What is the primary focus of the client in solution-focused brief therapy?

In solution-focused brief therapy, the primary focus of the client is on identifying goals and solutions. This approach emphasizes what clients want to achieve rather than delving deeply into past issues or problems. By concentrating on specific outcomes and practical steps that can lead to those outcomes, the therapy promotes a hopeful and positive view of the future.

Clients are encouraged to articulate their desired changes and explore past successes that can be leveraged to reach those goals. The therapist works collaboratively with the client to identify and amplify solutions, fostering a sense of agency and empowerment within the client. This method is effective in creating rapid movement towards goals and can lead to positive change in a relatively short amount of time.

While exploring family dynamics, discussing emotional responses, or identifying past trauma can be important in other therapeutic approaches, they do not align with the core tenets of solution-focused brief therapy, which prioritizes solution-building and goal orientation over problem analysis.