What is Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)?
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) is a short-term, goal-directed approach to individual therapy that helps you identify and build on your strengths. Instead of focusing on past problems, SFBT emphasizes solutions and what’s already working in your life. This form of emotionally focused individual therapy is beneficial when you’re feeling stuck or overwhelmed and want to move forward with clarity. In each session, you’ll work with a trained therapist to discover practical steps you can take toward meaningful change—often in just a few sessions.
SFBT centers around the idea that you already have the resources within you to make progress. In individual therapy sessions, your therapist will guide you in identifying your goals, recognizing past successes (even small ones), and developing simple steps to move toward what you want. Instead of analyzing problems in depth, the focus is on building solutions.
Some of the practical benefits you may experience include:
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy is helpful for individuals navigating a variety of emotional or situational challenges, including:
It’s ideal for anyone looking for a practical, hopeful, and empowering approach to individual therapy.
Here’s what you can expect from your SFBT journey at Transformation Health:
You’ll meet with a licensed therapist for an intake session to discuss what brought you in and what you hope to achieve. This is a time to feel heard, ask questions, and understand how SFBT may support your needs.
You and your therapist will define clear, realistic goals for your individual therapy. These might be specific outcomes (like handling work stress better) or broader shifts (like feeling more confident).
Your sessions will use evidence-based, solution-focused brief therapy techniques to highlight what’s already working in your life and how to build on those successes. You’ll work on small, achievable steps that move you toward your goals.
During sessions, your therapist will check your progress and help you adjust your goals or strategies. Many clients find that a few sessions are enough to see meaningful change.
At Transformation Health, your well-being comes first. Our therapists are experienced in brief solution-focused therapy and create a space that is safe, respectful, and centered on you. We understand that seeking therapy can feel like a big step, and we meet you with warmth, professionalism, and real-life strategies that support your growth.
Sessions are goal-oriented and tailored to your specific needs
Therapists are trained in solution-focused brief therapy techniques
The approach is compassionate, practical, and grounded in respect
We offer a calm and supportive environment for every client
Post-care guidance is also available to help you maintain progress once your sessions are complete.
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) is designed to be short-term. Many individuals see progress in 3 to 8 sessions, though some may benefit from additional sessions based on their goals.
In each Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) session, your therapist will help you explore what’s working in your life, define your goals, and create small, actionable steps toward positive change. The focus is on the future, not the past.
While many forms of individual therapy explore underlying causes or emotional history, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) focuses on present strengths and desired outcomes. It’s often shorter in duration and geared toward finding practical solutions.
If you’re ready to take a step toward positive change, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) at Transformation Health may be the supportive, focused path you’ve been looking for.
Virginia Beach Office:
508 South Independence Blvd Ste. 200 Virginia Beach, VA 23452
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