I've practiced for close to 49 years. Each client is unique and requires a tailored-approach to reaching their treatment goals. Cultivating a strong interpersonal connection is critical. My website offers a complete summary of my extensive professional, administrative, and clinical background: roderickhaferphd.com
Solution focused therapy allows the client to quickly determine primary goals for treatment, and creates a roadmap to accomplish these goals. Well-versed in all therapeutic philosophies, finding the "best fit" of approaches is critical for a positive therapy experience.
After a brief review of the client's history, the primary focus in the first visit is to ask the client to visualize what life looks like without needing any mental health treatment. This is an excellent approach to understanding goals and how to accomplish feeling better.
