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
Skills for Life offers therapy for children, adolescents, young adults, and the families that support them. We are located in Madison Valley by Cafe Flora and also offer HIPPA compliant telehealth. Call for a free 15 minute consultation to see if counseling can help your family. Sarah Fiskness is a licensed mental health therapist with over 20 years of experience in social services, education a...
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I work with clients to help unlock their potential and achieve their goals. Change is one of the hardest things to do, and I am here to help facilitate that. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families as well as run groups using a variety of therapeutic approaches that include: cognitive-behavioral therapy, client-centered therapy, solution-focused therapy, family-systems...
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CURRENTLY NOT TAKING NEW CLIENTS. Life is full of ups and downs. Most People just want to feel better. I'm a licensed mental health counselor with over 20 years of experience working with adults & adolescents. My goal is to help you or your loved ones navigate through your problems, live in the present, process feelings and alleviate grief and fear. Together we can explore the best way for you ...
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As a Christian therapist, I am honored to combine the Word of God and prayer with evidence based, cognitive and behavioral interventions to facilitate insight and healing from the ravages of mental health disorders, as well as family and relationship conflicts. I ardently believe forgiveness and compassion for self and others is crucial for the development and maintenance of healthy and honorin...
( English | español ) ¡Hablo Español!Temporarily not accepting clients, I will update when I have openings, thank you! Welcome, I look forward to meeting and working with you. Are you struggling with relationship issues, feeling nervous, stressed, overwhelmed, sad, empty, lonely, or feeling stuck? I praise you for having the courage to find support that will lead you to having a more fulfilling...
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