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Jessica Baker
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Inkster, MI 48141  (Online Only)
Hello! I specialize in psychological assessment from ages 1 - 99. I am able to assess for attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, autism spectrum disorder, social (pragmatic) communication disorder, cognitive/intellectual impairments (including for guardianship concerns), learning disabilities, and speech and language difficulties, as well as personality assessment. I also provide therapy services, especially for those with a history of chronic and/or substantial stress (PTSD/Adjustment concerns), and I specialize in CBIT (Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics)/Tourette's and other tic disorders, and bariatric surgery.
Hello! I specialize in psychological assessment from ages 1 - 99. I am able to assess for attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, autism spectrum disorder, social (pragmatic) communication disorder, cognitive/intellectual impairments (including for guardianship concerns), learning disabilities, and speech and language difficulties, as well as personality assessment. I also provide therapy services, especially for those with a history of chronic and/or substantial stress (PTSD/Adjustment concerns), and I specialize in CBIT (Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics)/Tourette's and other tic disorders, and bariatric surgery.
(313) 251-3474 View (313) 251-3474

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Valerie Harris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Taylor, MI 48180  (Online Only)
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Crystal M Davis
Counselor, LLC
Verified Verified
Southgate, MI 48195
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Maquira Oliver Clinical Supervisor
Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48223  (Online Only)
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A Better Tomorrow Counseling Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, EdD, LCSW, LLP
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48223
Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As a solution-focused psychologist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While I can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, I will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
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Latasha Onwenu
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CAADC
Verified Verified
Plymouth, MI 48170  (Online Only)
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Rebecca Makowski
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Canton, MI 48187
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Kehly Thomas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
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Alyson Wilkes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, PsyS, CHT
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Verified Verified
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Deborah E Dreher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Southgate, MI 48195  (Online Only)
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Better Days Counseling PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
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Mohamad A Almakky
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, MEd, TLLP
Verified Verified
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Heidi Stamper
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
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Eri Jutila
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
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Hi, thank you for looking at my profile! My name is Eri; I'm a limited licensed clinical social worker and am currently accepting new clients. I work with a wide variety of people ages 16 and up on issues like depression, anxiety, trauma, interpersonal conflict, and support for gender transition. I use a direct communication style to work collaboratively with clients to define what they are struggling with and come up with solutions to make their lives more fulfilling.
Hi, thank you for looking at my profile! My name is Eri; I'm a limited licensed clinical social worker and am currently accepting new clients. I work with a wide variety of people ages 16 and up on issues like depression, anxiety, trauma, interpersonal conflict, and support for gender transition. I use a direct communication style to work collaboratively with clients to define what they are struggling with and come up with solutions to make their lives more fulfilling.
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Carly James
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW-C
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Plymouth, MI 48170
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Sarah R. Adair Williams
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Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
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Angie Bolton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
As a counselor, I am a strong believer in the power of finding healing through creative expression, both internally and externally. I work from an integrative mind/body perspective to journey with you in order to better understand what can best support you in your healing. Depending on what fits best for you, I am a Registered Art Therapist and have extensive training in complex trauma. I am also a level 1 graduate in Somatic Experiencing and am trained in EMDR and DBT. I also integrate approaches from Internal Family Systems and other modalities that support the untangling of generational, systemic and environmental trauma.
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Alyssa Lawson
Counselor, MA, LLC
Verified Verified
Livonia, MI 48152
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(313) 458-4495 View (313) 458-4495

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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.