Summer Solution-Focused Brief Therapy in Kearney, NE
Big transitions don’t always require long-term therapy—but they can leave you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure what’s next.
Whether it’s starting middle or high school, leaving for college, graduating and feeling uncertain, or adjusting to a new season of life, summer is often the best time to get support before things get busy again.
Our Summer Sessions are designed to provide short-term, focused support to help you move forward with more clarity and confidence.
What is Solution Focused Brief Therapy?
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) is a goal-oriented approach that focuses on helping you move forward, rather than spending extensive time analyzing the past.
It’s designed to create meaningful progress in a shorter period of time by focusing on your strengths, goals, and practical next steps.
This is a good fit if…
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Your child is starting middle or high school
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Your teen is preparing to leave for college
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You’re graduating and unsure what’s next
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You’re adjusting to a major life change or new season
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You feel stuck or “in-between” stages of life
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You want support—but not a long-term therapy commitment
What You’ll Gain
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Clarity about what’s next
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Practical tools you can actually use
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Less stress going into the next season
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A stronger sense of direction instead of feeling stuck
What to Expect
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Short-term support (typically a handful of sessions)
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Focus on a specific transition or goal
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Practical, solution-focused conversations
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A supportive, collaborative environment
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Option to continue with another therapist if needed
Telehealth Therapy Available
Explore the convenience of flexible mental health care with Mertens' Counseling in Kearney. Our Telehealth services are just a click away wherever you are. Receive compassionate, expert care for anxiety, depression, trauma, and more—all from the comfort and privacy of your choice. Mertens' Counseling delivers the perfect blend of convenience and quality, with in-person and online sessions available. Embrace therapy that adapts to your life, offering relief and guidance exactly when and where you need it.
Summer Sessions Program Details
Our Summer Sessions are tailored to support individuals during critical periods of change. We provide a safe, collaborative environment to explore your goals and build a roadmap for success.
Youth (Ages 11 to 18)
Sessions for youth are held in-person at our Kearney office and are best suited for middle and high school students in the Kearney area and nearby communities.
This is a great opportunity for students to build confidence, process upcoming changes, and feel more prepared going into the new school year.
Adults (Ages 19+)
We offer both in-person sessions in Kearney and telehealth options across Nebraska.
This is a great fit for college students home for the summer, young adults navigating next steps, or anyone going through a life transition who doesn’t feel they need long-term therapy.
Not Sure If You Need Long-Term Therapy? That's Okay.
This program is designed to give you focused support without committing to ongoing therapy.
If it turns out you’d benefit from continued support, we also offer longer-term counseling with other therapists (currently with a short waitlist).
