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    Solution-Focused Brief Therapy

    Step by Step Instructions

    Difficulty

    Beginner

    Duration

    45-60 min

    Avg Change

    —

    Rating

    5.0

    Solution-Focused Brief Therapy

    A future-focused therapy that emphasizes solutions rather than problems, using the client's own resources and exceptions to difficulties. Read a more in-depth explanation to understand Solution-Focused Brief Therapy here.

    Benefits

    • Builds on existing strengths
    • Creates hope and possibility
    • Brief and efficient
    • Empowers client expertise

    Why This Works

    • Focusing on solutions rather than problems shifts attention toward possibilities.
    • Exceptions prove that change is possible and reveal existing resources.
    • The miracle question helps clarify goals without getting stuck in problem analysis.
    • Small steps create momentum and confidence for larger changes.

    Important Considerations

    • May feel dismissive to clients who need to feel heard about their problems first.
    • Works best when clients have some exceptions to build on.
    • Not designed for crisis situations or severe mental illness as a standalone approach.
    • The optimistic stance requires genuine belief in client capabilities.

    Proven Practice

    Step-by-Step Instructions

    Measured Efficacy

    5.0

    2 Ratings

    Speed
    1. 1Ask the "miracle question" - if the problem was solved, what would be different?
    2. 2Explore exceptions - times when the problem is less severe.
    3. 3Use scaling questions to track progress (1-10).
    4. 4Identify small steps toward the preferred future.
    5. 5Amplify what's already working.
    6. 6Assign yourself experiments to try throughout your week.
    5.0

    2 ratings

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