Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) Therapists in 98663

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Matthew Cronin Counseling Services, PLLC
MA, LMHCA, PCA
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98663
It all starts with a desire and openness to change, to reach out for help and understanding. You define what that looks like. From there, we will work together to overcome past trauma, negative self-beliefs, or whatever your individual stuck points. Therapy can help you strengthen your mental, emotional, and physical well-being. You do not need to walk this path alone. Whatever your struggle or need, it’s something we can work through together. Make the choice and request a free 15-minute consultation to get the help you need starting today.
It all starts with a desire and openness to change, to reach out for help and understanding. You define what that looks like. From there, we will work together to overcome past trauma, negative self-beliefs, or whatever your individual stuck points. Therapy can help you strengthen your mental, emotional, and physical well-being. You do not need to walk this path alone. Whatever your struggle or need, it’s something we can work through together. Make the choice and request a free 15-minute consultation to get the help you need starting today.
(360) 234-3083 View (360) 234-3083
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Maritza Gomez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, WA 98663  (Online Only)
I work from a person-centered, solution focused, strength based lens that is non-judgmental and compassionate.
Accepting Washington and California Telehealth Clients. Seeking help is not easy! But you've already taken the first step right here. My passion is to help individuals process the things that are causing them pain, distress, sadness, and/or anxiety. To help battle those feelings of being stuck, lost or empty. To address the negative thoughts/feelings that are not allowing you to live the life you want. To help you reconnect with the things in life that bring you true happiness. You don't have to do it alone! Some of us just need a little extra help; someone to talk to, someone to vent to, someone that listens without judgement.
I work from a person-centered, solution focused, strength based lens that is non-judgmental and compassionate.
Accepting Washington and California Telehealth Clients. Seeking help is not easy! But you've already taken the first step right here. My passion is to help individuals process the things that are causing them pain, distress, sadness, and/or anxiety. To help battle those feelings of being stuck, lost or empty. To address the negative thoughts/feelings that are not allowing you to live the life you want. To help you reconnect with the things in life that bring you true happiness. You don't have to do it alone! Some of us just need a little extra help; someone to talk to, someone to vent to, someone that listens without judgement.
(360) 207-2678 View (360) 207-2678
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Healthy Thoughts Counseling & Consultation, LLC
Counselor, MSP, LMHC, MHP
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98663
Are you LIVING or just EXISTING? Depression, anxiety, fatigue, a sudden inability to manage stress, can erode your quality of life. At Healthy Thoughts Counseling we help guide you toward engaging in LIFE again. In some cases a brain injury can be a precipitating factor to the feelings of emotional disconnection. Brain injuries occur from a blunt trauma to the brain or stroke,residual damage can also occur with the occurrence of frequent severe migraines. Our services are not limited to Brain Injury, we provide marital/relationship counseling. We help you rebuild communication skills necessary to keep the relationship alive.
Are you LIVING or just EXISTING? Depression, anxiety, fatigue, a sudden inability to manage stress, can erode your quality of life. At Healthy Thoughts Counseling we help guide you toward engaging in LIFE again. In some cases a brain injury can be a precipitating factor to the feelings of emotional disconnection. Brain injuries occur from a blunt trauma to the brain or stroke,residual damage can also occur with the occurrence of frequent severe migraines. Our services are not limited to Brain Injury, we provide marital/relationship counseling. We help you rebuild communication skills necessary to keep the relationship alive.
(360) 339-8830 View (360) 339-8830
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Mackenzie Gottfried
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98663
Mackenzie has experience working with individuals and their family members when impacted by trauma and children with behavioral issues including those with anxiety/depression. She has also worked with individuals adjusting to life transitions and people with varying experiences related to race, age and socio economic groups.
Mackenzie has experience working with individuals and their family members when impacted by trauma and children with behavioral issues including those with anxiety/depression. She has also worked with individuals adjusting to life transitions and people with varying experiences related to race, age and socio economic groups.
(360) 906-1190 x503810 View (360) 906-1190 x503810
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Kelly R. Fielding
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98663
I enjoy working with a wide variety of clients, and have done so since I began practicing in 1994. Psychotherapy can be an uncomfortable experience, and I see myself as a fellow traveler in that journey. I have worked extensively with sexual abuse victims, anxiety, and depression. I am also a sex offender treatment provider.
I enjoy working with a wide variety of clients, and have done so since I began practicing in 1994. Psychotherapy can be an uncomfortable experience, and I see myself as a fellow traveler in that journey. I have worked extensively with sexual abuse victims, anxiety, and depression. I am also a sex offender treatment provider.
(833) 988-4273 View (833) 988-4273
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Wendy Scott
Counselor, MS LMHC, DVIT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Vancouver, WA 98663  (Online Only)
Every individual is unique in their own way, and this uniqueness can also bring about different challenges to how one might navigate through their own therapy. One might not know what they need, or even what to expect when they first come into therapy, and that's okay. I'm here to help you discover just what it is "YOU" need. I believe each person has their own path to healing, and not everyone responds to the same things in the same way. "Our yesterday's do not have to predict our tomorrows, when we still have today" -Wendy
Every individual is unique in their own way, and this uniqueness can also bring about different challenges to how one might navigate through their own therapy. One might not know what they need, or even what to expect when they first come into therapy, and that's okay. I'm here to help you discover just what it is "YOU" need. I believe each person has their own path to healing, and not everyone responds to the same things in the same way. "Our yesterday's do not have to predict our tomorrows, when we still have today" -Wendy
(360) 281-6824 View (360) 281-6824
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Megan Parrott
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98663
You are not meant to be perfect; you are meant to be whole. A whole life is a mixture of good and bad. Both experiences are needed to for a wider perspective and to allow for a full appreciation of the positives in life. I work with kids, tweens, teens, and beyond, either individually or as a family, to help you achieve the life you want. We will explore your current experience, and where you want life to go, then figure out the needed knowledge, skill-building, and actions to move you (and/or your family) toward your goals and ideal life. You deserve a happy and fulfilling life, whatever that looks like for you.
You are not meant to be perfect; you are meant to be whole. A whole life is a mixture of good and bad. Both experiences are needed to for a wider perspective and to allow for a full appreciation of the positives in life. I work with kids, tweens, teens, and beyond, either individually or as a family, to help you achieve the life you want. We will explore your current experience, and where you want life to go, then figure out the needed knowledge, skill-building, and actions to move you (and/or your family) toward your goals and ideal life. You deserve a happy and fulfilling life, whatever that looks like for you.
(360) 218-0636 View (360) 218-0636
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Cece Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSWAIC, MSW, BSW
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98663  (Online Only)
As a therapist, I believe that it is important to develop a therapeutic alliance between myself and my client. Therapy should not be “one size fits all” and should always be a collaborative process between therapist and client. I will work with you to identify your treatment goals that will be clearly defined and mutually agreed upon to create a therapeutic process that will best fit your personality. I believe that therapy is about finding your authentic self and learning to embrace life.
As a therapist, I believe that it is important to develop a therapeutic alliance between myself and my client. Therapy should not be “one size fits all” and should always be a collaborative process between therapist and client. I will work with you to identify your treatment goals that will be clearly defined and mutually agreed upon to create a therapeutic process that will best fit your personality. I believe that therapy is about finding your authentic self and learning to embrace life.
(360) 845-6654 View (360) 845-6654
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Jenna Linerud
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98663
Have you recently suffered the death of a family member? I can walk with you through your journey of grief. You don't have to feel so alone. When it comes to navigating behavior and emotion regulation, I have a deep level of knowledge and experience. Together, we can work toward your individual and family goals.
Have you recently suffered the death of a family member? I can walk with you through your journey of grief. You don't have to feel so alone. When it comes to navigating behavior and emotion regulation, I have a deep level of knowledge and experience. Together, we can work toward your individual and family goals.
(360) 583-4520 View (360) 583-4520
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Emily East Cram
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98663
Waitlist for new clients
An ideal client would be a person who is ready to work through the patterns and issues that keep getting in the way of satisfaction and wellness in life. My work with clients is focused on an individual’s strength while helping them to develop an understanding of their past and present, their inner beliefs and resulting underlying issues. I strive to provide clients with a safe, supportive and caring environment in which to explore their personal issues.
An ideal client would be a person who is ready to work through the patterns and issues that keep getting in the way of satisfaction and wellness in life. My work with clients is focused on an individual’s strength while helping them to develop an understanding of their past and present, their inner beliefs and resulting underlying issues. I strive to provide clients with a safe, supportive and caring environment in which to explore their personal issues.
(360) 233-8930 View (360) 233-8930
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Breanna Moskovitz
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98663
Welcome! People usually find psychotherapy when their old ways of coping no longer work and they get stuck in dysfunctional patterns or relationships. Therapy is a place where you can increase insight into those patterns, develop new tools and have more fulfilling relationships. I am a multi-faceted practitioner who believes in meeting people where they are at, and building on the strengths and resources that you already possess. It is possible to find joy in the darkest of places.
Welcome! People usually find psychotherapy when their old ways of coping no longer work and they get stuck in dysfunctional patterns or relationships. Therapy is a place where you can increase insight into those patterns, develop new tools and have more fulfilling relationships. I am a multi-faceted practitioner who believes in meeting people where they are at, and building on the strengths and resources that you already possess. It is possible to find joy in the darkest of places.
(360) 900-1708 View (360) 900-1708
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Collaborative Counseling
Counselor, NBCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98663  (Online Only)
For many years I struggled with shame and doubt about who I was, often feeling lost and hopeless. I would exercise my feelings through control or passivity in relations with others. It wasn't until I received help from a counselor that I started my journey of healing that lead to my discovery of an authentic self who could practice healthy relationships, acceptance, love, and feel worthy from the inside out. At that point I chose to become a Counselor so as to assist others in their journeys of self discovery.
For many years I struggled with shame and doubt about who I was, often feeling lost and hopeless. I would exercise my feelings through control or passivity in relations with others. It wasn't until I received help from a counselor that I started my journey of healing that lead to my discovery of an authentic self who could practice healthy relationships, acceptance, love, and feel worthy from the inside out. At that point I chose to become a Counselor so as to assist others in their journeys of self discovery.
(360) 281-6824 View (360) 281-6824
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NT cares, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCSW, LMFT, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Vancouver, WA 98663
Hello! I formed NTcares group with like-minded colleagues. We are highly skilled professionals offering support to clients dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. You want to be heard, understood and have powerful tools to bring meaningful change to your life? We are here for you!
Hello! I formed NTcares group with like-minded colleagues. We are highly skilled professionals offering support to clients dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. You want to be heard, understood and have powerful tools to bring meaningful change to your life? We are here for you!
(971) 832-5684 View (971) 832-5684
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Kathryn F Weymouth
PhD
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98663
My clients are high functioning individuals who want help getting unstuck in some area of their lives, are seeking direction, and want help in alleviating pain, whether it is physical, emotional, psychological, relational, or spiritual. It's not unusual for them to have tried different therapies before coming to me, and most find that the combination of approaches that I use creates a healing synergy that they have not found elsewhere. In fact, my business card says "Deep Healing for Body, Mind, and Spirit." See my website at kweymouth.com for details.
My clients are high functioning individuals who want help getting unstuck in some area of their lives, are seeking direction, and want help in alleviating pain, whether it is physical, emotional, psychological, relational, or spiritual. It's not unusual for them to have tried different therapies before coming to me, and most find that the combination of approaches that I use creates a healing synergy that they have not found elsewhere. In fact, my business card says "Deep Healing for Body, Mind, and Spirit." See my website at kweymouth.com for details.
(503) 376-8719 View (503) 376-8719
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Jennae Lee
Counselor, LMHCA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Vancouver, WA 98663  (Online Only)
Let’s just call it how it is: being a teenager and young adult today is hard. The pressure and distractions can make it tough to see beyond the grip of anxiety and depression. It may feel like a far-off fantasy to live a life where your values drive your decisions, your motivation leads you to your goals, and your self-compassion is your rock on the tough days.
Let’s just call it how it is: being a teenager and young adult today is hard. The pressure and distractions can make it tough to see beyond the grip of anxiety and depression. It may feel like a far-off fantasy to live a life where your values drive your decisions, your motivation leads you to your goals, and your self-compassion is your rock on the tough days.
(509) 553-5101 View (509) 553-5101
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Isabelle Viktoria Sarno
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMHC-A
Verified Verified
Vancouver, WA 98663  (Online Only)
Isabelle believes that therapy is a team effort between the counselor and clients. For the greatest success, the client needs to be motivated to create change and the counselor needs to bring an empathetic approach and provide the right tools. Isabelle will be using a variety of different therapy models for her clients such as Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive-Behavior Therapy, and aspects of EMDR to achieve the best result.
Isabelle believes that therapy is a team effort between the counselor and clients. For the greatest success, the client needs to be motivated to create change and the counselor needs to bring an empathetic approach and provide the right tools. Isabelle will be using a variety of different therapy models for her clients such as Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive-Behavior Therapy, and aspects of EMDR to achieve the best result.
(509) 260-8185 View (509) 260-8185
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Denise Burningham Counseling, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, WA 98663  (Online Only)
I offer Individual, Couples & Relationship, and Children & Family Therapy in my practice. My work with you will be centered on supporting you in understanding your experiences and setting meaningful goals that feel right for your life. I am honored to be invited into a healing space with individuals, couples, and families. I know that the act of living is beautiful, difficult, amazing, and complicated. We will sit together in the difficult realities, the illuminating ‘ah-ha’ moments, and through the seasons of what it is to be alive. Come as you are and know I will show up as your advocate and collaborator in therapy.
I offer Individual, Couples & Relationship, and Children & Family Therapy in my practice. My work with you will be centered on supporting you in understanding your experiences and setting meaningful goals that feel right for your life. I am honored to be invited into a healing space with individuals, couples, and families. I know that the act of living is beautiful, difficult, amazing, and complicated. We will sit together in the difficult realities, the illuminating ‘ah-ha’ moments, and through the seasons of what it is to be alive. Come as you are and know I will show up as your advocate and collaborator in therapy.
(360) 230-5906 View (360) 230-5906
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Taylor Clark
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, MHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, WA 98663
Not accepting new clients
Hey there! If you feel chronically "different" from your peers, even as an adult, let's talk. Do you struggle with functional skills (looking at you, laundry mountain)? Do you struggle to hold a job? Does socializing exhaust or confuse you? If you have an elaborate system in place to keep your life "together", or if you feel the absence of systems like that, we may be a good fit. When we already struggle with "adulting" tasks, and add additional non-dominant identities into the mix- queer, trans, BIPOC, disabled/chronically ill- we can burn out on our own lives without well-rounded self-awareness and support.
Hey there! If you feel chronically "different" from your peers, even as an adult, let's talk. Do you struggle with functional skills (looking at you, laundry mountain)? Do you struggle to hold a job? Does socializing exhaust or confuse you? If you have an elaborate system in place to keep your life "together", or if you feel the absence of systems like that, we may be a good fit. When we already struggle with "adulting" tasks, and add additional non-dominant identities into the mix- queer, trans, BIPOC, disabled/chronically ill- we can burn out on our own lives without well-rounded self-awareness and support.
(360) 519-2512 View (360) 519-2512
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Mercedes Wilder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Vancouver, WA 98663
Not accepting new clients
I am currently not able to accept any new clients at this time. Are you feeling stressed or stuck? Anxious or depressed? I can help. Sometimes in life our struggles can weigh us down and we become overwhelmed with how to move forward. This is where I can assist you in working through these stuck times. I am passionate about working with folks in the LGBTQIA community, as well as providing resources and strategies to navigate a variety of things, including anxiety, ADHD, trauma, self image, and attachment.
I am currently not able to accept any new clients at this time. Are you feeling stressed or stuck? Anxious or depressed? I can help. Sometimes in life our struggles can weigh us down and we become overwhelmed with how to move forward. This is where I can assist you in working through these stuck times. I am passionate about working with folks in the LGBTQIA community, as well as providing resources and strategies to navigate a variety of things, including anxiety, ADHD, trauma, self image, and attachment.
(360) 558-3749 View (360) 558-3749
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.