Steve de Shazer

Steve de Shazer was a therapist and researcher known for developing Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), a counseling approach that emphasizes identifying and building on a client’s strengths and solutions rather than focusing on problems. His method encourages clients to envision their desired future and recognize small, achievable steps toward that goal. De Shazer’s work shifted therapy from analyzing problems to helping clients find practical solutions quickly, making it an efficient and empowering model for personal change. His approach is widely used in therapy, coaching, and organizational settings for fostering positive change and resilience.