What Is Solution-Focused Brief Therapy?

SFBT is a therapeutic approach centered on finding practical, achievable solutions to life’s challenges. Instead of analyzing problems in depth, SFBT focuses on:

• What do you want to achieve
• What’s already working
• What small steps can create meaningful change

This approach is strengths-based and future-focused, making it ideal for individuals seeking clarity, momentum, and confidence.

“Small steps lead to big change—SFBT helps you identify those steps.”

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How SFBT Works

SFBT sessions are structured, collaborative, and highly focused on helping you move forward. Your therapist will:

• Ask powerful, future-oriented questions
• Help you identify exceptions—times when the problem is less intense
• Explore your strengths and resources
• Collaborate with you to set clear, achievable goals
• Guide you in building small, meaningful actions that create momentum

The emphasis is on finding solutions that align with your values and strengths—not diagnosing or dwelling on problems.

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Goals of SFBT

SFBT helps you:

• Clarify what you want to change
• Understand what success looks like
• Recognize moments of progress
• Build on strengths and capabilities
• Create actionable, realistic steps
• Shift from feeling “stuck” to feeling empowered

You leave each session with tools and insights you can use immediately.

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Issues SFBT Can Help With

SFBT is ideal for addressing a wide range of concerns, including:

• Stress and overwhelm
• Relationship conflict
• Work or academic challenges
• Motivation and decision-making
• Life transitions or uncertainty
• Self-confidence and self-esteem
• Problem-solving and communication issues
• Setting goals and improving accountability

Its flexible, practical nature makes it effective for both individual and short-term therapeutic needs.

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Our Approach to SFBT

At PS It’s Counseling, we combine the core principles of SFBT with compassion, curiosity, and professional expertise. Our therapists create a collaborative environment where you feel supported, respected, and empowered to take meaningful action.

We incorporate SFBT techniques such as:

• Miracle Questions: Imagining what life would look like if the problem disappeared.
• Scaling Questions: Measuring progress and emotional intensity.
• Exception Finding: Identifying times when things went better—why, and how to repeat them.
• Strength Recognition: Highlighting your existing skills, qualities, and successes.

These tools help you break problems down into manageable pieces and make progress quickly.

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What to Expect in a Session

1. Goal Exploration: You and your therapist identify clear goals for therapy.
2. Understanding What Works: Discuss times when the issue felt manageable and what contributed to that success.
3. Finding Strengths: Highlight your skills, resources, and qualities.
4. Building Steps: Create small, actionable steps that move you closer to your goals.
5. Tracking Progress: Assess growth and refine goals as needed.

Most clients notice improvements within just a few sessions—making SFBT a powerful option for short-term therapy.

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Benefits of SFBT

• Quick, practical results
• Increased confidence and motivation
• Clear direction and problem-solving skills
• Greater awareness of strengths and resilience
• Improved communication and decision-making
• Renewed sense of control and empowerment

SFBT helps you shift your mindset from “What’s wrong?” to “What’s possible?”

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Related Services and Specialties

SFBT integrates seamlessly with multiple services at PS It’s Counseling:

Together, these approaches provide a well-rounded foundation for growth and resilience.

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Our Therapists

Our therapists are trained in solution-focused techniques and use a collaborative, empathetic style to help you reach your goals. They’re here to support your strengths, celebrate your progress, and help you create the life you want—one step at a time.

Meet Our Team →