Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) Therapists in Vadnais Heights, MN

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Amanda Vaske
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, PMH-C, CCTP-II, DBT-C
Verified Verified
Vadnais Heights, MN 55127
Life's a rollercoaster, huh? Whether you're battling self-doubt, caught in the chaos, or doing the social media shuffle, I'm here to bring some good vibes to your journey. Let's chat about it all – the ups, the downs, and everything in between. Parenting got you spinning? Overwhelmed by the daily grind? Anxiety knocking? I've got your back. Meet your guide (yep, that's me!). I'm here to bring a bit of sunshine to your days, kick out the blues, and make life's wild ride a bit more enjoyable. Your struggles are real and tackling them together is the way to go. Shoot me a message, I'm here for the support and brighter days.
Life's a rollercoaster, huh? Whether you're battling self-doubt, caught in the chaos, or doing the social media shuffle, I'm here to bring some good vibes to your journey. Let's chat about it all – the ups, the downs, and everything in between. Parenting got you spinning? Overwhelmed by the daily grind? Anxiety knocking? I've got your back. Meet your guide (yep, that's me!). I'm here to bring a bit of sunshine to your days, kick out the blues, and make life's wild ride a bit more enjoyable. Your struggles are real and tackling them together is the way to go. Shoot me a message, I'm here for the support and brighter days.
(651) 309-8049 View (651) 309-8049
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Joseph P. Sundeen
Psychologist, MA, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vadnais Heights, MN 55110
You are not alone and now is the best time to take the step toward a healthier you! As a client, you can expect to be validated, supported, encouraged, and at times challenged. As a client, you will have a partner with you, as we use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, Mindfulness, and Self-care approaches to make improvements. At Transformation Counseling, you are welcome and we will work together to help bring peace and self-compassion into your life. Significant change is possible and now is the time to take the first step toward claiming it.
You are not alone and now is the best time to take the step toward a healthier you! As a client, you can expect to be validated, supported, encouraged, and at times challenged. As a client, you will have a partner with you, as we use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, Mindfulness, and Self-care approaches to make improvements. At Transformation Counseling, you are welcome and we will work together to help bring peace and self-compassion into your life. Significant change is possible and now is the time to take the first step toward claiming it.
(651) 964-1881 View (651) 964-1881
Nandini Schneider
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vadnais Heights, MN 55127
(651) 758-5868 View (651) 758-5868
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Emerging Adult Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Vadnais Heights, MN 55110
Not accepting new clients
Do you feel anxious and unsure of yourself? Does Anxiety or Depression or another mental health issue stop you from living the life you desire? Or maybe you have a disability on top of all this and want to go to college, have a career or live independently but don't know where to start. You can feel better and have the confidence to go after your goals. Give me a call or email me and we'll talk about how Counseling with me I can help you achieve your dreams and live a satisfying life! Call or email me today!
Do you feel anxious and unsure of yourself? Does Anxiety or Depression or another mental health issue stop you from living the life you desire? Or maybe you have a disability on top of all this and want to go to college, have a career or live independently but don't know where to start. You can feel better and have the confidence to go after your goals. Give me a call or email me and we'll talk about how Counseling with me I can help you achieve your dreams and live a satisfying life! Call or email me today!
(612) 800-0681 View (612) 800-0681

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Deborah Ludwig
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
White Bear Lake, MN 55110  (Online Only)
My twenty-five years of experience include supporting the use of strength based approaches including solution focused therapy, cognitive behavioral, person centered and positive psychology.
The focus of my work for the past two decades has ben in supporting individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. I am experienced in multiple approaches, based in research, to help create a plan based on the individual's specific goals. If you are experiencing anxiety, sadness, or daily challenges which leave you feeling isolated or overwhelmed, I encourage you to contact me. I would welcome the opportunity to to work with you to create an individual plan that will move you closer to achieving your goals.
My twenty-five years of experience include supporting the use of strength based approaches including solution focused therapy, cognitive behavioral, person centered and positive psychology.
The focus of my work for the past two decades has ben in supporting individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. I am experienced in multiple approaches, based in research, to help create a plan based on the individual's specific goals. If you are experiencing anxiety, sadness, or daily challenges which leave you feeling isolated or overwhelmed, I encourage you to contact me. I would welcome the opportunity to to work with you to create an individual plan that will move you closer to achieving your goals.
(763) 710-2490 View (763) 710-2490
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Tracy Kolenich
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
I believe in offering clients a safe, non-judging, supportive environment to work collaboratively with through struggles and challenges. I strive to build a trusting relationship with clients so that together we can explore steps to achieve inner peace.
I believe in offering clients a safe, non-judging, supportive environment to work collaboratively with through struggles and challenges. I strive to build a trusting relationship with clients so that together we can explore steps to achieve inner peace.
(651) 376-3392 View (651) 376-3392
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Leanne Mairs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
White Bear Lake, MN 55127
My approach is focused on the solutions you want to achieve. When you work with me, we will articulate what it is you want and need to move forward, and then we will harvest the unique strengths you already have to get there. We will collaborate on changing the aspects of your behavior that are not working for you. My approach does not begin and end with problems or the past—we only make those inquiries in order to frame solutions for the present. My work draws from several theoretical frameworks, including CBT, Internal Family Systems, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, CPT, and EMDR to help you achieve your goals and aspirations
My approach is focused on the solutions you want to achieve. When you work with me, we will articulate what it is you want and need to move forward, and then we will harvest the unique strengths you already have to get there. We will collaborate on changing the aspects of your behavior that are not working for you. My approach does not begin and end with problems or the past—we only make those inquiries in order to frame solutions for the present. My work draws from several theoretical frameworks, including CBT, Internal Family Systems, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, CPT, and EMDR to help you achieve your goals and aspirations
(651) 433-6415 View (651) 433-6415
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Katie Engh
Counselor, MA, LPCC, DBTC
Verified Verified
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
Starting out with a new therapist or beginning therapy for the first time can feel scary, maybe even downright terrifying. I offer a laid-back place to show up as you are without judgement, talk about the hard stuff that we inevitably experience through life, and maybe have a laugh or two in the process. I approach therapy as a collaboration. We are a team. You set the destination you want to get to, and I’m here to help you navigate.
Starting out with a new therapist or beginning therapy for the first time can feel scary, maybe even downright terrifying. I offer a laid-back place to show up as you are without judgement, talk about the hard stuff that we inevitably experience through life, and maybe have a laugh or two in the process. I approach therapy as a collaboration. We are a team. You set the destination you want to get to, and I’m here to help you navigate.
(651) 390-1908 View (651) 390-1908
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Riley Langness
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Saint Paul, MN 55127
I blend the therapeutic approaches of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy ( SFBT) to meet the unique needs of each person.
Whether this be your first time seeking counseling or you’ve tried this before, I’m glad you’re here. I work with adolescents/teens, college students, and adults on navigating a variety of life changes and mental health concerns. I enjoy working with individuals at many different stages of life through a person-centered, strengths-based approach to meet you where you’re at.
I blend the therapeutic approaches of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy ( SFBT) to meet the unique needs of each person.
Whether this be your first time seeking counseling or you’ve tried this before, I’m glad you’re here. I work with adolescents/teens, college students, and adults on navigating a variety of life changes and mental health concerns. I enjoy working with individuals at many different stages of life through a person-centered, strengths-based approach to meet you where you’re at.
(651) 899-8543 View (651) 899-8543
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Jari Welle
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RYT500
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
White Bear Lake, MN 55127
Do you feel sad or anxious daily? Is this getting in the way of you living the life you really want to live? My approach in working with clients involves empowering, emotionally focused work, which includes building a connection for better growth during your therapy journey. I believe in supporting each client along the path of their own healing journey toward positive transformation, and in doing so, helping clients live a more happy and balanced life. I enjoy seeing clients with relationship issues, depression and anxiety.
Do you feel sad or anxious daily? Is this getting in the way of you living the life you really want to live? My approach in working with clients involves empowering, emotionally focused work, which includes building a connection for better growth during your therapy journey. I believe in supporting each client along the path of their own healing journey toward positive transformation, and in doing so, helping clients live a more happy and balanced life. I enjoy seeing clients with relationship issues, depression and anxiety.
(651) 433-6295 View (651) 433-6295
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Lambers Fisher
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, MDiv
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Saint Paul, MN 55110
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 15 years of experience working with individual adults, adolescents, couples and families. I work from a client-centered perspective, and hold the belief that while we are all experts on ourselves, we can all benefit from the perspective of someone outside of our individual life circumstances in order to help us find the changes we long to see in our lives. I have a passion for marriage counseling - seeking to help strengthen the relationships of not only married couples but also pre-engaged and engaged couples as well. Find out more at ChristianHeartCounseling.com & LambersFisher.com
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 15 years of experience working with individual adults, adolescents, couples and families. I work from a client-centered perspective, and hold the belief that while we are all experts on ourselves, we can all benefit from the perspective of someone outside of our individual life circumstances in order to help us find the changes we long to see in our lives. I have a passion for marriage counseling - seeking to help strengthen the relationships of not only married couples but also pre-engaged and engaged couples as well. Find out more at ChristianHeartCounseling.com & LambersFisher.com
(763) 400-9937 View (763) 400-9937
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Kate Auge (Current Openings)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
A quote that resonates with the journey into therapy states, "in any given moment, we have two options: to step forward into growth, or to step back into safety." Whether this is your first time in therapy or you are taking that step forward again, welcome!
A quote that resonates with the journey into therapy states, "in any given moment, we have two options: to step forward into growth, or to step back into safety." Whether this is your first time in therapy or you are taking that step forward again, welcome!
(651) 661-5430 View (651) 661-5430
Photo of Steve Palmer, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Steve Palmer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Saint Paul, MN 55110
I work with clients to set goals that make sense to them, and then bring the right therapy resources to help them meet those goals. If someone needs a practical solution to a right-now problem, we start there. If someone wants a place to feel seen and heard with compassion while they think their concerns through, we start there. It's my job to know as much as I can about the field of psychology and therapy - and bring that information to the conversation with you. Your only job is just to come as you are!
I work with clients to set goals that make sense to them, and then bring the right therapy resources to help them meet those goals. If someone needs a practical solution to a right-now problem, we start there. If someone wants a place to feel seen and heard with compassion while they think their concerns through, we start there. It's my job to know as much as I can about the field of psychology and therapy - and bring that information to the conversation with you. Your only job is just to come as you are!
(651) 384-2573 View (651) 384-2573
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Behavioral Health Services (BHSI)
Psychologist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
We are a group of psychologists, psychiatrists, and marriage-family therapists committed to providing high quality and comprehensive care for adults, adolescents and children. We get to know you and your unique treatment needs. Whether you arrange individual therapy, family therapy, meetings with a psychiatrist to discuss medication options, or psychological testing to better understand the problem, our fully licensed and credentialed clinicians can coordinate all of these services under one roof. When you visit a BHSI clinic, you can always expect skilled and compassionate treatment and strict confidentiality. For your convenience, we offer flexible appointment scheduling.
We are a group of psychologists, psychiatrists, and marriage-family therapists committed to providing high quality and comprehensive care for adults, adolescents and children. We get to know you and your unique treatment needs. Whether you arrange individual therapy, family therapy, meetings with a psychiatrist to discuss medication options, or psychological testing to better understand the problem, our fully licensed and credentialed clinicians can coordinate all of these services under one roof. When you visit a BHSI clinic, you can always expect skilled and compassionate treatment and strict confidentiality. For your convenience, we offer flexible appointment scheduling.
(651) 760-5120 View (651) 760-5120
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Nicholas William Vorpahl
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
White Bear Lake, MN 55127
My ideal client is someone that has an idea of their goals and what they would like to pursue in therapy, but needs the extra insight and encouragement to clarify those goals or to take the first steps in accomplishing them. They may be struggling with mood issues, have trouble controlling their thoughts, or be dealing with difficult or contentious relationships. They are in need of someone to listen to them, to provide empathy and validation, and then to help guide them along the path they have chosen to make the changes they wish to see in their life.
My ideal client is someone that has an idea of their goals and what they would like to pursue in therapy, but needs the extra insight and encouragement to clarify those goals or to take the first steps in accomplishing them. They may be struggling with mood issues, have trouble controlling their thoughts, or be dealing with difficult or contentious relationships. They are in need of someone to listen to them, to provide empathy and validation, and then to help guide them along the path they have chosen to make the changes they wish to see in their life.
(651) 318-4665 View (651) 318-4665
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Kimberly Knoll
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Saint Paul, MN 55110  (Online Only)
You are smart and resourceful, but feeling stuck. This is so deeply human. We are relational beings. Why would us needing support be any different? Therapy helps you get unstuck, takes it to the next level and challenges you.
You are smart and resourceful, but feeling stuck. This is so deeply human. We are relational beings. Why would us needing support be any different? Therapy helps you get unstuck, takes it to the next level and challenges you.
(651) 504-0620 View (651) 504-0620
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Coleen Groen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
I have been a therapist for twenty years and have helped individuals recover from trauma. I have worked to help people navigate their journey in the aftermath of trauma and work to foster a sense of resiliency. My work is compassion focused, culturally aware and works to build ones empowerment.
I have been a therapist for twenty years and have helped individuals recover from trauma. I have worked to help people navigate their journey in the aftermath of trauma and work to foster a sense of resiliency. My work is compassion focused, culturally aware and works to build ones empowerment.
(651) 564-7192 View (651) 564-7192
Photo of Cimena Gordon, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Cimena Gordon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
We often find ourselves feeling lost or not connected to who we strive to be. We feel voiceless and dismissed as though no one cares to listen to our pain. I want to build a safe and consistent relationship with you to find a renewed sense of self. In this space, I want to empower you to embrace your authentic self in the full circle of creation, nurturing, connecting and transforming. As we weave in the principles of mindful living together, I want to help you find the answers that have been inside of you all along as you begin to trust yourself and let go of whatever is holding you back.
We often find ourselves feeling lost or not connected to who we strive to be. We feel voiceless and dismissed as though no one cares to listen to our pain. I want to build a safe and consistent relationship with you to find a renewed sense of self. In this space, I want to empower you to embrace your authentic self in the full circle of creation, nurturing, connecting and transforming. As we weave in the principles of mindful living together, I want to help you find the answers that have been inside of you all along as you begin to trust yourself and let go of whatever is holding you back.
(651) 376-3470 View (651) 376-3470
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Maria Moua
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
White Bear Lake, MN 55110  (Online Only)
I help people who are stuck in painful cycles of conflict, who are ready to learn how to heal, break free and move forward. People who come to see me find that I have a keen ability to hear them from a deep-subconscious level; that I can help them become more self-aware and empowered into improving several areas of their life. More often than not, when I meet with people they feel like they have tried everything. That is why I don't believe in wasting peoples time, nor do I throw out unnecessary tools and tactics. This means that I am highly attentive to what realistically works best for you.
I help people who are stuck in painful cycles of conflict, who are ready to learn how to heal, break free and move forward. People who come to see me find that I have a keen ability to hear them from a deep-subconscious level; that I can help them become more self-aware and empowered into improving several areas of their life. More often than not, when I meet with people they feel like they have tried everything. That is why I don't believe in wasting peoples time, nor do I throw out unnecessary tools and tactics. This means that I am highly attentive to what realistically works best for you.
(651) 564-7836 View (651) 564-7836
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Family Behavioral Healthcare
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
North Oaks, MN 55127  (Online Only)
I am America's Launch Coach. Today's parents struggle with how much to support and how much to let go of young adult children. Parents are closer to and more invested in the success of their kids than past generations. It's harder for both parents and young adults to let go. Young adults struggle with depression, anxiety, and trying to succeed in school and life in general. COVID-19 and the depressed economy stress families and lead to greater rates of depression and anxiety, and complicate the normal launch process. I work with both parents and young adults, depending upon who is seeking help.
I am America's Launch Coach. Today's parents struggle with how much to support and how much to let go of young adult children. Parents are closer to and more invested in the success of their kids than past generations. It's harder for both parents and young adults to let go. Young adults struggle with depression, anxiety, and trying to succeed in school and life in general. COVID-19 and the depressed economy stress families and lead to greater rates of depression and anxiety, and complicate the normal launch process. I work with both parents and young adults, depending upon who is seeking help.
(651) 968-1260 View (651) 968-1260

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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.