Solution Focused Therapy

Solution focused therapy concentrates on finding present-time solutions to problems and looking to our hopes for the future to come to a quick resolution. Solution focused therapy puts emphasis on the fact that we often already know what we need to do to improve our lives, but aims to help us realise and find the best solutions through coaching, questioning and goal setting.

What is the main concept of solution focused therapy?

This therapy is largely based around goal setting and the step-by-step process involved to reach our goals. It also aims to demonstrate to clients their resilience and the different ways they are capable of coping – many of which they are likely already using without their acknowledgement. 

What is an example of solution focused therapy?

Our therapists could use solution focused therapy in multiple ways. One example of how they can incorporate it into a session would be by asking us to describe our ideal scenario where our issues don’t exist. This can help us identify small and practical steps that we can immediately take.

Solution focused therapy is often used to address issues for individuals, family units, and couples, but can also be useful to aid problems within a school or workplace.