Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) in Plantation, Florida
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, or SFBT, is a practical, goal-oriented approach that focuses on identifying what’s already working in your life and building on it, rather than spending extensive time analyzing the past.
It’s a strong fit when you want to move forward with clarity and concrete steps, especially during a period of change or when motivation and direction feel hard to find.
I offer individualized, mental health counseling for adults in Plantation and Broward County in person, and throughout Florida by telehealth.
Why Choose Us
How I Use Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 10 years of experience, and SFBT reflects the same practical, results-oriented mindset I bring to counseling generally: give someone a clear, repeatable process and concrete next steps they can actually use.
That mindset traces back to my time as a Marine Corps Military Police Officer and years spent training clinicians and corporate teams in crisis response, where clear, actionable steps mattered under real pressure. Read more about my background and why clients choose to work with me.
What SFBT Can Help With
I use SFBT with clients navigating career direction and life transitions, rebuilding motivation and structure during depression or burnout, and working through decisions where the biggest obstacle is a lack of clarity rather than a lack of insight. It’s especially useful when you already have some sense of what’s working, and need help building on it rather than starting from scratch.
What SFBT Looks Like in Session
Sessions focus on identifying specific, achievable goals and the small steps that move you toward them, often using exercises that help you picture what things look like once a problem is more manageable. Rather than spending most of the session analyzing what went wrong, we spend more time on what’s already working and how to expand it. Between sessions, I typically ask you to notice moments when things go a little better than expected, since those moments often hold the clues for what to build on next.
Benefits of SFBT
Clients I work with through SFBT often notice faster momentum than they expected, along with a clearer sense of direction and concrete next steps instead of a vague sense that something needs to change. Many describe feeling more capable and less overwhelmed, since the approach breaks a large, uncertain problem into small, achievable pieces.
Common Conditions
- Anxiety & chronic stress
- Depression
- Career & workplace burnout
- Life transitions
- Grief & loss
- Relationship and communication issues
- ADHD
- Trauma & PTSD
- OCD
- Autism
Is SFBT Right for You?
SFBT tends to be a good fit if you want a practical, forward-focused approach and are looking for concrete steps rather than extensive analysis of the past.
A free consultation is the best place to start if you’re deciding whether this approach matches what you need right now.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does SFBT ignore the past entirely?
No. Past experiences still come up when relevant, but SFBT keeps the primary focus on your goals and what’s already working, rather than extensive analysis of what went wrong.
Is SFBT really brief?
SFBT is generally considered a shorter-term approach compared to some other forms of therapy, though the exact timeline still depends on your goals, history, and what you’re working through.
Do I need a specific diagnosis to use SFBT?
No. I use SFBT for a diagnosed condition, such as depression, or simply to help someone gain clarity and direction during a difficult transition.
Is SFBT available by telehealth?
Yes. Telehealth counseling is available throughout Florida, in addition to in-person sessions in Plantation and Broward County.
Book a Free Consultation
I provide in-person counseling in Plantation, Florida, and serve adults throughout Broward County, including Fort Lauderdale, Davie, Sunrise, Coral Springs, Tamarac, and nearby South Florida communities. Telehealth counseling is available throughout Florida.