Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) Counselling in Hucknall

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Sharon Turner MBACP, MNCS (accred)
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Hucknall NG15
I have a focus on solution focused, grief and trauma & couples therapy working from a person-centred perspective holding your unique experience at the heart of my work.
Life brings many challenges. You may be experiencing a range of issues; struggling to understand or come to terms with issues such as health, loss, trauma or family issues which can lead to uncomfortable feelings. Sometimes issues are complex and interlink into many areas of our lives creating anxiety, stress, depressed or grief. I have experience working with all these and the different ways they affect clients. Are difficult feelings affecting work, social and home life? Impacting on health or self esteem and self worth?
I have a focus on solution focused, grief and trauma & couples therapy working from a person-centred perspective holding your unique experience at the heart of my work.
Life brings many challenges. You may be experiencing a range of issues; struggling to understand or come to terms with issues such as health, loss, trauma or family issues which can lead to uncomfortable feelings. Sometimes issues are complex and interlink into many areas of our lives creating anxiety, stress, depressed or grief. I have experience working with all these and the different ways they affect clients. Are difficult feelings affecting work, social and home life? Impacting on health or self esteem and self worth?
0115 697 2119 View 0115 697 2119
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Susan Ellen Draper-Todkill
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Hucknall NG15
My normal daily routine is supporting Professional Emergency Services personnel, NHS, Police, Ambulance and Paramedics, Prison Services, Fire Service, Furloughed workers, Working from Home . CMIS (Critical Incident Stress Management) response currently using Skype , Zoom etc. Counselling and Hypnotherapy for Managing and Eliminating Stress, Anxiety, Low Mood, Alcohol Reduction, Smoking Cessation, Weight Management , Low Self Esteem, Relationship issues, Divorce, Coaching. Qualified Supervisor for Counsellors and Hypnotherapists. Supporting you through challenging times in difficult circumstances. Contact me now with your concerns
My normal daily routine is supporting Professional Emergency Services personnel, NHS, Police, Ambulance and Paramedics, Prison Services, Fire Service, Furloughed workers, Working from Home . CMIS (Critical Incident Stress Management) response currently using Skype , Zoom etc. Counselling and Hypnotherapy for Managing and Eliminating Stress, Anxiety, Low Mood, Alcohol Reduction, Smoking Cessation, Weight Management , Low Self Esteem, Relationship issues, Divorce, Coaching. Qualified Supervisor for Counsellors and Hypnotherapists. Supporting you through challenging times in difficult circumstances. Contact me now with your concerns
01623 259226 View 01623 259226
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Adam Yusufali Counselling
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Hucknall NG15
Hi my name is Adam. I am qualified and registered with the BACP. Sometimes life can get overwhelming or we may experience things that can impact negatively on our general way of being. I want you to know that it is really OK not to be OK and that it is OK to ask for help. If you find yourself struggling with your own sense of self or others around you, then please do reach out, I would like to help you. We can discover the light from within, when we explore and navigate the darkness.
Hi my name is Adam. I am qualified and registered with the BACP. Sometimes life can get overwhelming or we may experience things that can impact negatively on our general way of being. I want you to know that it is really OK not to be OK and that it is OK to ask for help. If you find yourself struggling with your own sense of self or others around you, then please do reach out, I would like to help you. We can discover the light from within, when we explore and navigate the darkness.
0115 697 1319 View 0115 697 1319
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Spiritwell Counselling
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Hucknall NG15
Welcome To Spiritwell. I'm Maddy and I work as a therapeutic counsellor. I am based in Kirkby in Ashfield, on the Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire border and I offer reasonably priced appointments either face to face, over the phone or via video chat. I also offer an optional, free, 30 minute telephone introduction.
Welcome To Spiritwell. I'm Maddy and I work as a therapeutic counsellor. I am based in Kirkby in Ashfield, on the Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire border and I offer reasonably priced appointments either face to face, over the phone or via video chat. I also offer an optional, free, 30 minute telephone introduction.
01623 701272 View 01623 701272
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Susan Faulkner
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Hucknall NG15
I am a qualified Counselling Therapist based in Kimberley, Nottinghamshire, and a Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP).  I work within the Person Centred Modality, which is a talking therapy, geared towards supporting clients in making considered and autonomous decisions.  I work in an empathic and non-judgemental manner in order to create a safe space for clients to explore and grow their sense of self by gaining a better understanding of their personal thoughts, feelings and values related to their core challenges and life setbacks.
I am a qualified Counselling Therapist based in Kimberley, Nottinghamshire, and a Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP).  I work within the Person Centred Modality, which is a talking therapy, geared towards supporting clients in making considered and autonomous decisions.  I work in an empathic and non-judgemental manner in order to create a safe space for clients to explore and grow their sense of self by gaining a better understanding of their personal thoughts, feelings and values related to their core challenges and life setbacks.
0115 647 7388 View 0115 647 7388

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Francis Mutero
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG1
My core training is long term & deeper work, but can offer short term/solution focused depending on your clinical needs.
Hi. I understand that reaching out is hard, so I will endeavour to provide you with a safe, welcoming, and non-judgemental space. Together, we will explore the issues that have led you to seek therapy. Some off those who I have worked with have experienced loss. I understand that 'loss' can be a lonely journey, I am here to work alongside your grief, at your pace and exploring gently. Understanding that grief maybe doesn't have an 'ending', but is something that we learn live with, in possibility a different way of being from before. I work with all types of loss enabling those who I have worked with to be in a secure & safe space.
My core training is long term & deeper work, but can offer short term/solution focused depending on your clinical needs.
Hi. I understand that reaching out is hard, so I will endeavour to provide you with a safe, welcoming, and non-judgemental space. Together, we will explore the issues that have led you to seek therapy. Some off those who I have worked with have experienced loss. I understand that 'loss' can be a lonely journey, I am here to work alongside your grief, at your pace and exploring gently. Understanding that grief maybe doesn't have an 'ending', but is something that we learn live with, in possibility a different way of being from before. I work with all types of loss enabling those who I have worked with to be in a secure & safe space.
0115 824 1537 View 0115 824 1537
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Andrea Mendes Freira
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nottingham NG1  (Online Only)
Regardless of our background we all go through difficult moments in our lives, leaving us overwhelmed and often struggling with feelings that may be hard to understand. It could be because life events are hard to overcome, or you feel exploited and disempowered and would like that to change. Maybe you are sexually unfulfilled or dealing with sexual problems. It could be that you want to build the confidence to come out of the closet or just to find your sexual self and enjoy the intimacy you desire in your romantic relationships. Whatever the reason is that brings you to this point - it is ok to look for someone to talk to.
Regardless of our background we all go through difficult moments in our lives, leaving us overwhelmed and often struggling with feelings that may be hard to understand. It could be because life events are hard to overcome, or you feel exploited and disempowered and would like that to change. Maybe you are sexually unfulfilled or dealing with sexual problems. It could be that you want to build the confidence to come out of the closet or just to find your sexual self and enjoy the intimacy you desire in your romantic relationships. Whatever the reason is that brings you to this point - it is ok to look for someone to talk to.
0115 824 4053 View 0115 824 4053
Photo of Rachel Hollands, MBACP Accred, Counsellor
Rachel Hollands
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG3
I offer either longer term or short term solution focused therapy, depending on your needs.
Hi I'm Rachel. Thanks for looking at my profile. I know it takes courage to reach out. Would you like support to navigate through a difficult time? to clarify what you need in life? feel more at ease in your own skin? enjoy things a bit more? I've been there and know it can be hard to open up. But it can really help. Sometimes it can take a while or sometimes just a short experience of therapy can open you up to a more fulfilled life. The stress and upset you may feel can be holding you back, I want to support you through this so you can look forward and see a different way.
I offer either longer term or short term solution focused therapy, depending on your needs.
Hi I'm Rachel. Thanks for looking at my profile. I know it takes courage to reach out. Would you like support to navigate through a difficult time? to clarify what you need in life? feel more at ease in your own skin? enjoy things a bit more? I've been there and know it can be hard to open up. But it can really help. Sometimes it can take a while or sometimes just a short experience of therapy can open you up to a more fulfilled life. The stress and upset you may feel can be holding you back, I want to support you through this so you can look forward and see a different way.
01777 809423 View 01777 809423
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Andrelax
Psychotherapist, MHGI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nottingham NG4
Human givens practitioners offer practical, solution-focused help that deals with mental and emotional distress in the here and now. They won’t waste time just endlessly listening to you or attempting to dredge up real or imagined miserable memories from the past. Nor do they deal in time-wasting so-called voyages of ‘self-discovery’… Their psychotherapy training ensures that they have a sound body of evidence-based knowledge and the proven skills to help both adults and children as quickly as possible with a wide variety of emotional and behavioural difficulties.
Human givens practitioners offer practical, solution-focused help that deals with mental and emotional distress in the here and now. They won’t waste time just endlessly listening to you or attempting to dredge up real or imagined miserable memories from the past. Nor do they deal in time-wasting so-called voyages of ‘self-discovery’… Their psychotherapy training ensures that they have a sound body of evidence-based knowledge and the proven skills to help both adults and children as quickly as possible with a wide variety of emotional and behavioural difficulties.
0115 697 1253 View 0115 697 1253
Photo of Robert Hewes, MBACP Snr. Accred, Counsellor
Robert Hewes
Counsellor, MBACP Snr. Accred
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG5
I work with short term solution focused Counselling, CBT and Coaching as well as long term therapy.
Award winning BACP Senior Accredited Counsellor / Psychotherapist. Hi, thank you for choosing to read my profile. My name is Rob Hewes and I provide appropriate therapy or coaching that you need and in a confidential, warm and safe environment. I have now spent nearly 20 years in intense training and development as have experience working with clients in a variety of settings. I am an integrative therapist, drawing skills and experience from various therapeutic approaches. I provide: Psychotherapeutic Counselling. Therapeutic Counselling Supervision. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Clinical Hypnotherapy. NLP Coaching.
I work with short term solution focused Counselling, CBT and Coaching as well as long term therapy.
Award winning BACP Senior Accredited Counsellor / Psychotherapist. Hi, thank you for choosing to read my profile. My name is Rob Hewes and I provide appropriate therapy or coaching that you need and in a confidential, warm and safe environment. I have now spent nearly 20 years in intense training and development as have experience working with clients in a variety of settings. I am an integrative therapist, drawing skills and experience from various therapeutic approaches. I provide: Psychotherapeutic Counselling. Therapeutic Counselling Supervision. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Clinical Hypnotherapy. NLP Coaching.
0115 697 1698 View 0115 697 1698
Photo of Dr Nazia Taj, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych., Psychologist
Dr Nazia Taj
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG1  (Online Only)
Welcome, I'm Dr Nazia Taj, a Clinical Psychologist (registered with the Health and Care Professions Council and the British Psychological Society), dedicated to providing compassionate and effective therapy for adults struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, low self-confidence and trauma. I believe in creating a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions and experiences without judgement.
Welcome, I'm Dr Nazia Taj, a Clinical Psychologist (registered with the Health and Care Professions Council and the British Psychological Society), dedicated to providing compassionate and effective therapy for adults struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, low self-confidence and trauma. I believe in creating a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions and experiences without judgement.
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Photo of undefined - Jayne Daniels Counselling & Supervision Services, MBACP, Counsellor
Jayne Daniels Counselling & Supervision Services
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Alfreton DE55
ARE YOU SUFFERING WITH ANXIETY, DEPRESSED, WORTHLESS, IN CRISIS, UNABLE TO COPE BUT DON'T KNOW WHY? DO YOU NEED SOMEONE TO TALK TO AND LISTEN TO YOU? I CAN HELP. CONTACT ME NOW FOR A FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION. My name is Jayne Daniels; I am an experienced, qualified integrative counsellor and Clinical Supervisor. I offer different ways of working to suit your individual needs, including CBT, person centered and psycho dynamic. Counselling can help you make sense of what is happening in your life, support you through difficult and traumatic times and help you to live a happy and fulfilling life.
ARE YOU SUFFERING WITH ANXIETY, DEPRESSED, WORTHLESS, IN CRISIS, UNABLE TO COPE BUT DON'T KNOW WHY? DO YOU NEED SOMEONE TO TALK TO AND LISTEN TO YOU? I CAN HELP. CONTACT ME NOW FOR A FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION. My name is Jayne Daniels; I am an experienced, qualified integrative counsellor and Clinical Supervisor. I offer different ways of working to suit your individual needs, including CBT, person centered and psycho dynamic. Counselling can help you make sense of what is happening in your life, support you through difficult and traumatic times and help you to live a happy and fulfilling life.
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Dr Steven Lilley, Inter-Mind Ltd
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Mansfield NG21
My name is Steve Lilley and I am a Registered Clinical Psychologist and Accredited Cognitive Analytic Therapist (ACAT) with over 19 years' experience of working in the mental health field, including the NHS, independent secure mental health services, and private practice (Inter-Mind Psychological Services Ltd). I pride myself on a down-to-Earth approach that is highly confidential, compassionate, and consistent with my professional ethics and values. I use the knowledge and skills I have to try to help clients make sense of their difficulties and to find ways of moving forwards in their lives.
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Knighton counselling
Counsellor, MBACP Snr. Accred
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG1
I have been in practice for 25 years and during that time helped hundreds of clients with a wide range of emotional issues. I am a compassionate and approachable person that clients trust and feel at ease with. Relationship breakdowns and difficulties can leave people feeling lost and confused counselling can help them through this process of change . Past difficult experiences can have an impact on their lives in a negative way , I can help clients process past trauma so that they can live a more happy life. I was the clinical supervisor at a womens sexual abuse charity and the clinical lead of a cancer charity for 3 years .
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Godiva's Counselling Home Ltd
Counsellor, DCounsPsych
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG1
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Compassionate Counselling
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG3
Welcome. I'm an experienced psychotherapist and counsellor working with adults to help improve well-being and quality of life. Counselling can help boost self-esteem, untangle emotional dilemmas, provide support during grief or trauma, enable you to have the courage to face the world again after illness, divorce or job loss. It can also help you to discover why you feel a certain way. It can be a great opportunity to change habitual ways of relating, gain control of your life and move forward. If you are feeling low, anxious or stuck in some way, then you may well benefit from some counselling.
Welcome. I'm an experienced psychotherapist and counsellor working with adults to help improve well-being and quality of life. Counselling can help boost self-esteem, untangle emotional dilemmas, provide support during grief or trauma, enable you to have the courage to face the world again after illness, divorce or job loss. It can also help you to discover why you feel a certain way. It can be a great opportunity to change habitual ways of relating, gain control of your life and move forward. If you are feeling low, anxious or stuck in some way, then you may well benefit from some counselling.
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Dr Emma Medard
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG2
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Dawn White - Chesterfield Sheffield Dronfield
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Mansfield NG18
I understand how hard the first step can be to ask for help, sometimes you just want to be heard and listened too, you may be feeling depressed, anxious, angry, or frustrated with moving your life forward. You may be feeling confused, and unsure about where your life is heading. I can help you become stronger and find new ways of coping, whilst understanding yourself, and others around you. You are a unique person and have already begun your unique journey of recovery, I am passionate about you taking back control over your life. I aim to support you through this by tailoring my approach to you.
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Dr Keith Abbott
Counsellor, PhD, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG1
I’m passionate about helping you make more of your life, whether you want to work on personal, psychological, relationship, mental health or spiritual issues or to find more meaning, fulfilment, purpose and happiness in life. I have a Masters degree (with Distinction) in Person-Centred Counselling & Psychotherapy Practice. I offer short and long term counselling and psychotherapy, and counselling supervision. I help men, women and couples of many professions, occupations and nationalities, from 18 upwards in UK and (online) overseas. I provide individual sessions, couples sessions and am a qualified counselling supervisor.
I’m passionate about helping you make more of your life, whether you want to work on personal, psychological, relationship, mental health or spiritual issues or to find more meaning, fulfilment, purpose and happiness in life. I have a Masters degree (with Distinction) in Person-Centred Counselling & Psychotherapy Practice. I offer short and long term counselling and psychotherapy, and counselling supervision. I help men, women and couples of many professions, occupations and nationalities, from 18 upwards in UK and (online) overseas. I provide individual sessions, couples sessions and am a qualified counselling supervisor.
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Purple House Clinic Nottingham
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG1
Dr Lee is a Registered Clinical Psychologist experienced in working with clients across the lifespan. She provides assessment and therapeutic intervention for psychological difficulties including depression, anxiety, phobias, obsessive/compulsive problems, trauma, child behavioural problems, bereavement, trauma, anxiety and adjustment to chronic and life-limiting physical health conditions. Further to qualification in 2006 Dr Lee has worked in a range of settings both in the NHS and privately. She has post qualification training in Clinical Neuropsychology and Eye Movement Desentisitaion and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Dr Lee is a Registered Clinical Psychologist experienced in working with clients across the lifespan. She provides assessment and therapeutic intervention for psychological difficulties including depression, anxiety, phobias, obsessive/compulsive problems, trauma, child behavioural problems, bereavement, trauma, anxiety and adjustment to chronic and life-limiting physical health conditions. Further to qualification in 2006 Dr Lee has worked in a range of settings both in the NHS and privately. She has post qualification training in Clinical Neuropsychology and Eye Movement Desentisitaion and Reprocessing (EMDR).
01777 800583 View 01777 800583
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.