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A Scoping Review of Solution-Focused Measures.
Jeeyeon Hong1, Zach Cooper2, Cynthia Franklin1
1School of Social Work, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas, USA.
Journal of Marital and Family Therapy
|April 7, 2026
Summary
This review of solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT) found 11 measurement tools, highlighting the Solution-Building Inventory. However, core SFBT concepts like goal setting require better assessment in current tools.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Therapeutic Interventions
- Mental Health Research
Background:
- Solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT) is a strengths-based approach focusing on solutions rather than problems.
- A comprehensive understanding of SFBT's effectiveness relies on robust measurement tools.
- Existing literature lacks a systematic review of available SFBT measurement instruments and their psychometric properties.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct a scoping review to identify and evaluate measurement tools for solution-focused (SF) approaches.
- To examine the psychometric properties of identified SF measurement tools.
- To explore the conceptualization and measurement of the core SFBT construct of solution-building.
Main Methods:
- Adherence to PRISMA guidelines for systematic searching across eight databases and citation searching.
- Inclusion criteria focused on studies involving the development or validation of SF measures.
- Systematic screening and data extraction from eligible studies.
Main Results:
- Eleven SF measurement instruments were identified from 24 studies, including seven client-focused and four provider-focused tools.
- The Solution-Building Inventory and Solution-Focused Inventory demonstrated the strongest psychometric evidence.
- Key SFBT constructs like "strengths and resources" and "hope and positive emotions" were frequently assessed, while "goal setting" and "using the client's language" were underrepresented.
Conclusions:
- While several SFBT measurement tools exist, gaps remain in assessing core therapeutic constructs, particularly goal setting.
- The Solution-Building Inventory and Solution-Focused Inventory are recommended due to their psychometric support.
- Future research should focus on developing and validating measures that capture a broader range of SFBT principles and demonstrate sensitivity to client change.
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