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Pamela Schade, LPC, NCC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Pamela uses techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, marital therapy, grief therapy, and trauma resolution therapy to assist her clients with balancing their stressors from work and life.
Pamela Schade, LPC, NCC, is a licensed professional counselor in Pennsylvania and is board certified. Pamela has 20 years of experience in assisting many people in need (children, adults, and seniors) who have struggled with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, addictions, low self-esteem, mental illness, grief & loss, trauma, and anger issues. Pamela earned her Masters of Science Degree in Counseling from Texas A&M University. She focuses on individual and couples' counseling. Pamela offers individual counseling and marital counseling for enhancing relationships, decreasing marital discord, increasing trust, improving conflict management, decreasing worry and anxiety, and lessening the burden of having irrational thoughts, negative thinking, and irritable moods. What is the root of our problems? Why do we have feelings? What is the importance of having feelings? We have feelings so we can connect with one another. Human beings are social beings who need support from the people in their lives.
Pamela uses techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, marital therapy, grief therapy, and trauma resolution therapy to assist her clients with balancing their stressors from work and life.
Pamela Schade, LPC, NCC, is a licensed professional counselor in Pennsylvania and is board certified. Pamela has 20 years of experience in assisting many people in need (children, adults, and seniors) who have struggled with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, addictions, low self-esteem, mental illness, grief & loss, trauma, and anger issues. Pamela earned her Masters of Science Degree in Counseling from Texas A&M University. She focuses on individual and couples' counseling. Pamela offers individual counseling and marital counseling for enhancing relationships, decreasing marital discord, increasing trust, improving conflict management, decreasing worry and anxiety, and lessening the burden of having irrational thoughts, negative thinking, and irritable moods. What is the root of our problems? Why do we have feelings? What is the importance of having feelings? We have feelings so we can connect with one another. Human beings are social beings who need support from the people in their lives.
(267) 519-2449 View (267) 519-2449
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Caroline Welty
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CAADC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19102  (Online Only)
Ms. Welty received her MS degree in Clinical Psychology from Chestnut Hill College. With over 15 years in the field, she specializes in trauma therapy, substance use disorders, eating disorders, co-occurring disorders, domestic violence, PTSD, anxiety, and mood disorders. Ms. Welty works with adults (18+), couples, families, and groups. In addition to being a Licensed Professional Counselor, Ms. Welty is also a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC) and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. She uses CBT, REBT, 12-Step, solution-focused, mindfulness, and psychodynamic therapeutic modalities.
Ms. Welty received her MS degree in Clinical Psychology from Chestnut Hill College. With over 15 years in the field, she specializes in trauma therapy, substance use disorders, eating disorders, co-occurring disorders, domestic violence, PTSD, anxiety, and mood disorders. Ms. Welty works with adults (18+), couples, families, and groups. In addition to being a Licensed Professional Counselor, Ms. Welty is also a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC) and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. She uses CBT, REBT, 12-Step, solution-focused, mindfulness, and psychodynamic therapeutic modalities.
(484) 673-6218 View (484) 673-6218
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Kimberly Thurston-Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Have you been affected by adverse life experiences in childhood or as an adult? Do you feel stuck and lack motivation? Are you ready to heal and transform? I believe everyone's light is meant to shine no matter how dark times are or have been. I'm passionate about empowering others to overcome difficulties and thrive.
Have you been affected by adverse life experiences in childhood or as an adult? Do you feel stuck and lack motivation? Are you ready to heal and transform? I believe everyone's light is meant to shine no matter how dark times are or have been. I'm passionate about empowering others to overcome difficulties and thrive.
(484) 939-8855 View (484) 939-8855
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Koti Gaspich
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19102  (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Koti. I have 13 year of experience across multiple treatment settings, life challenges and diagnoses. Through evidenced based interventions with strengths and compassion focused care, I can help you navigate the situations and symptoms you have been struggling with. Common techniques/interventions I employ in treatment are through the lenses of Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, CBT (self-monitoring, behavior activation, cognitive restructuring), ACT and Solution Focused frameworks. I use a collaborative approach and welcome feedback about what is and is not working so I can better support you.
Hi, I'm Koti. I have 13 year of experience across multiple treatment settings, life challenges and diagnoses. Through evidenced based interventions with strengths and compassion focused care, I can help you navigate the situations and symptoms you have been struggling with. Common techniques/interventions I employ in treatment are through the lenses of Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, CBT (self-monitoring, behavior activation, cognitive restructuring), ACT and Solution Focused frameworks. I use a collaborative approach and welcome feedback about what is and is not working so I can better support you.
(724) 481-5347 View (724) 481-5347
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Monique Sheppard
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19102  (Online Only)
Some techniques I use include, but not limited to, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Reality Therapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor licensed in Pennsylvania. I have experience working in the field of mental health and behavioral health since 2003. I have worked with individuals with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, addiction issues, and other mental health/behavioral health issues. I also helped people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. I consider myself an eclectic psychotherapist. I believe that no one individual is the same as another, therefore treatment should be personalized.
Some techniques I use include, but not limited to, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Reality Therapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor licensed in Pennsylvania. I have experience working in the field of mental health and behavioral health since 2003. I have worked with individuals with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, addiction issues, and other mental health/behavioral health issues. I also helped people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. I consider myself an eclectic psychotherapist. I believe that no one individual is the same as another, therefore treatment should be personalized.
(570) 514-4991 View (570) 514-4991
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Ross Hunter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19102
If you are someone who is seeking healing and growth in a safe therapeutic space, then I believe you've come to the right place. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, grief, and difficult life transitions, in addition to working with a number of different other psychological issues, such as substance use, trauma, self-esteem, men’s issues, anger, relationships problems, and ADHD. I integrate various therapeutic models in my work, including CBT, Existential Psychotherapy, ACT, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy.
If you are someone who is seeking healing and growth in a safe therapeutic space, then I believe you've come to the right place. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, grief, and difficult life transitions, in addition to working with a number of different other psychological issues, such as substance use, trauma, self-esteem, men’s issues, anger, relationships problems, and ADHD. I integrate various therapeutic models in my work, including CBT, Existential Psychotherapy, ACT, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy.
(484) 559-6466 View (484) 559-6466
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Justin Voss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19102  (Online Only)
Justin Voss is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Pennsylvania, with a master's degree in clinical social work from Temple University. He has completed training in motivational interviewing, trauma-focused CBT, attachment based family therapy, and extensive workshops in trans related care following his graduate education. His primary area of expertise is working with young adults/adults that identify under the LGBTQ+ umbrella. Justin's clinical interests include LGBTQ, sexual identity, gender identity, kink, polyamory, and non-monogamous relationships.
Justin Voss is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Pennsylvania, with a master's degree in clinical social work from Temple University. He has completed training in motivational interviewing, trauma-focused CBT, attachment based family therapy, and extensive workshops in trans related care following his graduate education. His primary area of expertise is working with young adults/adults that identify under the LGBTQ+ umbrella. Justin's clinical interests include LGBTQ, sexual identity, gender identity, kink, polyamory, and non-monogamous relationships.
(267) 310-1638 View (267) 310-1638
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Karley Chickness
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19102  (Online Only)
I use several methods including DBT, CBT, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
As JK Rowling once said, "Happiness can be found even in the darkest of times, if only one remembers to turn on the light." Welcome to a safe space, I commend your bravery & vulnerability to seek help for your mental health. Are you looking for a therapist that's adaptive to your needs and will also challenge you to become the best version of yourself? If you are, I may be a good fit for you and am happy to meet for a free consult. A little about me, I'm an empathic, yet humorous, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Certified Advanced Alcohol & Drug Counselor (CAADC) in the state of Pennsylvania.
I use several methods including DBT, CBT, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
As JK Rowling once said, "Happiness can be found even in the darkest of times, if only one remembers to turn on the light." Welcome to a safe space, I commend your bravery & vulnerability to seek help for your mental health. Are you looking for a therapist that's adaptive to your needs and will also challenge you to become the best version of yourself? If you are, I may be a good fit for you and am happy to meet for a free consult. A little about me, I'm an empathic, yet humorous, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Certified Advanced Alcohol & Drug Counselor (CAADC) in the state of Pennsylvania.
(484) 897-7206 View (484) 897-7206
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Samaria Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19102
I genuinely love people and the beautiful human spirit in each of us. I honor the courage it takes to keep getting up no matter how many times life knocks you down. If you are ready to move from a state of survival to a state of thriving, I am here to be your guide. My childhood was complex and turbulent and healing from the impact of trauma has been the greatest work of my life. My hope is to help you understand the transformative power of the human spirit. You have more personal power than you could ever imagine and it can be used with intention to create the result you desire in your life.
I genuinely love people and the beautiful human spirit in each of us. I honor the courage it takes to keep getting up no matter how many times life knocks you down. If you are ready to move from a state of survival to a state of thriving, I am here to be your guide. My childhood was complex and turbulent and healing from the impact of trauma has been the greatest work of my life. My hope is to help you understand the transformative power of the human spirit. You have more personal power than you could ever imagine and it can be used with intention to create the result you desire in your life.
(267) 578-7421 View (267) 578-7421
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Jill Slepman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19102  (Online Only)
Living with anxiety can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. Together, we'll delve into the depths of your emotions, thoughts, and beliefs, unraveling their intricate influence on how you show up in the world. We’ll work together to deepen your understanding of yourself, empowering you to navigate life's challenges with newfound clarity and confidence. Through our work I will support you by identifying and tapping into your unique inner strengths to empower you to achieve your goals and improve emotional health. Working together in a non-judgemental, collaborative space we’ll help you build confidence.
Living with anxiety can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. Together, we'll delve into the depths of your emotions, thoughts, and beliefs, unraveling their intricate influence on how you show up in the world. We’ll work together to deepen your understanding of yourself, empowering you to navigate life's challenges with newfound clarity and confidence. Through our work I will support you by identifying and tapping into your unique inner strengths to empower you to achieve your goals and improve emotional health. Working together in a non-judgemental, collaborative space we’ll help you build confidence.
(267) 680-7217 View (267) 680-7217
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Joshua Rutherford
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19102
People seek therapy for a variety of reasons: they feel "stuck," want to create greater meaning in their lives, improve relationships, achieve specific goals or work through various stressors. Whatever your reason, I will work to create a safe therapeutic experience specific to your personal concerns. This includes strengthening problem solving abilities, challenging maladaptive thinking patterns, creating behavioral change and increasing confidence and comfort.
People seek therapy for a variety of reasons: they feel "stuck," want to create greater meaning in their lives, improve relationships, achieve specific goals or work through various stressors. Whatever your reason, I will work to create a safe therapeutic experience specific to your personal concerns. This includes strengthening problem solving abilities, challenging maladaptive thinking patterns, creating behavioral change and increasing confidence and comfort.
(267) 713-3848 View (267) 713-3848
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Theresa Gaffney
Pre-Licensed Professional, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19102  (Online Only)
Therapy can help you unlock doors to healing and allow you to tell your story in a way that promotes self-acceptance, growth and confidence. Whether you are dealing with chronic illness, overwhelm, addictions, or a lack of purpose in your career or personal identity and relationships, I am here to help you navigate life's current challenges and beyond. With a background in college counseling and esports coaching, I bring a specialized and motivational perspective into the room, while still meeting you where you are. Facing major life transitions? Therapy can be a safe space to explore options and create a plan to move forward.
Therapy can help you unlock doors to healing and allow you to tell your story in a way that promotes self-acceptance, growth and confidence. Whether you are dealing with chronic illness, overwhelm, addictions, or a lack of purpose in your career or personal identity and relationships, I am here to help you navigate life's current challenges and beyond. With a background in college counseling and esports coaching, I bring a specialized and motivational perspective into the room, while still meeting you where you are. Facing major life transitions? Therapy can be a safe space to explore options and create a plan to move forward.
(267) 399-4912 View (267) 399-4912
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Kathleen Scheppe
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19102  (Online Only)
My clients present a spectrum of needs including navigating substance use, relational distress, chronic health issues, and productivity burnout. Often I assist clients interested in exploring impacts of capitalism, social disenfranchisement, and unhelpful narratives that can create negative self-talk, feelings of hopelessness, and existential anxiety. I identify as part of the queer community and work to support LGBTQIA clients in connecting to community, establishing boundaries, and exploring internalized messages that can impact self-esteem, communication skills, and destructive patterns.
My clients present a spectrum of needs including navigating substance use, relational distress, chronic health issues, and productivity burnout. Often I assist clients interested in exploring impacts of capitalism, social disenfranchisement, and unhelpful narratives that can create negative self-talk, feelings of hopelessness, and existential anxiety. I identify as part of the queer community and work to support LGBTQIA clients in connecting to community, establishing boundaries, and exploring internalized messages that can impact self-esteem, communication skills, and destructive patterns.
(267) 848-9169 View (267) 848-9169
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Derik B Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Hi, I'm Derik Moore, LCSW. I worked as an outpatient psychotherapist and clinical supervisor for 10 years in the community mental health realm prior to establishing my own practice. I began my career working with those living with HIV as an activist in the mid-1990s in Newark and New Brunswick, NJ, where I engaged in street outreach and advocated for a harm reduction approach. This work informed my commitment to public health and to exploring how economic and sociological factors play significant roles in the ways we move through the world. I have also been a musician for nearly 40 years and offer virtual and in-person drum lessons.
Hi, I'm Derik Moore, LCSW. I worked as an outpatient psychotherapist and clinical supervisor for 10 years in the community mental health realm prior to establishing my own practice. I began my career working with those living with HIV as an activist in the mid-1990s in Newark and New Brunswick, NJ, where I engaged in street outreach and advocated for a harm reduction approach. This work informed my commitment to public health and to exploring how economic and sociological factors play significant roles in the ways we move through the world. I have also been a musician for nearly 40 years and offer virtual and in-person drum lessons.
(610) 600-1396 View (610) 600-1396
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Howard F Hansell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19102  (Online Only)
Are you experiencing high levels of stress, anxiety and burnout? Is life feeling a bit too much for you right now and leading to depression, low energy, decreased productivity and interpersonal relationship problems? Would you like to take some time to get your life back from all of this? Better days are ahead, and I am here to help! I am a professional counselor licensed in Pennsylvania with over 20 years of experience helping clients with a diverse set of concerns including depression, anxiety, career issues, stress management, substance abuse, work-life balance, and bereavement.
Are you experiencing high levels of stress, anxiety and burnout? Is life feeling a bit too much for you right now and leading to depression, low energy, decreased productivity and interpersonal relationship problems? Would you like to take some time to get your life back from all of this? Better days are ahead, and I am here to help! I am a professional counselor licensed in Pennsylvania with over 20 years of experience helping clients with a diverse set of concerns including depression, anxiety, career issues, stress management, substance abuse, work-life balance, and bereavement.
(484) 673-6036 View (484) 673-6036
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Bernie Herlyn
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19102  (Online Only)
In my practice, I strive to let my clients be in the driver's seat while I act as their guide. I aim to meet you where you are. I am both supportive and challenging in my approach, empathic while also encouraging you to look at things from different perspectives.
In my practice, I strive to let my clients be in the driver's seat while I act as their guide. I aim to meet you where you are. I am both supportive and challenging in my approach, empathic while also encouraging you to look at things from different perspectives.
(484) 324-4209 View (484) 324-4209
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Sharon Muse
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19102  (Online Only)
Are you feeling disappointed, disconnected or unfulfilled in your life? Experiencing grief or feeling lost? If you seek a sense of purpose or are looking to bridge the gap between your current state and a fulfilled, joyful life - then let’s explore some solutions together. By providing therapy in a safe, accepting environment, I can help you construct a pathway to navigate these challenges. My clients share a profound commitment to transformative change and a sincere dedication to self-improvement. You don't need to have it all figured out, it's my job to help you.
Are you feeling disappointed, disconnected or unfulfilled in your life? Experiencing grief or feeling lost? If you seek a sense of purpose or are looking to bridge the gap between your current state and a fulfilled, joyful life - then let’s explore some solutions together. By providing therapy in a safe, accepting environment, I can help you construct a pathway to navigate these challenges. My clients share a profound commitment to transformative change and a sincere dedication to self-improvement. You don't need to have it all figured out, it's my job to help you.
(267) 754-8825 View (267) 754-8825
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Kathleen Snyder
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19102
I am a L Professional Counselor with a compassion to help people who need support and guidance. I specialize in trauma informed care, depression, anxiety, autism, PTSD, and addiction, as well as the issues that go along with these concerns. I work with children 6 years and older, teenagers, young adults, adults, and aging adults. I believe in using approaches that best fit a person and following the lead of the client as to where they would like their therapy to go.
I am a L Professional Counselor with a compassion to help people who need support and guidance. I specialize in trauma informed care, depression, anxiety, autism, PTSD, and addiction, as well as the issues that go along with these concerns. I work with children 6 years and older, teenagers, young adults, adults, and aging adults. I believe in using approaches that best fit a person and following the lead of the client as to where they would like their therapy to go.
(484) 255-4254 View (484) 255-4254
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Ryan Brooks Leslie
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19102  (Online Only)
Hello! Welcome to my site, my name is Ryan Brooks Leslie, licensed professional counselor and registered art therapist. I'm glad you found me here. There are few situations in life which are comparable to being in therapy; A helping relationship based on mutual respect, honesty, humility, educated/objective guidance, and genuine connection, in order for you to better navigate this thing we call "life". Being able to say anything, without fear of judgment, reproach, or rejection can allow you to truly face the obstacles that separate you from happiness and freedom; to be the best and most fulfilled version of yourself.
Hello! Welcome to my site, my name is Ryan Brooks Leslie, licensed professional counselor and registered art therapist. I'm glad you found me here. There are few situations in life which are comparable to being in therapy; A helping relationship based on mutual respect, honesty, humility, educated/objective guidance, and genuine connection, in order for you to better navigate this thing we call "life". Being able to say anything, without fear of judgment, reproach, or rejection can allow you to truly face the obstacles that separate you from happiness and freedom; to be the best and most fulfilled version of yourself.
(786) 244-7347 View (786) 244-7347
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Shanda Weeden
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19102  (Online Only)
Life presents challenges as we navigate through this journey we experience various phases on this unique path. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with 22 years of experience working with individuals just like you traveling on this unique path. Together we will work on strategies to aid in making connections, just right for you. Allow your truth to manifest! I welcome you on this beautiful journey of life despite the challenges as your teammate. I look forward to seeing your name on my schedule and joining you on this journey as a team member. Let's GO :) come ALIVE!
Life presents challenges as we navigate through this journey we experience various phases on this unique path. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with 22 years of experience working with individuals just like you traveling on this unique path. Together we will work on strategies to aid in making connections, just right for you. Allow your truth to manifest! I welcome you on this beautiful journey of life despite the challenges as your teammate. I look forward to seeing your name on my schedule and joining you on this journey as a team member. Let's GO :) come ALIVE!
(484) 573-6643 View (484) 573-6643
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.