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Sarah Sims
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chico, CA 95926  (Online Only)
I use a person-centered, strength based, trauma informed, and integrative approach that includes cognitive behavioral therapy techniques, mindfulness, solution focused and motivational interviewing, as well as talk therapy.
Life can feel unbelievably challenging and overwhelming at times and you don't have to do it alone. If you are feeling stressed, anxious, are struggling to cope, or need someone to talk to, I can help and am here to support you. I have worked with individuals and families who have experienced complex trauma, loss, adoption, and other challenges. Trauma can impact many areas of our lives including our relationships, our ability to cope, how we function, and how we see and navigate the world. I am currently available for online appointments only.
I use a person-centered, strength based, trauma informed, and integrative approach that includes cognitive behavioral therapy techniques, mindfulness, solution focused and motivational interviewing, as well as talk therapy.
Life can feel unbelievably challenging and overwhelming at times and you don't have to do it alone. If you are feeling stressed, anxious, are struggling to cope, or need someone to talk to, I can help and am here to support you. I have worked with individuals and families who have experienced complex trauma, loss, adoption, and other challenges. Trauma can impact many areas of our lives including our relationships, our ability to cope, how we function, and how we see and navigate the world. I am currently available for online appointments only.
(530) 464-1423 View (530) 464-1423
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James G Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
Chico, CA 95926  (Online Only)
I AM CURRENTLY ONLY ABLE TO SEE CLIENTS VIA V-TEL. I enjoy working with individuals that recognize that something needs to change and just aren't sure which way to go. Together, we can explore your motivation to change and learn to live life based on your values, goals, and dreams. We will take a solution focused approach, strength-based approach to help you become more aware, more loving and capable of self love, and create a fuller, richer life. Clients that see me will find themselves in a safe, non-judgmental space. We are free to explore problems from a variety of angles and approaches.
I AM CURRENTLY ONLY ABLE TO SEE CLIENTS VIA V-TEL. I enjoy working with individuals that recognize that something needs to change and just aren't sure which way to go. Together, we can explore your motivation to change and learn to live life based on your values, goals, and dreams. We will take a solution focused approach, strength-based approach to help you become more aware, more loving and capable of self love, and create a fuller, richer life. Clients that see me will find themselves in a safe, non-judgmental space. We are free to explore problems from a variety of angles and approaches.
(530) 319-5215 View (530) 319-5215
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Dr. Sesha Zinn
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chico, CA 95926  (Online Only)
We check in, process what is currently going on in your life, set goals and identify strategies to be solution focused in improving the quality of your life and explore how your past is linked to your present and future self.
I'm so glad you're here. I would love to meet you and see if this is the right fit for you. Please feel free to visit my headway profile for more information and to book directly into my calendar: headway.co/providers/sesha-zinn If you have questions, please feel free to email me anytime.
We check in, process what is currently going on in your life, set goals and identify strategies to be solution focused in improving the quality of your life and explore how your past is linked to your present and future self.
I'm so glad you're here. I would love to meet you and see if this is the right fit for you. Please feel free to visit my headway profile for more information and to book directly into my calendar: headway.co/providers/sesha-zinn If you have questions, please feel free to email me anytime.
(530) 464-6225 View (530) 464-6225
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Alisha Ready
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chico, CA 95926
I use an integrative and person-centered approach that includes cognitive behavioral modalities, narrative therapy, mindfulness, and solution focused and motivational techniques.
There are seasons of our lives where we may feel lost or hopeless, and unsure how to move forward. I truly believe everyone has the strength and ability to find healing and peace. My passion is to create an emotionally safe and supportive environment to support you through your brave journey.
I use an integrative and person-centered approach that includes cognitive behavioral modalities, narrative therapy, mindfulness, and solution focused and motivational techniques.
There are seasons of our lives where we may feel lost or hopeless, and unsure how to move forward. I truly believe everyone has the strength and ability to find healing and peace. My passion is to create an emotionally safe and supportive environment to support you through your brave journey.
(530) 319-5052 View (530) 319-5052
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Andria Innerbichler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chico, CA 95973
My name is Andria Innerbichler, an LSCW who provides psychotherapy for clients who are wanting reach their therapeutic goals. I offer a warm, welcoming, and open environment for you to feel free to address the needs that brought you to therapy. I utilize Systems Theory, Solution Focused, and Cognitive Behavioral therapy modalities. I enjoy helping to strengthen the family unit and utilizing a systems approach, as well as solution-focused therapy, to obtain therapy goals. I hope to reduce overall distress and resolve conflict by improving the interactions in each relationship.
My name is Andria Innerbichler, an LSCW who provides psychotherapy for clients who are wanting reach their therapeutic goals. I offer a warm, welcoming, and open environment for you to feel free to address the needs that brought you to therapy. I utilize Systems Theory, Solution Focused, and Cognitive Behavioral therapy modalities. I enjoy helping to strengthen the family unit and utilizing a systems approach, as well as solution-focused therapy, to obtain therapy goals. I hope to reduce overall distress and resolve conflict by improving the interactions in each relationship.
(916) 623-7466 View (916) 623-7466
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Crystal Powers
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Chico, CA 95926
I am a licensed therapist with 18 years of clinical experience in the field working with individuals, couples, and groups. I use a client-centered, solution-focused approach to assist clients in their healing. I commit to creating a comfortable, safe, and non-judgmental space for you to discuss what burdens you. It is my goal to help you understand your symptoms of anxiety, panic, trauma, depression, and grief; so that you may experience your best life. I will assist you through clinical mental health and substance use issues, as well as everyday life transitions.
I am a licensed therapist with 18 years of clinical experience in the field working with individuals, couples, and groups. I use a client-centered, solution-focused approach to assist clients in their healing. I commit to creating a comfortable, safe, and non-judgmental space for you to discuss what burdens you. It is my goal to help you understand your symptoms of anxiety, panic, trauma, depression, and grief; so that you may experience your best life. I will assist you through clinical mental health and substance use issues, as well as everyday life transitions.
(951) 292-7468 View (951) 292-7468
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Rachel Chavez, LCSW, PPS & Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chico, CA 95926  (Online Only)
Therapeutic modalities offered include CBT, TFCBT, DBT, ACT, WRAP, attachment based, behavioral, solution focused, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Pupil Personnel Services Credential in School Social Work with a small team of amazing Associate Clinical Social Workers. Our specialties include working with children, teens and families, helping people of all ages heal from trauma and deal with stress and providing services including psychological evaluations for immigration cases. We also love working with members of the LGBTQ+ community, people who have migrated and their families and folks who have overcome multiple layers of hardship.
Therapeutic modalities offered include CBT, TFCBT, DBT, ACT, WRAP, attachment based, behavioral, solution focused, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Pupil Personnel Services Credential in School Social Work with a small team of amazing Associate Clinical Social Workers. Our specialties include working with children, teens and families, helping people of all ages heal from trauma and deal with stress and providing services including psychological evaluations for immigration cases. We also love working with members of the LGBTQ+ community, people who have migrated and their families and folks who have overcome multiple layers of hardship.
(530) 643-4652 View (530) 643-4652
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Paul Surace
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Chico, CA 95973
I tend to be a therapist who is both "directive" in that I frequently work with my patients to problem-solve, and thus I am solution focused and goal oriented.
Greetings. My name's Paul Surace, and I'd been working as a full-time Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with Kaiser Permanente's Behavioral Health program for the past 15 years. I tend to be a "straight shooter" -who is both goal oriented and solution focused with my patients, but very much collaborative in helping patients to decide what is their priority goals and discovering how my patients would like to accomplish these goals.
I tend to be a therapist who is both "directive" in that I frequently work with my patients to problem-solve, and thus I am solution focused and goal oriented.
Greetings. My name's Paul Surace, and I'd been working as a full-time Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with Kaiser Permanente's Behavioral Health program for the past 15 years. I tend to be a "straight shooter" -who is both goal oriented and solution focused with my patients, but very much collaborative in helping patients to decide what is their priority goals and discovering how my patients would like to accomplish these goals.
(925) 431-6554 View (925) 431-6554
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Marcia Lewis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chico, CA 95926
My name is Marcia (Mar-see-a). I am a licensed clinical social worker, and a licensed marriage and family therapist. My approach is client-centered and solution-focused. I want to get to know you, your goals, and help you remove any barriers to achieving those goals.
My name is Marcia (Mar-see-a). I am a licensed clinical social worker, and a licensed marriage and family therapist. My approach is client-centered and solution-focused. I want to get to know you, your goals, and help you remove any barriers to achieving those goals.
(909) 787-2307 View (909) 787-2307
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Tiffani Lang
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chico, CA 95928
Hello, and welcome to this phase of your journey! If you’re struggling with your emotions, experiencing relationship challenges or abuse, feeling the effects of parenting in difficult circumstances, or feeling distressed by traumatic events that have happened in your life, I can help. I specialize in perinatal mental health and mood disorders, LGBTQIA2S+ related issues, challenges related to intimate partner relationships, identifying, navigating, and recovering from abuse, and healing from traumatic experiences.
Hello, and welcome to this phase of your journey! If you’re struggling with your emotions, experiencing relationship challenges or abuse, feeling the effects of parenting in difficult circumstances, or feeling distressed by traumatic events that have happened in your life, I can help. I specialize in perinatal mental health and mood disorders, LGBTQIA2S+ related issues, challenges related to intimate partner relationships, identifying, navigating, and recovering from abuse, and healing from traumatic experiences.
(530) 456-7811 View (530) 456-7811
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Robert Anthony Ponce
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chico, CA 95973
We as people are all broken on some level, but we don’t need to stay that way. Depending upon the cards we have been dealt in life, what’s been done to us, and what we’ve done to ourselves, many of us develop fractures in our view of the world. These “fractures” affect how we view ourselves and our relationships. No matter what you are going through at this stage in life, you don’t need to struggle alone. There is hope! Whether you’re dealing with relationship issues, career problems, abuse, anxiety, depression, or self-destructive habits, change is possible. I believe that every person has the capacity to heal, grow, and change!
We as people are all broken on some level, but we don’t need to stay that way. Depending upon the cards we have been dealt in life, what’s been done to us, and what we’ve done to ourselves, many of us develop fractures in our view of the world. These “fractures” affect how we view ourselves and our relationships. No matter what you are going through at this stage in life, you don’t need to struggle alone. There is hope! Whether you’re dealing with relationship issues, career problems, abuse, anxiety, depression, or self-destructive habits, change is possible. I believe that every person has the capacity to heal, grow, and change!
(530) 236-6179 View (530) 236-6179
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Holly Chrisope Rainey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
Verified Verified
Chico, CA 95926
Finding a therapist can be a challenging endeavor. It takes true vulnerability and strength to take the first step to reach out to someone to share the most intimate parts of your life. As a therapist I strive to support you through your journey of navigating life challenges and obstacles. I place and emphasis on creating highly personalized and tailored therapeutic services to help you attain the personal growth and resiliency you desire.
Finding a therapist can be a challenging endeavor. It takes true vulnerability and strength to take the first step to reach out to someone to share the most intimate parts of your life. As a therapist I strive to support you through your journey of navigating life challenges and obstacles. I place and emphasis on creating highly personalized and tailored therapeutic services to help you attain the personal growth and resiliency you desire.
(530) 290-6312 View (530) 290-6312
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Danielle Nicole Harris
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chico, CA 95926
You’ve tried everything you can think of with your child, and nothing seems to work. You’re worried, frustrated, and tired. Therapy can help you and your family find solutions. I specialize in supporting children, teens, parents, caregivers and families during times of stress. Together, we will bring peace, happiness, laughter, and love back into your home. Parenting doesn’t come with a handbook, and you're navigating this journey as best as you can. Your number one super power that will get you through this time is the fact that you love and care about your kid so much, and will do whatever it takes to make sure they’re okay.
You’ve tried everything you can think of with your child, and nothing seems to work. You’re worried, frustrated, and tired. Therapy can help you and your family find solutions. I specialize in supporting children, teens, parents, caregivers and families during times of stress. Together, we will bring peace, happiness, laughter, and love back into your home. Parenting doesn’t come with a handbook, and you're navigating this journey as best as you can. Your number one super power that will get you through this time is the fact that you love and care about your kid so much, and will do whatever it takes to make sure they’re okay.
(916) 884-2762 View (916) 884-2762
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Christine Dufrayer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Chico, CA 95973
Hi! I’m Christine Dufrayer and I go by my Hawaiian name Kukui. I’m a licensed marriage and family therapist. Can you think of a time you really felt heard, understood, and supported? That is my goal in the work I do with the wonderful individuals and families I partner with. I have three main approaches in my therapy tool belt- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), play therapy interventions, and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). Understanding how the ways we think, feel, and act are interconnected can be a really important aspect of growth, and making adjustments can help free up that stuck feeling.
Hi! I’m Christine Dufrayer and I go by my Hawaiian name Kukui. I’m a licensed marriage and family therapist. Can you think of a time you really felt heard, understood, and supported? That is my goal in the work I do with the wonderful individuals and families I partner with. I have three main approaches in my therapy tool belt- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), play therapy interventions, and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). Understanding how the ways we think, feel, and act are interconnected can be a really important aspect of growth, and making adjustments can help free up that stuck feeling.
(530) 435-7747 View (530) 435-7747
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Kimberly Micaela Price
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chico, CA 95926
For many of us, our pains and heartaches can be felt in every aspect of our lives, physically, emotionally, mentally, behaviorally, and relationally. My experience includes assisting children, adolescents, adults, and families who are dealing with problems related to depression, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflict, trauma, and major life transitions. These feelings and experiences can be incredibly overwhelming, confusing, and isolating and I am passionate about helping people develop coping strategies, process painful experiences, and heal and grow so that they can live a fulfilling life.
For many of us, our pains and heartaches can be felt in every aspect of our lives, physically, emotionally, mentally, behaviorally, and relationally. My experience includes assisting children, adolescents, adults, and families who are dealing with problems related to depression, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflict, trauma, and major life transitions. These feelings and experiences can be incredibly overwhelming, confusing, and isolating and I am passionate about helping people develop coping strategies, process painful experiences, and heal and grow so that they can live a fulfilling life.
(530) 404-5573 View (530) 404-5573
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Lisa Jellison
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chico, CA 95926
Finding a therapist can be a difficult endeavor. You’re looking for someone you can open up to, trust and share in some of the most painful and intimate parts of your life. It takes vulnerability and courage to reach out, and finding someone you can trust and open up to is a big piece in determining if therapy will work for you. If you’re browsing here today, you are probably looking for a caring face and a professional you can trust to navigate this season of life with. Are you facing some personal or professional struggles? Sometimes the most challenging moments in our lives can lead to the most growth and healing.
Finding a therapist can be a difficult endeavor. You’re looking for someone you can open up to, trust and share in some of the most painful and intimate parts of your life. It takes vulnerability and courage to reach out, and finding someone you can trust and open up to is a big piece in determining if therapy will work for you. If you’re browsing here today, you are probably looking for a caring face and a professional you can trust to navigate this season of life with. Are you facing some personal or professional struggles? Sometimes the most challenging moments in our lives can lead to the most growth and healing.
(530) 203-8122 View (530) 203-8122
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Inspired Life Counseling
LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chico, CA 95926
When you've been walking along in life, doing the best you can, and it seems your best is never good enough. You're either letting yourself down or disappointing someone you care about. Regardless, the things around you just aren't going like they're supposed to. There's a statement that goes "not bad enough to leave, and not good enough to stay." Life isn't horrible and it's not great, it's just meh. And you're getting kind of tired of meh.
When you've been walking along in life, doing the best you can, and it seems your best is never good enough. You're either letting yourself down or disappointing someone you care about. Regardless, the things around you just aren't going like they're supposed to. There's a statement that goes "not bad enough to leave, and not good enough to stay." Life isn't horrible and it's not great, it's just meh. And you're getting kind of tired of meh.
(530) 298-8606 View (530) 298-8606
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Nicole` Cox
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chico, CA 95973
Have you experienced trauma in your life that is directly affecting your life satisfaction? Are you dealing with a situational life adjustment that is causing you distress? Are anxiety and depression prominent in your life? I would love to provide you with a safe place to process in the way that best fits your needs. I am here to hold space for you and sit alongside you while you achieve your life goals for personal growth and recovery.
Have you experienced trauma in your life that is directly affecting your life satisfaction? Are you dealing with a situational life adjustment that is causing you distress? Are anxiety and depression prominent in your life? I would love to provide you with a safe place to process in the way that best fits your needs. I am here to hold space for you and sit alongside you while you achieve your life goals for personal growth and recovery.
(530) 460-4932 View (530) 460-4932
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Abram Warren Andersen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MSc
Verified Verified
Chico, CA 95973  (Online Only)
Greetings, my name is Abram. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist, working in the field for approximately 10 years. I have worked with a variety of individuals, and couples over the course of my career. My goal as a therapist, is to work myself out of a job. In other words, I want to help my clients, identify their goals, and then work towards their goals, in a relatively short period of time. In my professional experience, most people come to therapy as a result of relationship discord, or persistent distressing emotions. My goal is to assist my clients in finding relief from distressing, emotion, and enjoy relationships.
Greetings, my name is Abram. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist, working in the field for approximately 10 years. I have worked with a variety of individuals, and couples over the course of my career. My goal as a therapist, is to work myself out of a job. In other words, I want to help my clients, identify their goals, and then work towards their goals, in a relatively short period of time. In my professional experience, most people come to therapy as a result of relationship discord, or persistent distressing emotions. My goal is to assist my clients in finding relief from distressing, emotion, and enjoy relationships.
(530) 424-2562 View (530) 424-2562
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Tula Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chico, CA 95926
Looking for the right therapist can be hard. That's exactly why we partnered together to create Tula- a group practice with therapists offering a variety of therapies. Whether you are looking for support in changing your current life circumstances, in managing your emotional health, or help with your child or teen's emotional and behavioral health, there is someone here at Tula who can help.
Looking for the right therapist can be hard. That's exactly why we partnered together to create Tula- a group practice with therapists offering a variety of therapies. Whether you are looking for support in changing your current life circumstances, in managing your emotional health, or help with your child or teen's emotional and behavioral health, there is someone here at Tula who can help.
(530) 500-0455 View (530) 500-0455
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.