Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) Therapists in Melville, NY

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Lisa Labrusciano
MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Melville, NY 11747
Lisa'a specialty areas include anxiety, chronic illness, depression, family conflict, life transitions, and relationship concerns. She has experience working with couples, families, adults, and teens. She utilizes various therapeutic techniques to meet her clients where they are. She helps them identify their emotions and learn positive, healthy ways to express themselves. She has also worked with older populations providing support through the end-of-life phases. She works with stress management and emotional challenges throughout the life cycle.
Lisa'a specialty areas include anxiety, chronic illness, depression, family conflict, life transitions, and relationship concerns. She has experience working with couples, families, adults, and teens. She utilizes various therapeutic techniques to meet her clients where they are. She helps them identify their emotions and learn positive, healthy ways to express themselves. She has also worked with older populations providing support through the end-of-life phases. She works with stress management and emotional challenges throughout the life cycle.
(631) 201-5666 View (631) 201-5666
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Live Love Loud Mental Health Counseling PLLC.
Counselor, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Melville, NY 11747  (Online Only)
My name is Stephanie and i'm the proud owner of Live, Love, Loud Mental Health Counseling PLLC. We work with adults and seniors, individuals, couples, families and groups struggling with anxiety, depression, and identity issues. We help by allowing you to tell your story, tap into your individual strengths to facilitate healing, achieve greater emotional intelligence, develop healthier communication styles and overcome your life challenges. Within a Strength-based, Client-centered environment, we utilize an eclectic approach using elements of Solution Focused Brief Therapy, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Positive Psychology
My name is Stephanie and i'm the proud owner of Live, Love, Loud Mental Health Counseling PLLC. We work with adults and seniors, individuals, couples, families and groups struggling with anxiety, depression, and identity issues. We help by allowing you to tell your story, tap into your individual strengths to facilitate healing, achieve greater emotional intelligence, develop healthier communication styles and overcome your life challenges. Within a Strength-based, Client-centered environment, we utilize an eclectic approach using elements of Solution Focused Brief Therapy, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Positive Psychology
(516) 207-0983 View (516) 207-0983
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David G Lerner
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
Melville, NY 11747
David provides clinical social work services for Lerner Psychological Services, P.C. He is regularly engaged in counseling and psychotherapy, in addition to forensic mental health interviews in legal matters. David earned his Master’s degree in social work from Fordham University, graduating summa cum laude with over a 3.9 GPA.
David provides clinical social work services for Lerner Psychological Services, P.C. He is regularly engaged in counseling and psychotherapy, in addition to forensic mental health interviews in legal matters. David earned his Master’s degree in social work from Fordham University, graduating summa cum laude with over a 3.9 GPA.
(631) 503-0704 View (631) 503-0704
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Michael Marzo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Melville, NY 11747
I work closely with individuals, couples, and families who are looking to improve the quality of their personal lives and relationships. Often, feelings of anxiety, sadness, or hopelessness can either result from or lead to difficulties in the quality of our interpersonal relationships. My therapeutic approach is a strength-based and solution-focused model of support that is geared toward identifying strategies to help people better manage their own personal emotions, while simultaneously strengthening their bonds with partners and other loved ones.
I work closely with individuals, couples, and families who are looking to improve the quality of their personal lives and relationships. Often, feelings of anxiety, sadness, or hopelessness can either result from or lead to difficulties in the quality of our interpersonal relationships. My therapeutic approach is a strength-based and solution-focused model of support that is geared toward identifying strategies to help people better manage their own personal emotions, while simultaneously strengthening their bonds with partners and other loved ones.
(631) 459-4529 View (631) 459-4529
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Jamie Silverman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Melville, NY 11747
Welcome! I am a licensed clinical social worker who has worked in a variety of settings with children, adolescents and adults with an array of needs. This has provided me the opportunity to hone my craft gaining experience with individuals from all walks of life. Regardless of setting, each individual is unique. I strive to create a safe space for my clients to feel free to be themselves. Asking for help can sometimes feel overwhelming. My approach is warm and non-judgmental. My down-to-earth nature is often what clients are drawn to. I would love the opportunity to assist you on your journey of growth and healing.
Welcome! I am a licensed clinical social worker who has worked in a variety of settings with children, adolescents and adults with an array of needs. This has provided me the opportunity to hone my craft gaining experience with individuals from all walks of life. Regardless of setting, each individual is unique. I strive to create a safe space for my clients to feel free to be themselves. Asking for help can sometimes feel overwhelming. My approach is warm and non-judgmental. My down-to-earth nature is often what clients are drawn to. I would love the opportunity to assist you on your journey of growth and healing.
(631) 791-6524 View (631) 791-6524
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Amy Houghton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Verified Verified
Melville, NY 11747
Do you ever feel weighted down by feelings of anxiety, depression, grief, or interpersonal struggles? Life can be tough at times and finding a trusted person to support you is important. I strive to build a therapeutic relationship through trust, caring and respect. I utilize a holistic approach to meet you where you are at. I am trained in various modalities including: cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused brief therapy, motivational interviewing and trauma focused approaches. I offer individual, group, couples, and family counseling in person therapy or via telehealth (HIPAA compliant video counseling).
Do you ever feel weighted down by feelings of anxiety, depression, grief, or interpersonal struggles? Life can be tough at times and finding a trusted person to support you is important. I strive to build a therapeutic relationship through trust, caring and respect. I utilize a holistic approach to meet you where you are at. I am trained in various modalities including: cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused brief therapy, motivational interviewing and trauma focused approaches. I offer individual, group, couples, and family counseling in person therapy or via telehealth (HIPAA compliant video counseling).
(607) 600-9162 View (607) 600-9162
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Liana Ross
Counselor, LMHC, CASAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Melville, NY 11747
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), my goal is to be a supportive and empathetic guide, helping you use your strengths to work through the barriers that hold you back and develop the tools you need to set healthy boundaries. With experience treating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, life transitions, body image and disordered eating, and addiction, I recognize that no two people are alike, so finding the right combination of techniques and tools for each person is essential to healing.
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), my goal is to be a supportive and empathetic guide, helping you use your strengths to work through the barriers that hold you back and develop the tools you need to set healthy boundaries. With experience treating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, life transitions, body image and disordered eating, and addiction, I recognize that no two people are alike, so finding the right combination of techniques and tools for each person is essential to healing.
(516) 619-1236 View (516) 619-1236
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Renee Siebert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Melville, NY 11775
Often wonder about your purpose? Have you experienced outcomes in life that have not aligned with who you are? Are obstacles blocking your pathway? Do you need to express your thoughts, feelings, and emotional experiences -freely without fear of judgment? My strength is viewing individuals openly, and working collaboratively towards finding joy, discovering and honoring your unique true self. New experiences can bring challenges however, with that comes the chance for open opportunities to illuminate self-empowerment and create the life you deserve.
Often wonder about your purpose? Have you experienced outcomes in life that have not aligned with who you are? Are obstacles blocking your pathway? Do you need to express your thoughts, feelings, and emotional experiences -freely without fear of judgment? My strength is viewing individuals openly, and working collaboratively towards finding joy, discovering and honoring your unique true self. New experiences can bring challenges however, with that comes the chance for open opportunities to illuminate self-empowerment and create the life you deserve.
(631) 614-5470 View (631) 614-5470
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Scott Silverman
Counselor, EdD, LMHC
Verified Verified
Melville, NY 11747
I SPECIALIZE IN TEENS&ADULTS - Is your child's behavior causing you to stress out? I have extensive experience treating teens and understand the issues that cause them to bottle up, shut down and become defiant. I WELCOME ADULT PATIENTS-Unhappy? Need to talk? Whether your having marital difficulties, issues with your job or family or issues that you can't seem to solve on your own, there is help available for you. As an experienced therapist/educator I have helped my clients develop a more focused understanding of why they are feeling their feelings and how to heal.
I SPECIALIZE IN TEENS&ADULTS - Is your child's behavior causing you to stress out? I have extensive experience treating teens and understand the issues that cause them to bottle up, shut down and become defiant. I WELCOME ADULT PATIENTS-Unhappy? Need to talk? Whether your having marital difficulties, issues with your job or family or issues that you can't seem to solve on your own, there is help available for you. As an experienced therapist/educator I have helped my clients develop a more focused understanding of why they are feeling their feelings and how to heal.
(516) 252-3355 View (516) 252-3355
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Cynthia G Pizzulli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Melville, NY 11747
As a therapist who believes there is not just "one way" to do treatment, I use an integrative approach to helping my patients. I am a practitioner with a unique perspective having a background ranging from business to mental health. Counseling and psychotherapy are 'teamwork' approaches to problem solving that should be as unique as the person seeking help.
As a therapist who believes there is not just "one way" to do treatment, I use an integrative approach to helping my patients. I am a practitioner with a unique perspective having a background ranging from business to mental health. Counseling and psychotherapy are 'teamwork' approaches to problem solving that should be as unique as the person seeking help.
(631) 392-6123 View (631) 392-6123
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Caryn Lindner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Melville, NY 11747
Are you feeling sad, anxious, lonely or stressed out? Are you having relationship problems? Do you think that your partner is not responsive to your needs? Are you tired of feeling this way? It seems that the time has come to try something new and seek professional help. You have probably tried working these problems out by yourself, hoping things will change. Maybe you have spoken with friends and family, but you still feel stuck.
Are you feeling sad, anxious, lonely or stressed out? Are you having relationship problems? Do you think that your partner is not responsive to your needs? Are you tired of feeling this way? It seems that the time has come to try something new and seek professional help. You have probably tried working these problems out by yourself, hoping things will change. Maybe you have spoken with friends and family, but you still feel stuck.
(516) 513-8170 View (516) 513-8170
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WellQor New York
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Melville, NY 11747  (Online Only)
WellQor is a new model in online therapy marrying the best of traditional and innovative approaches. We’re a full service psychology practice accessible online with a uniquely collaborative approach to care. This means your personal therapist works with a PsyD Clinical Director to review your care plan and and adjust your treatment to ensure you’re on the fastest path to living your best life. Whether it’s anxiety, depression, burnout, major life changes, or just finding a sense of purpose, our diverse multi-specialty team of therapists is here to help.
WellQor is a new model in online therapy marrying the best of traditional and innovative approaches. We’re a full service psychology practice accessible online with a uniquely collaborative approach to care. This means your personal therapist works with a PsyD Clinical Director to review your care plan and and adjust your treatment to ensure you’re on the fastest path to living your best life. Whether it’s anxiety, depression, burnout, major life changes, or just finding a sense of purpose, our diverse multi-specialty team of therapists is here to help.
(631) 364-7888 View (631) 364-7888
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Long Island Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Melville, NY 11747
Sometimes all that stands in the way of your happiness and peace of mind is the way you think about things. It's remarkable how our own thoughts can work against us creating anxiety, depression and an overall feeling of being trapped or stuck. The happiness that you truly want and deserve is actually within your control! Whether it's getting rid of your fears, understanding why you feel sad, finally having that healthy relationship you have been yearning for, reducing stress, finding balance, or finally being able to answer the question "what will make me happy?".
Sometimes all that stands in the way of your happiness and peace of mind is the way you think about things. It's remarkable how our own thoughts can work against us creating anxiety, depression and an overall feeling of being trapped or stuck. The happiness that you truly want and deserve is actually within your control! Whether it's getting rid of your fears, understanding why you feel sad, finally having that healthy relationship you have been yearning for, reducing stress, finding balance, or finally being able to answer the question "what will make me happy?".
(631) 250-2805 View (631) 250-2805
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Robin M Kremer-Malamud
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CDP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Melville, NY 11747
Sometimes life brings us challenges we aren’t always prepared for. Have you been feeling anxious, depressed, struggling with work related issues or life transitions. Are you grieving after the loss of a loved one or struggling with issues related to family discord. I provide support to motivate my clients, help them develop better coping skills and encourage them to reach their highest potential. I use a compassionate and client centered approach and treat each client and family individually. We will work collaboratively to identify your own personal goals, strengths and develop a plan to manage life's challenges.
Sometimes life brings us challenges we aren’t always prepared for. Have you been feeling anxious, depressed, struggling with work related issues or life transitions. Are you grieving after the loss of a loved one or struggling with issues related to family discord. I provide support to motivate my clients, help them develop better coping skills and encourage them to reach their highest potential. I use a compassionate and client centered approach and treat each client and family individually. We will work collaboratively to identify your own personal goals, strengths and develop a plan to manage life's challenges.
(516) 271-1691 View (516) 271-1691
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Brian Quinn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Melville, NY 11747
Are you still depressed even though you have tried several antidepressants? Are you worried about a son or daughter who is on antidepressant medication, abusing alcohol or drugs, and is not getting better? Call me. I have been helping people with depression, bipolar illness, and alcohol/drug abuse for over four decades. You might want to take a look at my books on Amazon: The Depression Sourcebook and the Wiley Concise Guides to Mental Health: Bipolar Illness.
Are you still depressed even though you have tried several antidepressants? Are you worried about a son or daughter who is on antidepressant medication, abusing alcohol or drugs, and is not getting better? Call me. I have been helping people with depression, bipolar illness, and alcohol/drug abuse for over four decades. You might want to take a look at my books on Amazon: The Depression Sourcebook and the Wiley Concise Guides to Mental Health: Bipolar Illness.
(631) 683-3167 View (631) 683-3167
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Dr. Mitch and Lisa Marriages/Couples Workshops
PsyD, MSW, Life, Coach
Verified Verified
Melville, NY 11747
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
(631) 832-4937 View (631) 832-4937
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Livia Dubinsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Melville, NY 11747
Smiling is hard when there’s only pain inside. High anxiety, racing thoughts and loneliness overshadow every hint of joy in your life. As your energy plummets, small tasks become huge. Just talking seems like a chore. Irritability and exhaustion are a constant battle. Loved ones complain that you are removed and shutdown. You want to let them in, but it’s hard to trust anyone. It’s become impossible to turn off that negative voice in your head that keeps saying you aren’t good enough. No one understands. Everything triggers you. The past is tied up with the present, your thoughts are dark, and you’re afraid of losing everything
Smiling is hard when there’s only pain inside. High anxiety, racing thoughts and loneliness overshadow every hint of joy in your life. As your energy plummets, small tasks become huge. Just talking seems like a chore. Irritability and exhaustion are a constant battle. Loved ones complain that you are removed and shutdown. You want to let them in, but it’s hard to trust anyone. It’s become impossible to turn off that negative voice in your head that keeps saying you aren’t good enough. No one understands. Everything triggers you. The past is tied up with the present, your thoughts are dark, and you’re afraid of losing everything
(516) 271-3290 View (516) 271-3290
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Samantha Jean Wedderburn
Counselor, MA, EdM, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Melville, NY 11747  (Online Only)
Samantha is a psychotherapist. Samantha integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with components of mindfulness, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy into her counseling. Samantha completed her graduate school degrees at Columbia University.
Samantha is a psychotherapist. Samantha integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with components of mindfulness, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy into her counseling. Samantha completed her graduate school degrees at Columbia University.
(631) 857-3952 View (631) 857-3952
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Stefani Joy Seiden
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Melville, NY 11747  (Online Only)
Are you seeking guidance, support, or change? I am a warm, sensitive, and knowledgable professional who is dedicated to providing the best possible treatment. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience working with teenagers, college aged students, and adults. I have helped people overcome difficulties with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, obsessions and compulsions, eating disorders, faulty coping mechanisms, parenting, infidelity, and relationship conflict.
Are you seeking guidance, support, or change? I am a warm, sensitive, and knowledgable professional who is dedicated to providing the best possible treatment. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience working with teenagers, college aged students, and adults. I have helped people overcome difficulties with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, obsessions and compulsions, eating disorders, faulty coping mechanisms, parenting, infidelity, and relationship conflict.
(516) 279-3474 View (516) 279-3474
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Gilit Stein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Melville, NY 11747  (Online Only)
I have experience helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming challenges in life. Seeking help or support when you need it takes strength. Working with a therapist is a great way to feel heard and less alone. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey. I have over 20 years experience working as a social worker and in hospitals.
I have experience helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming challenges in life. Seeking help or support when you need it takes strength. Working with a therapist is a great way to feel heard and less alone. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey. I have over 20 years experience working as a social worker and in hospitals.
(516) 774-1260 View (516) 774-1260
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.