What is Solution-Focused Family Therapy?
Solution-focused family therapy is a short-term, goal-oriented approach that helps families improve communication, resolve conflicts, and work through life’s everyday challenges together. Rather than focusing on problems or the past, this therapy emphasizes strengths, resources, and finding practical solutions that work for everyone. Providing a safe, supportive space to create meaningful change together is beneficial for families feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected. Whether you’re navigating transitions, parenting stress, or communication struggles, this therapy can offer clarity and progress, one small step at a time.
Solution-focused family therapy is built around the belief that change is possible and that families already have strengths they can build on. The therapist works collaboratively with each family member to identify what’s working, set clear goals, and develop simple, achievable steps toward improvement. Instead of exploring past issues in depth, sessions focus on what you want your future to look like—and how to get there.
Solution-focused family therapy can be an excellent fit for:
Here’s what you can expect when beginning solution-focused family therapy at Transformation Health:
You’ll meet with a licensed therapist to discuss what brings your family in, what each person hopes for, and how therapy can support you. This session helps shape your goals and ensures everyone feels heard.
With your therapist, your family will set clear and achievable goals. These include better routines, fewer conflicts, or improved communication. The plan will be practical, realistic, and focused on what works for you.
During each session, the therapist guides the conversation around what’s working and how to build on it. You’ll explore small changes that lead to more significant progress—without dwelling on the past.
As your family begins to experience positive changes, sessions will focus on reinforcing those successes and planning for long-term stability. Therapy concludes when you feel confident handling challenges on your own.
At Transformation Health, we provide therapy that’s respectful, responsive, and grounded in your family’s unique strengths. Our experienced therapists create a supportive environment where every family member feels heard and valued. We know that seeking help can make us feel vulnerable, so we approach each session with care, clarity, and genuine compassion.
Personalized sessions tailored to each family’s goals
Therapists who prioritize collaboration and practical support
A calm, respectful space for every voice to be heard
A short-term approach that focuses on real progress
Optional aftercare support may be available for families who want to check in after completing therapy.
Solution-focused family therapy is designed to be brief. Most families attend between 6 and 12 sessions, depending on their goals and how quickly progress is made.
Each session of solution-focused family therapy focuses on building solutions, not rehashing problems. Your therapist will help guide conversations around what’s working and what small changes can help move things in the right direction.
Yes. Even if one person is experiencing specific difficulties, solution-focused family therapy can help the entire family support that individual and create healthier patterns for everyone.
If your family is ready for a fresh approach, Transformation Health’s solution-focused family therapy can help. Contact us today to schedule your first appointment and take a step toward positive change together.
Virginia Beach Office:
508 South Independence Blvd Ste. 200 Virginia Beach, VA 23452
tel: 757-490-6463