Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) Therapists in Athens, TX
Zeb Lyons
LPC Intern, MS, LPC-A
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Athens, TX 75751
Everyone has that moment where the pain is too much. I love giving people the space they need to explore what is causing the hurt, so that we can work together and find solutions. Sometimes that space or need is the schedule and the cost. I intentionally keep my office hours open for evening and occasional weekend sessions and my costs are designed to help those in East Texas that may not have insurance or high incomes.
Everyone has that moment where the pain is too much. I love giving people the space they need to explore what is causing the hurt, so that we can work together and find solutions. Sometimes that space or need is the schedule and the cost. I intentionally keep my office hours open for evening and occasional weekend sessions and my costs are designed to help those in East Texas that may not have insurance or high incomes.
Vicki R Wolfe
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Athens, TX 75751
As both a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and an elementary school counselor, I have a passion for helping others negiotiate life. Uniquely formed through personal experiences, my geniune personality allows me to empathize with others and assist them with formulating positive resolutions in both personal and professional situations. Above all, as a Christ follower, I know we are all uniquely created and divinely designed to connect to, rely on and help one another navigate life. Simply put, I have been commissioned by our Creator to help you get through whatever it is you are facing.
As both a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and an elementary school counselor, I have a passion for helping others negiotiate life. Uniquely formed through personal experiences, my geniune personality allows me to empathize with others and assist them with formulating positive resolutions in both personal and professional situations. Above all, as a Christ follower, I know we are all uniquely created and divinely designed to connect to, rely on and help one another navigate life. Simply put, I have been commissioned by our Creator to help you get through whatever it is you are facing.
Dr. Kimberly Essler
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MA, LPC, TF-CBT
Verified Verified
Athens, TX 75751
Thank you for taking time to visit my profile. Choosing a therapist can be a difficult process and you are likely already overwhelmed. Let me walk alongside you as we navigate through your struggles. Depression, anxiety, grief, behavioral concerns, parenting, ADD, trauma, or intimacy and relational problems, I want to help you achieve a happy and well-balanced life. Together we can work towards improving negative symptoms and establishing positive outcomes. I work with ages from 3 to 80+. I provide office visits and phone sessions. I am an interactive therapist who uses an array of therapeutic techniques.
Thank you for taking time to visit my profile. Choosing a therapist can be a difficult process and you are likely already overwhelmed. Let me walk alongside you as we navigate through your struggles. Depression, anxiety, grief, behavioral concerns, parenting, ADD, trauma, or intimacy and relational problems, I want to help you achieve a happy and well-balanced life. Together we can work towards improving negative symptoms and establishing positive outcomes. I work with ages from 3 to 80+. I provide office visits and phone sessions. I am an interactive therapist who uses an array of therapeutic techniques.
Summer Allan Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, C-TFCBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Athens, TX 75751
Thank you for taking time to read my profile. I know you are busy and need solutions fast. I have 31 years post graduate clinical experience in psychotherapy. My training and experience gives me an advantage when working with complex family dynamics such as divorce, custody and other traumas. I am accepting court ordered Child Custody Evaluations. I am comfortable giving expert testimony and being called as a witness when the situation presents itself. My ideal client is motivated, honest, and ready for relief. My humor- infused style of intervention tends to make the change process more bearable.
Thank you for taking time to read my profile. I know you are busy and need solutions fast. I have 31 years post graduate clinical experience in psychotherapy. My training and experience gives me an advantage when working with complex family dynamics such as divorce, custody and other traumas. I am accepting court ordered Child Custody Evaluations. I am comfortable giving expert testimony and being called as a witness when the situation presents itself. My ideal client is motivated, honest, and ready for relief. My humor- infused style of intervention tends to make the change process more bearable.
Diane M Gard
Psychologist, PhD, BFK, NFK
Verified Verified
Athens, TX 75751
Dr. Gard has a PhD in Health Psychology/Behavioral Medicine with over 30 years of clinical experience. Clients span a wide variety of diagnoses. She sees clients Age 5 to seniors. ETNH office is open Mondays through Thursdays and by appointment to serve the community. She can provide biofeedback, neurofeedback, EMDR, hypnosis, light therapy in addition to eclectic approaches (cognitive and behavioral) to address your specific needs.
Dr. Gard has a PhD in Health Psychology/Behavioral Medicine with over 30 years of clinical experience. Clients span a wide variety of diagnoses. She sees clients Age 5 to seniors. ETNH office is open Mondays through Thursdays and by appointment to serve the community. She can provide biofeedback, neurofeedback, EMDR, hypnosis, light therapy in addition to eclectic approaches (cognitive and behavioral) to address your specific needs.
Jess Bentley
LPC Associate, MEd, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Athens, TX 75751
Today, we all have times of struggle, and need a trusting helper in our lives. I believe in forming a trusting relationship where you get to become a partner in achieving total wellness. Together we will cultivate and create a plan to move forward to your best self. Every story is different, every person unique, and in my practice we honor and value you, all the pieces to your story, and can't wait to help in your journey. I utilize a variety of therapeutic interventions to meet the needs of each unique client. My years of experience and passion for helping others creates an open and inviting environment for you and your loved ones.
Today, we all have times of struggle, and need a trusting helper in our lives. I believe in forming a trusting relationship where you get to become a partner in achieving total wellness. Together we will cultivate and create a plan to move forward to your best self. Every story is different, every person unique, and in my practice we honor and value you, all the pieces to your story, and can't wait to help in your journey. I utilize a variety of therapeutic interventions to meet the needs of each unique client. My years of experience and passion for helping others creates an open and inviting environment for you and your loved ones.
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Ronda T Alaniz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Edgewood, TX 75117 (Online Only)
Greetings! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a certified school counselor with 10+ years of experience working in school and clinical settings. I utilize a cognitive-behavioral framework with solution-focused techniques to guide and empower clients. I am passionate about all aspects of counseling and believe in treating everyone with respect and compassion.
Greetings! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a certified school counselor with 10+ years of experience working in school and clinical settings. I utilize a cognitive-behavioral framework with solution-focused techniques to guide and empower clients. I am passionate about all aspects of counseling and believe in treating everyone with respect and compassion.
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Simon Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Irving, TX 75063 (Online Only)
Do you feel your vision for your life has become clouded? Our life journey consists of events that have formed our beliefs about ourselves, others, and the world. Our stories may include triumphant victories, gratifying accomplishments, and moments of love, connection, and warmth. However they may also include pain and trauma, self-destructive behavioral patterns, and other narratives that do not serve us well. I believe the safety and comfort of a collaborative, validating, nonjudgmental relationship can lead to significant insight, healing, and growth.
Do you feel your vision for your life has become clouded? Our life journey consists of events that have formed our beliefs about ourselves, others, and the world. Our stories may include triumphant victories, gratifying accomplishments, and moments of love, connection, and warmth. However they may also include pain and trauma, self-destructive behavioral patterns, and other narratives that do not serve us well. I believe the safety and comfort of a collaborative, validating, nonjudgmental relationship can lead to significant insight, healing, and growth.
Hannah Bridges
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, NCC, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Frisco, TX 75035
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate currently under supervision by Victoria Mercado, MA, LPC-S, EMDR-Trained.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate currently under supervision by Victoria Mercado, MA, LPC-S, EMDR-Trained.
Philip David Valentinetti
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75219
You deserve to be seen and heard for who you truly are, not what others want you to be. I am passionate about helping client’s find their voice, specializing in treating anxiety, depression, grief, codependency, boundary issues, personality disorders, and addiction. Experiential and somatic techniques allow clients to move deeply rooted blocks that often reside underneath conscious thought. I use gestalt, solution-focused, and ACT approaches to aid clients in gaining awareness of stuck patterns, feelings, and thoughts which hold them back from healthfully and intentionally meeting the challenges they face.
You deserve to be seen and heard for who you truly are, not what others want you to be. I am passionate about helping client’s find their voice, specializing in treating anxiety, depression, grief, codependency, boundary issues, personality disorders, and addiction. Experiential and somatic techniques allow clients to move deeply rooted blocks that often reside underneath conscious thought. I use gestalt, solution-focused, and ACT approaches to aid clients in gaining awareness of stuck patterns, feelings, and thoughts which hold them back from healthfully and intentionally meeting the challenges they face.
Amy Donahue
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Mansfield, TX 76063
I utilize CBT, DBT, ACT, Psychodynamic therapy, Supportive therapy, solution focused therapy and EMDR therapy.
I am a Therapist and have been providing mental health services for over 19 years in outpatient and in home settings. I see individuals, couples, groups, families and address ADHD, Anger management, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Depression, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Opioid Use Disorder, Post-traumatic stress, Relationship challenges. I strive to be a compassionate and human therapist.
I utilize CBT, DBT, ACT, Psychodynamic therapy, Supportive therapy, solution focused therapy and EMDR therapy.
I am a Therapist and have been providing mental health services for over 19 years in outpatient and in home settings. I see individuals, couples, groups, families and address ADHD, Anger management, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Depression, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Opioid Use Disorder, Post-traumatic stress, Relationship challenges. I strive to be a compassionate and human therapist.
Yu-Fen Lin
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75208
My counseling approach is integrated from several counseling approaches such as Gender Sensitive Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Adlerian Therapy, REBT, CBT, and Solution Focused Therapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (TX# 62590), Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor, counseling educator, and a pastor. I specialize in individual counseling, couple counseling, group counseling, and supervision in counseling. I work well with clients who are challenged by low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, bipolar, trauma, and relationship problems. I also provide bilingual counseling services to Asians, Asian Americans, and international students who speak Mandarin and Taiwanese. For LPC-Interns who are seeking for supervision under a LPC-Supervisior, I am the one.
My counseling approach is integrated from several counseling approaches such as Gender Sensitive Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Adlerian Therapy, REBT, CBT, and Solution Focused Therapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (TX# 62590), Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor, counseling educator, and a pastor. I specialize in individual counseling, couple counseling, group counseling, and supervision in counseling. I work well with clients who are challenged by low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, bipolar, trauma, and relationship problems. I also provide bilingual counseling services to Asians, Asian Americans, and international students who speak Mandarin and Taiwanese. For LPC-Interns who are seeking for supervision under a LPC-Supervisior, I am the one.
LaQuetta Dawson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fort Worth, TX 76134 (Online Only)
I like to use an eclectic approach that involves systemic therapy techniques, like, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Experiential Therapy, EMDR, Solution Focused Therapy, Trust Based Relational Interventions, Emotionally Focused Therapy and Gottman techniques.
As we navigate through the roller coaster of life and the complexities that relationships can bring, we will not walk away unaffected. I strongly believe that “silence kills,” and facing our issues by talking about them, is the only way to resolve them. As a licensed marriage and family therapist, my goal is to encourage and support individuals, couples, adolescents and families to increase personal awareness, strengths, and connection with others. Together, we will unravel the knots in your soul and the splinters in your mind.
I like to use an eclectic approach that involves systemic therapy techniques, like, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Experiential Therapy, EMDR, Solution Focused Therapy, Trust Based Relational Interventions, Emotionally Focused Therapy and Gottman techniques.
As we navigate through the roller coaster of life and the complexities that relationships can bring, we will not walk away unaffected. I strongly believe that “silence kills,” and facing our issues by talking about them, is the only way to resolve them. As a licensed marriage and family therapist, my goal is to encourage and support individuals, couples, adolescents and families to increase personal awareness, strengths, and connection with others. Together, we will unravel the knots in your soul and the splinters in your mind.
Tim Harris
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Fort Worth, TX 76107
Life can be so hard to maneuver sometimes. No one is immuned from difficulty, setbacks and hard times. Sometimes it's good to talk to someone that will listen and sit with you during such difficulties. I'd like to be that person. I've been married for 33 years. I have a 26 year old son and a 22 year old daughter. I'm a Desert Storm Vet. I also spent many years in the software sales industry before becoming a therapist. I feel this gives me some credibility in many situations so I'm not coming to the table with a lack of experience. In my spare time, I like to hunt, fish, golf, hike and most anything outdoors.
Life can be so hard to maneuver sometimes. No one is immuned from difficulty, setbacks and hard times. Sometimes it's good to talk to someone that will listen and sit with you during such difficulties. I'd like to be that person. I've been married for 33 years. I have a 26 year old son and a 22 year old daughter. I'm a Desert Storm Vet. I also spent many years in the software sales industry before becoming a therapist. I feel this gives me some credibility in many situations so I'm not coming to the table with a lack of experience. In my spare time, I like to hunt, fish, golf, hike and most anything outdoors.
Trinity M Ward
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC-S, NCC, NCSC
Verified Verified
Cedar Hill, TX 75104
I am available to encourage and motivate you, while helping you to navigate through the current issues in your life. I provide a therapeutic, relaxed, and confidential atmosphere in which to explore your feelings, beliefs, & behaviors. Collaboratively, we will work together to help you become your "best self". My counseling approach is person centered with a mixture of solution focused. I specialize in working with children and adolescents, co occurring disorders, and addiction issues. I believe my experience in varied sectors of mental health service delivery makes me an ideal therapist to guide you through life's difficulties.
I am available to encourage and motivate you, while helping you to navigate through the current issues in your life. I provide a therapeutic, relaxed, and confidential atmosphere in which to explore your feelings, beliefs, & behaviors. Collaboratively, we will work together to help you become your "best self". My counseling approach is person centered with a mixture of solution focused. I specialize in working with children and adolescents, co occurring disorders, and addiction issues. I believe my experience in varied sectors of mental health service delivery makes me an ideal therapist to guide you through life's difficulties.
Denise Santos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75024 (Online Only)
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Hector Ventura
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Keller, TX 76248 (Online Only)
Hi! I specialize in working with men. Specifically Hispanic males who struggle with depression, grief, trauma & imposter syndrome. I’m physically based in the Tampa Bay Area, I'm licensed in FL, TX, VA, UT & CT. As the son of Salvadorean immigrant parents, I’ve seen how stigma keeps men from seeking counseling. It's why I’m an advocate for mens mental health. As a therapist who's been in therapy, I also know what its like to deal with stigma. Its why I strive to have a down to earth conversation, oftentimes while drinking some "cafecito" (In English that means coffee, preferably cafe bustelo).
Hi! I specialize in working with men. Specifically Hispanic males who struggle with depression, grief, trauma & imposter syndrome. I’m physically based in the Tampa Bay Area, I'm licensed in FL, TX, VA, UT & CT. As the son of Salvadorean immigrant parents, I’ve seen how stigma keeps men from seeking counseling. It's why I’m an advocate for mens mental health. As a therapist who's been in therapy, I also know what its like to deal with stigma. Its why I strive to have a down to earth conversation, oftentimes while drinking some "cafecito" (In English that means coffee, preferably cafe bustelo).
Jennifer Millimet
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, NCC, LCDC, JD
Verified Verified
Southlake, TX 76092
Jennifer offers a warm, relaxed, and comfortable approach to counseling that is genuine, compassionate and solution focused. She has experience treating a variety of concerns, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, trauma and addictions. She can also help with relationship issues, life transitions, perfectionism, self-esteem, separation/divorce, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, grief, ADHD, autism, parenting, behavioral concerns, childhood disorders, goal attainment, college and career exploration, and more. She is flexible, person-centered and strengths based, allowing her to address your unique needs.
Jennifer offers a warm, relaxed, and comfortable approach to counseling that is genuine, compassionate and solution focused. She has experience treating a variety of concerns, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, trauma and addictions. She can also help with relationship issues, life transitions, perfectionism, self-esteem, separation/divorce, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, grief, ADHD, autism, parenting, behavioral concerns, childhood disorders, goal attainment, college and career exploration, and more. She is flexible, person-centered and strengths based, allowing her to address your unique needs.
Kaliah Sami
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
North Richland Hills, TX 76180
Kaliah uses CBT, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Solution Focused Therapy and Crisis Intervention.
Hello! I am Kaliah and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been practicing since 2003. I obtained my Bachelors in Social Work from Texas Christian University and Masters of Social Work from University of Texas at Arlington. I am currently working on my Doctorate of Clinical Social Work at Walden University.
Kaliah uses CBT, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Solution Focused Therapy and Crisis Intervention.
Hello! I am Kaliah and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been practicing since 2003. I obtained my Bachelors in Social Work from Texas Christian University and Masters of Social Work from University of Texas at Arlington. I am currently working on my Doctorate of Clinical Social Work at Walden University.
Kim Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Wylie, TX 75098
Hi, I'm Kim! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 14 years of clinical experience providing psychotherapy & counseling for highly-motivated adults and clients experiencing stress, life transitions, relationship difficulties, depression, anxiety, and grief & loss. I often use CBT, Mindfulness-Based CBT, Solution-Focused therapy, and Humanistic therapy in my work. I believe that it is my pleasure to support clients in overcoming obstacles to living happier and more satisfying lives.
Hi, I'm Kim! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 14 years of clinical experience providing psychotherapy & counseling for highly-motivated adults and clients experiencing stress, life transitions, relationship difficulties, depression, anxiety, and grief & loss. I often use CBT, Mindfulness-Based CBT, Solution-Focused therapy, and Humanistic therapy in my work. I believe that it is my pleasure to support clients in overcoming obstacles to living happier and more satisfying lives.
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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.