Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) Therapists in M4P

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Kyle Schmalenberg
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, BSc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4P  (Online Only)
I know that we are all vastly complicated social, intellectual, spiritual, emotional, and physical beings. As a therapist, I am trained to be someone who helps others when challenges, questions, and difficulties in life need to be understood and resolved. I am a cis-gendered, heterosexual male with mixed ethnicity (Black and White) as well as a mixed cultural identity (Bermudian, Canadian, raised in China). My strengths include my ability to create a safe-feeling space, empathetic listening, compassionate speaking, strong intuitive understanding, and acuity at picking up non-verbal clues and connecting dots.
I know that we are all vastly complicated social, intellectual, spiritual, emotional, and physical beings. As a therapist, I am trained to be someone who helps others when challenges, questions, and difficulties in life need to be understood and resolved. I am a cis-gendered, heterosexual male with mixed ethnicity (Black and White) as well as a mixed cultural identity (Bermudian, Canadian, raised in China). My strengths include my ability to create a safe-feeling space, empathetic listening, compassionate speaking, strong intuitive understanding, and acuity at picking up non-verbal clues and connecting dots.
(647) 250-0134 View (647) 250-0134
Photo of Derick Larbi, Registered Social Worker in M4P, ON
Derick Larbi
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4P
Accepting new clients. My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups. We provide psychotherapy to support emotional distress, but not limited to anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck in your life and relationship issues. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you are struggling with mental health issues, we can help. We offer a variety of counselling and psychotherapy services to ensure that you and your loved ones can build happy and healthy lives.
Accepting new clients. My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups. We provide psychotherapy to support emotional distress, but not limited to anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck in your life and relationship issues. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you are struggling with mental health issues, we can help. We offer a variety of counselling and psychotherapy services to ensure that you and your loved ones can build happy and healthy lives.
(647) 496-1126 View (647) 496-1126
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Denise Johnson
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4P
With over 15 years of specialized experience working with women, children, anxiety, depression, relationship issues and trauma, I employ various approaches to healing including Trauma Informed Care, CBT, Solution Focused and Mindfulness.
Thank you for viewing my profile. I am accepting new clients. My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups. We provide psychotherapy to support emotional distress, but not limited to anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck in your life and relationship issues. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you are struggling with mental health issues, the team at Support & Growth Counselling Services can help. We offer a variety of counselling and psychotherapy services to ensure that you and your loved ones can build happy and healthy lives.
With over 15 years of specialized experience working with women, children, anxiety, depression, relationship issues and trauma, I employ various approaches to healing including Trauma Informed Care, CBT, Solution Focused and Mindfulness.
Thank you for viewing my profile. I am accepting new clients. My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups. We provide psychotherapy to support emotional distress, but not limited to anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck in your life and relationship issues. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you are struggling with mental health issues, the team at Support & Growth Counselling Services can help. We offer a variety of counselling and psychotherapy services to ensure that you and your loved ones can build happy and healthy lives.
(289) 302-3582 View (289) 302-3582
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Lisa Sutherland
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4P
Accepting new clients! Anxiety, depression, life transitions, loss, and grief all impact who we are, how we feel about ourselves, and our overall wellbeing. I am a Registered Social Worker (BSW, MSW) with 15 years of experience working with adults and seniors. I work primarily from a Solution Focused Therapy and Coaching approach. I use aspects of Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, and Narrative Therapy.
Accepting new clients! Anxiety, depression, life transitions, loss, and grief all impact who we are, how we feel about ourselves, and our overall wellbeing. I am a Registered Social Worker (BSW, MSW) with 15 years of experience working with adults and seniors. I work primarily from a Solution Focused Therapy and Coaching approach. I use aspects of Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, and Narrative Therapy.
(647) 800-7767 View (647) 800-7767
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Brittany McCaughey
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4P  (Online Only)
Do you have a difficult time looking at yourself with compassion and acceptance because the way you react, behave, and feel is wrong? Maybe it’s reacting with anger and defensiveness, or isolation and shutting down. Maybe it’s feeling like you are not smart enough. attractive enough, or simply not enough. Either way, you are left feeling ashamed of who you are. Imagine a life where you did not feel this way. You did not feel controlled by your emotions, you found joy in the ups and downs, and you look at yourself in a positive light. Beginning therapy is nerve-wracking, but I hope you take a moment (and a deep breath) to reach out.
Do you have a difficult time looking at yourself with compassion and acceptance because the way you react, behave, and feel is wrong? Maybe it’s reacting with anger and defensiveness, or isolation and shutting down. Maybe it’s feeling like you are not smart enough. attractive enough, or simply not enough. Either way, you are left feeling ashamed of who you are. Imagine a life where you did not feel this way. You did not feel controlled by your emotions, you found joy in the ups and downs, and you look at yourself in a positive light. Beginning therapy is nerve-wracking, but I hope you take a moment (and a deep breath) to reach out.
(437) 372-5275 View (437) 372-5275
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Maryanne Nicholls
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4P  (Online Only)
Are you feeling stressed or working about too much in your life, or perhaps frustrated and stuck in your personal or work relationships? Perhaps a past negative experience is making you feel unable to move forward. Many people who are struggling with uncertainty have a hard time knowing what direction to go in. It may be that you’ve tried to handle things on your own, or put off reaching out for support because you feel you should be able to work through your challenges by yourself. Sometimes everyone around you seems to have answers, but all you feel is confused. Mostly, you don’t want to let others down and feel that you might.
Are you feeling stressed or working about too much in your life, or perhaps frustrated and stuck in your personal or work relationships? Perhaps a past negative experience is making you feel unable to move forward. Many people who are struggling with uncertainty have a hard time knowing what direction to go in. It may be that you’ve tried to handle things on your own, or put off reaching out for support because you feel you should be able to work through your challenges by yourself. Sometimes everyone around you seems to have answers, but all you feel is confused. Mostly, you don’t want to let others down and feel that you might.
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Melanie Tara Matthews
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4P  (Online Only)
Currently accepting clients for Wednesdays during regular business hours. One of the hardest parts of therapy is finding the strength to get started so congratulations on taking that first step! I practice from a non-judgmental, empathetic perspective. I most frequently work with older adolescents and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, personality disorders, and life transitions including transitioning to postsecondary, relationship beginning/end, and job beginning/end. One of my specialties is working with postsecondary students who are experiencing difficulties with adjusting to school.
Currently accepting clients for Wednesdays during regular business hours. One of the hardest parts of therapy is finding the strength to get started so congratulations on taking that first step! I practice from a non-judgmental, empathetic perspective. I most frequently work with older adolescents and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, personality disorders, and life transitions including transitioning to postsecondary, relationship beginning/end, and job beginning/end. One of my specialties is working with postsecondary students who are experiencing difficulties with adjusting to school.
(647) 699-1179 View (647) 699-1179
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Ginelle Foskin
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
North York, ON M4P
***NOW ACCEPTING CLIENTS FOR IN-PERSON (SAUGA/VAUGHAN) AND PHONE/VIDEO*** Let’s be honest, life is hard, and in many ways, we juggle more today than we ever have! Life’s challenges can leave us feeling stressed, confused, demotivated, even helpless and hopeless. It can be a tough road to travel, but you don't have to walk it alone. As a therapist, I don’t think anyone should feel that way. I am committed to supporting my clients with guidance, care, and connected to the proper resources. With experience working with youth, students, adults, and parents, I enjoy collaborating with clients on a variety of challenges.
***NOW ACCEPTING CLIENTS FOR IN-PERSON (SAUGA/VAUGHAN) AND PHONE/VIDEO*** Let’s be honest, life is hard, and in many ways, we juggle more today than we ever have! Life’s challenges can leave us feeling stressed, confused, demotivated, even helpless and hopeless. It can be a tough road to travel, but you don't have to walk it alone. As a therapist, I don’t think anyone should feel that way. I am committed to supporting my clients with guidance, care, and connected to the proper resources. With experience working with youth, students, adults, and parents, I enjoy collaborating with clients on a variety of challenges.
(289) 217-9898 View (289) 217-9898
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Ruth B. Krauze, RP Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4P
We are a collaborative group of experienced Psychotherapists who have been working together for years. We strive to facilitate change, resilience, well-being, confidence and increased satisfaction in clients' personal lives and relationships. We have developed a wide range of skills, as well as personal experiences which inform and enrich the work that we do. We are client focused and reflective, but we are comfortable with practical strategies and skills in helping people maintain integrity, healthier relationships and more satisfying lives. We are sensitive to differences, cultures, and personal stories. Our office is in mid town Toronto, accessible by subway.
We are a collaborative group of experienced Psychotherapists who have been working together for years. We strive to facilitate change, resilience, well-being, confidence and increased satisfaction in clients' personal lives and relationships. We have developed a wide range of skills, as well as personal experiences which inform and enrich the work that we do. We are client focused and reflective, but we are comfortable with practical strategies and skills in helping people maintain integrity, healthier relationships and more satisfying lives. We are sensitive to differences, cultures, and personal stories. Our office is in mid town Toronto, accessible by subway.
(855) 980-6971 x3 View (855) 980-6971 x3
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Nicole Dsouza
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, BSW, TCTSY-F
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4P
I use a multi modal approach which includes Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Solution Focused, Mindfulness and Emotion Focused Family Therapy.
I believe in a collaborative approach, where we work together to address your concerns. I have supported people who have experienced anxiety, depression, trauma and concerns around work and relationships. Together we will identify your goals for the sessions and work towards supporting you with coping tools and providing a space to unpack your concern.
I use a multi modal approach which includes Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Solution Focused, Mindfulness and Emotion Focused Family Therapy.
I believe in a collaborative approach, where we work together to address your concerns. I have supported people who have experienced anxiety, depression, trauma and concerns around work and relationships. Together we will identify your goals for the sessions and work towards supporting you with coping tools and providing a space to unpack your concern.
(647) 362-2352 View (647) 362-2352
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Aliah Moahkan
Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4P
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, body image issues, lack of motivation, feeling stuck or relationship issues? Are you experiencing difficulties in your relationship/dating, family role, school, job, health or some other area of your life? Do you sometimes think to yourself "my child's behaviour is out of control?" My practice services individuals, children, youth and families. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you or a loved is struggling with emotional, psychological, mental health and/or behavioural challenges, the team at Support & Growth can help. There's immediate support available.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, body image issues, lack of motivation, feeling stuck or relationship issues? Are you experiencing difficulties in your relationship/dating, family role, school, job, health or some other area of your life? Do you sometimes think to yourself "my child's behaviour is out of control?" My practice services individuals, children, youth and families. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you or a loved is struggling with emotional, psychological, mental health and/or behavioural challenges, the team at Support & Growth can help. There's immediate support available.
(289) 276-6056 View (289) 276-6056
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Sarah Kaulback
Registered Social Worker, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4P
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups. We provide psychotherapy to support emotional distress, but not limited to anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck in your life and relationship issues. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you are struggling with mental health issues, the team at Support & Growth Counselling Services can help. We offer a variety of counselling and psychotherapy services to ensure that you and your loved ones can build happy and healthy lives.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups. We provide psychotherapy to support emotional distress, but not limited to anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck in your life and relationship issues. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you are struggling with mental health issues, the team at Support & Growth Counselling Services can help. We offer a variety of counselling and psychotherapy services to ensure that you and your loved ones can build happy and healthy lives.
(289) 302-6727 View (289) 302-6727
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Kate Paul
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP
Verified Verified
North York, ON M4P  (Online Only)
Are you feeling depressed? Anxious? Lacking a feeling of self-worth? Scared of what’s coming next? Struggling in your relationships? Feeling stuck and powerless?
Are you feeling depressed? Anxious? Lacking a feeling of self-worth? Scared of what’s coming next? Struggling in your relationships? Feeling stuck and powerless?
(437) 371-8890 View (437) 371-8890
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Pamela Gilbert
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4P  (Online Only)
My clients are seeking to better understand themselves individually and in their relationships. They are looking for help with change – to navigate their relationships with greater ease, to shift their dependence on addictive behaviours, or to navigate their careers with greater confidence. They are interested in learning new skills for personal healing and growth, and they want to feel more empowered in their lives.
My clients are seeking to better understand themselves individually and in their relationships. They are looking for help with change – to navigate their relationships with greater ease, to shift their dependence on addictive behaviours, or to navigate their careers with greater confidence. They are interested in learning new skills for personal healing and growth, and they want to feel more empowered in their lives.
(437) 747-6338 View (437) 747-6338
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Flora Gerlai
Registered Psychotherapist, Hon BA, MACP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4P
Hello and welcome to my page! Have you been feeling anxious or overwhelmed lately? Are you looking to gain some clarity in your next steps or set goals to work towards in your future? Are you looking to understand past narratives that may impact your current relationships? I approach my work with a warm, caring and empathetic lens, combining a perspective that all behaviours reflect an underlying need and that when those needs are met with compassion and understanding, positive change can occur. I would love to work alongside you as we discover ways of coping and healing through difficult times.
Hello and welcome to my page! Have you been feeling anxious or overwhelmed lately? Are you looking to gain some clarity in your next steps or set goals to work towards in your future? Are you looking to understand past narratives that may impact your current relationships? I approach my work with a warm, caring and empathetic lens, combining a perspective that all behaviours reflect an underlying need and that when those needs are met with compassion and understanding, positive change can occur. I would love to work alongside you as we discover ways of coping and healing through difficult times.
(289) 275-3994 View (289) 275-3994
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Dr. Sharleen McDowall - McDowall Psychology
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4P
In-Person & Virtual - Accepting Client - No Waitlist - Insurance Coverage. McDowall Integrative Psychology & Healthcare (McDowall) is a team of registered psychologists, psychotherapists, counsellors and therapists-in-training who are committed to providing you with professional, compassionate therapy and assessment services. We offer traditional psychological and psychotherapy services, but when needed, we incorporate integrative therapies in order to provide optimal psychological outcomes. We use an integrative psychology approach that addresses the root causes of your mental health concerns.
In-Person & Virtual - Accepting Client - No Waitlist - Insurance Coverage. McDowall Integrative Psychology & Healthcare (McDowall) is a team of registered psychologists, psychotherapists, counsellors and therapists-in-training who are committed to providing you with professional, compassionate therapy and assessment services. We offer traditional psychological and psychotherapy services, but when needed, we incorporate integrative therapies in order to provide optimal psychological outcomes. We use an integrative psychology approach that addresses the root causes of your mental health concerns.
(437) 800-0244 x1 View (437) 800-0244 x1
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Yasaman Haghighat
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4P
Hello! I'm so glad you're here. I'm Yasaman and I'm eager to connect with you. My role as a psychotherapist is to create an atmosphere that is both open and receptive. I have a wealth of experience working with diverse populations from various cultural backgrounds. My expertise encompasses assisting clients dealing with emotional trauma, perfectionism, people-pleasing traits, overthinking or ruminating, procrastination, anxiety, depression, relational challenges, anger, grief, loss, life transitions and various forms of abuse.
Hello! I'm so glad you're here. I'm Yasaman and I'm eager to connect with you. My role as a psychotherapist is to create an atmosphere that is both open and receptive. I have a wealth of experience working with diverse populations from various cultural backgrounds. My expertise encompasses assisting clients dealing with emotional trauma, perfectionism, people-pleasing traits, overthinking or ruminating, procrastination, anxiety, depression, relational challenges, anger, grief, loss, life transitions and various forms of abuse.
(365) 800-0945 View (365) 800-0945
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Kritika Mehta
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MSc
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4P  (Online Only)
Welcome to My Practice! I'm Kritika, a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) based in Ontario. I’m registered with CRPO (College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario), with over 10 years of experience with children, adolescents and adults. Let’s dive into what I do best: trauma, especially the complex kind! Specifically, I specialize in unraveling the complexities of childhood trauma, sexual abuse, grief, unprocessed emotions, bullying- you name it!
Welcome to My Practice! I'm Kritika, a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) based in Ontario. I’m registered with CRPO (College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario), with over 10 years of experience with children, adolescents and adults. Let’s dive into what I do best: trauma, especially the complex kind! Specifically, I specialize in unraveling the complexities of childhood trauma, sexual abuse, grief, unprocessed emotions, bullying- you name it!
(647) 955-2806 View (647) 955-2806
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Jae Kim
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4P
Not accepting new clients
From time to time, you might find yourself in a moment not living your life to its fullest. You want to be happy, feel satisfied, yet you don't know where to start. This may sound cliche but you're most likely stuck because you are only focused on the problem. I provide affordable counselling to individuals and families. Because everyone has different concerns and various personalities, every session is unique. I structure each session to best meet your needs using an integrated approach that includes cognitive-behavioural, solution-focused, narrative and humanistic interventions.
From time to time, you might find yourself in a moment not living your life to its fullest. You want to be happy, feel satisfied, yet you don't know where to start. This may sound cliche but you're most likely stuck because you are only focused on the problem. I provide affordable counselling to individuals and families. Because everyone has different concerns and various personalities, every session is unique. I structure each session to best meet your needs using an integrated approach that includes cognitive-behavioural, solution-focused, narrative and humanistic interventions.
(855) 654-8029 View (855) 654-8029
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Chelsea Hack
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4P
I am a Registered Social Worker (Ontario and Alberta) who is passionate about working with people in a way that encourages authenticity, trust, and acceptance. With a focus on youth, young adults, adults, and their families. I believes that people are the experts of their own lives. I provide in-person and virtual therapy out of two different practices, Dori Zener & Associates (autistic and neurodivergent specific, currently waitlist only) and The Growth & Wellness Therapy Centre. If you want to book with me please go to my page at dorizener.com (autistic and neurodivergent specific) or growthwellnesstherapy.com.
I am a Registered Social Worker (Ontario and Alberta) who is passionate about working with people in a way that encourages authenticity, trust, and acceptance. With a focus on youth, young adults, adults, and their families. I believes that people are the experts of their own lives. I provide in-person and virtual therapy out of two different practices, Dori Zener & Associates (autistic and neurodivergent specific, currently waitlist only) and The Growth & Wellness Therapy Centre. If you want to book with me please go to my page at dorizener.com (autistic and neurodivergent specific) or growthwellnesstherapy.com.

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How does solution-focused therapy work?

The treatment works by helping a client notice which behaviours 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 behavioural 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 behavioural therapy?

Solution-focused brief therapy is related to cognitive behavioural 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 behaviours.