Scaling questions can be used in solution-focused therapy to help clients assess progress. The therapist first explains a scale from 1-10 and has the client rate their current status. They then have the client describe what is better already and earlier successes to build a platform for further progress. From there, the therapist helps the client envision higher positions on the scale and identify small, achievable steps toward continued improvement. Scales can focus on success, motivation, confidence, or independence. Solution-focused scaling questions keep clients focused on change and empower them to generate their own solutions.