Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) Therapists in Arcadia, OK

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Stephanie Lane
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Arcadia, OK 73007
As your therapist, it is my role to assist you in achieving your goals. Whether you are in a challenging relationship with a spouse, partner, or in general, understanding yourself and relationship patterns can be key to making changes. Making the first step to address the change you need can be scary but is liberating when you feel heard and understood. As your therapist I will assist you in coming to a resolution that you feel empowered by. Whether it is grief, loss, trauma, abuse, job, depression, health, infertility we will work on finding a resolution.
As your therapist, it is my role to assist you in achieving your goals. Whether you are in a challenging relationship with a spouse, partner, or in general, understanding yourself and relationship patterns can be key to making changes. Making the first step to address the change you need can be scary but is liberating when you feel heard and understood. As your therapist I will assist you in coming to a resolution that you feel empowered by. Whether it is grief, loss, trauma, abuse, job, depression, health, infertility we will work on finding a resolution.
(405) 657-5295 View (405) 657-5295
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Cynthia (Cindy) Rose
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arcadia, OK 73007
My counseling philosophy begins by receiving clients with unconditional positive regard and creating a compassionate environment where clients feel safe and supported as they seek to navigate the difficulties of life. Complicated life experiences can lead to symptoms of anxiety, depression, and potentially learned helplessness that negatively impact our self-worth and behaviors in a profound way. I believe that engaging in therapy can increase human capacity for a richer, more meaningful life by clarifying our values and determining what is truly purposeful and fulfilling for our life.
My counseling philosophy begins by receiving clients with unconditional positive regard and creating a compassionate environment where clients feel safe and supported as they seek to navigate the difficulties of life. Complicated life experiences can lead to symptoms of anxiety, depression, and potentially learned helplessness that negatively impact our self-worth and behaviors in a profound way. I believe that engaging in therapy can increase human capacity for a richer, more meaningful life by clarifying our values and determining what is truly purposeful and fulfilling for our life.
(405) 927-4943 View (405) 927-4943
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Patti Moore
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arcadia, OK 73007
Not accepting new clients
My overall objective is to combine empathy, communication, & creativity to help clients find their purpose & plan for a healthy, happy, & hopeful life.
My overall objective is to combine empathy, communication, & creativity to help clients find their purpose & plan for a healthy, happy, & hopeful life.
(405) 873-6581 View (405) 873-6581

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Lacy Huffman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd , LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Edmond, OK 73034
Waitlist for new clients
Lacy utilizes Child Centered play therapy and solution focused therapy.
Lacy Huffman is a licensed professional counselor who works with children starting at age 3 up to adults. Lacy earned her masters at the University of Central Oklahoma in School Counseling. She has worked as a school counselor and pre-K teacher. During her time in the school system, she saw a need to meet students where they are and recognizes the very real worries young students have within schools. Lacy enjoyed helping students, teachers, and parents succeed by working as a team to achieve the best outcome for the child.
Lacy utilizes Child Centered play therapy and solution focused therapy.
Lacy Huffman is a licensed professional counselor who works with children starting at age 3 up to adults. Lacy earned her masters at the University of Central Oklahoma in School Counseling. She has worked as a school counselor and pre-K teacher. During her time in the school system, she saw a need to meet students where they are and recognizes the very real worries young students have within schools. Lacy enjoyed helping students, teachers, and parents succeed by working as a team to achieve the best outcome for the child.
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Joanna McLaughlin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmond, OK 73003
My hope is through our time together you will begin to find some healing as I incorporate Cognitive -Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and other types of treatment.
Starting therapy is one of the kindest things you can do for yourself. One of my greatest honors in life is being able to meet clients in the depths of their pain and to support them as they find healing. My clients are some of the bravest people I’ve ever met, and it’s been especially powerful to see them embrace love, forgiveness, and to be freed from shame. My heart is to work with those struggling with grief, anxiety, depression, and so much more. My approach is tailored to the needs of the client and I provide Faith-Based and Non Faith-Based therapy.
My hope is through our time together you will begin to find some healing as I incorporate Cognitive -Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and other types of treatment.
Starting therapy is one of the kindest things you can do for yourself. One of my greatest honors in life is being able to meet clients in the depths of their pain and to support them as they find healing. My clients are some of the bravest people I’ve ever met, and it’s been especially powerful to see them embrace love, forgiveness, and to be freed from shame. My heart is to work with those struggling with grief, anxiety, depression, and so much more. My approach is tailored to the needs of the client and I provide Faith-Based and Non Faith-Based therapy.
(405) 393-4595 View (405) 393-4595
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Christa Carrillo Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, PLLC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Edmond, OK 73013
I also, apply a client-centered and solution focused approach because of the ability to help the client explore their needs quickly and become empowered by their solutions.
Hello, my name is Christa Brown and I have the privilege of being in a field helping others. I will paraphrase an old Irish proverb to give an example of how I see the counseling relationship. "A tree alone in a storm may not have the best chance to survive or thrive, although, a tree that is amongst the forest in the storm has the best chance of survival and thriving." My hope is that in the counseling relationship my client's learn to draw from their own strength and the support of others to survive and thrive when they encounter storms in their lives.
I also, apply a client-centered and solution focused approach because of the ability to help the client explore their needs quickly and become empowered by their solutions.
Hello, my name is Christa Brown and I have the privilege of being in a field helping others. I will paraphrase an old Irish proverb to give an example of how I see the counseling relationship. "A tree alone in a storm may not have the best chance to survive or thrive, although, a tree that is amongst the forest in the storm has the best chance of survival and thriving." My hope is that in the counseling relationship my client's learn to draw from their own strength and the support of others to survive and thrive when they encounter storms in their lives.
(405) 759-8194 View (405) 759-8194
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Shawna Anne Ewing
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd, LPC-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Edmond, OK 73013
My goal is to create a warm, nonjudgmental space where you feel safe to explore your thoughts, emotions, and relationships. I believe each person has the strength inside them to overcome even the most difficult trials. I work with people who struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, social skills, self-worth, parenting difficult children, and couples. I also have experience with children with disabilities, helping them to learn learn coping skills, anger management, social skills and emotion regulation.
My goal is to create a warm, nonjudgmental space where you feel safe to explore your thoughts, emotions, and relationships. I believe each person has the strength inside them to overcome even the most difficult trials. I work with people who struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, social skills, self-worth, parenting difficult children, and couples. I also have experience with children with disabilities, helping them to learn learn coping skills, anger management, social skills and emotion regulation.
(405) 299-0594 View (405) 299-0594
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Aubrie Hodson Bayless
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, BC-TMH, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmond, OK 73013  (Online Only)
Due to current waitlist length, I am offering online downloads at aubrielpc.com. We are all looking for acceptance. From our family, our peers, our co-workers and employers. Sometimes we have things come up that make us feel like acceptance is far out of reach. I work from a client-centered, solution-focused, interactive, feminist therapy perspective to help clients and their families grow into the people they want to be and find healing with all age groups and backgrounds. I work with adolescents and adults with ADHD, Behavior Problems, Depression, Anxiety, Self-Esteem, Impulse Control, Life Coaching, and more.
Due to current waitlist length, I am offering online downloads at aubrielpc.com. We are all looking for acceptance. From our family, our peers, our co-workers and employers. Sometimes we have things come up that make us feel like acceptance is far out of reach. I work from a client-centered, solution-focused, interactive, feminist therapy perspective to help clients and their families grow into the people they want to be and find healing with all age groups and backgrounds. I work with adolescents and adults with ADHD, Behavior Problems, Depression, Anxiety, Self-Esteem, Impulse Control, Life Coaching, and more.
(405) 562-5340 View (405) 562-5340
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Melanie Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT, LADC
Verified Verified
Edmond, OK 73034
Other modalities utilized include narrative, play therapy, reality therapy, solution focused, and family systems model.
I am a (LPC) Licensed Professional Counselor, (LMFT) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and (LADC) Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I have been licensed since 1999, and provide therapy services, consultation and supervision. I have worked with families, foster families, couples, children, adolescent, teens and adults. I have provided individual, family and group services. I assist with parenting, support, relationships, grief, trauma, anger, depression, defiance, anxiety, ADHD, emotional regulation and sexual issues. I believe no one is beyond the hope of healing.
Other modalities utilized include narrative, play therapy, reality therapy, solution focused, and family systems model.
I am a (LPC) Licensed Professional Counselor, (LMFT) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and (LADC) Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I have been licensed since 1999, and provide therapy services, consultation and supervision. I have worked with families, foster families, couples, children, adolescent, teens and adults. I have provided individual, family and group services. I assist with parenting, support, relationships, grief, trauma, anger, depression, defiance, anxiety, ADHD, emotional regulation and sexual issues. I believe no one is beyond the hope of healing.
(405) 351-6460 View (405) 351-6460
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Tin Roof Counseling PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Choctaw, OK 73020
Skill building and a working relationship are most important! Our most successful clients benefitted from a combination of Person-Centered Therapy, Solution Focused, Mindfulness Practice, DBT Exercises, and CBT Exercises.
We are a small, 2 person agency in Choctaw! Lanita Toelle LPC is accepting clients! We love working with Teenagers and adults. We accept Pre-Teens, Young Adults, Adults and Families. Clients work collaboratively, discuss expectations at onset, bring in family members as needed, set and evaluate goals. Communication is key! Issues and Stressors include; Chronic Depression, Childhood Trauma, Anxiety, Grief, Relationship and Communication problems, Career Exploration, Focusing Issues, and Pre-Martial Counseling. Please contact us via email for more info!
Skill building and a working relationship are most important! Our most successful clients benefitted from a combination of Person-Centered Therapy, Solution Focused, Mindfulness Practice, DBT Exercises, and CBT Exercises.
We are a small, 2 person agency in Choctaw! Lanita Toelle LPC is accepting clients! We love working with Teenagers and adults. We accept Pre-Teens, Young Adults, Adults and Families. Clients work collaboratively, discuss expectations at onset, bring in family members as needed, set and evaluate goals. Communication is key! Issues and Stressors include; Chronic Depression, Childhood Trauma, Anxiety, Grief, Relationship and Communication problems, Career Exploration, Focusing Issues, and Pre-Martial Counseling. Please contact us via email for more info!
(405) 351-6381 View (405) 351-6381
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Whitney Wiley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Edmond, OK 73013
I also like to integrate Solution Focused Therapy to allow my clients to get the most out of our sessions and Strategic Family Therapy to help improve relationships and family dynamics.
Hello! My name is Whitney Wiley and I am passionate about helping people! As a board certified Licensed Professional Counselor that has worked in the mental health field for 7 years, I incorporate strong therapeutic skills that allow me to enhance the connections with my clients and allow them to feel comfortable during sessions. I strive to create an atmosphere of trust while providing quality and compassionate mental health services that will strengthen my clients’ overall well-being.
I also like to integrate Solution Focused Therapy to allow my clients to get the most out of our sessions and Strategic Family Therapy to help improve relationships and family dynamics.
Hello! My name is Whitney Wiley and I am passionate about helping people! As a board certified Licensed Professional Counselor that has worked in the mental health field for 7 years, I incorporate strong therapeutic skills that allow me to enhance the connections with my clients and allow them to feel comfortable during sessions. I strive to create an atmosphere of trust while providing quality and compassionate mental health services that will strengthen my clients’ overall well-being.
(405) 451-2076 View (405) 451-2076
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Fabiana Males
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Edmond, OK 73003
Common areas of types of specialty I work with are related to adjustment issues of changes and/or disorders, divorce, blended family issues, behavioral issues, anxiety, depression, bereavement, grief, obsessions (OCD), women's issues, Cognitive behavioral Therapy, "talk therapy", solution focused, psychoanalytical, Spiritual counseling, life changes, etc.
Are you feeling stressed, tired, sad and/or anxious, or just need someone to talk to? Whatever the problem is, You will see that I am easy to talk to and you will feel safe to say what is in your mind. It is imperative to have a positive experience and feel compatible with your therapist. I believe everyone goes through rough times in their lives and no one is saved from problems. I treat everyone with the upmost respect and dignity they deserve and understand the importance of compassion and being understood as essential in the therapeutic process.
Common areas of types of specialty I work with are related to adjustment issues of changes and/or disorders, divorce, blended family issues, behavioral issues, anxiety, depression, bereavement, grief, obsessions (OCD), women's issues, Cognitive behavioral Therapy, "talk therapy", solution focused, psychoanalytical, Spiritual counseling, life changes, etc.
Are you feeling stressed, tired, sad and/or anxious, or just need someone to talk to? Whatever the problem is, You will see that I am easy to talk to and you will feel safe to say what is in your mind. It is imperative to have a positive experience and feel compatible with your therapist. I believe everyone goes through rough times in their lives and no one is saved from problems. I treat everyone with the upmost respect and dignity they deserve and understand the importance of compassion and being understood as essential in the therapeutic process.
(405) 451-4978 View (405) 451-4978
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Mike Eric Covington
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LADC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Edmond, OK 73013
I have reveived training in CBT, TF-CBT, MI, SFBT, family dynamics, addiction, co-occurring, and more.
Few open spots. I believe that every individual is capable of cultivating change through commitment, effort, and vulnerability. During the therapeutic process I empower clients to use their existing strengths. My specialty areas include the following: marital/couples, men's issues, adjustment disorders, ODD/ADHD, anxiety spectrum, substance abuse/addictions, pre-teen challenges, trauma, and grief/loss.
I have reveived training in CBT, TF-CBT, MI, SFBT, family dynamics, addiction, co-occurring, and more.
Few open spots. I believe that every individual is capable of cultivating change through commitment, effort, and vulnerability. During the therapeutic process I empower clients to use their existing strengths. My specialty areas include the following: marital/couples, men's issues, adjustment disorders, ODD/ADHD, anxiety spectrum, substance abuse/addictions, pre-teen challenges, trauma, and grief/loss.
(405) 826-4867 View (405) 826-4867
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Michelle M Morris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oklahoma City, OK 73151  (Online Only)
Overwhelmed? Have you said or someone told you, “You’re a hot mess?” Do you need a cheerleader, someone who genuinely cares and nurtures your growth? Look no further! I see a limited number of people per week to keep my practice person-centered around you. There are available hours for most needs, including evenings. My private practice, The Open Gate is exclusively telehealth. In today’s world, people are overextended and trying to find balance. My walk is all about balance and finding the path that best matches your needs. I want to help people who are motivated for change and can benefit from support and strategies.
Overwhelmed? Have you said or someone told you, “You’re a hot mess?” Do you need a cheerleader, someone who genuinely cares and nurtures your growth? Look no further! I see a limited number of people per week to keep my practice person-centered around you. There are available hours for most needs, including evenings. My private practice, The Open Gate is exclusively telehealth. In today’s world, people are overextended and trying to find balance. My walk is all about balance and finding the path that best matches your needs. I want to help people who are motivated for change and can benefit from support and strategies.
(419) 314-4880 View (419) 314-4880
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Saundra Farley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Edmond, OK 73013
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapies, EMDR, EFT Tapping, and creative expression in treating those surviving from trauma and abuse, experiencing anxiety and depression to heal and help create new ways to avert crisis and manage difficulties.
Life can present us with challenges that are often overwhelming, preventing us from experiencing joy and happiness. My role is helping others find their own unique solutions by assessing the difficulties they're experiencing in their lives. By exploring and identifying their strengths and how they have successfully used them in the past, they can gain a new and different perspective that is essential in improving relationships. Are you ready for change? Do you want to improve your relationship with your spouse, children, or parents?
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapies, EMDR, EFT Tapping, and creative expression in treating those surviving from trauma and abuse, experiencing anxiety and depression to heal and help create new ways to avert crisis and manage difficulties.
Life can present us with challenges that are often overwhelming, preventing us from experiencing joy and happiness. My role is helping others find their own unique solutions by assessing the difficulties they're experiencing in their lives. By exploring and identifying their strengths and how they have successfully used them in the past, they can gain a new and different perspective that is essential in improving relationships. Are you ready for change? Do you want to improve your relationship with your spouse, children, or parents?
(405) 896-3508 View (405) 896-3508
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Catrina Labrie
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmond, OK 73013
I am so proud of you for taking this first step into healing journey! You've heard the sayings...I’m not worthy, I’m nobody, I lost hope a long time ago, I’ll always be this way, I’ll never get through this. All of these sayings are what most of us believed at some point on this journey called life. Searching for a glimmer of hope seems impossible when life makes you feel that you are all alone. Those are all lies that we are forced to believe, but there is hope for those misguided beliefs. You are powerful, strong, and worthy. I would love to walk alongside you on this journey and help you find strength, hope, and peace.
I am so proud of you for taking this first step into healing journey! You've heard the sayings...I’m not worthy, I’m nobody, I lost hope a long time ago, I’ll always be this way, I’ll never get through this. All of these sayings are what most of us believed at some point on this journey called life. Searching for a glimmer of hope seems impossible when life makes you feel that you are all alone. Those are all lies that we are forced to believe, but there is hope for those misguided beliefs. You are powerful, strong, and worthy. I would love to walk alongside you on this journey and help you find strength, hope, and peace.
(405) 963-3033 View (405) 963-3033
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Cody McCain
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Oklahoma City, OK 73151
With individuals I primarily use cognitive behavioral therapy, or solution focused brief therapy.
In my practice I see clients of all ages, for therapy and testing/evaluations. I specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse/dependence, behavior disorders and family systems issues. Most of my clients present with a combination of symptoms. I tailor treatment to the specific needs of the client and use research proven techniques to meet the needs of the individual, or family, in a collaborative setting. I teach healthy coping skills to address a wide range of symptoms.
With individuals I primarily use cognitive behavioral therapy, or solution focused brief therapy.
In my practice I see clients of all ages, for therapy and testing/evaluations. I specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse/dependence, behavior disorders and family systems issues. Most of my clients present with a combination of symptoms. I tailor treatment to the specific needs of the client and use research proven techniques to meet the needs of the individual, or family, in a collaborative setting. I teach healthy coping skills to address a wide range of symptoms.
(405) 295-0361 View (405) 295-0361
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Ben Thompson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Edmond, OK 73013
If you want a therapist dedicated to helping you and/or your marriage who will challenge you and the ways you do things with directness, humor, honesty, and care, please give me a call. I can help if you are willing to take an honest look into yourself and your patterns and dedicate yourself to changing. As your therapist I will help you find ways to break through your limiting patterns and beliefs so you can move forward and live the life and have the relationship you want. Warning: my therapy is not easy and not for everyone, as it is challenging and requires humility and courage to do the hard work of changing.
If you want a therapist dedicated to helping you and/or your marriage who will challenge you and the ways you do things with directness, humor, honesty, and care, please give me a call. I can help if you are willing to take an honest look into yourself and your patterns and dedicate yourself to changing. As your therapist I will help you find ways to break through your limiting patterns and beliefs so you can move forward and live the life and have the relationship you want. Warning: my therapy is not easy and not for everyone, as it is challenging and requires humility and courage to do the hard work of changing.
(405) 835-3549 View (405) 835-3549
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Fred L. McGinn
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LADC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Edmond, OK 73034
One of my primary goals as a therapist is to highlight the tendency we have to let the problems we experience interfere with the things in life that we value most. This can leave us feeling extremely frustrated, unfulfilled, and even hopeless! I want to help people learn to practice acceptance and mindfulness, as we develop and determine a sense of direction, with the goal of restoring a sense of meaning and purpose in life.
One of my primary goals as a therapist is to highlight the tendency we have to let the problems we experience interfere with the things in life that we value most. This can leave us feeling extremely frustrated, unfulfilled, and even hopeless! I want to help people learn to practice acceptance and mindfulness, as we develop and determine a sense of direction, with the goal of restoring a sense of meaning and purpose in life.
(405) 896-7243 View (405) 896-7243
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Leah Danley
Counselor, MS, MEd, LPC, RD, LD
Verified Verified
Edmond, OK 73013
As a licensed professional counselor & a registered dietitian, I am uniquely suited to offer you comprehensive treatment addressing your mind and body. If you come to me, be ready to do life-changing work. Through internal parts work, energy, somatic awareness, and emdr therapies, we delve beyond talk therapy alone to find the underlying roots that are causing chaos in your life. Your belief system is respected as we hold a spiritual container for our work. I love my job because many clients graduate as empowered individuals, removing the blocks to their highest potential. Danleycounseling.com has info on Intensives or reg. session
As a licensed professional counselor & a registered dietitian, I am uniquely suited to offer you comprehensive treatment addressing your mind and body. If you come to me, be ready to do life-changing work. Through internal parts work, energy, somatic awareness, and emdr therapies, we delve beyond talk therapy alone to find the underlying roots that are causing chaos in your life. Your belief system is respected as we hold a spiritual container for our work. I love my job because many clients graduate as empowered individuals, removing the blocks to their highest potential. Danleycounseling.com has info on Intensives or reg. session
(405) 455-8226 View (405) 455-8226

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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.