cognitive/behavioral, psychodynamic, solution focused and family systems to help clients identify their own strengths and internal resources.
TELETHERAPY AVAILABLE. As both a Clinical Social Worker and Registered Nurse, I have a broad perspective on mental health issues and treatment options. I have over 25 years of experience helping adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
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Yasaman Alavi
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
North Potomac, MD 20878
I use a wide variety of therapeutic modalities, including Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Positive Psychology.
TELETHERAPY AVAILABLE, We might face life circumstances that seem impossible to cope with. Trusting that you can bounce back and move on can be quite a challenge during such times, but is for sure possible. I have had the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients who have dared to hope, to seek help, and take charge of their life to create a better future. I have worked with individuals of different ages (adolescents, adults and seniors) with diverse backgrounds and life experiences.
I use a wide variety of therapeutic modalities, including Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Positive Psychology.
TELETHERAPY AVAILABLE, We might face life circumstances that seem impossible to cope with. Trusting that you can bounce back and move on can be quite a challenge during such times, but is for sure possible. I have had the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients who have dared to hope, to seek help, and take charge of their life to create a better future. I have worked with individuals of different ages (adolescents, adults and seniors) with diverse backgrounds and life experiences.
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As a client of mine, I offer a confidential and non-judgmental environment where you can freely express your thoughts, feelings, and concerns. I provide a space solely dedicated to you, where you can explore your emotions without fear of being misunderstood or criticized. My practice is rooted in the latest research and evidence-based interventions. Whether it is cognitive-behavioral techniques, mindfulness exercises, or solution-focused therapy, I will employ effective tools to help you navigate challenges, develop coping skills, and foster resilience. Together, we will work towards tangible and sustainable progress!
As a client of mine, I offer a confidential and non-judgmental environment where you can freely express your thoughts, feelings, and concerns. I provide a space solely dedicated to you, where you can explore your emotions without fear of being misunderstood or criticized. My practice is rooted in the latest research and evidence-based interventions. Whether it is cognitive-behavioral techniques, mindfulness exercises, or solution-focused therapy, I will employ effective tools to help you navigate challenges, develop coping skills, and foster resilience. Together, we will work towards tangible and sustainable progress!
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Heather Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Darnestown, MD 20878 (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Heather Williams. I'm a Clinical Social Worker with over thirty years' experience helping individuals, couples, and families navigate difficult situations. My approach is solution focused. Clients often feel better after the first session. I often give simple behavioral homework based on our discussions, so that you can experiment with changes that will help you move forward. My focus is on your strengths, and on finding the solution to your problems, rather than on focusing on the past. As a cognitive-behavioral therapist, I also help you understand the connection between your feelings and thoughts.
Hello! My name is Heather Williams. I'm a Clinical Social Worker with over thirty years' experience helping individuals, couples, and families navigate difficult situations. My approach is solution focused. Clients often feel better after the first session. I often give simple behavioral homework based on our discussions, so that you can experiment with changes that will help you move forward. My focus is on your strengths, and on finding the solution to your problems, rather than on focusing on the past. As a cognitive-behavioral therapist, I also help you understand the connection between your feelings and thoughts.
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I provide affirmative, directive, solution focused, relational, insight-oriented therapy to services to adult and older adolescent populations and incorporate clients' faith/religion/spiritual beliefs.
Individuals looking to manage or eliminate depression, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, low self-esteem, health challenges, career stress, relationship issues, grief and loss, identity/immigrant experiences and transitions work with me to identify and implement strategies. Through identifying, understanding and evaluating emotional states, thinking and behavior patterns we eliminate and replace unproductive habits with more adaptive patterns toward an increased sense of well-being and ability to thrive and function satisfactorily.
I provide affirmative, directive, solution focused, relational, insight-oriented therapy to services to adult and older adolescent populations and incorporate clients' faith/religion/spiritual beliefs.
Individuals looking to manage or eliminate depression, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, low self-esteem, health challenges, career stress, relationship issues, grief and loss, identity/immigrant experiences and transitions work with me to identify and implement strategies. Through identifying, understanding and evaluating emotional states, thinking and behavior patterns we eliminate and replace unproductive habits with more adaptive patterns toward an increased sense of well-being and ability to thrive and function satisfactorily.
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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.