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
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At Fern Ridge Counseling, we are dedicated to providing support as you navigate through life's difficult terrain. We are here to provide integrative support and acceptance in your journey to heal from personal struggles and emotional distress. Our counselors provide individual therapy, marriage counseling, family therapy, and telepsychology, allowing us to serve you remotely. We have a wonderfu...
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My primary focus is to assist you in discovering the best way to deal with the challenges you face in your life. I believe you know the best way to solve the challenges you face, I help you uncover those answers. I am available for individual, couple and family counseling. My primary focus is on the family system, I pay attention to how the family interacts with one another in an effort to help...
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I am a licensed therapist with over 15 years of experience providing services to adolescents and adults. He is passionate about seeing brokenness restored and helping others find peace in living out their God-given purpose. Derrick sees clients from various backgrounds and life experiences, and he believes healing is possible for each person. He enjoys hearing others' stories and seeing lives...
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Get back to your best you! I believe therapy provides support in processing through what's working and what's not working for you to improve and build on your personal strengths. During our sessions we can work towards developing new coping skills while improving your relationships in this process. I am here to support you towards reaching your personal goals while reinforcing your core values....
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with children, adults, couples and families. I strive to create a safe and supportive environment where client and clinician can work in collaboration to resolve current issues, promote healing from past trauma, and to increase self-awareness and confidence. I have worked successfully with issues such as anxiety, depression, childhood trau...
