Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) Therapists in Ottawa, ON
Janalyn Dodds MSW, BSW, RSW
Registered Social Worker/ Psychotherapist
I am a Registered Social Worker and psychotherapist with The Support Station, a Canadian-based, woman-owned organization that believes cost shouldn't be a barrier to accessing quality mental health and wellness support. Each client's session fees are adjusted according to not only their monthly income, but also any bills and debts paid out regularly get considered as well.
Mackenzie Howard
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
I provide psychotherapy to adults across Ontario who are navigating concerns such as anxiety, stress, burnout, perfectionism, relationship concerns, self-esteem, and life transitions. My approach is collaborative and individualized, with sessions focused on understanding your experiences and working toward goals that are meaningful to you.
Caroline D Souza
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with over six years of experience supporting individuals across hospital, school, community, and outpatient mental health settings. I believe therapy should feel like a space where you can slow down, feel genuinely heard, and explore your experiences without judgment.
Chantelle Vaz
Registered Psychotherapist
I offer a warm and collaborative space where you can explore your experiences with curiosity and care. My approach is rooted in empathy and authenticity, supporting you in understanding your story, building self-compassion, and creating meaningful change. I draw from narrative, attachment, and emotion-focused therapies to meet your unique needs.
Allison Clayton
Registered Psychotherapist
Are you tired of the 'sunshine, butterflies and rainbows' idea of therapy? You aren't here for surface-level advice, trying to “just think positive,” or having to worry about judgment. I am here to provide you with tools that work individually for you and conversations that matter - on both a human level and from an evidence-based approach.
Emma Hartley
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, BA (she, her)
Are you looking for a therapist that knows what it's like to feel lost or overwhelmed and how to find your footing again? Noticing yourself feeling more anxious, "just tired", and craving a space to slow down and reconnect with a sense of meaning or purpose? Trying to make sense of shifts in mood, questioning careers, exploring relationships, parenting and identity, or a major life transition?
Cristal Hines
Clinical Social Worker & Therapist
I am a Registered Social Worker, and trauma therapist specializing in complex trauma, PTSD, family therapy, and racial trauma. I provide culturally responsive, trauma-informed care using CPT, CBT, DBT, and Narrative Therapy to help adolescents, adults, and families heal, build resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Katharine De Santos
Registered Psychotherapist
Healthy Minds Psychotherapy was founded in 2018 with the mission of providing psychotherapeutic care to individuals from diverse backgrounds, fostering resilience in each person and our community as a whole.
Michelle Keough
Master of Clinical Social Work, Registered Social Worker
Feeling disconnected from your partner has got you feeling discouraged and frustrated in your relationship. You're tired of having the same arguments continue to happen in your relationship with no understanding. Being stuck in conflict has lead to you feeling disconnected from your partner and is holding you back from creating a secure loving bond. You no longer need to feel alone in your rela...
Ashley Toogood
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA, BA (she, her)
I enjoy holding space for my clients and engaging in individual therapy sessions with people aged 14+ of all genders and sexualities. I offer a place for individuals to discuss their emotions and grow from surviving to thriving. I take pride in walking with you down whatever path you are on. I have particular experience in working with stress, anxiety, and burnout, offering a listening ear.
Joey Mercer
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
I support adults and young adults healing from addiction, social anxiety, and depression, and guide trauma recovery through an EMDR-informed lens. As a non-Indigenous person working with Indigenous clients, I strive to honour a Two-Eyed Seeing perspective and practice with cultural humility. Recovery doesn't happen to you, it happens because of you. I'll be there beside you.
Carla Barbosa
Registered Social Worker
I’m a bilingual psychotherapist (English | Portuguese) offering LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent-affirming therapy for adults navigating autism, ADHD, burnout, and identity exploration. I integrate compassion, cultural awareness, and evidence-based care to help clients feel seen and empowered across life’s transitions.
Maryfrances Garcia
Registered Social Worker & Psychotherapist
Hey, if you’re looking for therapy without the clinical vibes and you’ve been feeling stuck, emotionally exhausted & disconnected, you’re in the right place. My 15+ years in social work & lived experience with trauma have shaped how I show up & why this work matters so much to me. No fake positivity, pressure, or judgment. Just real conversations. Swearing, snacks & comfy clothes welcome.
Stephanie Campoli
MSW, RSW
Stephanie Campoli Psychotherapy is a trauma-focused practice in Oshawa, Ontario, offering in-person therapy and virtual psychotherapy across Ontario and Nova Scotia. The practice specializes in comprehensive Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), trauma therapy, and addictions treatment, with particular expertise in supporting people living with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and trauma.
Amanda Rennick-Hazen
Registered Psychotherapist
I enjoy using a variety of techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Strategies, Mindfulness Meditation, Trauma Informed, Compassion Focused, & Emotion Focused. Depression & Sadness Anxiety & Worry Work , Home, & School Stress Grief & Loss Divorce & Separation Unexpected life transitions, unexpected change, lost opportunities
Bethany Richer
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) who works with individuals navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, anger, self-esteem, ADHD, emotional regulation, school stress, sleep difficulties, relationship concerns and more. I aim to create a space where clients feel safe, respected, and understood, and where therapy moves at a pace that feels right for them.
Geneviève Fontaine
Registered Psychotherapist
Hi, I'm Geneviève! I offer individual counselling and psychotherapy for adults. My approach to therapy is guided by the belief that every individual deserves meaningful human connection: to be seen, to be heard, and to be acknowledged. As a queer therapist, my role is to provide guidance, support, and practical tools that empower individuals to make choices that enhance their well-being.
Haley Moore
Registered Social Worker (RSW)
Welcome to Therapy Uninterrupted, where your mental well-being is our top priority. We understand that life can be challenging, and sometimes we all need a little extra support. As a team of dedicated clinicians, we are here to help you navigate through your journey and find the strength within yourself to heal and grow.
Mackenzie Fournier
Registered Psychotherapist
Hi, I’m Mackenzie! I’m a Psychotherapist who loves keeping therapy real, down-to-earth, and practical. I help people untangle patterns around anxiety, food, and self-trust using tools grounded in science. In sessions, I bring my authentic self—you can expect a mix of support, guidance, and maybe a little humour when it feels right—so we can tackle challenges together without the extra pressure.
Khysandra Lee
Registered Psychotherapist
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Frequently Asked Questions About Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
What is solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT)?
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) is a goal-directed, future-focused approach that centres on what clients want to achieve — their preferred future — rather than exploring the causes or history of their problems. Developed by Steve de Shazer and Insoo Kim Berg, SFBT operates on the premise that clients already possess the strengths and resources needed for change, and that therapy's role is to help them identify and amplify those resources. It is deliberately brief and collaborative, with the client as the expert on their own life.
How is SFBT different from problem-focused therapies?
Where most therapies start by exploring the problem in detail — its history, causes, patterns, and impact — SFBT spends relatively little time on problems and much more time on exceptions (times when the problem is less present or absent), goals (what the client wants instead of the problem), and strengths (what the client is already doing that works). This shift in focus often produces movement quickly and can feel more empowering than an extended focus on what is not working.
What techniques are used in SFBT sessions?
SFBT uses a distinctive set of questions. The miracle question — "If a miracle happened tonight and your problem was solved, what would be different tomorrow?" — helps clients articulate their preferred future in concrete terms. Scaling questions ask clients to rate their current situation on a scale of 0–10 and identify what a small step forward would look like. Exception-finding questions surface times when the problem was less severe and explore what was different. Compliments and affirming clients' existing strengths are central to every session.
What is SFBT most suitable for?
SFBT is well-suited for people who have a specific, well-defined goal they want to work toward, who are motivated for change, and whose difficulties do not involve deep trauma or complex psychological conditions requiring longer-term processing. It is used effectively for depression, relationship difficulties, school and workplace challenges, parenting concerns, and general life dissatisfaction. It is less appropriate as a primary approach for trauma processing, personality disorders, or grief that requires exploration of the past.
How many sessions does SFBT typically involve?
As the name suggests, SFBT is designed to be brief — often 4–8 sessions. Research supports its effectiveness even at very short treatment durations. Many clients begin to notice meaningful change within the first two to three sessions as they start identifying exceptions and small steps forward. Some therapists use SFBT as a starting point and transition to other approaches if deeper work emerges as needed; others integrate SFBT techniques within a longer-term treatment approach.
