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
Do you feel lonely even though you are in a committed relationship? Do you and your partner find yourselves spending less and less time together or having little to no sex? Are you fighting about the same thing over and over? Have the arguments grown in intensity over time? I can help! I work with couples on issues including: Deeper Communication, Sexual Intimacy, Cheating/ Infidelity, Parentin...
I've worked in the mental health field since 2000 with various populations (individuals, couples and families), however, my specialties include men's studies, pornography/sexual addiction, relationship health for married couples & EMDR. I especially find men experience challenges in life and lack the means or opportunities to be supported, validated heard. I strive to be practical and direct, y...
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, who endeavors to come along side of you and aid in finding new perspectives, insights, and strengths in addressing life obstacles. I work with all ages, individuals, couples, and families who are experiencing crises, trauma, phase of life difficulties, and other hindrances to everyday living. I am trained in EMDR, Sand Tray Therapy, Prepare and...
I help struggling couples who are ready to confront their relationship problems learn to hear and listen to each other so they can come out of their separate corners, stop hurting one other, and live happily and passionately together again. I have a knack for working with couples. By the time you leave my office after your first session, you are likely to have a good sense of whether I understa...
I support individuals and couples who are struggling with relationship issues, eating disorders, body image concerns, anxiety, depression, and other mood disorders arrive at long-term, sustainable solutions. Years of experience and varied theoretical approaches address root-causes that drive your distress. In a safe, compassionate environment, you can explore your questions, concerns, fears, an...
We, the therapists at Compassion Counseling (CC) provide professional counseling services to those who are willing to commit themselves to addressing their mental health concerns and work towards becoming healthy individuals, couples or families. CC provides Individual, couple and family counseling, anger and stress management and co-parenting classes. If you are experiencing depression, anxiet...
Every person has value and experiences challenges as part of living. I enjoy working with individuals helping with change and growth in their lives. I am excited to work with people in understanding challenges they face, helping them to work through these challenges in a more productive manner, and using the knowledge and tools I have to benefit their needs. I enjoy using the Cognitive-Behavior...
**PLEASE NOTE, MY PRACTICE IS CURRENTLY FULL** Relationships are difficult and I am very passionate about helping people learn ways to have a deeper, more meaningful connection with themselves and others around them. I also know that my relationship with you is the most important part of the therapeutic process in order for there to be trust and lasting change. My goal is to always provide a sa...
**Now offering telehealth appointments!** My approach to therapy is strengths-based, solution-focused, and empirically supported. In other words, I will use what research has shown to be effective in eliciting change to guide the healing process. My goal is to help you achieve a fulfilling, well-balanced life by effectively handling life stressors. I serve all ages, and welcome individuals,...
My name is Michael Branchaud and I am a Masters level Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC. I have been a practicing mental health professional for the past 26 years of which the last 10 years have been as a licensed psychotherapist. My therapy model is based on the Biblical concept of guarding our minds or better said, controlling our thoughts to better regulate our emotions and...
SO MANY CHOICES LOOKING FOR A THERAPIST. IT CAN FEEL OVERWHELMING! HOW DO YOU DECIDE? First, look for a well trained therapist with a minimum of 10 years of experience. Second, find a therapist who has graduated from an advanced training institute after their graduate program. Third, find someone who has high professional and ethical standards. Fourth, find a therapist who has a warm and...
Are you experiencing increased stress or or hopelessness? Are you feeling disconnected and alone? Are you facing serious relationship issues that require help? Are the demands overwhelming? We can work together in person or on-line via video conferencing, teletherapy. Compassionately, we will develop treatment methods to fit your circumstances. We will confront destructive patterns such as:...
New Life Counseling Center is a progressive and inclusive Christian counseling center in Mission Valley offering individual, couples, family and premarital counseling. Our therapists consist of both licensed Psychologists and Marriage & Family Therapists in addition to qualified Marriage & Family Therapist interns. Some of our therapists also have degrees from seminaries and some are ordained...
I enjoy working with groups, couples, adolescents and individuals. I am committed to helping clients overcome psychological issues preventing them from thriving and maintaining healthy and meaningful relationships. I am a certified PREPARE / ENRICH Counselor, a PREP coach, and a Batters Intervention Facilitator. I work with singles and couples dealing with a variety of problems particularly in...
Do you feel like your relationship has taken a negative turn? Is it you, is it them, is it just normal stressors of life causing the strain? Ever feel like you just can't get it right no matter how hard you try? Whether you are looking for a relationship, dating and struggling, recently engaged, married or considering divorce, please consider allowing me to help you move from pain to peace. I a...
