Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) Therapists in Kirkwood, MO

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Becky Heck
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC
Verified
Verified
My counseling style is a strength based approach, I am skilled in CBT, Client Centered, Solution Focused , and DBT modalities.
Sometimes we all feel a little bit broken, we can get so caught up in what's going wrong or what's not working. Sometimes life get's hard, too much stress at home or work, relationship issues, grief and loss, addiction, depression, anxiety or feeling like we have just lost our way. No matter what is going on, you have taken that first step and you have come to the right place.
Emotionally Focused
(314) 926-9854
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Kirkwood, MO 63122
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Monica Uthlaut
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Unbeknownst to many, the stigma associated with "therapy" is lifting. Society is waking up and realizing overall health needs to be a non-negotiable. My passion lies in supporting & educating clients on brain/nervous system health; increased awareness on thought/behavioral patterns that exacerbate overall stress, feelings of unworthiness, and unhealthy cycles. My ideal client is ready to do some hard work and be challenged, curious and brave enough to look inside, get honest with self, work on vulnerability, and face their fears. Together, we will identify and dig out the roots that no longer serve them and plant new seeds.
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(314) 310-3429
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Catherine Lenz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Do you feel stressed, exhausted, or overwhelmed? Do you feel uncertain of the future? Together we can develop a therapeutic relationship to meet your needs. I will assist you in managing transitions in your life in a positive way. I have experience helping people going through a variety of issues relating to health, relationships, work, and life transitions. If you choose to work with me, I will assist you in gaining self-awareness, and the self-confidence you deserve. I strive to create a safe space, where you can reconnect with yourself, and to the relationships that mean the most to you.
Emotionally Focused
(314) 683-9105
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Kirkwood, MO 63122
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Katheryn Barton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MEd
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Are you and your partner feeling more and more like roommates? What happened? We used to have such a great connection and so much passion for each other. Now we feel like we are just going through the motions, trying to get through our days and survive. If this is what your relationship looks like right now, I’d love to work with you to help figure out where you lost each other. Where the communication got stuck and almost non-existent. Our work together will bring back that closeness and connection that you miss. That safe space where you can be yourself and know that your partner is there for you and has your back no matter what.
Emotionally Focused
(314) 403-2609
Kirkwood, MO 63122
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Alyssa Edwards
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I utilize a warm, person-centered, empathetic, and motivational style of communication which assists my clients in feeling heard, understood, and supported in their endeavors. I specialize in selecting the most effective approach for each individual’s needs throughout the therapeutic process. As a practitioner I am particularly skilled in assisting clients with confronting irrational thinking, coping skills, developing effective communication skills, self-esteem, and identifying goals to live their best lives.
Emotionally Focused
(314) 582-0449
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Kirkwood, MO 63122
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Kelsey Schumacher
Provisional License Professional Counselor, MA, PLPC, CRC
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
Mental health is for everyone - seriously! I work with individuals with a variety of mental health diagnosis and concerns. Some people come to counseling to process a traumatic event, some come to talk about the stress they're experiencing at their job, and some come just to learn about why they haven't been feeling their best emotionally lately. If you feel like you could even pinpoint exactly why you feel how you do, but it just doesn't make it better, I'm the counselor for you. I don't just help you figure out why, I help you DO something with what you learn about yourself so you can move past any barriers you have.
Emotionally Focused
(314) 736-3413
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Kirkwood, MO 63122
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Kelly Locker
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CHT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
*Winner-Best of Kirkwood, 4 consecutive years in Counseling & Mental Health, 2016-2019! Welcome. Life can be hard, but I am committed to identifying and resolving your painful problem, getting you the Results you want quickly. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified Hypnotherapist, providing you a safe, comfortable and supportive environment in which to achieve your Success! My approach is holistic and integrative, which means I use a variety of techniques and interventions to target the whole person (mind, body, and spirit) and I tailor them to each client and their unique, individual needs.
Emotionally Focused
(314) 720-6124
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Kirkwood, MO 63122
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Christina Lynn Howrey
Counselor, MA, LPC, CRC
Verified
Verified
Accepting New Clients! I work with adults and adolescents to overcome a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, stress, and concerns with social skills. I have over 20 years of experience working with individuals with mental health issues, Autism, ADHD, and learning and intellectual disabilities. I use a person centered, strengths based approach to help you achieve your goals and feel better!
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(314) 408-6088
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Kirkwood, MO 63122
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Daniel J Christy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CEAP, SAP
Verified
Verified
I take a compassionate approach to counseling focusing on your needs and assisting you with attaining your goals. I practice an eclectic approach utilizing various techniques to best fit you. I enjoy helping you find your inner strength and resiliency that can help you overcome life's problems. I have experience working with people to overcome anxiety issues, substance abuse, and work-life balance. If you want to get the most out of life, overcome your difficulties and reframe negative thoughts so that you can see the positive, I would love to help you.
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(314) 526-3693
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Kirkwood, MO 63122
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Angela Lovett
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
Hi there, I am here to help you. I work with individuals, couples, and families with struggles ranging from current life issues, relationship struggles, and issues that have been a lifelong battle. Clients often come to me because they have hit the lowest point and have never felt more alone, even after trying therapy countless times before. Many clients have left counseling finding resolution and a drive to live their life to the fullest. My clients have expressed finding healing, feeling equipped to manage life, and having healthier relationships and connections with others that they previously thought weren't possible.
Emotionally Focused
(314) 207-0749
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Kirkwood, MO 63122
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Dr. Virginia Eades
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, PhD
Verified
Verified
With 30 plus years of experience Dr. Eades offer a safe, warm and caring environment so that you feel comfortable and at ease. Although primarily a cognitive behavioral therapist, she uses various forms of therapy to help her clients achieve their goals. Her major desire Is to help her clients achieve a sense of satisfaction within their selves and their relationships. She has a proven track record of improving marital relationships and overcoming depression and anxiety disorders.
Emotionally Focused
(636) 238-5759
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Emily Hartman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
I treat individuals, couples and families with a variety of struggles. Whether you are in need of help navigating present relationships, life transitions, or are struggling with lifelong issues, my education and experience can help you achieve your goals. I use a variety of approaches throughout the therapeutic process to meet the needs of the clients I see as they progress and work towards leading a happier, healthier life. My experience and training can help you grow and create the change for which you are looking.
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(314) 403-1866
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Linda Richardson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I enjoy working with a diverse population to resolve the many challenges and difficulties that inevitably disrupt our lives. I am trained academically and professionally in family systems and cognitive behavioral therapy and have advanced professional training in marital and grief counseling, substance abuse and addictions, ADHD and Sexual abuse.
Emotionally Focused
(314) 877-8312
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Kirkwood, MO 63122
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Kevin Lawrence Doyle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I enjoy working with adults in individual and/or couples psychotherapy and/or spiritual direction. I assist clients in walking through struggles and seeing things from a new perspective. I believe the answers exist within my clients. My practice focus includes: Addictions, Co-Dependence, Eating Disorders, Chemical Dependence, Sexual Trauma Survivors, Men and Women Infected with HIV, Spiritual Direction, Grief, Individuals Managing others with Dementia and/or Alzheimer's Disease, Dissociative Disorders, Personality Disorders, Thought Disorders (Schizoaffective), Mood disorders (Bipolar) and Individuals Recovering from Past Traumas.
Emotionally Focused
(314) 207-9424
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Kirkwood, MO 63122
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Kelly Larkin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
I believe my clients deserve to be understood, valued, and given the opportunity to gain the tools for a more fulfilling life. When working as a team, we use our strengths to achieve the best outcome. I believe clients are the professionals on themselves and I offer the professional knowledge and therapeutic tools. Together we can identify the problem areas and find solutions for success and relief. My goal is to help my clients not feel alone with their struggles and to feel competent to deal with whatever life throws their way.
Emotionally Focused
(314) 762-6476
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Kirkwood, MO 63122
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Sameera Malik
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you working really hard at life without the outcomes you want? It can feel exhausting. Without the ability to effectively manage and cope with life's demands, a person's world can become a place filled with missed opportunities and experiences; a place of unrelenting anxiety, suffering and feelings of isolation. Change is hard and change is possibIe. It's about learning skills to do differently to live differently in a manner of your choosing. I'm a therapist who uses behavior-focused, outcome-driven treatments to address the symptoms of OCD, OCPD, PTSD, anorexia nervosa, anxiety and depression to increase quality in your life.
Emotionally Focused
(314) 254-9288
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Kirkwood, MO 63122
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Pam Weber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACHT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Individual counseling * Couples counseling * Family counseling * Adolescent counseling * Counseling for older adults and their caregivers * Addiction recovery * Weight Loss * Pam provides compassion, respect, and a heartfelt understanding for people facing life issues. Pam is knowledgeable in the areas of relationship; family dynamics; grief and loss; ADD, bipolar, anxiety, and depression; people struggling with addiction and recovery, and those who love them. The guiding principle behind Pam's work is to assist people in building more meaningful relationships with the most important people in their lives; including themselves.
Emotionally Focused
(314) 485-9974
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Kirkwood, MO 63122
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Solutions for Wellbeing, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCDP-D, MARS
Verified
Verified
Our lives can get very busy--making it hard to find time for counseling. I provide counseling via Telehealth and offer convenient evening and weekend time slots. Life can sometimes “knock our socks off”—I focus on helping clients get back on track and thriving again. Together, we develop a step-by-step plan to identify the problem, explore possible solutions, and develop strategies to move forward. We will explore the things that are getting in the way of you feeling your best self.
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(314) 690-9876
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Kirkwood, MO 63122
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Ana Dilber
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am here to guide you as YOU make the best choices for yourself. I believe in unconditional positive regard. The goal is to make the client a priority and implement self-care. Therapy is an investment and considered prevention for your own self-care needs. I have over 10 years experience, and worked in medical settings before that. I have experience in the medical health environment with a range of health issues from sufferers of heart attacks, stroke, women's & men's issues, and chronic illnesses. I implement an eclectic approach featuring CBT.
Emotionally Focused
(314) 712-4205
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Kirkwood, MO 63122
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Darice Dodd
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC, LPC-S
Verified
Verified
My counseling style is eclectic, meaning I incorporate a variety of therapeutic modalities to create the ideal treatment to meet the client’s needs. I strive to provide a safe, supportive, non-judgemental, and empathic therapeutic environment. I believe that everyone is uniquely different and may not respond to a one size fits all therapeutic modality. I believe in treating everyone with respect and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific goals and desires. I tend to work with clients from a strength-based, positive, and affirming perspective.
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(678) 661-6475
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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.