Introduction to Solution-Focused Brief Therapy

Workshop Description

This workshop is for those who are curious about Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, want to know more,  but are not ready to complete a full training.  After taking this introductory workshop, those who are interested are welcome to register for a 2 and ½ day Level 1 training.  NYS NASW also provides a Level 1 training.  The model has been accepted as an evidenced based practice and there has been much research demonstrating the effectiveness of solution focus with varied populations and in varied contexts. The following topics will be covered: The distinction between short-term and brief therapies;  Assumptions; Solution-building versus problem-solving; and the seven intervention tools. The workshop is structured to encourage and allow discussion and sharing of ideas. Solution-focus follows many of the social work precepts, such as: “staying where the client is,” viewing clients as an integral part of their social environments, creating a collaborative relationship, and developing a client-centered approach.


Learning Objectives

After completing this webinar, participants will be able to:

  • Name the 7 tools of solution-building
  • Distinguish between the terms ‘short-term’ and ‘brief”.
  • Describe the basic concepts of SFBT.
  • Name the solution-focused assumptions

Continuing Education Credits: 3.0

This workshop is approved for licensed social workers, licensed mental health counselors, licensed marriage and family therapists, and licensed psychologists.


Presenter: Joel Simon

Joel Simon, LCSW, BCD, ACSW. Joel has been in clinical social work practice for over 40 years in a variety of both inpatient and outpatient settings.  He has been a solution-focused practitioner, trainer, presenter, and consultant since 1992.  Joel attended 3 advanced solution-focused trainings at the Brief Family Therapy Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the home of solution-focused brief therapy.  He is a founding member of the Solution Focused Brief Therapy Association and the recipient of the Steve de Shazer Memorial Award for “significant contributions to the field of solution-focused brief therapy over many years.”   Currently, Joel is in private practice, provides solution-focused training, supervision, and consultation.  Joel co-authored several articles on solution focus including two with Insoo Kim Berg, a co-developer of the model. Joel has authored and co-authored 4 books on solution-focused topics.  Please visit www.0to10.net for further information.

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  • CE Hours: 3.0
  • NASW-NYS or NASW-NYC Members: $30
  • Other Chapter Members (e.g., NASW-NJ, etc.): $50
  • Non-Members: $75
  • NASW-NYS Student and Transitional Member (Non-CE Eligible): $0
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Date

Jun 27 2025

Time

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

CE Event Category

CE Program

Location

Online Live Webinar
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  • CE Hours: 3.0
  • NASW-NYS or NASW-NYC Members: $30
  • Other Chapter Members (e.g., NASW-NJ, etc.): $50
  • Non-Members: $75
  • NASW-NYS Student and Transitional Member (Non-CE Eligible): $0

Continuing Education Provider Information

NASW-NYC/NYS is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for:

Licensed Social Workers
Provider ID #0014
Licensed Mental Health Counselors
Provider ID #MHC-0053
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists
Provider ID #MFT-0037
Licensed Psychologists
Provider ID #PSY-0088