Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) Therapists in Millersville, MD

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Amy J. N. Bosworth
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Millersville, MD 21108  (Online Only)
People find themselves considering therapy for a variety of reasons. Perhaps they find themselves struggling to find balance and acclimate to the many changes in our world today. They find it hard to sleep, stay focused or find motivation. All of a sudden completing tasks takes more effort. Others find it hard to build or maintain relationships with others. Expressing or regulating emotions can be more difficult. While we all have a host of coping strategies that we rely on to get us through life's challenging moments, during times of increased stress we sometimes find these strategies just don’t work as well as they did before.
People find themselves considering therapy for a variety of reasons. Perhaps they find themselves struggling to find balance and acclimate to the many changes in our world today. They find it hard to sleep, stay focused or find motivation. All of a sudden completing tasks takes more effort. Others find it hard to build or maintain relationships with others. Expressing or regulating emotions can be more difficult. While we all have a host of coping strategies that we rely on to get us through life's challenging moments, during times of increased stress we sometimes find these strategies just don’t work as well as they did before.
(410) 291-8210 View (410) 291-8210
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Kirsty Wheelton
Marriage & Family Therapist, LGMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Millersville, MD 21108
Accepting new clients! Kirsty is a Licensed Graduated Marriage and Family Therapist who offers a person-centered, individualized approach to treatment that combines Strategic Family Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, as well as Mindfulness. Kirsty has experience working with individuals from all walks of life. She completed her internship working with children and families using a variety of approaches and has spent the past several years working with individuals in the young adult population. Kirsty works with children, adults, couples and families.
Accepting new clients! Kirsty is a Licensed Graduated Marriage and Family Therapist who offers a person-centered, individualized approach to treatment that combines Strategic Family Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, as well as Mindfulness. Kirsty has experience working with individuals from all walks of life. She completed her internship working with children and families using a variety of approaches and has spent the past several years working with individuals in the young adult population. Kirsty works with children, adults, couples and families.
(443) 234-0750 View (443) 234-0750
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Jennifer Rhodes
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Millersville, MD 21108  (Online Only)
Often times we view our personal stories through a narrow lens, drafting a narration void of key factors that have shaped who we are, what we are, and who we desire to become. There are times when our peers, society, culture, family, relationships, or even our past continually write our present and future. I strive to return authorship to its proper owner and facilitate the creation of a new and preferred story. I use both solution-focused and narrative therapy to help individuals, couples, and families experience relief from their current obstacles and past experiences.
Often times we view our personal stories through a narrow lens, drafting a narration void of key factors that have shaped who we are, what we are, and who we desire to become. There are times when our peers, society, culture, family, relationships, or even our past continually write our present and future. I strive to return authorship to its proper owner and facilitate the creation of a new and preferred story. I use both solution-focused and narrative therapy to help individuals, couples, and families experience relief from their current obstacles and past experiences.
(301) 812-4992 View (301) 812-4992
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Elena Fairley
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Millersville, MD 21108  (Online Only)
Elena M. Fairley is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Mississippi and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the state of Maryland who has 25 years of experience partnering with adults, couples, and children seeking help with depression, anxiety, PTSD, life transitions, relationship issues, and children's issues. She completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Alabama (Tuscaloosa) and received her Master of Science in Family Counseling from Alabama A&M University.
Elena M. Fairley is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Mississippi and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the state of Maryland who has 25 years of experience partnering with adults, couples, and children seeking help with depression, anxiety, PTSD, life transitions, relationship issues, and children's issues. She completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Alabama (Tuscaloosa) and received her Master of Science in Family Counseling from Alabama A&M University.
(443) 331-9483 View (443) 331-9483
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Chris Hall
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Millersville, MD 21108
Waitlist for new clients
Life can be really hard, and sometimes we could use some help, someone who will listen without judging or telling us how we should feel or what we should do. We may or may not know what exactly we are dealing with, we just know that we want to feel better. Anxiety, depression and other mental health issues are very common, so if you are experiencing any of these you are not alone. It can be very difficult to reach out for help, so if you’re reading this you’ve already taken that first big step. I’m ready to join and support you as you start your path to feeling better.
Life can be really hard, and sometimes we could use some help, someone who will listen without judging or telling us how we should feel or what we should do. We may or may not know what exactly we are dealing with, we just know that we want to feel better. Anxiety, depression and other mental health issues are very common, so if you are experiencing any of these you are not alone. It can be very difficult to reach out for help, so if you’re reading this you’ve already taken that first big step. I’m ready to join and support you as you start your path to feeling better.
(443) 906-4153 View (443) 906-4153
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Lori Simmons
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT, DBT-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Millersville, MD 21108  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
If you are seeking therapy, you’ve already been working so hard! A unique approach with concrete, directive interventions may be just what you’ve been looking for! I conduct individual and couples sessions, offer extended couples sessions and an intensive weekend option to expedite progress. This work emphasizes connection, alignment with values, forgiveness, acceptance, compassion, and living peacefully in the moment with a healthy sense of self. I can often help people who have been unsuccessful with therapy in the past, have had a return of symptoms after repeated therapy, or are reluctant to engage in the therapeutic process.
If you are seeking therapy, you’ve already been working so hard! A unique approach with concrete, directive interventions may be just what you’ve been looking for! I conduct individual and couples sessions, offer extended couples sessions and an intensive weekend option to expedite progress. This work emphasizes connection, alignment with values, forgiveness, acceptance, compassion, and living peacefully in the moment with a healthy sense of self. I can often help people who have been unsuccessful with therapy in the past, have had a return of symptoms after repeated therapy, or are reluctant to engage in the therapeutic process.
(410) 680-3541 View (410) 680-3541
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MSB Counseling Services, LLC
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Millersville, MD 21108
Welcome. Are you ready to move into your new season of overall wellness within your personal and professional life? Are you tired of feeling stuck navigating alone through relationship conflicts, healthy boundaries, stress management and trauma? MSB Counseling Services specializes in working with college students, children, and adults who experience symptoms such as: anxiety, depression, grief, attention deficit hyperactivity, etc.. We utilize a compassionate, conversational and collaborative approach with treatment modalities, such as CBT and person-centered therapy, in order to assist with activating positive life changes.
Welcome. Are you ready to move into your new season of overall wellness within your personal and professional life? Are you tired of feeling stuck navigating alone through relationship conflicts, healthy boundaries, stress management and trauma? MSB Counseling Services specializes in working with college students, children, and adults who experience symptoms such as: anxiety, depression, grief, attention deficit hyperactivity, etc.. We utilize a compassionate, conversational and collaborative approach with treatment modalities, such as CBT and person-centered therapy, in order to assist with activating positive life changes.
(443) 494-8402 View (443) 494-8402
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Deborah Goodwin
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, LGADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Millersville, MD 21108  (Online Only)
If you are reading my profile, you have already taken a courageous step toward healing. I believe identifying a therapist for your adolescent, or yourself can be a time- consuming and daunting process. I have immediate openings for new clients. I help those struggling with co-occurring disorders; specifically, depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and grief. I have a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling with a specialization in addiction counseling. Each client is unique, so I use a varied approach.
If you are reading my profile, you have already taken a courageous step toward healing. I believe identifying a therapist for your adolescent, or yourself can be a time- consuming and daunting process. I have immediate openings for new clients. I help those struggling with co-occurring disorders; specifically, depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and grief. I have a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling with a specialization in addiction counseling. Each client is unique, so I use a varied approach.
(443) 494-2224 View (443) 494-2224
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Sarah Citrin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Millersville, MD 21108  (Online Only)
You deserve to live a life that is positive and fulfilling; a life that leaves you feeling excited to wake up each morning and embrace the day’s potential. Finding that “spark” in life can sometimes feel like a struggle. Perhaps you feel anxious and overwhelmed, or find yourself generally losing pleasure in things you once enjoyed. Many of us experience these feelings, but you don’t need to continue struggling alone. I believe that collaboration is key, and together we can address your personal experience, learn to navigate life’s challenges, and help you get back to living your best life.
You deserve to live a life that is positive and fulfilling; a life that leaves you feeling excited to wake up each morning and embrace the day’s potential. Finding that “spark” in life can sometimes feel like a struggle. Perhaps you feel anxious and overwhelmed, or find yourself generally losing pleasure in things you once enjoyed. Many of us experience these feelings, but you don’t need to continue struggling alone. I believe that collaboration is key, and together we can address your personal experience, learn to navigate life’s challenges, and help you get back to living your best life.
(410) 883-7427 View (410) 883-7427
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Jacquelyne Gordon
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Millersville, MD 21108
Are you feeling stressed, spread thin, trying to figure out how to manage? Wanting to increase feelings of calm, stability, self-worth and strength? I enjoy and strive to help clients reach their goals, decrease stress and heal. I have experience working with women, young adults, men and parents of children as they journey through life.
Are you feeling stressed, spread thin, trying to figure out how to manage? Wanting to increase feelings of calm, stability, self-worth and strength? I enjoy and strive to help clients reach their goals, decrease stress and heal. I have experience working with women, young adults, men and parents of children as they journey through life.
(410) 397-7185 View (410) 397-7185
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Bay Area Counseling & Consultation, LLC.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Millersville, MD 21108
Congratulations on taking steps toward a healthier and happier you! Life presents challenges, and we are here to support you through them. Bay Area Counseling & Consultation, LLC (BACC) is a trauma-informed mental health group practice, and it is our privilege to support you on this journey. Our mission is to meet each person where they are and offer empathetic and supportive treatment approaches. We believe that raising awareness of mental health is vital to overall well-being and happiness. Our clinicians use evidence-based practices to treat mental health symptoms and help individuals restore optimal functioning.
Congratulations on taking steps toward a healthier and happier you! Life presents challenges, and we are here to support you through them. Bay Area Counseling & Consultation, LLC (BACC) is a trauma-informed mental health group practice, and it is our privilege to support you on this journey. Our mission is to meet each person where they are and offer empathetic and supportive treatment approaches. We believe that raising awareness of mental health is vital to overall well-being and happiness. Our clinicians use evidence-based practices to treat mental health symptoms and help individuals restore optimal functioning.
(410) 421-7915 View (410) 421-7915
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Jolyce O'Neill
Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Millersville, MD 21108
Waitlist for new clients
Unhappy, dissatisfied, and needing help? I am here to assist you towards building a better life. My hope for you is to understand how your thoughts impact your behaviors, learn healthier ways to cope, and challenge negative patterns that are impacting your self-worth, relationships , and quality of mental health. My belief is that using a person-centered approach combined with evidenced based practices, promotes a clear understanding of ones needs, with the desired goal of providing a healthy and rounded outcome for each individual.
Unhappy, dissatisfied, and needing help? I am here to assist you towards building a better life. My hope for you is to understand how your thoughts impact your behaviors, learn healthier ways to cope, and challenge negative patterns that are impacting your self-worth, relationships , and quality of mental health. My belief is that using a person-centered approach combined with evidenced based practices, promotes a clear understanding of ones needs, with the desired goal of providing a healthy and rounded outcome for each individual.
(410) 803-3975 View (410) 803-3975
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Dr. Faith Adebule | Transit Christian Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Millersville, MD 21108
Therapy can be a difficult step for most people to take, but you took your first step! At Transit Christian Counseling, we exist to provide comprehensive faith-based and clinically supported counseling to individuals and families to help navigate transitions and increase resilience. We hope to provide a safe and nonjudgmental space for you to explore difficult transitions and openly communicate with your therapist about your thoughts and feelings. Our clients are looking for someone to listen and help them navigate difficult transitions in their lives. They desire growth and are looking to become better versions of themselves.
Therapy can be a difficult step for most people to take, but you took your first step! At Transit Christian Counseling, we exist to provide comprehensive faith-based and clinically supported counseling to individuals and families to help navigate transitions and increase resilience. We hope to provide a safe and nonjudgmental space for you to explore difficult transitions and openly communicate with your therapist about your thoughts and feelings. Our clients are looking for someone to listen and help them navigate difficult transitions in their lives. They desire growth and are looking to become better versions of themselves.
(240) 249-2471 View (240) 249-2471
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Amanda Newswanger
MEd, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Millersville, MD 21108  (Online Only)
(667) 226-9643 View (667) 226-9643
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Abisola Osifade
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Millersville, MD 21108  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Understanding how your story shapes the person you become is an integral part of growth and living the best life you envision for yourself. Are you struggling with the aftereffects of a traumatic experience, anxiety, depression or even day to day life challenges? Making the decision to seek the support of a therapist is an empowering choice, so I commend you for taking that step.
Understanding how your story shapes the person you become is an integral part of growth and living the best life you envision for yourself. Are you struggling with the aftereffects of a traumatic experience, anxiety, depression or even day to day life challenges? Making the decision to seek the support of a therapist is an empowering choice, so I commend you for taking that step.
(410) 401-0478 View (410) 401-0478

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Emily Coco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Pasadena, MD 21122
Do you want to increase self-awareness, reduce symptoms of anxiety/depression, improve communication & relationships within your family, process grief, find balance in your maternal role, and learn effective stress management techniques? Ultimately, do you want to regain control over your life and cultivate greater resilience and happiness? My primary goal is to provide my clients with coping strategies, build resilience, foster a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships, & create a more fulfilling life.
Do you want to increase self-awareness, reduce symptoms of anxiety/depression, improve communication & relationships within your family, process grief, find balance in your maternal role, and learn effective stress management techniques? Ultimately, do you want to regain control over your life and cultivate greater resilience and happiness? My primary goal is to provide my clients with coping strategies, build resilience, foster a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships, & create a more fulfilling life.
(667) 226-0443 View (667) 226-0443
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Deitra Fant
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LCPC-S, LPC-AS
Verified Verified
Pasadena, MD 21122
I am a highly experienced and dedicated Board-Certified Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 13 years of experience in the mental health field. Throughout my career, I've held various roles in employment, housing, ACT services, homeless services, case management, and leadership, showcasing my diverse skill set and commitment to helping others.
I am a highly experienced and dedicated Board-Certified Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 13 years of experience in the mental health field. Throughout my career, I've held various roles in employment, housing, ACT services, homeless services, case management, and leadership, showcasing my diverse skill set and commitment to helping others.
(667) 274-0904 View (667) 274-0904
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Madeline Janssen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Severna Park, MD 21146
I work with children, teenagers and adults who present with a variety of concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and interpersonal issues. My use of modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychoanalytic Theory, Solution Focused Therapy, and Art Therapy helps clients become more aware of their strengths, motives, and goals. My ideal client is motivated to better themselves to achieve relaxation and happiness. My role as a clinician is to further understand human behavior to help others deepen their own personal insight.
I work with children, teenagers and adults who present with a variety of concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and interpersonal issues. My use of modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychoanalytic Theory, Solution Focused Therapy, and Art Therapy helps clients become more aware of their strengths, motives, and goals. My ideal client is motivated to better themselves to achieve relaxation and happiness. My role as a clinician is to further understand human behavior to help others deepen their own personal insight.
(410) 983-6361 View (410) 983-6361
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Sophie Hans
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Pasadena, MD 21122
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 concerne 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 concerne 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.
(667) 220-7359 View (667) 220-7359
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Gregory Wright Jr
Counselor, LCPC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
I am a licensed therapist approved by the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists to practice in the state of Maryland. I have many years of experience working with a multicultural and humanistic perspective in holistic wellness. I provide a client-centered approach while utilizing a Humanistic Perspective, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and multiple modalities to treat multiple mental and behavioral health needs to different ethnic groups, sexual orientations, and genders.
I am a licensed therapist approved by the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists to practice in the state of Maryland. I have many years of experience working with a multicultural and humanistic perspective in holistic wellness. I provide a client-centered approach while utilizing a Humanistic Perspective, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and multiple modalities to treat multiple mental and behavioral health needs to different ethnic groups, sexual orientations, and genders.
(443) 457-9741 View (443) 457-9741

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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.