Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) Therapists in San Diego County, CA

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Shurren Garlejo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92114
My theoretical orientations focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy.
I am Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a private practice in San Diego Ca. My goal is to create a safe space where my clients feel free to tackle difficult situations and face their fears. You will walk away feeling heard and empowered. I approach my clients on a unique basis and focus on individual trauma, attachment or relationship issues that can affect the day-to-day life cycles.
My theoretical orientations focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy.
I am Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a private practice in San Diego Ca. My goal is to create a safe space where my clients feel free to tackle difficult situations and face their fears. You will walk away feeling heard and empowered. I approach my clients on a unique basis and focus on individual trauma, attachment or relationship issues that can affect the day-to-day life cycles.
(619) 870-8610 View (619) 870-8610
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Eva Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92119
You feel like your mind is in a constant state of overwhelm between your responsibilities to yourself, your job, your loved ones. The competing roles, running to-do list, expectations keep you up at night, making the days feel like survival mode: Will I ever feel normal again? When will I ever be able to catch up? Will I ever be able to reset and find calm? You feel it in your bones that you need a break to re-evaluate, but you can’t ever seem to make the time. Maybe you hold yourself to expectations that no longer fit your life, or maybe they never did. It's time to freedom in who you are now.
You feel like your mind is in a constant state of overwhelm between your responsibilities to yourself, your job, your loved ones. The competing roles, running to-do list, expectations keep you up at night, making the days feel like survival mode: Will I ever feel normal again? When will I ever be able to catch up? Will I ever be able to reset and find calm? You feel it in your bones that you need a break to re-evaluate, but you can’t ever seem to make the time. Maybe you hold yourself to expectations that no longer fit your life, or maybe they never did. It's time to freedom in who you are now.
(619) 614-7556 View (619) 614-7556
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Julia Burke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92101
Hi, I’m Julia and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I strive to create a space where my clients feel validated and supported. Using a collaborative and solution-focused approach, I work with my clients to help them be their most authentic selves and process life’s stressors. Whether it is to manage work stress, family turmoil, life stages, or everyday stress, everyone deserves space to work through these challenges and for someone to listen. Pulling from my experience and education, I utilize a collaborative, solution-focused, and strength-based approach. I am honored to partner with you during your process!
Hi, I’m Julia and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I strive to create a space where my clients feel validated and supported. Using a collaborative and solution-focused approach, I work with my clients to help them be their most authentic selves and process life’s stressors. Whether it is to manage work stress, family turmoil, life stages, or everyday stress, everyone deserves space to work through these challenges and for someone to listen. Pulling from my experience and education, I utilize a collaborative, solution-focused, and strength-based approach. I am honored to partner with you during your process!
(619) 775-2721 View (619) 775-2721
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Dylan Tayag
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oceanside, CA 92056  (Online Only)
The primary types of treatment that I utilize are: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused and Client-Centered Therapy.
I am a licensed therapist (LCSW) specialized in serving transition-aged youth, young adults and middle-aged adults. Most of my training and expertise has been centered around treatment for trauma, depression, and anxiety. I offer collaborative guidance to my clients as they explore new perspectives, coping strategies, and interpersonal solutions.
The primary types of treatment that I utilize are: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused and Client-Centered Therapy.
I am a licensed therapist (LCSW) specialized in serving transition-aged youth, young adults and middle-aged adults. Most of my training and expertise has been centered around treatment for trauma, depression, and anxiety. I offer collaborative guidance to my clients as they explore new perspectives, coping strategies, and interpersonal solutions.
(909) 317-1298 View (909) 317-1298
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Jennifer Lara
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ASW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92103
Childhood trauma can cripple us, it creates overpowering ‘intense’ emotions such as anxiety, depression, and anger when left unattended which begins to create physical symptoms to defend our bodies from the internal wounds. Has there ever been a time in your life where you have experienced this reaction? Are you experiencing these feelings based on current or past trauma from childhood, early teens, adolescence, adulthood, or as a senior? I aim to utilize a variety of actionable techniques to help reduce trauma related symptoms and make lasting changes in life.
Childhood trauma can cripple us, it creates overpowering ‘intense’ emotions such as anxiety, depression, and anger when left unattended which begins to create physical symptoms to defend our bodies from the internal wounds. Has there ever been a time in your life where you have experienced this reaction? Are you experiencing these feelings based on current or past trauma from childhood, early teens, adolescence, adulthood, or as a senior? I aim to utilize a variety of actionable techniques to help reduce trauma related symptoms and make lasting changes in life.
(760) 214-9581 View (760) 214-9581
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Shawn Dee Hartless
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT, LEP
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92109
I work in a goal-oriented/solution focused approach.
I specialize in assessment of Learning Disabilities including Reading (Dyslexia), Writing (Dysgraphia), Math (Dyscalculia), and Oral Expression, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD,) Autism or Asperger's, Pervasive Developemental Disorder, and Gifted students. I develop learning profiles in order to highlight which instructional methods are most and least effective with the child. I also, determine if there is a need for accommodations on SAT, ACT, AP and graduate school exams.
I work in a goal-oriented/solution focused approach.
I specialize in assessment of Learning Disabilities including Reading (Dyslexia), Writing (Dysgraphia), Math (Dyscalculia), and Oral Expression, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD,) Autism or Asperger's, Pervasive Developemental Disorder, and Gifted students. I develop learning profiles in order to highlight which instructional methods are most and least effective with the child. I also, determine if there is a need for accommodations on SAT, ACT, AP and graduate school exams.
(858) 914-4674 View (858) 914-4674
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Tiffany Avery
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92117
My name is Tiffany Marie Avery, and I am Clinical Licensed Social Worker. My approach to therapy is client centered, strength-based and solution focused to help individuals reach their highest potential. My experience is in residential and outpatient substance use treatment, in which I’ve worked with dual-diagnosed clients. My experience has provided me a strong foundation in working to address trauma, depression, anxiety, family issues, and substance use.
My name is Tiffany Marie Avery, and I am Clinical Licensed Social Worker. My approach to therapy is client centered, strength-based and solution focused to help individuals reach their highest potential. My experience is in residential and outpatient substance use treatment, in which I’ve worked with dual-diagnosed clients. My experience has provided me a strong foundation in working to address trauma, depression, anxiety, family issues, and substance use.
(619) 815-5484 View (619) 815-5484
Barbara Fouts
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Poway, CA 92064
I primarily use logical consequences, cognitive behavior, and a solution focused approach as well as hypnosis and thought field therapy, drawing on differing theoretical frameworks to meet differing needs.
As a Marriage/Family therapist and Educational Psychologist I assist individuals, families, couples and children overcome difficulties and begin the process of change in a safe, supportive environment. I specialize in Behavioral Issues, PTSD, relationships, parenting, effective communication, grief and loss, ADHD and Life Transitions. I help the whole person within their family, social environment and community. As a therapist and person I am committed to helping my clients create their journey through life in a positive, affirming manner.
I primarily use logical consequences, cognitive behavior, and a solution focused approach as well as hypnosis and thought field therapy, drawing on differing theoretical frameworks to meet differing needs.
As a Marriage/Family therapist and Educational Psychologist I assist individuals, families, couples and children overcome difficulties and begin the process of change in a safe, supportive environment. I specialize in Behavioral Issues, PTSD, relationships, parenting, effective communication, grief and loss, ADHD and Life Transitions. I help the whole person within their family, social environment and community. As a therapist and person I am committed to helping my clients create their journey through life in a positive, affirming manner.
(858) 381-5633 View (858) 381-5633
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Sierra Family Therapy Center San Diego
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92130
Solution Focused, Motivational Interviewing, Somatic treatment, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Parent Child Relationship Therapy, and Attachment Based Therapy.
At Sierra Family Therapy, we offer a wide range of treatment to provide deep healing and recovery. We offer Individual, Family, Couples, and Child/Adolescent treatment. We work with a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, stress, dealing with grief, loss, loneliness, interpersonal relationships, trauma work using EMDR/Brainspotting, resolving sexual difficulties, healing childhood wounds, eating disorders, learning effective communication and anger release, overcoming money and power struggles, exploring purpose and meaning in life, and freeing creativity, spontaneity and joy.
Solution Focused, Motivational Interviewing, Somatic treatment, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Parent Child Relationship Therapy, and Attachment Based Therapy.
At Sierra Family Therapy, we offer a wide range of treatment to provide deep healing and recovery. We offer Individual, Family, Couples, and Child/Adolescent treatment. We work with a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, stress, dealing with grief, loss, loneliness, interpersonal relationships, trauma work using EMDR/Brainspotting, resolving sexual difficulties, healing childhood wounds, eating disorders, learning effective communication and anger release, overcoming money and power struggles, exploring purpose and meaning in life, and freeing creativity, spontaneity and joy.
(619) 329-9107 View (619) 329-9107
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Heather Swisher
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92130  (Online Only)
I am skilled in using EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), Gottman Couples Therapy, CBT, DBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, and Grief Therapy.
Welcome! My name is Heather Swisher and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I believe that therapy should be collaborative and organic.  I specialize in treating adults with individual therapy and EMDR Therapy. I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities and tailor treatment according to the needs of each client. It is my goal to ensure your comfort and to create a safe space filled with warmth, authenticity, and empathy for each person who walks through my door. As a therapist, I feel honored to be able to hear each person's story and join them on their journey towards healing and growth,
I am skilled in using EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), Gottman Couples Therapy, CBT, DBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, and Grief Therapy.
Welcome! My name is Heather Swisher and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I believe that therapy should be collaborative and organic.  I specialize in treating adults with individual therapy and EMDR Therapy. I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities and tailor treatment according to the needs of each client. It is my goal to ensure your comfort and to create a safe space filled with warmth, authenticity, and empathy for each person who walks through my door. As a therapist, I feel honored to be able to hear each person's story and join them on their journey towards healing and growth,
(619) 900-6966 View (619) 900-6966
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Natasha Prime
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075  (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Natasha and I have had the pleasure of helping people with life transitions for 30 years. I am passionate about helping people through the trials and tribulations of life and helping them find the strengths that are often already within. I use a systems based approach, considering all factors that may be impacting a person in crisis - whether that be individual, family, peers, community, work, school, gender, substance use, culture, or social media influences - to help them find a more fulfilling way to live.
Hello! My name is Natasha and I have had the pleasure of helping people with life transitions for 30 years. I am passionate about helping people through the trials and tribulations of life and helping them find the strengths that are often already within. I use a systems based approach, considering all factors that may be impacting a person in crisis - whether that be individual, family, peers, community, work, school, gender, substance use, culture, or social media influences - to help them find a more fulfilling way to live.
(858) 736-9057 View (858) 736-9057
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Kiya Duviella, M.S., LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92108
The primary influences in my treatment style are Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral, Solution Focused and Collaborative.
I am a licensed Marriage, Family and Child Therapist who has worked in the mental health field with diverse populations for many years. My areas of expertise include working with children (age 3 to 12), Adolescents (13 to 18), Domestic Violence within families, sexually-abused children, adolescents and adults, at-risk youth, men, women, couples, families that struggle with trauma, parenting challenges, self-esteem challenges, self-esteem and empowerment for teens and adults, behavior and emotion regulation, adjustment and transitional challenges, depression, anxiety, stress management, dual diagnosis/co-occurring disorders, as well as intellectual challenges.
The primary influences in my treatment style are Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral, Solution Focused and Collaborative.
I am a licensed Marriage, Family and Child Therapist who has worked in the mental health field with diverse populations for many years. My areas of expertise include working with children (age 3 to 12), Adolescents (13 to 18), Domestic Violence within families, sexually-abused children, adolescents and adults, at-risk youth, men, women, couples, families that struggle with trauma, parenting challenges, self-esteem challenges, self-esteem and empowerment for teens and adults, behavior and emotion regulation, adjustment and transitional challenges, depression, anxiety, stress management, dual diagnosis/co-occurring disorders, as well as intellectual challenges.
(858) 346-7720 View (858) 346-7720
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Adam Moore
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
La Mesa, CA 91942
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in San Diego, California who has been working in the field of psychology since 2013. I have experience working in residential, schools, outpatient, and crisis settings as well as work now in my own private practice with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, panic attacks, addiction, relationship issues, parenting problems, social concerns, life transitions, grief/loss, trauma, abuse, crisis situations, and general adjustment issues. I have diagnosed and helped clients work through most of the disorders listed in the DSM-5.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in San Diego, California who has been working in the field of psychology since 2013. I have experience working in residential, schools, outpatient, and crisis settings as well as work now in my own private practice with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, panic attacks, addiction, relationship issues, parenting problems, social concerns, life transitions, grief/loss, trauma, abuse, crisis situations, and general adjustment issues. I have diagnosed and helped clients work through most of the disorders listed in the DSM-5.
(619) 345-5939 View (619) 345-5939
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Melissa Lanza
Psychologist, PhD, LPCC
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92117
I know how difficult making changes in your life can be. Asking for help and support is a sign of strength and commitment to improving your life. I am here to help you on your personal journey to achieve a life filled with peace, happiness, and emotional well-being. My goal is to empower you to find personal strategies to discover your full potential. Using therapeutic approaches with proven results, I am able to help identify behaviors and/or thoughts might be holding you back from living a meaningful and happy life. To make an appointment, please visit my website and choose "Initial Assessment.”
I know how difficult making changes in your life can be. Asking for help and support is a sign of strength and commitment to improving your life. I am here to help you on your personal journey to achieve a life filled with peace, happiness, and emotional well-being. My goal is to empower you to find personal strategies to discover your full potential. Using therapeutic approaches with proven results, I am able to help identify behaviors and/or thoughts might be holding you back from living a meaningful and happy life. To make an appointment, please visit my website and choose "Initial Assessment.”
(858) 414-3523 View (858) 414-3523
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Hazzel Angulo
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92103
I also assist in your healing process by utilizing CBT, mindfulness, and Solution Focused Therapy.
Trauma, anxiety, and addiction can make you feel stuck. The most important step towards healing is to address the unresolved emotion inside you. Healing requires feelings. Acceptance slowly dissolves pain. When we function from the fear and scarring of our trauma, the cycles continue until we learn how to transmute that energy into love. I apply a Holistic approach that integrates physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual forms of well-being, addressing the “whole” self. Through a holistic framework tailored to your unique needs, the goal is to support you develop a deeper understanding of the self on all these levels.
I also assist in your healing process by utilizing CBT, mindfulness, and Solution Focused Therapy.
Trauma, anxiety, and addiction can make you feel stuck. The most important step towards healing is to address the unresolved emotion inside you. Healing requires feelings. Acceptance slowly dissolves pain. When we function from the fear and scarring of our trauma, the cycles continue until we learn how to transmute that energy into love. I apply a Holistic approach that integrates physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual forms of well-being, addressing the “whole” self. Through a holistic framework tailored to your unique needs, the goal is to support you develop a deeper understanding of the self on all these levels.
(213) 531-5473 View (213) 531-5473
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Jodi Ashton, MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Mesa, CA 91941
I am a therapist who uses practical knowledge, is interactive, and solution-focused. My treatment approach is to provide support and feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns.
I am a therapist who uses practical knowledge, is interactive, and solution-focused. My treatment approach is to provide support and feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns.
(619) 493-4398 View (619) 493-4398
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Pedro Ivan Soltero
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Poway, CA 92064
Modalities I use range from Client-centered, Interpersonal Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Solution Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and EMDR sessions to overcome past trauma.
Hello, my name is Pedro Soltero, and I am a bilingual (Spanish) Licensed Marriage and Family therapist with over 8 years of experience. My goal is to help clients explore and understand their struggles and identify solutions to enjoy a more fulfilling life. I have worked with clients concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, phases of life, and difficulties with establishing boundaries.
Modalities I use range from Client-centered, Interpersonal Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Solution Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and EMDR sessions to overcome past trauma.
Hello, my name is Pedro Soltero, and I am a bilingual (Spanish) Licensed Marriage and Family therapist with over 8 years of experience. My goal is to help clients explore and understand their struggles and identify solutions to enjoy a more fulfilling life. I have worked with clients concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, phases of life, and difficulties with establishing boundaries.
(858) 251-8383 View (858) 251-8383
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Ashley Rhiannon Gomez-Hotko
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chula Vista, CA 91915  (Online Only)
Pleased to meet you! My name is Ashley Gomez-Hotko LMFT. I provide individual telehealth therapy to adult clients within the state of California. If you are experiencing symptoms of trauma, depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, grief and loss, family or relationship issues, or enduring a difficult life transition, I would love the opportunity to hear your story and support you. Carrying our pain without addressing it may not only make life less satisfying, but it can take a toll on other aspects of our health. Mental health IS health, and therapy can be medicinal for untangling the mind and heart.
Pleased to meet you! My name is Ashley Gomez-Hotko LMFT. I provide individual telehealth therapy to adult clients within the state of California. If you are experiencing symptoms of trauma, depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, grief and loss, family or relationship issues, or enduring a difficult life transition, I would love the opportunity to hear your story and support you. Carrying our pain without addressing it may not only make life less satisfying, but it can take a toll on other aspects of our health. Mental health IS health, and therapy can be medicinal for untangling the mind and heart.
(619) 932-4887 View (619) 932-4887
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Tracy Aronlee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Poway, CA 92064
I use a variety of therapeutic approaches, but the ones I find most effective are internal family systems, attachment based therapy and solution focused work.
I am here to help! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in working with trauma and how it impacts relationships in children, teens, adults and families. When faced with a challenge, have you ever felt like one part of you wants to shut down or hide, and another part wants to yell and scream? These are different parts of you that need our individual attention and compassion to heal. With my expertise and compassionate approach, I am dedicated to helping you learn more about these parts of you and build meaningful connections to cultivate healthy relationships and more peace in your life
I use a variety of therapeutic approaches, but the ones I find most effective are internal family systems, attachment based therapy and solution focused work.
I am here to help! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in working with trauma and how it impacts relationships in children, teens, adults and families. When faced with a challenge, have you ever felt like one part of you wants to shut down or hide, and another part wants to yell and scream? These are different parts of you that need our individual attention and compassion to heal. With my expertise and compassionate approach, I am dedicated to helping you learn more about these parts of you and build meaningful connections to cultivate healthy relationships and more peace in your life
(858) 304-7045 View (858) 304-7045
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Eryn Katheryn Sparzo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CIP
Verified Verified
Oceanside, CA 92057
I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist who cares deeply about my clients and their healing. My goal is to help you identify and heal from trauma, past and present that prevents you from living your best life. In addition to cognitive and solution focused therapy, I am trained in somatic modalities such as EMDR, Brainspotting, Hypnotherapy and LENS Neurofeedback. Because I believe everyone is uniquely designed, I use an integrated approach to therapy and work closely with you to create a customized treatment plan.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist who cares deeply about my clients and their healing. My goal is to help you identify and heal from trauma, past and present that prevents you from living your best life. In addition to cognitive and solution focused therapy, I am trained in somatic modalities such as EMDR, Brainspotting, Hypnotherapy and LENS Neurofeedback. Because I believe everyone is uniquely designed, I use an integrated approach to therapy and work closely with you to create a customized treatment plan.
(916) 823-8697 View (916) 823-8697

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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.