Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) Therapists in Hickory, NC
Liz Sakatos
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hickory, NC 28601 (Online Only)
I provide therapy by utilizing CBT, SFBT, ACT, Narrative therapy, and client centered approaches.
I specialize in helping clients learn to take control of their anxiety and lives by examining the impact of internal pressure (like unhealthy self-talk) and external triggers (like toxic relationships) and replacing what doesn't work with strategies to feel more empowered. I firmly believe that the way that we speak to ourselves impacts how we handle the pressures we face and let's be honest, we are often our own harshest critics. That is why I use a strengths-based approach to treatment to help clients get rid of hurtful self-talk and learn to embrace their own power!
I provide therapy by utilizing CBT, SFBT, ACT, Narrative therapy, and client centered approaches.
I specialize in helping clients learn to take control of their anxiety and lives by examining the impact of internal pressure (like unhealthy self-talk) and external triggers (like toxic relationships) and replacing what doesn't work with strategies to feel more empowered. I firmly believe that the way that we speak to ourselves impacts how we handle the pressures we face and let's be honest, we are often our own harshest critics. That is why I use a strengths-based approach to treatment to help clients get rid of hurtful self-talk and learn to embrace their own power!
Ami Silva
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hickory, NC 28602
Waitlist for new clients
My approach integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered, solution focused interventions, expressive arts and play therapy interventions, mindfulness, strengths-based and developmental approaches.
Everyone’s journey is different. At times, this journey is wonderful and inspiring, and other times it can be overwhelming or exhausting. My mission is to support children, adolescents, families, and adults of all ages as we identify your unique qualities and resources. Together we will navigate the challenges you are experiencing, draw on your strengths, and seek manageable steps that empower you. It is okay to ask for someone to walk alongside you during this journey, and comforting to have someone new on your team!
My approach integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered, solution focused interventions, expressive arts and play therapy interventions, mindfulness, strengths-based and developmental approaches.
Everyone’s journey is different. At times, this journey is wonderful and inspiring, and other times it can be overwhelming or exhausting. My mission is to support children, adolescents, families, and adults of all ages as we identify your unique qualities and resources. Together we will navigate the challenges you are experiencing, draw on your strengths, and seek manageable steps that empower you. It is okay to ask for someone to walk alongside you during this journey, and comforting to have someone new on your team!
Cindy Austin Lineberger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CIMPH, CMIP
Verified Verified
Hickory, NC 28601
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, beautiful soul! Are you feeling weighed down by anxiety, navigating life transitions, or struggling with chronic illness? Do you find yourself constantly giving to others, leaving little room for self-care and fulfillment? If so, you're in the right place. I'm a LCSW & hold additional specialized training in ACT, CBT, Integrative Nutrition, Body Positivity, Self Esteem, Sex Therapy, & Mindfulness to ensure you reach your therapy goals. I incorporate technology via an app that offers therapy resources such as worksheets, journals, trackers, and module learning for in-between session action plans. Client's love this resource.
Hello, beautiful soul! Are you feeling weighed down by anxiety, navigating life transitions, or struggling with chronic illness? Do you find yourself constantly giving to others, leaving little room for self-care and fulfillment? If so, you're in the right place. I'm a LCSW & hold additional specialized training in ACT, CBT, Integrative Nutrition, Body Positivity, Self Esteem, Sex Therapy, & Mindfulness to ensure you reach your therapy goals. I incorporate technology via an app that offers therapy resources such as worksheets, journals, trackers, and module learning for in-between session action plans. Client's love this resource.
My overall approach to counseling is person-centered, strength based and short term solution focused.
As a Register Play Therapist, I utilize the power of play to create a welcoming and creative environment for my clients. Families often call me due to feeling overwhelmed and exhausted. I utilize evidenced based practices grounded in play to help your family sort through these challenges and explore solutions. “We speak with more than our mouths. We listen with more than our ears.” Mr. Rogers
My overall approach to counseling is person-centered, strength based and short term solution focused.
As a Register Play Therapist, I utilize the power of play to create a welcoming and creative environment for my clients. Families often call me due to feeling overwhelmed and exhausted. I utilize evidenced based practices grounded in play to help your family sort through these challenges and explore solutions. “We speak with more than our mouths. We listen with more than our ears.” Mr. Rogers
I believe that effective therapy begins with a person-centered approach, recognizing the unique experiences and needs of each individual. My guiding philosophy is that one cannot help others heal without first helping oneself. This principle shapes my commitment to personal growth and self-care, enabling me to provide the best possible support to my clients.
I believe that effective therapy begins with a person-centered approach, recognizing the unique experiences and needs of each individual. My guiding philosophy is that one cannot help others heal without first helping oneself. This principle shapes my commitment to personal growth and self-care, enabling me to provide the best possible support to my clients.
Client's who work best with me are often not the clients who know exactly what they want or need in therapy, though that can be very helpful. Often they are simply people who recognise a need for help and are willing to engage in the process. You can go to any competent clinician and they should be able to support you with basic skills. What I draw out of people is not only what they want and need, but their strengths and special aspects that make them who they are in order to work through to a point where they can make healthy choice and live their "best life."
Client's who work best with me are often not the clients who know exactly what they want or need in therapy, though that can be very helpful. Often they are simply people who recognise a need for help and are willing to engage in the process. You can go to any competent clinician and they should be able to support you with basic skills. What I draw out of people is not only what they want and need, but their strengths and special aspects that make them who they are in order to work through to a point where they can make healthy choice and live their "best life."
I have been in the helping field for over fifteen years. I work with children, adolescents, couples, & families. Working with all of these age groups has helped me to have a better worldview of how issues affect us throughout different stages of our lives. I have an integrated approach, which allows us to use the events that have hurt us over the years to actually strengthen us today. I do EMDR as well. Therapy is a process, but I am here to guide & support you through getting to a healthier you. I am full of gratitude for the opportunity I have to work with you.
I have been in the helping field for over fifteen years. I work with children, adolescents, couples, & families. Working with all of these age groups has helped me to have a better worldview of how issues affect us throughout different stages of our lives. I have an integrated approach, which allows us to use the events that have hurt us over the years to actually strengthen us today. I do EMDR as well. Therapy is a process, but I am here to guide & support you through getting to a healthier you. I am full of gratitude for the opportunity I have to work with you.
CTSHealth Integrated Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS
Verified Verified
Hickory, NC 28602
CTSHealth Integrative Wellness Clinic supports the clinical views of the Integrated Care Model, Person Centered Thinking, System of Care and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. With these approaches, we’re able to identify and increase the emotional, cognitive, social, and psychological functioning of our clients. We provide guidance, education, and skills to caregivers to become better equipped to assist individuals in their care. Our professional teams are committed to safeguarding the continuity of care through collaboration with all participants involved in assisting the client through the treatment process.
CTSHealth Integrative Wellness Clinic supports the clinical views of the Integrated Care Model, Person Centered Thinking, System of Care and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. With these approaches, we’re able to identify and increase the emotional, cognitive, social, and psychological functioning of our clients. We provide guidance, education, and skills to caregivers to become better equipped to assist individuals in their care. Our professional teams are committed to safeguarding the continuity of care through collaboration with all participants involved in assisting the client through the treatment process.
You are struggling to find enjoyment in the things that mean the most to you. You don't know what to do or where to start. You feel alone, lost, and scared. You wonder if things will ever improve, and who can help? I am glad you're here. I will work with you to identify and address the barriers that are causing your struggles. I am committed to helping you achieve a sense of purpose and discover tools to help empower you to overcome life's challenges. Come as you are, I want to help!
You are struggling to find enjoyment in the things that mean the most to you. You don't know what to do or where to start. You feel alone, lost, and scared. You wonder if things will ever improve, and who can help? I am glad you're here. I will work with you to identify and address the barriers that are causing your struggles. I am committed to helping you achieve a sense of purpose and discover tools to help empower you to overcome life's challenges. Come as you are, I want to help!
Russell Goodwin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Hickory, NC 28601 (Online Only)
I am a solutions-focused Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) licensed in North Carolina since 2009. I have extensive experience working with adult populations and, in particular, those who struggle with depression, anxiety, and existential concerns. I hold a masters degree in professional counseling as well as masters degrees in two other disciplines (business, education). I am active in higher education having served as an undergraduate human services instructor since 2009.
I am a solutions-focused Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) licensed in North Carolina since 2009. I have extensive experience working with adult populations and, in particular, those who struggle with depression, anxiety, and existential concerns. I hold a masters degree in professional counseling as well as masters degrees in two other disciplines (business, education). I am active in higher education having served as an undergraduate human services instructor since 2009.
Renovo Christian Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MRE, MFS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Hickory, NC 28602
Mike Nichols, MRE, MFS, LMFT - The mission of Renovo Christian Counseling is to help bring renewal and restoration to your life and relationships. It is to partner with you to discover and apply practical and enduring solutions to the issues with which you struggle. Whatever the need that motivates you to seek counsel, I believe you can achieve healing, growth and change. It is my calling to help couples and individuals in that endeavor.
Mike Nichols, MRE, MFS, LMFT - The mission of Renovo Christian Counseling is to help bring renewal and restoration to your life and relationships. It is to partner with you to discover and apply practical and enduring solutions to the issues with which you struggle. Whatever the need that motivates you to seek counsel, I believe you can achieve healing, growth and change. It is my calling to help couples and individuals in that endeavor.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, , LMFT
Verified Verified
Hickory, NC 28601 (Online Only)
In my counseling practice, I focus on assisting those who are transitioning out of previously intimate relationships and support them as they seek to redefine and rediscover themselves as individuals. This process often involves re-examining one’s self-esteem, self-worth, values, and emotional security, all of which may have been threatened or damaged in former relationships. It is my firmly held clinical and personal belief that, following the ending of a relationship, we all have the choice as to whether we become bitter, or even better, as a result of our life’s experiences.
In my counseling practice, I focus on assisting those who are transitioning out of previously intimate relationships and support them as they seek to redefine and rediscover themselves as individuals. This process often involves re-examining one’s self-esteem, self-worth, values, and emotional security, all of which may have been threatened or damaged in former relationships. It is my firmly held clinical and personal belief that, following the ending of a relationship, we all have the choice as to whether we become bitter, or even better, as a result of our life’s experiences.
Katelyn Millinor
Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, LPCC, LCMHC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hickory, NC 28601 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I value the mind-body connection and believe we can find healing when we approach our health from a holistic perspective. Counseling requires a lot of effort and can only be truly transformative if you show up as yourself. I will show up as mine and that may include laughing, maybe some crying, and definitely some hard conversations. I am passionate about helping people adjust to parenting or other life transitions, and those with anxiety and self-esteem issues. My role is to listen, ask questions, guide, and challenge you to shape your own path. Let's dig in!
I value the mind-body connection and believe we can find healing when we approach our health from a holistic perspective. Counseling requires a lot of effort and can only be truly transformative if you show up as yourself. I will show up as mine and that may include laughing, maybe some crying, and definitely some hard conversations. I am passionate about helping people adjust to parenting or other life transitions, and those with anxiety and self-esteem issues. My role is to listen, ask questions, guide, and challenge you to shape your own path. Let's dig in!
As we journey through life, we can face multiple challenges. Sometimes we can solve these challenges and become stronger. Sometimes the challenges can feel overwhelming, and we can feel like we are no longer in control of our thoughts, our emotions, our lives. It is at these times when we may need help in overcoming these challenges; challenges like depression, anxiety, grief or loss, unresolved trauma, sleep disturbances, anger, or even alcohol or substance use concerns.
As we journey through life, we can face multiple challenges. Sometimes we can solve these challenges and become stronger. Sometimes the challenges can feel overwhelming, and we can feel like we are no longer in control of our thoughts, our emotions, our lives. It is at these times when we may need help in overcoming these challenges; challenges like depression, anxiety, grief or loss, unresolved trauma, sleep disturbances, anger, or even alcohol or substance use concerns.
Jaymie Rowe
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCAS, CCS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Hickory, NC 28601
Therapy is a growth experience that can influence the way you view the world and yourself. As humans, we all experience times of discomfort and life transitions. Therapy is not only for those suffering from addiction or mental illness. It is also a way to gain skills, enhance your performance, and learn more about yourself. Barriers to becoming who you want to be can be explored in therapy and work to re-building life, relationships, and even your career.
Therapy is a growth experience that can influence the way you view the world and yourself. As humans, we all experience times of discomfort and life transitions. Therapy is not only for those suffering from addiction or mental illness. It is also a way to gain skills, enhance your performance, and learn more about yourself. Barriers to becoming who you want to be can be explored in therapy and work to re-building life, relationships, and even your career.
Solutions was founded in 2000. We are a private psychology and counseling practice dedicated to providing exceptional professional services in a warm and comfortable environment. We would love to meet you and help you to overcome your challenges and meet your goals.
Solutions was founded in 2000. We are a private psychology and counseling practice dedicated to providing exceptional professional services in a warm and comfortable environment. We would love to meet you and help you to overcome your challenges and meet your goals.
Amy brings a patient and calming spirit to therapy, along with her good spirited humor, creating a safe environment for her clients to address their needs. "Therapy can be hard work. It is important to feel accepted in the therapy space and have faith that your therapist "gets you" and is ready to bear witness to whatever need you bring to each session. I am truly grateful to get to witness this with my client and join them in their growth process." Amy enjoys working with individuals, couples, children and adolescents.
Amy brings a patient and calming spirit to therapy, along with her good spirited humor, creating a safe environment for her clients to address their needs. "Therapy can be hard work. It is important to feel accepted in the therapy space and have faith that your therapist "gets you" and is ready to bear witness to whatever need you bring to each session. I am truly grateful to get to witness this with my client and join them in their growth process." Amy enjoys working with individuals, couples, children and adolescents.
Katrina Belmont
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Hickory, NC 28602
I want to help create a foundation for your life in which you can grow, prosper, and live the most fulfilling life possible. We often underestimate the amount of resilience and ability we have to overcome obstacles in our lives. Therapy can help you cultivate that resilience.
I want to help create a foundation for your life in which you can grow, prosper, and live the most fulfilling life possible. We often underestimate the amount of resilience and ability we have to overcome obstacles in our lives. Therapy can help you cultivate that resilience.
My ideal client is anyone who is in need of help, wants to make a change, or interested in bettering their lives. Anyone looking for a therapist who is understanding, accepting, and cares about their overall forward progress.
My ideal client is anyone who is in need of help, wants to make a change, or interested in bettering their lives. Anyone looking for a therapist who is understanding, accepting, and cares about their overall forward progress.
Shauna E Allen
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hickory, NC 28601 (Online Only)
There’s excitement around babies—the coos, cuddles, and moments. Yet, new parenthood can be overwhelming, leaving you with brain fog, body changes, and isolation. I specialize in helping individuals and couples through fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum challenges as well as adults healing emotional wounds from childhood through reparenting. Whether you’re trying to conceive, managing pregnancy struggles, adjusting to life after birth, or you just want to enjoy your successes, I offer a supportive space to navigate these changes and reconnect with yourself and loved ones.
There’s excitement around babies—the coos, cuddles, and moments. Yet, new parenthood can be overwhelming, leaving you with brain fog, body changes, and isolation. I specialize in helping individuals and couples through fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum challenges as well as adults healing emotional wounds from childhood through reparenting. Whether you’re trying to conceive, managing pregnancy struggles, adjusting to life after birth, or you just want to enjoy your successes, I offer a supportive space to navigate these changes and reconnect with yourself and loved ones.
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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.