Solution-Focused Brief Therapy in Calgary | Strengths-Based & Practical Therapy for Adults & Teens
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) for Change
Some people don’t want to stay in the problem—they want direction, clarity, and small steps that actually move things forward.
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) helps you identify strengths, build momentum, and create practical shifts in your daily life.
At NU Psychology, you’ll work with a psychologist who specializes in solution-focused therapy in Calgary, supporting adults and teens who want a quicker, action-oriented approach.
SFBT focuses on what’s working—and how to build more of it.
What Is SFBT Therapy?
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy is a strengths-based approach that emphasizes:
What’s going well
What’s already helping
Your existing skills and resources
The small changes that create larger shifts
Instead of analyzing the entire history of a problem, SFBT explores where change already exists and how to build on it.
How SFBT Helps Teens & Adults
SFBT helps you:
Clarify goals and next steps
Notice progress that’s already happening
Reduce overwhelm by breaking things into small actions
Shift focus from obstacles to possibilities
Strengthen confidence and agency
Build motivation
Improve problem-solving
It’s practical, forward-focused, and empowering.
Issues SFBT Supports
Solution-focused therapy is helpful for:
Stress and overwhelm
Decision-making
Life transitions
Motivation challenges
Relationship concerns
Confidence building
Work or school difficulties
Burnout prevention
Problem-solving
Goal-setting
SFBT also pairs well with CBT, ACT, and Narrative Therapy when you want both insight and action.
The NU Process: SFBT Therapy
1. Identifying Your Goal
“What would be different if things improved?”
2. Scaling Questions
“How close are you to where you want to be?”
“What made you choose that number instead of something lower?”
3. Noticing Exceptions
“When was this a little bit better? What helped?”
4. Strength-Focused Exploration
“What does this say about your resilience, values, or skills?”
5. Choosing Practical Next Steps
Small, meaningful shifts you can apply immediately.
SFBT stays hopeful, respectful, and actionable.
SFBT in Everyday Life
SFBT helps you:
Identify small wins
Reconnect with your strengths
Change patterns without needing long-term therapy
Build momentum quickly
Approach challenges from a new angle
Focus on what you can influence
It’s especially helpful for clients who want straightforward, efficient progress.
Serving Calgary’s Inner Southwest & Beyond
NU Psychology is located in Killarney, Calgary, easy to reach from:
Aspen Woods · West Springs · Cougar Ridge · Discovery Ridge · Springbank · Signal Hill · Strathcona · Mount Royal · Altadore · Bankview · Glendale · Westgate · Wildwood · Hillhurst · Sunalta · Lakeview
We also offer online SFBT therapy across Alberta, making care accessible wherever you are.
Your First NU SFBT Session
Your first session focuses on:
What you want to see change
What’s already helping
Where progress has shown up
What’s getting in the way
How other approaches (CBT, ACT, Narrative) might support you
We offer in-person therapy in Calgary and online IFS therapy across Alberta.
Is SFBT the Right Fit for You?
SFBT is a strong match if you want:
A short-term, action-oriented approach
Small steps that create real progress
Clear, achievable goals
A supportive and solutions-focused process
A blend of encouragement + strategy
Why Start SFBT Therapy Now?
SFBT is ideal when you’re ready for movement—not months of digging into the past. You don’t have to wait for a crisis to get support; small shifts now can prevent bigger challenges later.
Starting SFBT now can help you:
Create progress when you feel stuck
Break overwhelming problems into manageable steps
Build confidence through quick, visible progress
Gain clarity around decisions or transitions
Reduce stress with practical, realistic strategies
Identify strengths you may have overlooked
You don’t need a long timeline to benefit. SFBT helps you build change one step at a time—starting from where you are today..
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It’s designed to be brief, but it can be combined with longer-term therapies if needed.
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No—SFBT simply focuses on solutions and strengths first. Other modalities can be added if deeper work becomes helpful.
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Not at NU. The pace is chosen with you, and each step is meaningful and manageable.
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Yes. It helps reduce overwhelm by breaking problems into small, doable pieces.
Frequently Asked Questions
Start SFBT Therapy in Calgary
If you’re ready for practical steps, clear direction, and meaningful change, SFBT can help you build momentum without feeling overwhelmed. Even small shifts can lead to big changes when you have the right support.
Book online, call, or email to get matched with a psychologist who offers Solution-Focused Therapy in Calgary..
📍 2005 – 37 St SW, Unit #4, Calgary
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