Short-Term Groups for
Specific Challenges
Reinforce the work you're already doing
Affordable
Brief and
affordable
Insurance currently accepted while systems are being refined.
Small group setting
Small group
setting
Groups capped at 3 people for highly personalized support.
Evidence based
Flexible
scheduling
Rooted in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), a research-backed approach.
What are Micro Groups?
Micro Groups are short-term, high-impact therapy groups designed to reinforce the work you’re already doing with clients in just five sessions.
Each group focuses on a single, evidence-based topic — anxiety, depression, or social anxiety — and is limited to three participants. This boutique format ensures personal attention, a structured experience, and clear, measurable progress.
Built on Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) principles, these groups help clients leverage what’s already working, notice change quickly, and practice strategies in a supportive, goal-oriented environment. They’re not about exploring the entire history or committing to long-term therapy — just targeted, practical growth.
Groups run once a week for five weeks, and start as soon as three participants on the waitlist choose the same time. Clients participate in only one group at a time, making it easy to complement ongoing therapy, reinforce progress, and provide focused support — all in a brief, affordable, structured format.
What are
Micro Groups?
Micro Groups are short-term, high-impact therapy groups designed to reinforce the work you’re already doing with clients in just five sessions.
Each group focuses on a single, evidence-based topic — anxiety, depression, or social anxiety — and is limited to three participants. This boutique format ensures personal attention, a structured experience, and clear, measurable progress.
Built on Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) principles, these groups help clients leverage what’s already working, notice change quickly, and practice strategies in a supportive, goal-oriented environment. They’re not about exploring the entire history or committing to long-term therapy — just targeted, practical growth.
Groups run once a week for five weeks, and start as soon as three participants on the waitlist choose the same time. Clients participate in only one group at a time, making it easy to complement ongoing therapy, reinforce progress, and provide focused support — all in a brief, affordable, structured format.
What are Micro Groups?
Micro Groups are short-term, high-impact therapy groups designed to reinforce the work you’re already doing with clients in just five sessions.
Each group focuses on a single, evidence-based topic — anxiety, depression, or social anxiety — and is limited to three participants. This boutique format ensures personal attention, a structured experience, and clear, measurable progress.
Built on Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) principles, these groups help clients leverage what’s already working, notice change quickly, and practice strategies in a supportive, goal-oriented environment. They’re not about exploring the entire history or committing to long-term therapy — just targeted, practical growth.
Groups run once a week for five weeks, and start as soon as three participants on the waitlist choose the same time. Clients participate in only one group at a time, making it easy to complement ongoing therapy, reinforce progress, and provide focused support — all in a brief, affordable, structured format.
The Micro Groups
Anxiety
A focused, 5-session Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) group for people experiencing anxiety, designed to reinforce what’s already working and build practical strategies for calm and balance. Evidence-based research shows SFBT is effective for Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). The group centers on identifying moments of progress, existing coping strengths, and best hopes for daily life, all in a supportive, structured setting.
Social Anxiety
A focused, 5-session Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) group for people experiencing social anxiety, designed to reinforce what’s already working and develop confidence in social situations. Evidence-based research shows SFBT is effective for Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD). The group centers on identifying moments of ease, practicing strategies that work, and imagining best hopes for comfortable social engagement.
Depression
A focused, 5-session Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) group for people experiencing depression, designed to reinforce what’s already working and strengthen motivation, energy, and hope. Evidence-based research shows SFBT is effective for Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). The group centers on noticing small successes, building on strengths, and clarifying best hopes for a brighter, more engaged life.
Anxiety
A focused, 5-session Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) group for people experiencing anxiety, designed to reinforce what’s already working and build practical strategies for calm and balance. Evidence-based research shows SFBT is effective for Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). The group centers on identifying moments of progress, existing coping strengths, and best hopes for daily life, all in a supportive, structured setting.
Social Anxiety
A focused, 5-session Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) group for people experiencing social anxiety, designed to reinforce what’s already working and develop confidence in social situations. Evidence-based research shows SFBT is effective for Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD). The group centers on identifying moments of ease, practicing strategies that work, and imagining best hopes for comfortable social engagement.
Depression
A focused, 5-session Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) group for people experiencing depression, designed to reinforce what’s already working and strengthen motivation, energy, and hope. Evidence-based research shows SFBT is effective for Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). The group centers on noticing small successes, building on strengths, and clarifying best hopes for a brighter, more engaged life.
Anxiety
A focused, 5-session Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) group for people experiencing anxiety, designed to reinforce what’s already working and build practical strategies for calm and balance. Evidence-based research shows SFBT is effective for Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). The group centers on identifying moments of progress, existing coping strengths, and best hopes for daily life, all in a supportive, structured setting.
Social Anxiety
A focused, 5-session Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) group for people experiencing social anxiety, designed to reinforce what’s already working and develop confidence in social situations. Evidence-based research shows SFBT is effective for Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD). The group centers on identifying moments of ease, practicing strategies that work, and imagining best hopes for comfortable social engagement.
Depression
A focused, 5-session Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) group for people experiencing depression, designed to reinforce what’s already working and strengthen motivation, energy, and hope. Evidence-based research shows SFBT is effective for Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). The group centers on noticing small successes, building on strengths, and clarifying best hopes for a brighter, more engaged life.
Frequently asked questions about our services
What are Topher Welsch’s qualifications and training?
Topher Welsch holds an MSW from Portland State University (2020) and is currently a CSWA working toward full licensure. He is pursuing advanced training with BRIEF, the world-renowned institute for Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT).
What are Topher Welsch’s qualifications and training?
Topher Welsch holds an MSW from Portland State University (2020) and is currently a CSWA working toward full licensure. He is pursuing advanced training with BRIEF, the world-renowned institute for Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT).
What are Topher Welsch’s qualifications and training?
Topher Welsch holds an MSW from Portland State University (2020) and is currently a CSWA working toward full licensure. He is pursuing advanced training with BRIEF, the world-renowned institute for Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT).
How can I refer a client to a Micro Group?
Referrals are simple: have your client schedule a 15-minute consultation directly via Topher’s website. This consult helps determine the best fit and group timing.
How can I refer a client to a Micro Group?
Referrals are simple: have your client schedule a 15-minute consultation directly via Topher’s website. This consult helps determine the best fit and group timing.
How can I refer a client to a Micro Group?
Referrals are simple: have your client schedule a 15-minute consultation directly via Topher’s website. This consult helps determine the best fit and group timing.
What is the structure of the Micro Groups?
Each group runs for five weekly sessions and is capped at three participants, ensuring a boutique, focused experience. Sessions are practical, goal-oriented, and designed to build on what’s already working for each client.
What is the structure of the Micro Groups?
Each group runs for five weekly sessions and is capped at three participants, ensuring a boutique, focused experience. Sessions are practical, goal-oriented, and designed to build on what’s already working for each client.
What is the structure of the Micro Groups?
Each group runs for five weekly sessions and is capped at three participants, ensuring a boutique, focused experience. Sessions are practical, goal-oriented, and designed to build on what’s already working for each client.
How does the waitlist and scheduling work?
Groups start once three clients on the waitlist select the same time. This model allows groups to form around client availability, making it flexible while maintaining a small, high-impact format.
How does the waitlist and scheduling work?
Groups start once three clients on the waitlist select the same time. This model allows groups to form around client availability, making it flexible while maintaining a small, high-impact format.
How does the waitlist and scheduling work?
Groups start once three clients on the waitlist select the same time. This model allows groups to form around client availability, making it flexible while maintaining a small, high-impact format.
What therapeutic approach is used in the groups?
Groups are grounded in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). Sessions reinforce progress clients are already making in therapy, focusing on strengths, small successes, and best hopes for change.
What therapeutic approach is used in the groups?
Groups are grounded in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). Sessions reinforce progress clients are already making in therapy, focusing on strengths, small successes, and best hopes for change.
What therapeutic approach is used in the groups?
Groups are grounded in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). Sessions reinforce progress clients are already making in therapy, focusing on strengths, small successes, and best hopes for change.
Which diagnoses do the groups address, and what evidence supports them?
The groups target Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), and Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD). Evidence-based research supports SFBT as effective for these conditions, promoting meaningful progress in a brief, structured format.
Which diagnoses do the groups address, and what evidence supports them?
The groups target Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), and Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD). Evidence-based research supports SFBT as effective for these conditions, promoting meaningful progress in a brief, structured format.
Which diagnoses do the groups address, and what evidence supports them?
The groups target Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), and Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD). Evidence-based research supports SFBT as effective for these conditions, promoting meaningful progress in a brief, structured format.
Are the groups covered by insurance, and what are the costs?
Groups are currently accepting insurance while systems are refined. Starting January 1st, the private-pay rate will be $75 per session. With only three participants per group, this is a premium, high-touch experience.
Are the groups covered by insurance, and what are the costs?
Groups are currently accepting insurance while systems are refined. Starting January 1st, the private-pay rate will be $75 per session. With only three participants per group, this is a premium, high-touch experience.
Are the groups covered by insurance, and what are the costs?
Groups are currently accepting insurance while systems are refined. Starting January 1st, the private-pay rate will be $75 per session. With only three participants per group, this is a premium, high-touch experience.
Can I meet with you to learn more about you?
Yes! You can schedule a quick 15-minute referral consultation via my website. This is a brief, focused conversation to determine whether the Micro Group is a good fit for your clients and answer any questions about structure, SFBT approach, and outcomes.
Can I meet with you to learn more about you?
Yes! You can schedule a quick 15-minute referral consultation via my website. This is a brief, focused conversation to determine whether the Micro Group is a good fit for your clients and answer any questions about structure, SFBT approach, and outcomes.
Can I meet with you to learn more about you?
Yes! You can schedule a quick 15-minute referral consultation via my website. This is a brief, focused conversation to determine whether the Micro Group is a good fit for your clients and answer any questions about structure, SFBT approach, and outcomes.
Topher Welsch, CSWA
Solution Focused Brief Therapist
I’m Topher Welsch, a Portland-based therapist specializing in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) — a practical, forward-focused approach that emphasizes clients’ existing strengths and next steps toward meaningful change.
Each Micro Group is designed with precision: to help participants notice progress, build on it, and move forward with clarity and confidence.
I am currently completing advanced training with BRIEF, the world’s leading institute for SFBT.