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
My passion is to help clients become their "best self". This starts with what we tell ourselves everyday. We are what we think! Therapy is a process in which we can begin to feel relief from that negative self talk and move towards wholeness and connection. Evidence shows that therapy can help to bring about more peace, joy, and functioning to your life. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I ca...
Have you ever worried about your relationship? Your child? Your own well-being? You are not alone, especially during these times. Change is constant in our life, but seeking help is a beneficial step in finding direction on your journey. I work with couples and families experiencing discord and individuals seeking solace during times of strife. My empathic and mindful style aids in my ability t...
I work with adults (18+) individually and couples to address stress, anxiety, mood disorders, relationship challenges, life transitions, chronic pain issues and military associated PTSD. I have extensive training and experience working with Active Duty Service Members, Veterans, and Military families. I create a great therapeutic relationship which allows us to work on your struggles in a...
I enjoy working with clients with a variety of backgrounds, life circumstances, and struggles. I especially enjoy working with those who are struggling with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, grief and loss, addiction, and trauma related issues. Often times, these clients need to be heard. They need to be reminded that they have a plethora of internal strengths. They need coping skills and insig...
My heart as a counselor is to meet my clients where they are. I believe that we are all on a journey of growth with a desire to improve our emotional health. Every once in a while we get to a place where we feel stuck and sometimes being stuck is painful. That is where a qualified therapist can come into the picture and help you identify goals and process past hurts. I strive to provide a safe...
I find it effective to combine behavioral solutions with depth work. Since the unconscious ripples into all aspects of life, I have found that relational therapy addressing unconscious motives can help with most psychological difficulties. In addition to working with individuals, couples & families, I am adjunct faculty at the California Institute of Integral Studies where I teach in the Master...
What mental health needs is more sunlight, more candor, and more unashamed conversation.” – Glenn Close. I am a firm believer in the importance of making healthy changes in ourselves, as we continue to grow and heal through life’s challenges. I have provided individual, couples and family therapy. As a family system trained clinician I am well versed in family functioning and treatment planning...
Are stress and anxiety running your life? Do stress and anxiety keep you up at night? If so, you've come to the right place. From what others can tell, you’ve got a great life, but on the inside anxiety and stress interfere with your mood, relationships, job performance, and peace of mind. You try to keep it all together, but anxiety and stress exhaust you and you're not sure how much longer yo...
If you are a new mom struggling with this different phase of your life, or you are pregnant and are feeling deeply sad and concerned, maybe you want to prepare emotionally for the new baby. If you feel yourself stuck in your relationship as a couple, you continue to argue about the same issue and cannot find a solution, or maybe you feel the spark needs some help reigniting. My goal is that...
I have always had a passion for serving others and decided to return to school after having children of my own, to pursue a Master’s in Social Work. I graduated from Fordham University and became a counselor in a residential program where I worked with clients who were struggling with a myriad of mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, PTSD and substance abuse. I provided both individ...
Relationships can be hard. Finding help can also be challenging, particularly if you are not familiar with the experience of individual, couples or family therapy. As with most things the first step is the hardest. I've provided therapy for nearly 20 years. I’ve worked in both military and civilian environments across the United States, giving me a depth of experience. I specialize in marital,...
Tiffany D. Murphy is licensed by the state of Texas as a Licensed Professional Counselor. Tiffany received her Bachelor’s Degree in Communication with a minor in Psychology from Xavier University in New Orleans, LA and her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Sam Houston State University with a focus in Marriage and Family Therapy. Tiffany believes that counseling can help ...
Welcome! I provide a safe and accepting environment in which you can work through difficult changes, choices, and life events. Life can be hard and can feel overwhelming at times. My goal is to help you develop your inner resources and build upon your strengths. I enjoy helping individuals to realize their worth and cope with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, parenting, low...
Our emotions play a key role in our identity. They help us understand ourselves and our environment as well as inform our decision-making and behavior. It is highly impactful to identify emotional patterns and recognize how those patterns are contributing to a healthy and satisfying life or impeding forward progress and well-being. My objective, as a counselor, is to assist you in identifying y...
