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
Apricity Counseling and Wellness Center (formerly Eagan Psychotherapy) is an outpatient therapy clinic located in Eagan, MN. We offer individual, couples, family, and group therapy in addition to other health and wellness services. Samantha Franklin, LMFT, Mackenzie Kerber, LPCC, and Sorina Locklin, MA....
We all go through difficult times. It could be making sense of our past, dealing with a difficult relationship, a hurt, a loss, self-worth issues or other challenges. I work collaboratively with clients in a safe environment to support and help them move through life's challenges. Everyone is different. By utilizing my knowledge of different schools of therapy, I can customize counseling to mee...
I definitely understand that reaching out for therapy can cause anxious uncertainty and emotional discomfort. If this is the case, I'm SO GLAD you are making this courageous decision. Regarding my personality and therapeutic style, you will notice this immediately: I am warm, genuine, personable, light-hearted, and easy to connect with. You will also notice I am passionate about understanding y...
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I have a Master's in Counseling Psychology from Avila University and a Bachelor's in Psychology from the University of Missouri-Columbia with training in Trauma- Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Gottman Method Couple's Therapy & Play Therapy. Beyond my education, I have experience working with children ages 3 and up, adolescents, and adults with a variety of mental health...
This thing we call LIFE is a beautiful thing but there are times that we are challenged by things that can be very difficult. It could be something that is haunting us from our past that we need to work through so that we can have a better future. It may be something that is currently challenging you in your life to include; relationships, addiction, self-esteem, grief or a multitude of other...
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Bob Burns has counseled couples and individuals for decades as a pastor, often in cross-cultural settings. Today Bob continues to do this in his private practice. Professional Pastoral Counseling combines proven reparative approaches, spiritual insights and intercessory prayer. The emphasis will be on discovering your strengths and empowering you to live life as God intended. Bob is a Certified...
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