Solution Focused Brief Therapy

Focusing on solutions and achieving client goals, ensures that every session is productive. 

Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) is a practical, future-focused, goal-directed theoretical approach to counseling that focuses on solutions, rather than on the problems that brought clients to seek therapy. SFBT approaches can be utilized to support clients who may be experiencing a range of challenges and is most often used to address concerns for which the client already has some idea of possible solutions. In SFBT, the client is considered the “expert” on their concerns, and the therapist encourages the individual to envision their solution, or what change would look like, and then outline the steps necessary to solve problems and achieve goals. Goal-setting is at the foundation of SFBT; one of the first steps is to identify and clarify your goals. The therapist will begin by questioning what you hope to get out of working with him or her and how, specifically, your life would change when steps were taken to resolve problems. By answering these types of questions, you can begin to identify solutions and come up with a plan for change. All therapy is a form of specialized conversations. With SFBT, the conversation is directed toward developing and achieving the client’s vision of solutions. Therapist near me Therapist in New York

Techniques that are specific to SFBT utilized to clarify those solutions and the means of achieving them include:

• Exceptions
• Miracle questions
• Scaling
• Coping Questions
• Compliments
• Presupposing Change

Solution-focused therapy puts problem-solving at the forefront of the conversation and can be particularly useful for clients who need help solving a particular problem (or problems). If you or someone you know would benefit from solution-focused brief therapy, please contact us today. We would be happy to speak with you about how we may be able to help.

Clinical Evaluations and Documentation Services

All services begin with a confidential clinical evaluation to assess symptoms, level of functioning, and overall need. The purpose of this process is to determine whether documentation is clinically appropriate based on your specific circumstances.

If appropriate, documentation may include a professionally written letter or completion of required forms, aligned with the expectations of employers, schools, or other institutions. We take a thoughtful and ethical approach to this work, ensuring that all documentation reflects an accurate clinical assessment.

We do not provide on-demand or guaranteed documentation. Our focus is on maintaining the integrity of the evaluation process while supporting individuals in accessing appropriate resources. We make the process simple and supportive from the beginning.

Important Information
All services require a clinical evaluation
Documentation is not guaranteed and is based on clinical necessity
Services are private pay and separate from ongoing therapy
Documentation may not be accepted by third parties (employers, schools, courts, or housing providers)
Court-related services are non-forensic and do not include legal opinions or determinations
Who This Service Is For

This service is appropriate for individuals who:

Are experiencing mental health challenges that impact daily functioning
Need support communicating those challenges to an employer, school, or institution
Are seeking a professional, ethical, and confidential evaluation process
Understand that documentation must be clinically justified
Getting Started

The first step is to schedule a clinical evaluation. From there, we will work with you to assess your needs and determine whether documentation is appropriate for your situation. Book your evaluation.