Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) is a short-term, goal-orientated approach that helps clients identify solutions in the present and create more effective pathways to resolving future challenges.

By shifting the focus away from problems, SFBT emphasises strengths, resources, and achievable steps forward—empowering individuals to make meaningful and lasting change.

This interactive two-day course provides a practical introduction to the SFBT model and the essential skills needed to apply it effectively in your work.

Designed to complement and integrate with other approaches, such as Motivational Interviewing.  SFBT is also widely recognised as a valuable tool for supporting Psychologically Informed Environments (PIE), making it especially relevant for services where relational approaches, engagement and behaviour change are key.

Delivered in a safe and supporting learning environment, the course combines group work, demonstrations, and hands-on practice, enabling participants to build confidence, practice new skills, and reflect on how to embed SFBT into their professional practice.

The course will support you to:

• Understand the core principles of the Solution Focused Brief Therapy model
• Recognise the key processes and functions of an SFBT conversation
• Develop the practical skills to facilitate SFBT interventions
• Explore the research evidence on the effectiveness and limitations of SFBT
• Understand how SFBT differentiates from other behaviour change approaches
• Identify opportunities to integrate SFBT into your professional practice
• Develop an SFBT toolkit and practise applying it both during the course and in your own work setting

Who should attend?

Suitable for anyone who works closely with adults and young people who are seeking to build on their strengths and move towards positive change.

Level:

Intermediate

Duration:

This course will be delivered over two-days at a Brighton Venue on 14 & 15 October 2026.

Attendance on both days is required.

I have become far more solution focused not only in my role, but also in my personal life.

In-house

This course is also available in-house, and prices start from £1,597 for up to 16 people. This can be a cost-effective way of training staff and can be tailored to best meet the needs of your organisation.

For more information see in-house.

Please contact the Learning & Development Team for further assistance at [email protected] or telephone 01273 645420