Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) Therapists in Philomath, OR

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Mark Whitney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Philomath, OR 97370
Waitlist for new clients
Live life intentionally. This is how most of us want to live our lives, with energy and purpose, spending our time doing those things that bring us joy and meaning, pursuing our dreams, aspiring to be the best versions of ourselves that we can be. Often, difficult thoughts and feelings get in the way of being the person we want to be for ourselves, for our loved ones, and sabotaging our vision of the life we’ve always dreamt of living. We get stuck. And in that inertia, it can be easy to lose contact with the things that matter the most to us in our lives. We may act in ways that are inconsistent with our values and goals.
Live life intentionally. This is how most of us want to live our lives, with energy and purpose, spending our time doing those things that bring us joy and meaning, pursuing our dreams, aspiring to be the best versions of ourselves that we can be. Often, difficult thoughts and feelings get in the way of being the person we want to be for ourselves, for our loved ones, and sabotaging our vision of the life we’ve always dreamt of living. We get stuck. And in that inertia, it can be easy to lose contact with the things that matter the most to us in our lives. We may act in ways that are inconsistent with our values and goals.
(541) 444-3128 View (541) 444-3128
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Shayna Kasdan
Professional Counselor Associate, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philomath, OR 97370  (Online Only)
I enjoy working collaboratively with children, adolescents, and adults around any issues they feel called to work on. I am passionate about walking alongside my clients as they navigate their own journey, utilizing skills and knowledge from our collective experiences and education. I take an eclectic and person centered approach to counseling, preferring to tailor my approach to the preferences and needs of each client. Some modalities I utilize regularly include: CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, narrative therapy, solution-focused therapy, strengths based therapy and integrating techniques from art and music therapy.
I enjoy working collaboratively with children, adolescents, and adults around any issues they feel called to work on. I am passionate about walking alongside my clients as they navigate their own journey, utilizing skills and knowledge from our collective experiences and education. I take an eclectic and person centered approach to counseling, preferring to tailor my approach to the preferences and needs of each client. Some modalities I utilize regularly include: CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, narrative therapy, solution-focused therapy, strengths based therapy and integrating techniques from art and music therapy.
(541) 644-4255 View (541) 644-4255
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Ashlie Newbill
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CSTS
Verified Verified
Philomath, OR 97370
Life throws us a curveball from time to time. Stressors that you maybe could've coped with in the past now feel overwhelming. Symptoms that you had kept at bay for years, are now making it hard to function. Sleepless nights, panic attacks, avoiding leaving the house, arguments with your partner, snapping at your kids...maybe even thinking that you wish it would all just stop because you're so tired. It doesn't have to be this way. Now is the time to reach out for support.
Life throws us a curveball from time to time. Stressors that you maybe could've coped with in the past now feel overwhelming. Symptoms that you had kept at bay for years, are now making it hard to function. Sleepless nights, panic attacks, avoiding leaving the house, arguments with your partner, snapping at your kids...maybe even thinking that you wish it would all just stop because you're so tired. It doesn't have to be this way. Now is the time to reach out for support.
(541) 366-6745 View (541) 366-6745
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Janda Grigsby
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Philomath, OR 97370
Waitlist for new clients
I use a person-centered approach to therapy. This means that I believe people are resourceful, capable of self-understanding, and are able to make the changes that they desire. By building a relationship based on respect, genuineness, and empathetic understanding I strive to create an environment where clients can work towards the growth and change they desire as I offer encouragement, support and constructive feedback along the way.
I use a person-centered approach to therapy. This means that I believe people are resourceful, capable of self-understanding, and are able to make the changes that they desire. By building a relationship based on respect, genuineness, and empathetic understanding I strive to create an environment where clients can work towards the growth and change they desire as I offer encouragement, support and constructive feedback along the way.
(503) 980-4165 View (503) 980-4165
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David E Carter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Philomath, OR 97370
We all become (at some point) shackled to a stuck version of ourselves. Being vulnerable enough to choose something other than our perfectly practiced persona can seem ~impossible. Is your ~asker too broken to learn another way? It takes courage to recreate, redefine, and let go of what doesn't work! "I Don't Know," become very important words when we choose to sail the rough seas...and yet, the risk can be so beautiful. It becomes excruciatingly clear that the pain of staying where we are, must become more acute than leaping into something wonderfully new!
We all become (at some point) shackled to a stuck version of ourselves. Being vulnerable enough to choose something other than our perfectly practiced persona can seem ~impossible. Is your ~asker too broken to learn another way? It takes courage to recreate, redefine, and let go of what doesn't work! "I Don't Know," become very important words when we choose to sail the rough seas...and yet, the risk can be so beautiful. It becomes excruciatingly clear that the pain of staying where we are, must become more acute than leaping into something wonderfully new!
(541) 224-6553 View (541) 224-6553
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Janice Imel
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Philomath, OR 97370  (Online Only)
It is important for a person to feel they have control of their life. I focus on empowering you to make up your own mind as to the direction you need to take to move your life forward. I make a commitment to work with you to develop a plan of treatment which includes skills and techniques to help you progress and will be useful your entire life - skills and techniques I use in my own life. According to the NIMH survey 2014 6.6% of Americans suffered from Major Depression & 5.7% suffered with Anxiety - you are not alone
It is important for a person to feel they have control of their life. I focus on empowering you to make up your own mind as to the direction you need to take to move your life forward. I make a commitment to work with you to develop a plan of treatment which includes skills and techniques to help you progress and will be useful your entire life - skills and techniques I use in my own life. According to the NIMH survey 2014 6.6% of Americans suffered from Major Depression & 5.7% suffered with Anxiety - you are not alone
(541) 516-1632 View (541) 516-1632
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Melissa Chamberlin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Philomath, OR 97370
I use an Integrated Holistic Mind-Body Approach: Neurocounseling, Positive Psychology, Somatic Psychotherapy, Neurotherapy bio-feedback, CBT, etc. I work with clients to develop individualized treatment action plans to resolve difficulties, address challenges, & focus on achieving goals. I specialize in Anxiety / Stress / Trauma; Relationship Dynamics & Communication Skills; Life & Career Direction; Transition Management; Depression; Grief & Loss. I assist in gaining knowledge & answers, forming new behaviors, overcoming barriers, support healing & development, & in creating positive relationships.
I use an Integrated Holistic Mind-Body Approach: Neurocounseling, Positive Psychology, Somatic Psychotherapy, Neurotherapy bio-feedback, CBT, etc. I work with clients to develop individualized treatment action plans to resolve difficulties, address challenges, & focus on achieving goals. I specialize in Anxiety / Stress / Trauma; Relationship Dynamics & Communication Skills; Life & Career Direction; Transition Management; Depression; Grief & Loss. I assist in gaining knowledge & answers, forming new behaviors, overcoming barriers, support healing & development, & in creating positive relationships.
(541) 705-3175 View (541) 705-3175
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Sandra Garver
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Philomath, OR 97370
I believe that everyone is doing the best they can with their current knowledge, skills and perspectives. You can "Feel the Way You Want to Feel" following the Rational Living approach. I practice staying in the moment, strive to accept what presents itself and work toward solutions.
I believe that everyone is doing the best they can with their current knowledge, skills and perspectives. You can "Feel the Way You Want to Feel" following the Rational Living approach. I practice staying in the moment, strive to accept what presents itself and work toward solutions.
(541) 230-7931 View (541) 230-7931
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Kate Aronoff
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Philomath, OR 97370
Not accepting new clients
*Practice is full.* Do you find yourself repeating the same dysfunctional patterns in relationships? Or maybe you feel like you're on high alert much of the time, waiting for something bad to happen? Maybe you've been reaching for a glass of wine just to help you sleep at night? Wounds from the past - divorce, abuse, loss, bullying, etc.- stick around, causing problems long after the events have ended. Often, we don't even realize the effect that trauma has on us. And if left untreated, these unwanted patterns will continue.
*Practice is full.* Do you find yourself repeating the same dysfunctional patterns in relationships? Or maybe you feel like you're on high alert much of the time, waiting for something bad to happen? Maybe you've been reaching for a glass of wine just to help you sleep at night? Wounds from the past - divorce, abuse, loss, bullying, etc.- stick around, causing problems long after the events have ended. Often, we don't even realize the effect that trauma has on us. And if left untreated, these unwanted patterns will continue.
(541) 636-9496 View (541) 636-9496
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Michele D Ribeiro
Psychologist, EdD, ABPP, CGP, AGPA-F
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Philomath, OR 97370
Not accepting new clients
Therapy is an opportunity for one to learn new skills, manage specific struggles or a mental illness, and build upon strengths that lead toward a more satisfying and meaningful life. My therapy style is interpersonal in nature which means I rely on building a strong relationship with my clients as the main avenue of change. My areas of expertise include working with clients facing any of the following issues: depression, anxiety, relationship distress, eating/body image, sexual, career uncertainty, and identity (race, nationality, sexual orientation, (trans)gender, age, religion/spirituality).
Therapy is an opportunity for one to learn new skills, manage specific struggles or a mental illness, and build upon strengths that lead toward a more satisfying and meaningful life. My therapy style is interpersonal in nature which means I rely on building a strong relationship with my clients as the main avenue of change. My areas of expertise include working with clients facing any of the following issues: depression, anxiety, relationship distress, eating/body image, sexual, career uncertainty, and identity (race, nationality, sexual orientation, (trans)gender, age, religion/spirituality).
(541) 293-1436 View (541) 293-1436
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Traci M Wendell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Philomath, OR 97370
Not accepting new clients
I work with adolescents and adults. I focus on helping people change unhappy patterns in their lives and find relief from suffering. I primarily utilize a psychodynamic approach which means helping clients gain insight into the dynamics of maladaptive patterns that have evolved in their lives. Gaining insight is often the first step, or the foundation, of positive change. I also do EMDR and parts work to facilitate recovery from trauma.
I work with adolescents and adults. I focus on helping people change unhappy patterns in their lives and find relief from suffering. I primarily utilize a psychodynamic approach which means helping clients gain insight into the dynamics of maladaptive patterns that have evolved in their lives. Gaining insight is often the first step, or the foundation, of positive change. I also do EMDR and parts work to facilitate recovery from trauma.
(458) 209-2263 View (458) 209-2263
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Laura M. Duncan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Philomath, OR 97370
Not accepting new clients
Welcome! All of us come to a time in our lives where we want to talk to someone. In a safe place to process our thoughts and feelings, while using self-compassion and nonjudgment. To come to a deeper understanding of our behaviors, emotions, and ideas, or what the root may be. We then develop our sense of clarity and pleasures in life. We cooperatively define the direction of your counseling session and goals. We are all unique in our humanity, as our situations and experiences are all different yet the same. And at the beginning of each day, we can all conclude "I am enough".
Welcome! All of us come to a time in our lives where we want to talk to someone. In a safe place to process our thoughts and feelings, while using self-compassion and nonjudgment. To come to a deeper understanding of our behaviors, emotions, and ideas, or what the root may be. We then develop our sense of clarity and pleasures in life. We cooperatively define the direction of your counseling session and goals. We are all unique in our humanity, as our situations and experiences are all different yet the same. And at the beginning of each day, we can all conclude "I am enough".
(458) 213-4350 View (458) 213-4350

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Regina Nowatzke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Corvallis, OR 97330
With 20 years of counseling experience, I have specialized training in EMDR, Solution Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Ego State Therapy, and Mindfulness.
I am a dedicated Clinical Social Worker with a passion for helping others navigate life's challenges. Throughout my career, I have focused on empowering clients to overcome obstacles, build resilience, and achieve holistic well-being. By blending innovative techniques with empathy, I provide high-quality support to individuals, ensuring they receive the care they need.
With 20 years of counseling experience, I have specialized training in EMDR, Solution Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Ego State Therapy, and Mindfulness.
I am a dedicated Clinical Social Worker with a passion for helping others navigate life's challenges. Throughout my career, I have focused on empowering clients to overcome obstacles, build resilience, and achieve holistic well-being. By blending innovative techniques with empathy, I provide high-quality support to individuals, ensuring they receive the care they need.
(541) 819-2549 View (541) 819-2549
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Hearthstone Therapy Services LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS Psy, LPC
Verified Verified
Corvallis, OR 97331  (Online Only)
My name is Laurie Dawkins MS Psy, LPC, I hold a Master of Science degree in psychology and I’m a licensed mental health therapist in Oregon. I believe that the difficulties and struggles we all experience in life need not define who we are or determine how we feel about ourselves, and I’m so glad you reached out as the first step towards healing and personal growth. Since you are a genuinely unique human being and no one else in the world has your biological make-up, personality, or life experiences, you and I can work together to create a personalized therapy plan to address your specific needs.
My name is Laurie Dawkins MS Psy, LPC, I hold a Master of Science degree in psychology and I’m a licensed mental health therapist in Oregon. I believe that the difficulties and struggles we all experience in life need not define who we are or determine how we feel about ourselves, and I’m so glad you reached out as the first step towards healing and personal growth. Since you are a genuinely unique human being and no one else in the world has your biological make-up, personality, or life experiences, you and I can work together to create a personalized therapy plan to address your specific needs.
(541) 845-3050 View (541) 845-3050
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Kathy Link
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Corvallis, OR 97330  (Online Only)
Positivity. No matter what you're going through, or have been through, my therapy style is warm, interactive, person-centered, and strengths-centered. I specialize in life transitions and grief and loss. I have experience with chronic illnesses, end-of-life issues, caregiver fatigue, anxiety, depression, stress management, and alcohol and drug abuse.
Positivity. No matter what you're going through, or have been through, my therapy style is warm, interactive, person-centered, and strengths-centered. I specialize in life transitions and grief and loss. I have experience with chronic illnesses, end-of-life issues, caregiver fatigue, anxiety, depression, stress management, and alcohol and drug abuse.
(503) 601-3842 View (503) 601-3842
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Coretta Fells
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Corvallis, OR 97330
Hi, I’m currently accepting new clients 18 years and older for solution-focused and goal-oriented therapy. Please contact me for a brief phone meet-and-greet to discuss the life changes that you desire to make. Note: due to efforts to meet my current client's needs it can possibly take up to 6 days for me to return your call. Thank you for understanding.
Hi, I’m currently accepting new clients 18 years and older for solution-focused and goal-oriented therapy. Please contact me for a brief phone meet-and-greet to discuss the life changes that you desire to make. Note: due to efforts to meet my current client's needs it can possibly take up to 6 days for me to return your call. Thank you for understanding.
(541) 272-6128 View (541) 272-6128
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Joanna Brodersen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Corvallis, OR 97330  (Online Only)
My therapeutic approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, such as, EMDR, CBT, I-CBT, Exposure Response Prevention Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy, and tailoring them to meet your needs.
Welcome and congratulations on starting your counseling journey! If you’re tired of feeling like you can’t understand why you don’t have energy, are confused about your life decisions, or continuing to cancel plans due to anxiety, I can help. I work primarily with individuals struggling with OCD, anxiety, trauma, life changes, and negative thoughts about yourself.
My therapeutic approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, such as, EMDR, CBT, I-CBT, Exposure Response Prevention Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy, and tailoring them to meet your needs.
Welcome and congratulations on starting your counseling journey! If you’re tired of feeling like you can’t understand why you don’t have energy, are confused about your life decisions, or continuing to cancel plans due to anxiety, I can help. I work primarily with individuals struggling with OCD, anxiety, trauma, life changes, and negative thoughts about yourself.
(314) 648-3745 View (314) 648-3745
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Edward H Rico
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSMHC, LPC, RYT
Verified Verified
Corvallis, OR 97330  (Online Only)
I have significant training in third wave cognitive behavioral therapy and a passion for solution focused, existential and narrative therapies.
Only accepting IHN and cash online clients. Do you sometimes feel like your own mind is against you? Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, intrusive thoughts, existential angst, lack of motivation, or interpersonal alienation and difficulty getting your needs met? I have a whole bag of tricks that I've developed in my 15+ year career that may help; and what I've found helps most is the therapeutic relationship itself. My goal as a counselor is always to be a mental health ally, to be present and focused. To help you figure out concrete and actionable goals to help you grow more towards being the best version of yourself.
I have significant training in third wave cognitive behavioral therapy and a passion for solution focused, existential and narrative therapies.
Only accepting IHN and cash online clients. Do you sometimes feel like your own mind is against you? Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, intrusive thoughts, existential angst, lack of motivation, or interpersonal alienation and difficulty getting your needs met? I have a whole bag of tricks that I've developed in my 15+ year career that may help; and what I've found helps most is the therapeutic relationship itself. My goal as a counselor is always to be a mental health ally, to be present and focused. To help you figure out concrete and actionable goals to help you grow more towards being the best version of yourself.
(541) 237-1591 View (541) 237-1591
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Taylor Gjesdal
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Corvallis, OR 97330
I provide clients with the collaborative support they need to make lasting change. Working from a strengths-based and systemic view, I strongly believe that every client has the ability to achieve their therapeutic goals. I bring a mix of humor, warmth, curiosity and openness to sessions and value the process of building trust and safety with my clients. I strive to deepen my understanding of client's physical, emotional and mental needs and assist them in their journey towards personal growth.
I provide clients with the collaborative support they need to make lasting change. Working from a strengths-based and systemic view, I strongly believe that every client has the ability to achieve their therapeutic goals. I bring a mix of humor, warmth, curiosity and openness to sessions and value the process of building trust and safety with my clients. I strive to deepen my understanding of client's physical, emotional and mental needs and assist them in their journey towards personal growth.
(541) 644-4673 View (541) 644-4673
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Oregon Directions
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Corvallis, OR 97333
Oregon Directions is a team of counselors accepting new clients now in Washington, Clackamas, Multnomah, Linn, Benton, Lincoln, & Lane Counties in Oregon. We provide the client the safe space and caring opportunity to be professionally counseled and supported with on-going assistance to grow and excel. Each client is unique and deserves special, professional care. Clients are not just a number, but multi-faceted humans beings, who are entitled to the best mental health and wellness care available. We have the counselors who are passionate and have dedicated themselves to achieving the best possible results for each client.
Oregon Directions is a team of counselors accepting new clients now in Washington, Clackamas, Multnomah, Linn, Benton, Lincoln, & Lane Counties in Oregon. We provide the client the safe space and caring opportunity to be professionally counseled and supported with on-going assistance to grow and excel. Each client is unique and deserves special, professional care. Clients are not just a number, but multi-faceted humans beings, who are entitled to the best mental health and wellness care available. We have the counselors who are passionate and have dedicated themselves to achieving the best possible results for each client.
(541) 818-0009 View (541) 818-0009

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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.