Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) Therapists in R2Y
Melissa Muir
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, RMFT
Verified Verified
Winnipeg, MB R2Y
I am currently accepting new clients and welcome a brief phone call to discuss treatment options. In this uniquely challenging time, it is normal to experience stress and feel a wide range of thoughts and feelings. Even as the world around us is constantly changing we are capable of finding healthy ways to cope and strengthen our resilience. It takes courage to seek support and I believe in creating a safe and affirming environment where we can work together to better understand and improve your life circumstances.
I am currently accepting new clients and welcome a brief phone call to discuss treatment options. In this uniquely challenging time, it is normal to experience stress and feel a wide range of thoughts and feelings. Even as the world around us is constantly changing we are capable of finding healthy ways to cope and strengthen our resilience. It takes courage to seek support and I believe in creating a safe and affirming environment where we can work together to better understand and improve your life circumstances.
Marnie Deck
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Winnipeg, MB R2Y
Embarking on a personal therapy journey can be a terrifying, eye opening, fulfulling and transformative experience. Are you someone who struggles with a sense of self? Do you struggle with self-esteem? People pleasing? Do you feel like you have lost yourself? Struggling with conceiving or postpartum, and managing with the stress of managing all that comes with that - you are not alone. I am passionate about working with individuals who struggle with a variety of issues in daily life, and assisting to empower them to live the fullest life possible.
Embarking on a personal therapy journey can be a terrifying, eye opening, fulfulling and transformative experience. Are you someone who struggles with a sense of self? Do you struggle with self-esteem? People pleasing? Do you feel like you have lost yourself? Struggling with conceiving or postpartum, and managing with the stress of managing all that comes with that - you are not alone. I am passionate about working with individuals who struggle with a variety of issues in daily life, and assisting to empower them to live the fullest life possible.
Tom Doering
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Winnipeg, MB R2Y
My practice focuses on perspectives and growing your own perspective to have a holistic outlook in life. I work with clients who are seeking out support with the following: depression, anxiety, anger, grief and loss, changes in life stages, motivation, life/work stress, addiction, and the effects of sexism, racism, and poverty. I believe in meeting clients in where they are at and having them be a part of their healing process.
My practice focuses on perspectives and growing your own perspective to have a holistic outlook in life. I work with clients who are seeking out support with the following: depression, anxiety, anger, grief and loss, changes in life stages, motivation, life/work stress, addiction, and the effects of sexism, racism, and poverty. I believe in meeting clients in where they are at and having them be a part of their healing process.
Janice Priess Counselling Services
Counsellor, MA, BA, BTh
Verified Verified
Winnipeg, MB R2Y (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I work with my clients to address both the underlying issues of current problems, whether those issues began only recently or have been there since childhood, and help them to learn and develop new and productive ways of living. My perspective is that change happens not only through talking about life’s stresses and problems, but also through taking a “leap
I work with my clients to address both the underlying issues of current problems, whether those issues began only recently or have been there since childhood, and help them to learn and develop new and productive ways of living. My perspective is that change happens not only through talking about life’s stresses and problems, but also through taking a “leap
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Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) Counsellors
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.