Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) Therapists in Parkville, MD
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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.
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Robin Mayfield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Parkville, MD 21234 (Online Only)
In my work, I utilize a variety of evidence-based therapies, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, solution focused therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and will incorporate art into my therapy.
Feeling stuck, confused, unsure where to turn? Maybe you've begun acknowledging the need for change, or maybe you are exhausted by life's impossible expectations. But here's the truth: You are enough, even when it whispers like a doubt. I'm here to be your guide on this incredible journey of self-discovery. We'll untangle the knots, silence the critic, and learn to navigate life's storms with newfound confidence. Ready to ditch the "just getting by" and start thriving? Let's do this!
In my work, I utilize a variety of evidence-based therapies, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, solution focused therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and will incorporate art into my therapy.
Feeling stuck, confused, unsure where to turn? Maybe you've begun acknowledging the need for change, or maybe you are exhausted by life's impossible expectations. But here's the truth: You are enough, even when it whispers like a doubt. I'm here to be your guide on this incredible journey of self-discovery. We'll untangle the knots, silence the critic, and learn to navigate life's storms with newfound confidence. Ready to ditch the "just getting by" and start thriving? Let's do this!
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Neatrice Page
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Parkville, MD 21234 (Online Only)
I use a variety of evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Strength-Based Therapy.
Are you feeling down, hopeless, anxious or struggling with low self-esteem? Are you a parent struggling with your child's behavior? If so, then I'm the therapist for you. As a daughter, wife and mother I've had to travel through some of these same obstacles in life. And guess what? You don't have to do it alone.
I use a variety of evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Strength-Based Therapy.
Are you feeling down, hopeless, anxious or struggling with low self-esteem? Are you a parent struggling with your child's behavior? If so, then I'm the therapist for you. As a daughter, wife and mother I've had to travel through some of these same obstacles in life. And guess what? You don't have to do it alone.
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Beth Benavides
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Parkville, MD 21234 (Online Only)
My goal is to provide empathetic, candid, and practical support to you via an eclectic approach including person centered, solution focused, cognitive behavioral therapies.
Feeling overwhelmed? Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or stress, we will work together to make meaningful change and reach your goals. A favorite quote of mine is: "At any given moment, we have two options: to step forward into growth or to step back into safety. " - Maslow. Therapy is a collaborative process - you have already made one of the most difficult steps by beginning your search.
My goal is to provide empathetic, candid, and practical support to you via an eclectic approach including person centered, solution focused, cognitive behavioral therapies.
Feeling overwhelmed? Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or stress, we will work together to make meaningful change and reach your goals. A favorite quote of mine is: "At any given moment, we have two options: to step forward into growth or to step back into safety. " - Maslow. Therapy is a collaborative process - you have already made one of the most difficult steps by beginning your search.
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Paulette Baldwin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Parkville, MD 21234 (Online Only)
My approach is rooted in tailored, evidence-based interventions that draw upon my expertise in therapy modalities, including the Gottman Method of Couples Therapy, Solution Focused, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges? Struggling with anxiety, depression or relationship issues? You are not alone. I'm here to provide support with a friendly, empathetic, and professional approach. With 25 years of experience as a therapist and licensed clinical social worker, I specialize in creating a safe and judgment-free space for individuals and couples seeking a deeper understanding of themselves and their partners.
My approach is rooted in tailored, evidence-based interventions that draw upon my expertise in therapy modalities, including the Gottman Method of Couples Therapy, Solution Focused, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges? Struggling with anxiety, depression or relationship issues? You are not alone. I'm here to provide support with a friendly, empathetic, and professional approach. With 25 years of experience as a therapist and licensed clinical social worker, I specialize in creating a safe and judgment-free space for individuals and couples seeking a deeper understanding of themselves and their partners.
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Developing Wellness Solutions, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Parkville, MD 21234 (Online Only)
We specialize in short term and long term support, life coaching, short term solution focused treatment, managing mood disorders (depression, Bipolar disorder), anxiety disorders, behavioral disorders, helping to manage family, relationship, work, life stressors.
Developing Wellness Solutions is a mental health practice serving adults, adolescents, families, and couples. We provide short term and long term support to individuals struggling to manage life, work, relationship stressors and/or manage their mental health concerns. The cost of your session may be free as we are connected to over 100 companies that grant free sessions to their employees. We also take most insurances. Email or call us today!
We specialize in short term and long term support, life coaching, short term solution focused treatment, managing mood disorders (depression, Bipolar disorder), anxiety disorders, behavioral disorders, helping to manage family, relationship, work, life stressors.
Developing Wellness Solutions is a mental health practice serving adults, adolescents, families, and couples. We provide short term and long term support to individuals struggling to manage life, work, relationship stressors and/or manage their mental health concerns. The cost of your session may be free as we are connected to over 100 companies that grant free sessions to their employees. We also take most insurances. Email or call us today!
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Francesca Sciscenti
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Parkville, MD 21234 (Online Only)
Starting therapy can be an intimidating process and takes courage! I value the importance of you finding a therapist who is the right fit . Are you feeling burnt out? Is your anxiety or depression becoming hard to manage? Are you facing relationship struggles or going through major life transitions? Are you a young adult finding your way as you transition into independence? Allow me to support you as you navigate it all. I will create a safe space for you to explore your concerns, heal and reach your goals. My therapy approach is strengths based, holistic and solution-focused. I am currently accepting clients via tele-health.
Starting therapy can be an intimidating process and takes courage! I value the importance of you finding a therapist who is the right fit . Are you feeling burnt out? Is your anxiety or depression becoming hard to manage? Are you facing relationship struggles or going through major life transitions? Are you a young adult finding your way as you transition into independence? Allow me to support you as you navigate it all. I will create a safe space for you to explore your concerns, heal and reach your goals. My therapy approach is strengths based, holistic and solution-focused. I am currently accepting clients via tele-health.
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Hello! My name is Laura Brito and I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker - Clinical (LCSW-C) in Maryland. I love working with non-monogamous and queer-identifying individuals and relationships. My approach is sex-positive, affirming, and supportive. My therapeutic approach is compassion-centered, gentle, and warm. I most align with person and compassion-centered approach. I am here to provide a safe, non-judgmental space, to be a sounding board, and collaborate with you to find solutions that may ease the distress you are holding.
Hello! My name is Laura Brito and I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker - Clinical (LCSW-C) in Maryland. I love working with non-monogamous and queer-identifying individuals and relationships. My approach is sex-positive, affirming, and supportive. My therapeutic approach is compassion-centered, gentle, and warm. I most align with person and compassion-centered approach. I am here to provide a safe, non-judgmental space, to be a sounding board, and collaborate with you to find solutions that may ease the distress you are holding.
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Stanley N Karanja
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, DCoun, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Parkville, MD 21234
Clinician draws from his teaching and Christian ministry people skills and collaborate with clients to assess and equip them to combat issues. Teens are empowered to overcome hurting behavior, reconciled with others and restored to their potential. Troubled marriages and families are equipped to settle conflicts, tackle baggage and communicate better through enhanced couple dialogue. A philosophical model based on the recognition that all individuals have potential to thrive is employed. It is hoped that through collaboration your life will be brightened as you utilize tools to work your goals to recapture potential endowment.
Clinician draws from his teaching and Christian ministry people skills and collaborate with clients to assess and equip them to combat issues. Teens are empowered to overcome hurting behavior, reconciled with others and restored to their potential. Troubled marriages and families are equipped to settle conflicts, tackle baggage and communicate better through enhanced couple dialogue. A philosophical model based on the recognition that all individuals have potential to thrive is employed. It is hoped that through collaboration your life will be brightened as you utilize tools to work your goals to recapture potential endowment.
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Ranika Martin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Parkville, MD 21234 (Online Only)
Ranika understands that when individuals are provided a safe space to explore their whole selves, incredible growth and change can take place. Through a non-judgmental atmosphere, a strong therapeutic relationship will develop, helping you gain relief from internal suffering and increase well-being and strength. Ranika remains flexible and open in an effort to cater to your unique needs while ensuring a high standard of quality care. Ranika's approach is to meet you where you are using a strength-based approach.
Ranika understands that when individuals are provided a safe space to explore their whole selves, incredible growth and change can take place. Through a non-judgmental atmosphere, a strong therapeutic relationship will develop, helping you gain relief from internal suffering and increase well-being and strength. Ranika remains flexible and open in an effort to cater to your unique needs while ensuring a high standard of quality care. Ranika's approach is to meet you where you are using a strength-based approach.
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My ideal client would be a mom or wife, an individual who does not have any coping skills and blames themselves for things that are out of their control, such as anxiety, depression, unstable mood, low self-esteem, lack of confidence, lack of motivation, & no insight in their situation. Their needs would be support, empathy, understanding, and active listening. They have goals to work on themselves, improve communication skills, increase coping skills, and alleviate anxiety and depressive symptoms. The client would want to change and work on themselves to become better and stronger individuals for themselves & their families.
My ideal client would be a mom or wife, an individual who does not have any coping skills and blames themselves for things that are out of their control, such as anxiety, depression, unstable mood, low self-esteem, lack of confidence, lack of motivation, & no insight in their situation. Their needs would be support, empathy, understanding, and active listening. They have goals to work on themselves, improve communication skills, increase coping skills, and alleviate anxiety and depressive symptoms. The client would want to change and work on themselves to become better and stronger individuals for themselves & their families.
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Hello, my name is Jaime Gaudet. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Art Therapist. I have over 22 years of experience as a counselor, and I use a Client-Centered approach. I have been described as compassionate, creative, friendly and easy-going. I typically work with clients who are struggling with, anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, parenting issues, poor coping skills, and anger management. Client-Centered, Positive Psychology, and I use Art Therapy techniques, as needed. It is not necessary to be a good artist and clients do not have to try Art Therapy if they don't want to. Talk-therapy is also fine.
Hello, my name is Jaime Gaudet. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Art Therapist. I have over 22 years of experience as a counselor, and I use a Client-Centered approach. I have been described as compassionate, creative, friendly and easy-going. I typically work with clients who are struggling with, anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, parenting issues, poor coping skills, and anger management. Client-Centered, Positive Psychology, and I use Art Therapy techniques, as needed. It is not necessary to be a good artist and clients do not have to try Art Therapy if they don't want to. Talk-therapy is also fine.
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Hello! My name is Iman Anderson and I am a Licensed Certified Clinical Social Worker, Clinical. I specialize in offering immediate help to individuals who experience unforeseen life events that cause mental, physical, emotional, and behavioral problems. The primary goal in my practice is to assist clients in acknowledging unhealthy coping strategies, replace them with new and healthy ones, and gradually get clients to the point of being able to effectively cope with any life stressor.
Hello! My name is Iman Anderson and I am a Licensed Certified Clinical Social Worker, Clinical. I specialize in offering immediate help to individuals who experience unforeseen life events that cause mental, physical, emotional, and behavioral problems. The primary goal in my practice is to assist clients in acknowledging unhealthy coping strategies, replace them with new and healthy ones, and gradually get clients to the point of being able to effectively cope with any life stressor.
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Hi, I'm Heather Cheshire, LCSW-C. I have been a clinical social worker for 13 years. I aim to utilize talk therapy to help support the emotional growth desired by my clients. I believe in building strong relationships to help clients meet their goals. Most of my experience providing therapy has been with middle school, high school, and college aged youth and young adults. I have experience working with multiple mental health diagnoses, such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, as well as situational challenges like major life changes and family and relationship issues.
Hi, I'm Heather Cheshire, LCSW-C. I have been a clinical social worker for 13 years. I aim to utilize talk therapy to help support the emotional growth desired by my clients. I believe in building strong relationships to help clients meet their goals. Most of my experience providing therapy has been with middle school, high school, and college aged youth and young adults. I have experience working with multiple mental health diagnoses, such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, as well as situational challenges like major life changes and family and relationship issues.
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Julie Elwell provides individual counseling for those with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and issues related to trauma. She works primarily with adults, using a variety of approaches, including psychodynamic therapy, trauma-informed therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Ms. Elwell has more than 20 years of therapy experience working in a variety of settings throughout Washington, D.C., and Virginia, including community mental health clinics, hospitals and private practice. A native of Maine, Ms. Elwell received her master’s degree in social work from Virginia Commonwealth University.
Julie Elwell provides individual counseling for those with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and issues related to trauma. She works primarily with adults, using a variety of approaches, including psychodynamic therapy, trauma-informed therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Ms. Elwell has more than 20 years of therapy experience working in a variety of settings throughout Washington, D.C., and Virginia, including community mental health clinics, hospitals and private practice. A native of Maine, Ms. Elwell received her master’s degree in social work from Virginia Commonwealth University.
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One thing I know: the quality of our relationships impacts our mental health. That’s why I work with individuals, couples, and families to explore the relationships with those that matter most in their lives. I bring a warm, nonjudgmental approach to sessions and can support you in finding where you might want to try something new to step out of the usual patterns that keep you stuck.
One thing I know: the quality of our relationships impacts our mental health. That’s why I work with individuals, couples, and families to explore the relationships with those that matter most in their lives. I bring a warm, nonjudgmental approach to sessions and can support you in finding where you might want to try something new to step out of the usual patterns that keep you stuck.
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Sharon Sonko
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Parkville, MD 21234 (Online Only)
I am Sharon Sonko, LCSW-C and I have been a Clinical Social Worker and a State of Maryland Social Work Supervisor for over 10 years. I began my practice while working in Child Welfare with Maryland's state government and later elevated to the federal government with Veterans Affairs. When I am not offering therapy to clients, I spend my free time outdoors enjoying walking meditations along some of Maryland's historical trails. I enjoy working with adult from various backgrounds that are struggling with issues that include but are not limited to Anxiety, Depression, Trauma/PTSD, and Relationship challenges.
I am Sharon Sonko, LCSW-C and I have been a Clinical Social Worker and a State of Maryland Social Work Supervisor for over 10 years. I began my practice while working in Child Welfare with Maryland's state government and later elevated to the federal government with Veterans Affairs. When I am not offering therapy to clients, I spend my free time outdoors enjoying walking meditations along some of Maryland's historical trails. I enjoy working with adult from various backgrounds that are struggling with issues that include but are not limited to Anxiety, Depression, Trauma/PTSD, and Relationship challenges.
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Hello: My name is Sevena Boughton, a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW-C). I have worked with individuals, couples and families seeking counseling for over 30 years. I am passionate about supporting all of my clients through various challenges or trauma and having them experience healing and fulfillment. I have found my style and approach to be a good fit for those 18 years and older- spanning the entire adult life cycle. Those adults dealing with challenges of life transitions and social pressures. This takes the form of anxiety, depression, stress, grief and loss.
Hello: My name is Sevena Boughton, a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW-C). I have worked with individuals, couples and families seeking counseling for over 30 years. I am passionate about supporting all of my clients through various challenges or trauma and having them experience healing and fulfillment. I have found my style and approach to be a good fit for those 18 years and older- spanning the entire adult life cycle. Those adults dealing with challenges of life transitions and social pressures. This takes the form of anxiety, depression, stress, grief and loss.
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This Goes Out to You!
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Parkville, MD 21234 (Online Only)
Our client centered approach, supports clients efforts to adapt and grow at their unique pace, practice tools associated with their current needs and utilize talk therapy to increase insight.
Our client centered approach, supports clients efforts to adapt and grow at their unique pace, practice tools associated with their current needs and utilize talk therapy to increase insight.
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KTS Mental Health Group, Inc.
Counselor, MS, LCPC, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Parkville, MD 21234
Thank you for considering services through KTS Mental Health Group, Inc. Our passion and breadth of experience is in treating families, couples, adolescence, and children. At KTS, we believe the therapeutic relationship between the clients, their families and the therapist is paramount for achieving positive, long lasting results. We will try, to the best of our abilities and while abiding by the Code of Ethics, to meet the needs of clients and to ensure that services will render clients emotionally and mentally strong. We will also help clients with creating tools and coping skills for managing life's challenges.
Thank you for considering services through KTS Mental Health Group, Inc. Our passion and breadth of experience is in treating families, couples, adolescence, and children. At KTS, we believe the therapeutic relationship between the clients, their families and the therapist is paramount for achieving positive, long lasting results. We will try, to the best of our abilities and while abiding by the Code of Ethics, to meet the needs of clients and to ensure that services will render clients emotionally and mentally strong. We will also help clients with creating tools and coping skills for managing life's challenges.
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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.