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Asking Exception Questions allows us to recognise a situation or moment for the client where the problem is not present.

People can get easily caught up believing that problems are all encompassing and ever-present, but by identifying this falsehood, we can more readily move past them.

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In conjunction with Scaling Questions, and some other SFT questions, Follow-Up Scaling Questions are a key technique in this type of therapy.

These questions are used to help clients assess their progress, identify what has improved, and plan further steps.

Scaling questions help you assess where your client is currently standing, and identify steps for improvement.

Typically, they involve rating the situation or issue on a scale of 0 to 10, where 0 is the worst and 10 is the best.

This creates a good starting point for further questions. Like how they could progress, or what it would feel like to move up on the scale.

Chris Iveson's art gallery metaphor is a powerful tool in Solution Focused Brief Therapy, promoting a focus on strengths and client empowerment through curation of an imagined space.

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At the start of SF therapy, it’s important to establish the client’s concerns, and what they’d like to change. These can be about why they’re visiting the ‘art gallery’. From here we’ll figure out what the Best Hopes are.

Preferred Future Gallery:
Once we have an idea of what the client would like, we can build descriptions of the changes that will need to be made. These descriptions are considered the ‘artworks’ of the gallery, and serve to be reflected upon. The more we have, the better.

Resources Gallery:
The second gallery is a space to describe resources the client has. What can we confirm they can do, what do they have access to, what/who can help them realise the descriptions in the Preferred Future Gallery. These will also serve as ideas to be reflected upon.

We can also move between the two gallery spaces, cross-referencing each to get a better idea of what’s needed for both.

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Here is where we summarise the experience. What did they learn about themselves? Did they understand the exercise? Is there anything else to add?

They can always revisit the gallery too, with all the artwork available for viewing.

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This is a classic Solution Focused Therapy question. It forces the client to view their future in a different light, without the problem preventing progress.

It’s like a blockage in a river has been removed, allowing for thoughts and ideas to flow more freely.

After this, the client is able to offer more ideas and suggestions to make good progress, seeing this potential future ahead of them.

Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) is considered an evidence-based therapy. Numerous studies have demonstrated its effectiveness across a variety of settings and populations. SFBT is characterized by its goal-oriented approach, focusing on solutions rather than problems, and emphasizing clients' strengths and resources.

Happy Father’s Day to All the Amazing Dads!

Today, we celebrate fathers who are dedicated to fostering hope, resilience, and positive change within their families. At Change, we see the incredible difference a supportive father can make in the journey toward healing and growth.

To all the dads who show up every day with love, patience, and a solution-focused mindset, we thank you. Your ability to inspire and uplift your family is invaluable.

May your Father’s Day be filled with joy, gratitude, and the recognition you truly deserve.

By adopting SFT, we can shift our mindset from challenges to solutions, fostering resilience, positive change, and building a more fulfilling life.

Remember, seeking help and working on mental health is a sign of strength. This Men's Health Week, let's commit to making positive changes and supporting each other on this journey.

People will have uncertainties about their abilities compared to the obstacles in their path.

Positive Reinforcement Questions break down these obstacles into digestible step by step plans, using past experiences and achievements as proof of being up to for the task.

Similar to Strength Based Questions, but instead focusing on the size of the obstacle and how to overcome it, instead of personal ability.

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Just as Pride is about embracing your true self and celebrating victories, SFT helps you recognize and build on your successes to create positive change. Together, we can overcome challenges and achieve your goals.

Let’s celebrate who you are and work towards a brighter, more inclusive future!

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Anyone interested in therapy will want to know where the cracks are. What should you focus on in your Solution Focused approach, and what to pitfalls to avoid.

If a client is uncertain if they can plan a long journey on their own, a Strength Based Question would be to ask about the longest journey they’ve taken independently.

What is the difference between then and now, and what do they have access to now that would help them, and what are their options.

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What is person-centred counselling? | Types of therapy BACP's Judy Stafford, a person-centred counsellor, explains the person-centred approach and what you can expect from your therapist.

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Today is the beginning of Mental Health Awareness Week. We'd like to highlight how Solution Focused approach to betterment, with some of the techniques we use.

It is are future focused, goal driven, and client centred; where the person receiving the therapy is considered the expert of their lives, and that the therapist is merely the one helping to organise thoughts.

The ego is something that affects all of us, though it is often misidentified.

For more information about the ego and World Ego Awareness Day, you can find more here:
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Change Birmingham Brief Therapy are currently looking for a volunteer trustee treasurer to join our exciting and friendly team.

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