In this episode, you get to listen in on a conversation Cher Kretz had with Russ Sabella, an author, school counselor, and college professor, about the solution-focused approach. Russ shares how he got into solution-focused counseling and the impact it has had on his career. They discuss the importance of focusing on strengths, resources, and opportunities rather than solely on problems. They also highlight the power of gratitude and giving credit to others. Russ emphasizes the need for practice and repetition in adopting a solution-focused mindset and the importance of believing in the potential for change. They also touch on applying solution-focused principles in various contexts, such as sports and parenting. In this conversation, Russ Sabella and Cher Kretz discuss the power of solution-focused counseling in schools. They share personal stories and examples of how solution-focused approaches have transformed students' lives. They emphasize the importance of focusing on strengths and solutions rather than problems, and how this approach can lead to positive change. They also discuss the role of technology, including artificial intelligence, in the future of counseling. Overall, the conversation highlights the effectiveness of solution-focused counseling and its potential to improve outcomes for students.

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