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 specialize in helping individuals and couples befriend their fears so that they can feel more secure with themselves and each other. At Fear Less Therapy, I understand how fears and insecurities affect the brain and nervous system and can get in the way of enjoying our selves, each other, and life. Often, our present issues are from past experiences. I engage clients in creative activities th...
Hello and welcome. I offer authentic, collaborative, compassionate and strengths based counseling services for individuals, couples and families. Common challenges I work with include identifying and reducing unhelpful patterns, difficulty with stuckness and making positive changes happen, ongoing sadness, loss (e.g. job, partner), loneliness, excessive worry or simply trying to cope in an...
One of my favorite quotes is by the late Magda Gerber- "We all need someone who understands." As a clinician that has worked with a variety of mental health and familial issues, I can attest that the most important part of the therapeutic process is the relationship between the therapist and the client. I prioritize that relationship and always aim to create a safe and non-judgmental space for ...
RELATIONSHIP HELP FOR SINGLES, COUPLES, AND FAMILIES. If you are looking for a fresh, non-traditional, progressive approach to tackle your problems head-on look no further. I am a therapist who believes in getting straight to the point as quickly as possible in order to offer some immediate relief to my clients and the problems which led them to therapy. I will not waste session time with loads...
Are you tired of therapists who just stare back at you and don't give you any feedback? Just a heads up, I'm not that type of therapist. Maybe therapy seems like something you don't "need," but you're sick of venting to your friends and feeling like a burden. Your typical coping skills aren't cutting it and you know something needs to change. You just want to feel better and get some relief, bu...
Three Rivers Therapy lcsw helps you to find joy, peace, and balance in your world. You can and will change your focus, thoughts, and behaviors. Successfully manage your life and learn from your journey. Together we can creatively find your healing truth. With 25 years of experience I offer a collaborative, results driven wholistic approach to wellness. Individuals, couples, LGBTQ and Polyamorou...
Life is often filled with unexpected, and sometimes overwhelming, challenges that affect each of us in different ways. Through my own personal and professional life experiences, I have discovered that building a supportive relationship through therapy creates a safe place to explore life struggles, understand difficult issues, develop new skills, enrich relationships, and work through situation...
I am a clinical psychologist with 35 years of experience. Relationship issues are my primary area of specialization. I offer comprehensive assessment and treatment to couples in all stages of relationship: premarital, transition to parenthood, issues unique to the blended family, separation, divorce and recovery after an affair. I have experience working with gay and lesbian couples. I've obtai...
I am passionate about helping others and understand how uncomfortable it can be to ask for help. I will not pass judgement on you and will offer support no matter the situation you are facing. Treatment will be unique to you and fit your needs. I provide services to children, adolescents, and adults who struggle with anxious and depressive symptoms. That may include but not limited to...
I am a Pastoral, professional licensed counselor with an emphasis on family, addiction, anger, and mental health counseling. I have a BS in Pastoral Ministry, a MA in Pastoral Ministry and Professional Counseling, a Doctor of Ministry, PhD in Counseling, and I am finishing a PhD in General Psychology....
I work with individuals who wish to live a full and rewarding life regardless of past experiences or current challenges. My clients have a range of issues which may include, but are not limited to, depression, anxiety, recent or remote trauma, childhood maltreatment, family dysfunction, women's issues, distortions of thought, or grief and loss. I use a variety of carefully chosen modalities to...
Do you sense your life has become unmanageable? Do you feel there are roadblocks in your relationships? The journey of life can become bumpy. I offer a safe place to walk alongside you while facing distress, anxiety, heartbreak, or other disappointments life can bring. I will help to guide you toward healthier relationships. I address parental relationships with children, couples relationships...
I believe that we are designed dynamic and multi-faceted, thus we must honor and take notice of each important piece of ourselves. By using a Bio-Psych-Social-Spiritual model of therapy we can move toward a more comprehensive understanding of your needs and a more full experience of recovery, wellness and joy. While my treatment approach is guided by my own training and experience, my goal is...
Everyone goes through times of struggle and needs someone to listen, reflect and help them move forward. We specialize in working with persons who have experienced trauma, abuse or neglect. Trauma can lead to many life issues & symptoms that we can help you manage & alleviate. Using trauma-informed attachment focused psychotherapy we provide parents with therapeutic skills to help their childre...
My philosophy of therapy is holistic, meaning I believe people are made up of many parts (mind, body, and spirit) and interact in many different environments. These parts are not independent of one another but work together. I am a Christian. I believe we are created for relationships. We know ourselves in the context of our relationships. Healing occurs through restoring relationships and...
