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Phyllis Wai Ng
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4Y
伍惠儀碩士是一位安大略省的註冊心理治療師 (Registered Psychotherapist) 和加拿大認證輔導員 (Canadian Certified Counsellor)。 伍碩士精通英語,粵語和普通話。 伍碩士在香港中文大學心理學系學士畢業,隨後在美國明尼蘇達大學獲得教育心理學碩士學位。她擁有多過10年的工作經驗,她曾在美國一間中學和多倫多市中心的一個青少年機構當輔導員。伍碩士並曾在AM1540 電台擔任嘉賓分享心理輔導的資訊。伍碩士在過去五年為個人、婚姻和家庭提供私人的心理治療和輔導。她也曾在過去幾年為不同的員工支援計劃 (Employee Assistance Programs)作心理輔導員。 伍碩士有兩個孩子,也有親人有心理問題,她明白家人面對有病的親人所承受的壓力和在今天這麼復雜的社會作為家長的難處。 閒時伍碩士喜歡旅遊,閱讀,打網球和乒乓球,按摩,冥想及看電影。
伍惠儀碩士是一位安大略省的註冊心理治療師 (Registered Psychotherapist) 和加拿大認證輔導員 (Canadian Certified Counsellor)。 伍碩士精通英語,粵語和普通話。 伍碩士在香港中文大學心理學系學士畢業,隨後在美國明尼蘇達大學獲得教育心理學碩士學位。她擁有多過10年的工作經驗,她曾在美國一間中學和多倫多市中心的一個青少年機構當輔導員。伍碩士並曾在AM1540 電台擔任嘉賓分享心理輔導的資訊。伍碩士在過去五年為個人、婚姻和家庭提供私人的心理治療和輔導。她也曾在過去幾年為不同的員工支援計劃 (Employee Assistance Programs)作心理輔導員。 伍碩士有兩個孩子,也有親人有心理問題,她明白家人面對有病的親人所承受的壓力和在今天這麼復雜的社會作為家長的難處。 閒時伍碩士喜歡旅遊,閱讀,打網球和乒乓球,按摩,冥想及看電影。
(647) 643-5800 View (647) 643-5800
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Koon-Chee Grace Chan
Registered Psychotherapist, MSocSc, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M1T
陳觀慈女士(Grace Chan) 生於香港,持有美國美國威斯康辛州立大學麥迪遜校區心理學學士學位及澳洲南澳大學心理輔導碩士學位,為安省註冊心理治療師及安省註冊社工,是一名資深的心理/精神健康從業人員。她擁有加拿大多倫多大學認知行為心理治療高級証書,亦是加拿大認知行為治療協會會員;擅長情緒輔導,對於採用認知行為治療法及靜觀心理療法處理因焦慮和憂鬱所引致的心理和情緒困擾等問題之心理治療尤有心得。
陳觀慈女士(Grace Chan) 生於香港,持有美國美國威斯康辛州立大學麥迪遜校區心理學學士學位及澳洲南澳大學心理輔導碩士學位,為安省註冊心理治療師及安省註冊社工,是一名資深的心理/精神健康從業人員。她擁有加拿大多倫多大學認知行為心理治療高級証書,亦是加拿大認知行為治療協會會員;擅長情緒輔導,對於採用認知行為治療法及靜觀心理療法處理因焦慮和憂鬱所引致的心理和情緒困擾等問題之心理治療尤有心得。
(289) 807-2671 View (289) 807-2671
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Reta Majid - True Balance Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5H
We are trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Informed Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems (IFS) with an emphasis on mindfulness.
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Do you put your needs at the bottom of the to-do list? Do you wonder if life should feel somehow better? More than ever, people are experiencing feelings of anxiety, overwhelm, and uncertainty about how to handle their relationships, careers, and overall life. Ignoring your wants and neglecting yourself can have long-term negative effects on your body and mind. We think that leading a better life shouldn't be that difficult. At TBP, we are committed to delivering client centered support that gradually empowers individuals and enables them to make informed decisions.
We are trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Informed Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems (IFS) with an emphasis on mindfulness.
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Do you put your needs at the bottom of the to-do list? Do you wonder if life should feel somehow better? More than ever, people are experiencing feelings of anxiety, overwhelm, and uncertainty about how to handle their relationships, careers, and overall life. Ignoring your wants and neglecting yourself can have long-term negative effects on your body and mind. We think that leading a better life shouldn't be that difficult. At TBP, we are committed to delivering client centered support that gradually empowers individuals and enables them to make informed decisions.
(365) 536-1457 View (365) 536-1457
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Alex Lam
Registered Social Worker, RSW, BSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5H
I am trained with different therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Narrative Therapy, mindfulness and more which helps me to better tailored-made the therapy to fit your needs.
Do you easily feel stressed out, overwhelming and want to find way out? You are in the right place! My name is Alex. I am a passionate registered social worker and psychotherapist with several years of experience working with clients with different age group, background and needs including family, mental health, settlement, special needs, disabilities etc.
I am trained with different therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Narrative Therapy, mindfulness and more which helps me to better tailored-made the therapy to fit your needs.
Do you easily feel stressed out, overwhelming and want to find way out? You are in the right place! My name is Alex. I am a passionate registered social worker and psychotherapist with several years of experience working with clients with different age group, background and needs including family, mental health, settlement, special needs, disabilities etc.
(437) 747-6694 View (437) 747-6694
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Ping Chen, MSW, RSW, EMDR II
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, EMDRII
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5S
Currently accepting new clients. "Therapy really works!” This is my experience with therapy as well as many other people’s therapy experience with me. I believe that you can have a similar experience - an experience that you will feel understood and empowered. Part of the reasons that makes therapy work is because as a therapist, I am non-judgmental, emphatic, compassionate, and genuine. I am also trained in many different psychotherapy modalities that I will tailor our therapy sessions to your unique needs. I can use practical approaches as well as insight oriented approaches.
Currently accepting new clients. "Therapy really works!” This is my experience with therapy as well as many other people’s therapy experience with me. I believe that you can have a similar experience - an experience that you will feel understood and empowered. Part of the reasons that makes therapy work is because as a therapist, I am non-judgmental, emphatic, compassionate, and genuine. I am also trained in many different psychotherapy modalities that I will tailor our therapy sessions to your unique needs. I can use practical approaches as well as insight oriented approaches.
(647) 795-3732 View (647) 795-3732
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Jamie Lai
Registered Social Worker, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4C  (Online Only)
I am trained in, and use elements of CBT/DBT, mindfulness, strengths based and solution focused therapy in my practice.
Hi there. Are you feeling overwhelmed? Maybe feeling stuck or that your thoughts are all tangled up? Do you feel like the weight of the world is on your shoulders? Like you're not doing enough? It's okay, I have been in your shoes, too. As a first generation Chinese Canadian, I understand that sometimes things feel like they are out of control and the need to make sure everyone else is taken care of is a higher priority than ourselves. With your trust, let's work together to set healthy boundaries, untangle those thoughts, and taking care of yourself without feelings of guilt.
I am trained in, and use elements of CBT/DBT, mindfulness, strengths based and solution focused therapy in my practice.
Hi there. Are you feeling overwhelmed? Maybe feeling stuck or that your thoughts are all tangled up? Do you feel like the weight of the world is on your shoulders? Like you're not doing enough? It's okay, I have been in your shoes, too. As a first generation Chinese Canadian, I understand that sometimes things feel like they are out of control and the need to make sure everyone else is taken care of is a higher priority than ourselves. With your trust, let's work together to set healthy boundaries, untangle those thoughts, and taking care of yourself without feelings of guilt.
(289) 273-7938 View (289) 273-7938
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Sieran Yung
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP (Q), MEd
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5R
Do you want to find a way out of the fear, stress, and sadness that you’re going through? Find some peace and comfort? Maybe you feel hopeless and overwhelmed. It can be scary and exhausting, an uphill battle, and you feel like you will collapse and shatter at any time. When you face all this fatigue, despair, and frustration, you wish you could confide in a trusted person and get some support. I can be that support person for you, so that you can make sense of your world, find peace, and reclaim control. You don’t have to feel so helpless anymore.
Do you want to find a way out of the fear, stress, and sadness that you’re going through? Find some peace and comfort? Maybe you feel hopeless and overwhelmed. It can be scary and exhausting, an uphill battle, and you feel like you will collapse and shatter at any time. When you face all this fatigue, despair, and frustration, you wish you could confide in a trusted person and get some support. I can be that support person for you, so that you can make sense of your world, find peace, and reclaim control. You don’t have to feel so helpless anymore.
(647) 560-8721 View (647) 560-8721
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Building Bridges Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5R
We are a diverse team of over 40 licensed and experienced therapists! We believe that there is good in every person, and hope in every situation. We help individuals, couples, and families heal, grow, and connect. As relational therapists, we appreciate the impact that our relationships have on our well-being. We do not see clients as having something wrong with their heads that need to be fixed. Rather, we see our clients as unique individuals, each with their own stories and perspectives, embedded in important relationships and contexts that impact them. We see strengths and we see hope, even when it feels like there is none.
We are a diverse team of over 40 licensed and experienced therapists! We believe that there is good in every person, and hope in every situation. We help individuals, couples, and families heal, grow, and connect. As relational therapists, we appreciate the impact that our relationships have on our well-being. We do not see clients as having something wrong with their heads that need to be fixed. Rather, we see our clients as unique individuals, each with their own stories and perspectives, embedded in important relationships and contexts that impact them. We see strengths and we see hope, even when it feels like there is none.
(437) 747-5668 View (437) 747-5668
Photo of Angela Teekah, Registered Social Worker in Toronto, ON
Angela Teekah
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, 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.
(647) 372-0294 View (647) 372-0294
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Natasha Sharma
Counsellor, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6P
Hi! I'm Natasha Sharma: Therapist, TEDx Speaker, and CEO of NKS Therapy. Do you feel sad, stressed out, irritable or angry? Do you feel unable to let go of things that happened in the past, or worry constantly about the future? Are you experiencing distress, anxiety or depressed mood? As we have seen with the COVID-19 pandemic, life can be challenging. And unpredictable We can't always control it but we can control how we experience & respond to it. At my clinic NKS Therapy we provide you the tools to identify your emotions & get control over them. We offer expert counselling therapy for individuals, couples/marriage, & families.
Hi! I'm Natasha Sharma: Therapist, TEDx Speaker, and CEO of NKS Therapy. Do you feel sad, stressed out, irritable or angry? Do you feel unable to let go of things that happened in the past, or worry constantly about the future? Are you experiencing distress, anxiety or depressed mood? As we have seen with the COVID-19 pandemic, life can be challenging. And unpredictable We can't always control it but we can control how we experience & respond to it. At my clinic NKS Therapy we provide you the tools to identify your emotions & get control over them. We offer expert counselling therapy for individuals, couples/marriage, & families.
(289) 207-4800 View (289) 207-4800
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Melody Yeung & Associates
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M2K
Are you feeling lost, depressed, anxious, hopeless, or stuck? Are you having difficulties managing your life? Are you hoping to improve your relationships? Our psychotherapists at Complete Balance offer a compassionate and collaborative space, working with you to navigate life challenges. We can journey together at your own pace in a safe and supportive space. Our psychotherapy team consists of 4 therapists: Melody Yeung (RP), Kate Wong (RP), Bonnie Lam (RP-Q) and Ariette Hung (RP-Q). We provide support to children, youth, and adults through both individual and family therapy.
Are you feeling lost, depressed, anxious, hopeless, or stuck? Are you having difficulties managing your life? Are you hoping to improve your relationships? Our psychotherapists at Complete Balance offer a compassionate and collaborative space, working with you to navigate life challenges. We can journey together at your own pace in a safe and supportive space. Our psychotherapy team consists of 4 therapists: Melody Yeung (RP), Kate Wong (RP), Bonnie Lam (RP-Q) and Ariette Hung (RP-Q). We provide support to children, youth, and adults through both individual and family therapy.
(647) 559-4475 View (647) 559-4475
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Affordable Therapy Ontario
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5R
Money should never be the reason you DON'T go to therapy. We never want money to be a barrier to accessing therapy. This is why Affordable Therapy Ontario (ATO) exists: to make therapy accessible for all! Created by Building Bridges Psychotherapy, we are a diverse team of licensed therapists providing high quality therapy to those who need it. We offer in-person services in Mississauga and Vaughan, with more locations to come. We also offer therapy over video and phone. We work with individuals, couples, and families. For a full list of all the issues and concerns we work with, check out our sister website: bbtherapy.ca/services.
Money should never be the reason you DON'T go to therapy. We never want money to be a barrier to accessing therapy. This is why Affordable Therapy Ontario (ATO) exists: to make therapy accessible for all! Created by Building Bridges Psychotherapy, we are a diverse team of licensed therapists providing high quality therapy to those who need it. We offer in-person services in Mississauga and Vaughan, with more locations to come. We also offer therapy over video and phone. We work with individuals, couples, and families. For a full list of all the issues and concerns we work with, check out our sister website: bbtherapy.ca/services.
(289) 301-8167 View (289) 301-8167
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Catherine Chan
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M1T  (Online Only)
Need a breakthrough? Stand at a crossroad? Wish to take a second look at your road map? Wonder about your dreams and hopes? Want to become the best you can be? Worry about someone? Feel lonely? Exhausted? Anxious? Depressed? Angry? Vulnerable? Are any of these images filling up your space? Do you want some caring, respectful, and inspirational professional support for de-stressing yourself?
Need a breakthrough? Stand at a crossroad? Wish to take a second look at your road map? Wonder about your dreams and hopes? Want to become the best you can be? Worry about someone? Feel lonely? Exhausted? Anxious? Depressed? Angry? Vulnerable? Are any of these images filling up your space? Do you want some caring, respectful, and inspirational professional support for de-stressing yourself?
(289) 207-6684 View (289) 207-6684
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Annie Au
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5N  (Online Only)
Let us start this journey together by exploring how I can best be of service to you. You are the focus of our time spent together; where I can actively listen and bring my analytical skills to better guide your healing path. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, past trauma, negative self-talk, or any other issue that is affecting your emotional health, we can develop a meaningful and impactful strategy forward.
Let us start this journey together by exploring how I can best be of service to you. You are the focus of our time spent together; where I can actively listen and bring my analytical skills to better guide your healing path. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, past trauma, negative self-talk, or any other issue that is affecting your emotional health, we can develop a meaningful and impactful strategy forward.
(647) 371-1362 View (647) 371-1362
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Jacqueline Lau
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5R  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with school stress? Would you like to manage your emotions better? Do you want to learn healthy ways of coping? Do you want to understand your child better? I am a warm and empathetic Registered Pyschotherapist with a passion for building relationships and instilling hope in individuals. My background is in working with children, teens, young adults, and families in the school system and community settings. I believe childhood, adolescence, and young adulthood are formative years and I am here to help you and/or your child navigate life stressors to lead engaged and fulfilling lives.
Are you struggling with school stress? Would you like to manage your emotions better? Do you want to learn healthy ways of coping? Do you want to understand your child better? I am a warm and empathetic Registered Pyschotherapist with a passion for building relationships and instilling hope in individuals. My background is in working with children, teens, young adults, and families in the school system and community settings. I believe childhood, adolescence, and young adulthood are formative years and I am here to help you and/or your child navigate life stressors to lead engaged and fulfilling lives.
(647) 251-8109 View (647) 251-8109
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Jane (J.h.) Xiong
Registered Psychotherapist, MPS, PhD, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6R
I work with people from all nations and cultures, and I work more with adults in my practice and with some Chinese when I also speak both Mandarin and Cantonese. Life is never smooth. From time to time, we need to seek help from others to face the challenges. As a professional psychotherapist, I am keen to journey with you through your life difficulties such as traumatic events, life changes, loss, and grief. I will help you to identify your own feelings, emotions, values, faith, and strength to face your life problems causing stress, anxiety or depression etc. Hopefully we work together to find meaning and transcend life changes.
I work with people from all nations and cultures, and I work more with adults in my practice and with some Chinese when I also speak both Mandarin and Cantonese. Life is never smooth. From time to time, we need to seek help from others to face the challenges. As a professional psychotherapist, I am keen to journey with you through your life difficulties such as traumatic events, life changes, loss, and grief. I will help you to identify your own feelings, emotions, values, faith, and strength to face your life problems causing stress, anxiety or depression etc. Hopefully we work together to find meaning and transcend life changes.
(647) 360-9893 View (647) 360-9893
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Celia Wong
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MA, RP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5S  (Online Only)
When painful events happen and difficult emotions come up, of course we want to push it away and distract ourselves from it all. However what we resist, persists and no wonder you are feeling burnt out and disconnected. I'm glad that you are finally prioritizing your own needs and thinking about getting help. I believe that healing happens within a warm and trusting therapeutic relationship. Let's make a plan together to develop some strengths and skills to move forward. You deserve to feel better.
When painful events happen and difficult emotions come up, of course we want to push it away and distract ourselves from it all. However what we resist, persists and no wonder you are feeling burnt out and disconnected. I'm glad that you are finally prioritizing your own needs and thinking about getting help. I believe that healing happens within a warm and trusting therapeutic relationship. Let's make a plan together to develop some strengths and skills to move forward. You deserve to feel better.
(437) 292-3692 View (437) 292-3692
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Carmen Guo 华语|中文
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5C  (Online Only)
Have you ever felt your mind tangled and chaotic? When emotions overwhelm, clear thinking becomes tough. I hope to create a warm and safe space with you collaboratively, where we can together be aware of and differentiate various emotions, untangle complexities in thoughts, and fulfill genuine needs. Emotions are like internal signals, attempting to engage in a healing dialogue with us. I specialized in intergenerational trauma, mother-daughter relationship, breakup, family-of-origin trauma, eating disorders, identity crisis, narcissistic abuse, anxiety, depression, peer relationships, self-esteem, grief, and loss.
Have you ever felt your mind tangled and chaotic? When emotions overwhelm, clear thinking becomes tough. I hope to create a warm and safe space with you collaboratively, where we can together be aware of and differentiate various emotions, untangle complexities in thoughts, and fulfill genuine needs. Emotions are like internal signals, attempting to engage in a healing dialogue with us. I specialized in intergenerational trauma, mother-daughter relationship, breakup, family-of-origin trauma, eating disorders, identity crisis, narcissistic abuse, anxiety, depression, peer relationships, self-esteem, grief, and loss.
(289) 210-7389 View (289) 210-7389
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Eunice Chau
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5T  (Online Only)
Do you feel pressured to be perfect and live up to others high expectations? Do you feel angry, stuck, overwhelmed, or powerless? Do you consistently experience intrusive thoughts and engage in repetitive behaviours that affect your daily life? Are you trying to make sense of your feelings after a difficult transition, traumatic event, or painful loss, and seeking healthier ways of coping? I am here to support you.
Do you feel pressured to be perfect and live up to others high expectations? Do you feel angry, stuck, overwhelmed, or powerless? Do you consistently experience intrusive thoughts and engage in repetitive behaviours that affect your daily life? Are you trying to make sense of your feelings after a difficult transition, traumatic event, or painful loss, and seeking healthier ways of coping? I am here to support you.
(289) 723-1949 View (289) 723-1949
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Alli Therapy - Kamie Cheng
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5B  (Online Only)
Navigating the complexities of life, are you striving to be your best but finding yourself a bit mixed up? Are you facing challenges that leave you frustrated? In our sessions, you'll find support that walks along with you, follows your pace, and respects your unique approach to navigating this transition in your journey.
Navigating the complexities of life, are you striving to be your best but finding yourself a bit mixed up? Are you facing challenges that leave you frustrated? In our sessions, you'll find support that walks along with you, follows your pace, and respects your unique approach to navigating this transition in your journey.
(437) 747-7326 View (437) 747-7326

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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.