John Gottman and Julie Schwartz Gottman founded the Gottman Method of Couples Therapy. The method uses assessments, communication skills, and real-life practices and skills to assist partners in becoming closer to one another.
One of the main theories behind the Gottman Method of Couples Therapy is the Sound Relationship House theory. The Gottmans assume that partners can grow closer in a relationship by having a solid foundation of understanding. This foundation begins with safety and builds upon itself to include the goal of creating shared meaning.
Anyone who wants to improve their relationship can benefit from the Gottman Method, including married couples or those in a committed relationship.
The Sound Relationship House theory includes tactics such as knowing one another deeply and creating love maps (details regarding partners personalities, likes, dislikes, etc.), sharing fondness of one another, turning to each other for needs, managing a positive perspective, managing conflict, achieving goals and dreams, and creating shared meaning.
Your counselor will work with you and your partner to develop the necessary skills for relating to each other in a more positive, loving way.
The Gottman Method effectively assists couples in resolving conflict and growing closer together.
Therapists Who Specialize in Using the Gottman Method
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master's Degree in Social Work from the Graduate College of Social Work at the University of Houston. I have a Sexual Health Certificate from the University of Michigan with a specialization in sex therapy. I work mainly with adults, although I have experience working with adolescents, couples, and families. I want obtain as much knowledge as possib...
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As a therapist I see my role as an objective listener, teacher and companion on your journey to growth, healing, insight and self-discovery. Building a safe, respectful and trusting relationship is essential for success in therapy. I strive to be a gentle guide in helping you discover your answers and reach your unique potential. In doing this you will gain the opportunity to rediscover your in...
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At Kerith Brook - Christian Family Counseling, our goal is to help you safely navigate the hardships of human life and teach you how to "embrace and endure" your season of pain to a place of transformation. The place where God provides all that is necessary to restore your faith, hope, and strength to move forward. Kerith Brook Christian Family Counseling is a group of clinicians committed to...
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I AM CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. PLEASE CHECK IN WITH ME LATER IN THE FALL. THANK YOU! Over the past two decades as a therapist, I have witnessed the transformative power of therapy. The key ingredients are often the collaboration and connection in the therapeutic relationship as well as the willingness of clients to consider novel ideas and possibilities for their lives and then try o...
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