Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) Therapists in Garden City, NY

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Lindsay Weber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530
I’m Lindsay Weber, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a passion for helping anxious millennials who are navigating the challenges of chronic illness. My mission is to empower you by providing therapy that is as unique as you are, creating a supportive environment for personal growth and healing. Specializing in working with millennials dealing with anxiety, chronic illness, depression, and life transitions, I understand the complex interplay between mental health and chronic conditions. My approach is compassionate and client-centered, ensuring that you feel heard, understood, and valued.
I’m Lindsay Weber, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a passion for helping anxious millennials who are navigating the challenges of chronic illness. My mission is to empower you by providing therapy that is as unique as you are, creating a supportive environment for personal growth and healing. Specializing in working with millennials dealing with anxiety, chronic illness, depression, and life transitions, I understand the complex interplay between mental health and chronic conditions. My approach is compassionate and client-centered, ensuring that you feel heard, understood, and valued.
(516) 518-3932 View (516) 518-3932
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Jessica Corea
Counselor, LMHC, CASAC-T
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530
I utilize various treatment techniques from Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Brief Solution Focused Therapy and Eclectic Therapy.
You deserve to live a happier and healthier life. Together, we can begin to understand your situation, and then create a plan that will address the issues that are causing you stress. Do you feel overwhelmed with issues that are unmanageable to deal with? Are you unsure about how to achieve your goals? Therapy is a powerful tool utilized to help resolve the problems you are experiencing. It strengthens our coping tools and our sense of self. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, compulsions/addictions, relationship issues, self-esteem, and developing action plans to address goal setting.
I utilize various treatment techniques from Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Brief Solution Focused Therapy and Eclectic Therapy.
You deserve to live a happier and healthier life. Together, we can begin to understand your situation, and then create a plan that will address the issues that are causing you stress. Do you feel overwhelmed with issues that are unmanageable to deal with? Are you unsure about how to achieve your goals? Therapy is a powerful tool utilized to help resolve the problems you are experiencing. It strengthens our coping tools and our sense of self. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, compulsions/addictions, relationship issues, self-esteem, and developing action plans to address goal setting.
(516) 280-7285 View (516) 280-7285
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Lucia Castellano
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530  (Online Only)
Some of the therapeutic approaches that I utilize are Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy and Crisis Intervention.
Helping change lives is one of the greatest privileges in life. I am a fully licensed clinical mental health counselor providing psychotherapy services. I can assist with those struggling with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, negative thoughts, illness, loss and letting go of old patterns to promote a healthier lifestyle.
Some of the therapeutic approaches that I utilize are Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy and Crisis Intervention.
Helping change lives is one of the greatest privileges in life. I am a fully licensed clinical mental health counselor providing psychotherapy services. I can assist with those struggling with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, negative thoughts, illness, loss and letting go of old patterns to promote a healthier lifestyle.
(347) 851-8386 View (347) 851-8386
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Sally Ann Rizzuto
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530
I collaborate with my clients to determine which method of treatment is best for them and offer brief, solution focused therapy or less time constrained analytical therapy.
Have you been contemplating seeing a therapist but are not sure it is for you or would be helpful? There are many reasons a person may seek therapy. People usually seek therapy because they are unhappy or dissatisfied with their life and want or need change. Mental health issues, addictions to chemicals or unhealthy lifestyles, family or relationship issues or a general discontent with your life and the choices that are not working anymore are some of the reasons to seek treatment. Therapy is also a perfect addition to a wellness or self improvement and/or self exploration practice.
I collaborate with my clients to determine which method of treatment is best for them and offer brief, solution focused therapy or less time constrained analytical therapy.
Have you been contemplating seeing a therapist but are not sure it is for you or would be helpful? There are many reasons a person may seek therapy. People usually seek therapy because they are unhappy or dissatisfied with their life and want or need change. Mental health issues, addictions to chemicals or unhealthy lifestyles, family or relationship issues or a general discontent with your life and the choices that are not working anymore are some of the reasons to seek treatment. Therapy is also a perfect addition to a wellness or self improvement and/or self exploration practice.
(516) 986-1238 View (516) 986-1238
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Joan D. Atwood
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
Garden City, NY 11530
My style and beliefs are to create a safe environment within which individuals, couples, and families can explore their issues and challenges. I do this using brief solution focused therapy embedded in a narrative view. This means that I assist people in seeing their lives in more healthy ways as they overcome the challenges in their lives. This occurs in an atmosphere of empowerment and growth.
My style and beliefs are to create a safe environment within which individuals, couples, and families can explore their issues and challenges. I do this using brief solution focused therapy embedded in a narrative view. This means that I assist people in seeing their lives in more healthy ways as they overcome the challenges in their lives. This occurs in an atmosphere of empowerment and growth.
(516) 513-8425 View (516) 513-8425
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Cynthia L. Piretto
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Garden City, NY 11530
At United Marriage and Family Therapy, I specialize in working with couples, families, and individuals assisting them to succeed at their relationships and life in general. I provide services to high functioning clients from a place of positivity, strength, humor and solution focused energy. My approach is stemmed from the belief that we all have the power to live our best and most authentic life if we can face the world with a true understanding of ourselves, how we process information, how we get in our own way of success and/or personal happiness, and why we make the choices we do.
At United Marriage and Family Therapy, I specialize in working with couples, families, and individuals assisting them to succeed at their relationships and life in general. I provide services to high functioning clients from a place of positivity, strength, humor and solution focused energy. My approach is stemmed from the belief that we all have the power to live our best and most authentic life if we can face the world with a true understanding of ourselves, how we process information, how we get in our own way of success and/or personal happiness, and why we make the choices we do.
(516) 350-5713 View (516) 350-5713
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Deluge International, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-R, CPC, ELI-MP
Verified Verified
Garden City, NY 11530
I work with individuals who are at the beginning stages of recognizing their own strength.If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
I work with individuals who are at the beginning stages of recognizing their own strength.If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
(516) 714-4913 View (516) 714-4913
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Patricia Jensen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CCTP, PC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11599
We all desire happiness, fulfillment and peace - but how do we get there when we feel like we have so little control over our situations? Healthy individuals and relationships are the cornerstone of our well-being, however, at times we all feel like we have lost control or are overwhelmed by challenges and changes in our lives. As a Marriage and Family Therapist I will help you recognize and change ineffective, repetitive or destructive patterns of thoughts, communication and behavior in a safe, supervised atmosphere. Together we will focus on strengths, healthy interactions, goals and solutions to achieve positive changes in your life and relationships.
We all desire happiness, fulfillment and peace - but how do we get there when we feel like we have so little control over our situations? Healthy individuals and relationships are the cornerstone of our well-being, however, at times we all feel like we have lost control or are overwhelmed by challenges and changes in our lives. As a Marriage and Family Therapist I will help you recognize and change ineffective, repetitive or destructive patterns of thoughts, communication and behavior in a safe, supervised atmosphere. Together we will focus on strengths, healthy interactions, goals and solutions to achieve positive changes in your life and relationships.
(516) 284-4394 View (516) 284-4394
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Dr. Christine Romano
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, EMDR, CST
Verified Verified
20 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530  (Online Only)
My unparalleled background in counseling, education, supervision, and research will help you through techniques that are emotionally guiding, culturally sensitive, strengths based, motivational, and solution focused.
Wellness, sex, and relationships play a vital role in our everyday lives so let's work together to achieve your individual goals and relationship satisfaction. My dedication and passion for guiding clients and supervisees is unmatched as I not only help you survive, but thrive. My treatment and supervision specializations include trauma, anxiety, sex and intimacy, sexual dysfunctions, sexuality exploration, gender diversity, and relationships. My experience in counselor education, counseling supervision, and research supports counselors-in-training seeking personal growth, multicultural competency, and professional development.
My unparalleled background in counseling, education, supervision, and research will help you through techniques that are emotionally guiding, culturally sensitive, strengths based, motivational, and solution focused.
Wellness, sex, and relationships play a vital role in our everyday lives so let's work together to achieve your individual goals and relationship satisfaction. My dedication and passion for guiding clients and supervisees is unmatched as I not only help you survive, but thrive. My treatment and supervision specializations include trauma, anxiety, sex and intimacy, sexual dysfunctions, sexuality exploration, gender diversity, and relationships. My experience in counselor education, counseling supervision, and research supports counselors-in-training seeking personal growth, multicultural competency, and professional development.
(914) 339-5716 View (914) 339-5716
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Dr. Alicia Poliard
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CFLE
Verified Verified
Garden City, NY 11530  (Online Only)
Life can be difficult. Whether dealing with relationship conflict, life transitions, grief, loss or parenting issues, the challenges of life can take a toll on our sense of well-being. If you are feeling hopeless, finding it hard to let go, or simply need a place to heal, you have come to the right place. As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I have worked extensively with individuals, couples, and families of diverse backgrounds, utilizing a therapeutic approach that is safe, supportive, non-judgmental, and solution focused. I offer therapy sessions that are confidential and tailored to fit your needs.
Life can be difficult. Whether dealing with relationship conflict, life transitions, grief, loss or parenting issues, the challenges of life can take a toll on our sense of well-being. If you are feeling hopeless, finding it hard to let go, or simply need a place to heal, you have come to the right place. As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I have worked extensively with individuals, couples, and families of diverse backgrounds, utilizing a therapeutic approach that is safe, supportive, non-judgmental, and solution focused. I offer therapy sessions that are confidential and tailored to fit your needs.
(407) 487-9167 View (407) 487-9167
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Ilana Keehn - Caring Counseling & Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Garden City, NY 11530
Over 20 years of experience helping adults, adolescents and children overcome obstacles to greater happiness and success. I am both empathetic as well as solution -focused in my approach and can help facilitate a more productive, positive approach to problem-solving. To book now, click on the "website" button or copy & paste: shorturl.at/mrwHW
Over 20 years of experience helping adults, adolescents and children overcome obstacles to greater happiness and success. I am both empathetic as well as solution -focused in my approach and can help facilitate a more productive, positive approach to problem-solving. To book now, click on the "website" button or copy & paste: shorturl.at/mrwHW
(516) 518-8095 View (516) 518-8095
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Valerie Graf
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530
Valerie Graf, LMSW, has dedicated most of her professional career to supporting individuals and couples across various life stages (ages 5 and up). She specializes in treating Anxiety, Trauma, Relationship Issues, Phobias, Identity Issues, Job Coaching, Autism, ADHD, OCD, LGBTQIA+ Care, and Peak Performance.
Valerie Graf, LMSW, has dedicated most of her professional career to supporting individuals and couples across various life stages (ages 5 and up). She specializes in treating Anxiety, Trauma, Relationship Issues, Phobias, Identity Issues, Job Coaching, Autism, ADHD, OCD, LGBTQIA+ Care, and Peak Performance.
(646) 759-9040 View (646) 759-9040
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Dr. Mary E Rzeszut
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Garden City, NY 11530  (Online Only)
Skilled in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Mind/Body Medicine for treatment of anxiety, depression, chronic pain and stress from illness.
Many of life's stressors can interfere in the ability to maintain emotional and physical well being. My practice is client centered so we will work on the issues most important to you and develop goals, and treatment plans of therapy or coaching together, to help you live your best life. I work with individuals, couples and families in many areas including life transitions, work related stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief and chronic disease. I have over 17 years of experience as a therapist and as well as medical social work experience with a deep understanding of the mind body connection.
Skilled in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Mind/Body Medicine for treatment of anxiety, depression, chronic pain and stress from illness.
Many of life's stressors can interfere in the ability to maintain emotional and physical well being. My practice is client centered so we will work on the issues most important to you and develop goals, and treatment plans of therapy or coaching together, to help you live your best life. I work with individuals, couples and families in many areas including life transitions, work related stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief and chronic disease. I have over 17 years of experience as a therapist and as well as medical social work experience with a deep understanding of the mind body connection.
(516) 986-3693 View (516) 986-3693
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Jamie Silverman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Garden City, NY 11530
Welcome! I am a licensed clinical social worker who has worked in a variety of settings with children, adolescents and adults with an array of needs. This has provided me the opportunity to hone my craft gaining experience with individuals from all walks of life. Regardless of setting, each individual is unique. I strive to create a safe space for my clients to feel free to be themselves. Asking for help can sometimes feel overwhelming. My approach is warm and non-judgmental. My down-to-earth nature is often what clients are drawn to. I would love the opportunity to assist you on your journey of growth and healing.
Welcome! I am a licensed clinical social worker who has worked in a variety of settings with children, adolescents and adults with an array of needs. This has provided me the opportunity to hone my craft gaining experience with individuals from all walks of life. Regardless of setting, each individual is unique. I strive to create a safe space for my clients to feel free to be themselves. Asking for help can sometimes feel overwhelming. My approach is warm and non-judgmental. My down-to-earth nature is often what clients are drawn to. I would love the opportunity to assist you on your journey of growth and healing.
(631) 791-6524 View (631) 791-6524
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Sue Banahan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Garden City, NY 11530
My clinical practice focuses on the treatment of individuals and families impacted by addiction, divorce, depression, mood and anxiety disorders utilizing traditional and holistic approaches. I offer in person office sessions and telehealth sessions via phone and facetime. Emotional self-care is so important to manage the emotional “lava of life”. Talk therapy is a gentle process to reduce the “lava of life”
My clinical practice focuses on the treatment of individuals and families impacted by addiction, divorce, depression, mood and anxiety disorders utilizing traditional and holistic approaches. I offer in person office sessions and telehealth sessions via phone and facetime. Emotional self-care is so important to manage the emotional “lava of life”. Talk therapy is a gentle process to reduce the “lava of life”
(516) 730-9870 View (516) 730-9870
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Michelle Barnathan
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530
Working with adolescents and young adults has always been my passion. As a former school counselor, I use my knowledge of the school system in conjunction with cognitive behavioral therapy to guide teens throughout their educational experience. With specializations in ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, and LGBTQ, I work closely with each individual client to determine goals and create a realistic long-term plan.
Working with adolescents and young adults has always been my passion. As a former school counselor, I use my knowledge of the school system in conjunction with cognitive behavioral therapy to guide teens throughout their educational experience. With specializations in ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, and LGBTQ, I work closely with each individual client to determine goals and create a realistic long-term plan.
(516) 518-2939 View (516) 518-2939
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Gabrielle Schwartz
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530
The first step is always the hardest, no matter what you’re struggling with. I believe that with the right tools and mindset, you can make some serious changes to the way you live your life. I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, and adults who struggle with ADHD, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, grief, relationship complications, and LGBTQ issues. In my practice, I make sure to create a safe, welcoming, judge-free environment where you are free to be yourself.
The first step is always the hardest, no matter what you’re struggling with. I believe that with the right tools and mindset, you can make some serious changes to the way you live your life. I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, and adults who struggle with ADHD, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, grief, relationship complications, and LGBTQ issues. In my practice, I make sure to create a safe, welcoming, judge-free environment where you are free to be yourself.
(516) 415-0553 View (516) 415-0553
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Anella C Pereira
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Garden City, NY 11530  (Online Only)
I provide bilingual (Spanish and English) short term, goal oriented individual, couples and family therapy within a humanistic framework. My areas of specialization include working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families dealing with behavior, low self-esteem, anxiety, relationship and multi-cultural issues and those experiencing crisis and traumatic stress. I work hand in hand with community agencies providing support services to victims of domestic violence. My passion for the profession and empathetic approach has inspired my clients' trust. I create a safe and supportive environment where, in collaboration with my clients, we explore solutions bringing about positive change.
I provide bilingual (Spanish and English) short term, goal oriented individual, couples and family therapy within a humanistic framework. My areas of specialization include working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families dealing with behavior, low self-esteem, anxiety, relationship and multi-cultural issues and those experiencing crisis and traumatic stress. I work hand in hand with community agencies providing support services to victims of domestic violence. My passion for the profession and empathetic approach has inspired my clients' trust. I create a safe and supportive environment where, in collaboration with my clients, we explore solutions bringing about positive change.
(516) 495-3206 View (516) 495-3206
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D. Lani McElgun
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Garden City, NY 11530
Not accepting new clients
Hello and welcome. As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I provide therapy services to individuals, couples and families on a wide range of topics, including but not limited to pre-marital, adolescents, blended/stepfamilies, anxiety/stress, anger, divorce, midlife issues. Therapy is goal oriented utilizing a professional, educational and empathetic approach. I look forward to hearing from you so that we can begin the process of working together to achieving your goals.
Hello and welcome. As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I provide therapy services to individuals, couples and families on a wide range of topics, including but not limited to pre-marital, adolescents, blended/stepfamilies, anxiety/stress, anger, divorce, midlife issues. Therapy is goal oriented utilizing a professional, educational and empathetic approach. I look forward to hearing from you so that we can begin the process of working together to achieving your goals.
(516) 513-8354 View (516) 513-8354
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Victoria Goldenberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530
Feeling stuck in a rut? Struggling with the weight of anxiety, depression, or PTSD? If this sounds like your story, I’m here to help you. Together, we will address your here-and-now problems while unraveling the underlying patterns and unconscious influences shaping your emotions and behaviors. This dual approach will guide you on a transformative journey, bringing clarity, peace, and resolution from the past, fostering lasting change for your present and future.
Feeling stuck in a rut? Struggling with the weight of anxiety, depression, or PTSD? If this sounds like your story, I’m here to help you. Together, we will address your here-and-now problems while unraveling the underlying patterns and unconscious influences shaping your emotions and behaviors. This dual approach will guide you on a transformative journey, bringing clarity, peace, and resolution from the past, fostering lasting change for your present and future.
(347) 514-6790 View (347) 514-6790
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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.