Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) Therapists in Kew Gardens, NY

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Liza M. Noble
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Kew Gardens, NY 11415  (Online Only)
LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE! A phrase we often hear but seldom get to experience fully. And why? Because oftentimes people are going through life SURVIVING instead of truly LIVING. We make choices out of fear instead of love. When we are in SURVIVAL mode, we think only to stabilize ourselves in the moment. We may feel anxious, depressed, angry, or burnout. We may struggle with isolation, substance misuse, relationships, or risky behavior. In LIVING mode we are able to regulate our emotions appropriately, communicate effectively with others, maintain boundaries, practice self care, feel safe in our own body and THRIVE.
LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE! A phrase we often hear but seldom get to experience fully. And why? Because oftentimes people are going through life SURVIVING instead of truly LIVING. We make choices out of fear instead of love. When we are in SURVIVAL mode, we think only to stabilize ourselves in the moment. We may feel anxious, depressed, angry, or burnout. We may struggle with isolation, substance misuse, relationships, or risky behavior. In LIVING mode we are able to regulate our emotions appropriately, communicate effectively with others, maintain boundaries, practice self care, feel safe in our own body and THRIVE.
(929) 295-4740 View (929) 295-4740
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Josephine Chiajung Chen
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, MS, MHC LP
Verified Verified
Kew Gardens, NY 11415
Everyone deserves a good life. Emotional wellness is an ability to cope effectively with life and build satisfying relationships with others. I believe the positive relational bond is characterized by personal warmth, empathy and acceptance. The positive relationship builds up the trust and encourages the self-disclosure. I will create a comfortable, supportive and reliable environment for clients where they feel more comfortable to explore their feelings, identify aspects of their lives that they would like to change, better understand themselves, set personal goals, work toward desired change and achieve the desired outcome.
Everyone deserves a good life. Emotional wellness is an ability to cope effectively with life and build satisfying relationships with others. I believe the positive relational bond is characterized by personal warmth, empathy and acceptance. The positive relationship builds up the trust and encourages the self-disclosure. I will create a comfortable, supportive and reliable environment for clients where they feel more comfortable to explore their feelings, identify aspects of their lives that they would like to change, better understand themselves, set personal goals, work toward desired change and achieve the desired outcome.
(929) 492-2483 View (929) 492-2483
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Marie N Gelin
Counselor, MSW, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kew Gardens, NY 11415
There are times we all can use some support and motivation to make adjustments in our lives. If you are in need for a change and want to make a change ... I would like to help! I am a caring therapist with many years of clinical experience working with family, couple, individual with mental health issues, anxiety disorders, depression, relationship issues, substance abuse or addictions. I also provide DWI/DUI assessment. Through empathy approach, I help client discover new avenues to deal with their problems positively, take control over of their daily stressors and look forward to a new beginning.
There are times we all can use some support and motivation to make adjustments in our lives. If you are in need for a change and want to make a change ... I would like to help! I am a caring therapist with many years of clinical experience working with family, couple, individual with mental health issues, anxiety disorders, depression, relationship issues, substance abuse or addictions. I also provide DWI/DUI assessment. Through empathy approach, I help client discover new avenues to deal with their problems positively, take control over of their daily stressors and look forward to a new beginning.
(516) 605-3099 View (516) 605-3099
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Ashley Gopaul
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kew Gardens, NY 11415  (Online Only)
I am an Indo-Caribbean therapist whose therapy style is a non-judgemental, culturally competent, intersectional approach to mental health care. I believe therapy is a safe space to be your true self, which means allowing yourself to feel vulnerable and express the more difficult emotions, and to put yourself first.
I am an Indo-Caribbean therapist whose therapy style is a non-judgemental, culturally competent, intersectional approach to mental health care. I believe therapy is a safe space to be your true self, which means allowing yourself to feel vulnerable and express the more difficult emotions, and to put yourself first.
(347) 527-4649 View (347) 527-4649
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Alicia Gomera
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kew Gardens, NY 11415
I, Alicia Gomera, LMHC am currently accepting clients for myself. At Thriving Mental Health Counseling PLLC you will also find individual, couples, and family counselors who are compassionate, empathetic, and trained. We work to understand each individual's experience, and then teach the appropriate coping skills addressing the reported challenges. We will assist you with processing past and current trauma, help you gain insight on your behavior patterns, teach you evidence based coping skills for your emotional stability. We enjoy empowering each individual with the information, insight, and tools needed to thrive in life.
I, Alicia Gomera, LMHC am currently accepting clients for myself. At Thriving Mental Health Counseling PLLC you will also find individual, couples, and family counselors who are compassionate, empathetic, and trained. We work to understand each individual's experience, and then teach the appropriate coping skills addressing the reported challenges. We will assist you with processing past and current trauma, help you gain insight on your behavior patterns, teach you evidence based coping skills for your emotional stability. We enjoy empowering each individual with the information, insight, and tools needed to thrive in life.
(347) 997-1869 View (347) 997-1869
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Jessica A Glass
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kew Gardens, NY 11415  (Online Only)
Welcome to your mental health journey. For many, the idea of therapy can be filled with mystery. When someone thinks of therapy, they might imagine an old chaise lounge, conversations focused on childhood, or being told what to do. Sometimes, therapy can involve a chaise lounge and may also be about childhood but therapists rarely answer the question "What should I do?". As your therapist, I provide a safe space and help you develop the effective coping tools that you need to find your path and take action that matches your values to rediscover yourself.
Welcome to your mental health journey. For many, the idea of therapy can be filled with mystery. When someone thinks of therapy, they might imagine an old chaise lounge, conversations focused on childhood, or being told what to do. Sometimes, therapy can involve a chaise lounge and may also be about childhood but therapists rarely answer the question "What should I do?". As your therapist, I provide a safe space and help you develop the effective coping tools that you need to find your path and take action that matches your values to rediscover yourself.
(929) 238-8261 View (929) 238-8261
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Linton Francois
MHC-LP
Verified Verified
Kew Gardens, NY 11415  (Online Only)
Depression, trauma, anxiety, and relationship difficulties can keep us from living the life that we deserve. Psychotherapy can help us develop the necessary tools to cope and process our way through life’s challenges. I am a trained psychotherapist who enjoys working with adults and couples. My non-judgmental approach facilitates a safe and encouraging atmosphere where clients feel comfortable exploring and challenging their innermost thoughts.
Depression, trauma, anxiety, and relationship difficulties can keep us from living the life that we deserve. Psychotherapy can help us develop the necessary tools to cope and process our way through life’s challenges. I am a trained psychotherapist who enjoys working with adults and couples. My non-judgmental approach facilitates a safe and encouraging atmosphere where clients feel comfortable exploring and challenging their innermost thoughts.
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Alice Garfinkel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PLLC
Verified Verified
Kew Gardens, NY 11415
It is important to have physical and mental well-being.Therapy is a process of self discovery and healing. I believe in the process and help people understand that we do it together. It takes time to work on one's issues but I believe in the process of growth and positive change. I help people recognize that you have to love oneself , feel you deserve to be happier and do the work to make that happen.I believe that people are survivors and can overcome obstacles. I look up insurance benefits for patients and do all billing to lessen patient worry over this. I provide telehealth therapy for those who work from home or are disabled
It is important to have physical and mental well-being.Therapy is a process of self discovery and healing. I believe in the process and help people understand that we do it together. It takes time to work on one's issues but I believe in the process of growth and positive change. I help people recognize that you have to love oneself , feel you deserve to be happier and do the work to make that happen.I believe that people are survivors and can overcome obstacles. I look up insurance benefits for patients and do all billing to lessen patient worry over this. I provide telehealth therapy for those who work from home or are disabled
(917) 688-2326 View (917) 688-2326
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Bernice Brief
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, BCD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Kew Gardens, NY 11415
Healing comes in many guises. We can heal from a cut hand with a band aid, we can heal from a broken bone by setting it and isolating it in a cast, but when we heal from hurting feelings and trauma, we're not as savvy on how to heal this. Sometimes, when we're traumatized, we don't know what to do to feel better.
Healing comes in many guises. We can heal from a cut hand with a band aid, we can heal from a broken bone by setting it and isolating it in a cast, but when we heal from hurting feelings and trauma, we're not as savvy on how to heal this. Sometimes, when we're traumatized, we don't know what to do to feel better.
(347) 442-7846 View (347) 442-7846
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Alicia Diorio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Kew Gardens, NY 11415
Alicia Diorio is a Child Therapist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker located in Forest Hills, Queens. She has been practicing in the mental health field for 15 years and has acquired formal training in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Clinical work on the Inpatient Child Psychiatric Unit and in the Partial Hospitalization Program for Children and Adolescents, has provided a wide range of expertise in mental health and psychiatric conditions. Currently in private practice, she specializes in the treatment of children and adolescents. An Integrative approach combines techniques from various orientations.
Alicia Diorio is a Child Therapist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker located in Forest Hills, Queens. She has been practicing in the mental health field for 15 years and has acquired formal training in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Clinical work on the Inpatient Child Psychiatric Unit and in the Partial Hospitalization Program for Children and Adolescents, has provided a wide range of expertise in mental health and psychiatric conditions. Currently in private practice, she specializes in the treatment of children and adolescents. An Integrative approach combines techniques from various orientations.
(347) 580-5163 View (347) 580-5163
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Family and Personal Counseling
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Kew Gardens, NY 11415
We are by your side! No matter the issue that you are facing... anxiety, depression, life issues, family issues, grief, trauma, couples therapy, stress relief, etc... we are ready to help. In this widely acclaimed practice, Ron Villano, M.S., LMHC, ASAC, CCH has assembled an elite team of over 35 providers. Our decades of success in talk therapy comes from creating a customized approach designed to encourage you to face your challenges with new life skills and professional support. You are here looking for that fresh start... and we will answer your call TODAY.
We are by your side! No matter the issue that you are facing... anxiety, depression, life issues, family issues, grief, trauma, couples therapy, stress relief, etc... we are ready to help. In this widely acclaimed practice, Ron Villano, M.S., LMHC, ASAC, CCH has assembled an elite team of over 35 providers. Our decades of success in talk therapy comes from creating a customized approach designed to encourage you to face your challenges with new life skills and professional support. You are here looking for that fresh start... and we will answer your call TODAY.
(516) 774-4316 View (516) 774-4316
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Cerene Prince
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Kew Gardens, NY 11415  (Online Only)
Is your child struggling with anxiety or teen seem distant and agitated? Are you dealing with relationship issues or sudden mood changes? I am, Cerene Prince a holistic psychotherapist dedicated to delivering therapy with deep sensitivity with understanding using my clinical expertise in child, adult and family issues of involving anxieties, depression, ADHD, anger issues, life transitions, trauma, -isms and relationships struggles.
Is your child struggling with anxiety or teen seem distant and agitated? Are you dealing with relationship issues or sudden mood changes? I am, Cerene Prince a holistic psychotherapist dedicated to delivering therapy with deep sensitivity with understanding using my clinical expertise in child, adult and family issues of involving anxieties, depression, ADHD, anger issues, life transitions, trauma, -isms and relationships struggles.
(516) 200-1174 View (516) 200-1174
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Gabriella Mastronardi
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Kew Gardens, NY 11415
Hello! You deserve to live a life you are proud of and can feel good about. As a psychotherapist, I work with clients of diverse backgrounds and varying interests. I strive to provide an honest and compassionate space that encourages individuality. I work with clients suffering from a wide range of mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, eating disorders, relationship issues, stress, mood disorders, emotional disturbances, behavioral issues, and life transitions.
Hello! You deserve to live a life you are proud of and can feel good about. As a psychotherapist, I work with clients of diverse backgrounds and varying interests. I strive to provide an honest and compassionate space that encourages individuality. I work with clients suffering from a wide range of mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, eating disorders, relationship issues, stress, mood disorders, emotional disturbances, behavioral issues, and life transitions.
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Peter L Manzo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kew Gardens, NY 11415
Life can be challenging at times as you deal with the stressors of trying to manage time, school, work, parenting, relationships, or marriage. Often, we ignore the impact these stressors have on our mental wellness, and it can lead to stress and anxiety. Sometimes, it’s just hard to cope and you are not alone. I would like to help mediate your troubles and promote healing by helping you develop strategies that can help reduce anxieties and stress. Together, we will work to develop coping skills to manage the problems that brought you to this point in your life.
Life can be challenging at times as you deal with the stressors of trying to manage time, school, work, parenting, relationships, or marriage. Often, we ignore the impact these stressors have on our mental wellness, and it can lead to stress and anxiety. Sometimes, it’s just hard to cope and you are not alone. I would like to help mediate your troubles and promote healing by helping you develop strategies that can help reduce anxieties and stress. Together, we will work to develop coping skills to manage the problems that brought you to this point in your life.
(718) 717-8984 View (718) 717-8984

More Therapists Nearby

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Georgia Trimikliniotis
Counselor, MSEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Forest Hills, NY 11375  (Online Only)
My approach is tailored to your needs, using modalities including Mindfulness, CBT, DBT, Solution Focused, Interpersonal, and Multi-cultural therapeutic approaches.
Finding a therapist to start the journey toward healing can be scary, but it does not have to be. Through therapy together we can work towards achieving your goal in a safe, compassionate, and authentic environment. Our feelings can shed light on understanding the complexities of our lives and situations. Often emotions are layered, causing us to feel lost, confused, anxious, and even powerless. Life changes can occur without a formal "heads up" whether it's starting something new like a career, school, or relationship or even parenting can feel daunting without the proper support.
My approach is tailored to your needs, using modalities including Mindfulness, CBT, DBT, Solution Focused, Interpersonal, and Multi-cultural therapeutic approaches.
Finding a therapist to start the journey toward healing can be scary, but it does not have to be. Through therapy together we can work towards achieving your goal in a safe, compassionate, and authentic environment. Our feelings can shed light on understanding the complexities of our lives and situations. Often emotions are layered, causing us to feel lost, confused, anxious, and even powerless. Life changes can occur without a formal "heads up" whether it's starting something new like a career, school, or relationship or even parenting can feel daunting without the proper support.
(332) 239-6586 View (332) 239-6586
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Robert B Hendel
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Forest Hills, NY 11375  (Online Only)
I use an eclectic style, rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, solution focused, & trauma sensitive techniques to support meaningful change & personal growth.
The decision to begin therapy takes courage and careful consideration. I am here to give support and encouragement to help you process and overcome difficulties that contribute to anxiety, depression, and any other challenges. I work to build a trusting, reliable, and judgment-free relationship to help you explore your feelings. You will find compassion, empathy, and respect as I work collabortively with you, to help you realize your potential.
I use an eclectic style, rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, solution focused, & trauma sensitive techniques to support meaningful change & personal growth.
The decision to begin therapy takes courage and careful consideration. I am here to give support and encouragement to help you process and overcome difficulties that contribute to anxiety, depression, and any other challenges. I work to build a trusting, reliable, and judgment-free relationship to help you explore your feelings. You will find compassion, empathy, and respect as I work collabortively with you, to help you realize your potential.
(347) 836-5369 View (347) 836-5369
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Megan Richardson
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Flushing, NY 11355  (Online Only)
I'm Megan Richardson, LMHC. My approach to therapy is solution focused and evidence based. I work collaboratively with my clients to help them rediscover their strength and resiliency. Areas of focus include helping adults navigate life transitions, relationship conflict, stress management, low self-esteem, depression, and anxiety. I work with adults but have and will see older teenagers. I support individuals, couples, and families experiencing a transition (which include attending college), emotion dysregulation, difficulty coping with stress, anxiety and/or depression.
I'm Megan Richardson, LMHC. My approach to therapy is solution focused and evidence based. I work collaboratively with my clients to help them rediscover their strength and resiliency. Areas of focus include helping adults navigate life transitions, relationship conflict, stress management, low self-esteem, depression, and anxiety. I work with adults but have and will see older teenagers. I support individuals, couples, and families experiencing a transition (which include attending college), emotion dysregulation, difficulty coping with stress, anxiety and/or depression.
(646) 466-4752 View (646) 466-4752
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Tanesha Morgan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Forest Hills, NY 11375  (Online Only)
I am a solution focused, wellness and recovery-oriented, person centered, trauma informed, culturally appropriate clinician who seeks to help clients understand the power they have to grow and impact their mental health treatment.
I help clients to be learn how to identify and communicate their needs. I help clients to navigate their presenting problems in order to not be a prisoner of their past. Together we work on ways to become stronger, more resilient, more confident and to love yourself more.
I am a solution focused, wellness and recovery-oriented, person centered, trauma informed, culturally appropriate clinician who seeks to help clients understand the power they have to grow and impact their mental health treatment.
I help clients to be learn how to identify and communicate their needs. I help clients to navigate their presenting problems in order to not be a prisoner of their past. Together we work on ways to become stronger, more resilient, more confident and to love yourself more.
(646) 956-2738 View (646) 956-2738
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Susan Marie Horvatits
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, NYSCPS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Forest Hills, NY 11375  (Online Only)
Focuses include: crisis, trauma, LGBTQIA+, Domestic Violence, Cultural Sensitivity, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Empowerment, Advocacy, Agency, CBT, SFBT, DBT, REBT, and Existential Therapy.
The most integral aspect of counseling is coming from a person centered, peer and trauma informed focus that is collaborative and culturally sensitive, meaning, providing you with the autonomy and agency to decide what coping skills, care, and approach is best suited for you. Working as a team is imperative in order for each session to feel like a conversation and not something purely clinical. Providing you with resources you need and desire, along with actively listening, being empathic, and present, creates the ideal atmosphere for healing. It is my honor and privilege to be of assistance to you.
Focuses include: crisis, trauma, LGBTQIA+, Domestic Violence, Cultural Sensitivity, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Empowerment, Advocacy, Agency, CBT, SFBT, DBT, REBT, and Existential Therapy.
The most integral aspect of counseling is coming from a person centered, peer and trauma informed focus that is collaborative and culturally sensitive, meaning, providing you with the autonomy and agency to decide what coping skills, care, and approach is best suited for you. Working as a team is imperative in order for each session to feel like a conversation and not something purely clinical. Providing you with resources you need and desire, along with actively listening, being empathic, and present, creates the ideal atmosphere for healing. It is my honor and privilege to be of assistance to you.
(631) 405-7043 View (631) 405-7043
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Renee DelRossi, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Flushing, NY 11375  (Online Only)
Hi, my name is Renee DelRossi. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), School Certified Social Worker, CASAC, and Queer-Identified Therapist in New York and Delaware. My preferred pronouns are she/her/hers and they/them/theirs. I cultivate compassionate, non-judgmental, and supportive therapeutic services. I believe that the therapeutic relationship provides a safe space for identity exploration, allowing individuals to more fully embody their truth in their day-to-day lives. I offer a non-judgmental, compassionate, and encouraging experience to assist with whatever difficulties an individual is facing.
Hi, my name is Renee DelRossi. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), School Certified Social Worker, CASAC, and Queer-Identified Therapist in New York and Delaware. My preferred pronouns are she/her/hers and they/them/theirs. I cultivate compassionate, non-judgmental, and supportive therapeutic services. I believe that the therapeutic relationship provides a safe space for identity exploration, allowing individuals to more fully embody their truth in their day-to-day lives. I offer a non-judgmental, compassionate, and encouraging experience to assist with whatever difficulties an individual is facing.
(929) 262-3982 View (929) 262-3982

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.