Pioneering Solution-Focused Approaches
Founded by internationally recognized SFBT expert Teri Pichot, the Denver Center for Solution-Focused Brief Therapy has been transforming therapy practices and organizations for over two decades.
We specialize in what others find most challenging: working effectively with mandated clients, domestic violence offenders, substance abuse populations, and other high-risk groups. If our techniques work with the "impossible" cases, they work with anyone.
Teri Pichot, LCSW
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Expertise & Recognition
International authority on Solution-Focused Brief Therapy and mandated client treatment.
Published Author
Multiple books and research articles on SFBT, including groundbreaking work on mandated clients and substance abuse treatment.
International Recognition
Sought-after speaker and trainer at conferences worldwide. Recognized authority in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy.
Thousands Trained
Trained thousands of clinicians and transformed agencies across North America and internationally.
Pioneer in SFBT
One of the first to apply SFBT to criminal justice, domestic violence, and other mandated populations.
Our Core Values
The principles that guide everything we do—from training to therapy to organizational consulting.
Solutions, Not Problems
We believe in focusing on what people want to build, not what is broken. Every client has strengths and resources—our job is to help them access these.
Brief Really Means Brief
Therapy should not take years. Most clients achieve meaningful change in 3-5 sessions. We respect your time and resources.
Proven with Difficult Populations
If it works with mandated clients, court-ordered offenders, and substance abusers, it works with anyone. Our techniques are battle-tested.
Practical and Evidence-Based
Every technique we teach is backed by research and immediately applicable. No theory without practice.
Empowerment Over Pathology
You are the expert on your life. We do not diagnose, label, or pathologize. We help you discover your own path forward.
Sustainable Change
We do not just want individual success—we want organizational transformation that lasts. Reducing burnout and improving retention is part of our mission.
Our Journey
Decades of innovation in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy.
Early Innovation
Teri Pichot begins pioneering work applying SFBT to criminal justice and mandated populations, challenging conventional approaches.
Published Research
Groundbreaking books published including "Solution-Focused Brief Therapy with Mandated Clients" and "Co-Creating Solutions for Substance Abuse."
Denver Center Founded
Denver Center for Solution-Focused Brief Therapy established to provide comprehensive training and organizational consulting.
International Impact
Training agencies and clinicians worldwide. Recognized as a leader in brief therapy training and mandated client treatment.
Published Works
Teri Pichot has authored multiple influential books and articles on Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, with particular focus on challenging populations and organizational applications.
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Whether you are seeking training, therapy, or organizational consulting, we are here to help.