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
For me, the greatest reward as a therapist is helping clients grow through discovering ways to make changes in their lives that allow for a hopeful future. I provide a warm, nonjudgmental environment—a safe space to explore the matters that may be preventing you from living the life you want. Available for telehealth (Video Therapy) upon request....
Gail Renwick has a passion and dedication to serve our nation's active military service-members and their families radiates as she unswervingly volunteers her time, talents, knowledge and thousands of dedicated hours to a state of the art military and teaching hospital in Northern Virginia. Gail is a member of the Behavioral Health Consultation and Liaison Services at a hospital where she provi...
I founded Saint Louis Family Counseling because I believe we are all worthy of living meaningful and fulfilling lives. I enjoy working with individuals and couples, adults and adolescents in exploring and writing their next life chapter. You may be seeking counseling because you are aware there is something standing in your way, we could call this “the problem.” Sometimes exploring your...
I know this is hard. You've likely been debating seeking help for months, if not years. But I am so glad you found us and have taken the courageous step of being here. I'm confident that together we can work to help equip you with the necessary tools to help you face and overcome these challenges. Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, or confidence, it is important that you know y...
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I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 12 years of experience working in mental health for non-profit agencies, the VA, and other organizations. Through my own experiences in the military, I experienced first-hand Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, anxiety, and depression. After leaving the Navy, I sought therapy to help process what I experienced. While completing my education, I worked at...
Healing Spaces Psychological Services was founded by Dr. Kezia Jackson to provide comprehensive, quality, and inclusive psychological services to members of the St. Louis community, particularly to those from traditionally underserved populations. At Healing Spaces, our clinicians strive to support and uplift clients in their journey to improve their mental and emotional wellbeing by creating a...
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( English | español ) I have the heart for helping people and walking alongside them in their journey to heal. Life can bring unexpected challenges. I aim to work collaboratively with my clients to help them through the various road blocks and difficulties that life presents. People frequently limit themselves based on old assumptions and expectations and it can be freeing to start to disentang...
Connections Therapy would like to be there to help walk you through life's journey. Therapy should be a safe place where you can work on areas of life that need concentration. Finding support in an environment that is encouraging and helpful can be a life altering experience. Please allow us to help you learn to function in new and improved ways. The journey will begin with an assessment of you...
My approach to therapy is active and direct, yet compassionate. Together, we will explore to find solutions that will bring you positive change and happiness. I work using a variety of modalities including EMDR, psychodynamic, and DBT in order to customize your treatment for maximum and lasting results. My specialities include working with both men and women who face with a variety of sexual...
