Gottman Method Therapists in Montréal, QC

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Sonia Dillon
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BsC, MACP, EMDR
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Montréal, QC H3B  (Online Only)
I draw from evidence-based therapeutic modalities, such as EMDR, CBT, DBT, EFT, Gottman Method, Imago therapy, and IFS.
Accepting new couples - Struggling with relationships can be overwhelming. Battling anxiety and low mood can be draining. Grief can be life changing. Stress and trauma can be paralyzing. You’re not alone and I am happy to help. I am here to listen and offer support in a space filled with comfort, knowledge, and without judgement. A space where we can work together, as a team, to overcome these challenges. I am committed to building a trusting and collaborative relationship with each person, where they not only feel heard, valued, and understood, while having something to take away from each session.
I draw from evidence-based therapeutic modalities, such as EMDR, CBT, DBT, EFT, Gottman Method, Imago therapy, and IFS.
Accepting new couples - Struggling with relationships can be overwhelming. Battling anxiety and low mood can be draining. Grief can be life changing. Stress and trauma can be paralyzing. You’re not alone and I am happy to help. I am here to listen and offer support in a space filled with comfort, knowledge, and without judgement. A space where we can work together, as a team, to overcome these challenges. I am committed to building a trusting and collaborative relationship with each person, where they not only feel heard, valued, and understood, while having something to take away from each session.
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Jennifer Berbrier
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT, ATPQ
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H4A
As a therapist in private practice for over 20 years, I offer a genuinely respectful, safe and non-judgmental space for you to gain a deeper sense of self and strengthen your relationships. Couple issues, such as poor communication, come in many shapes and sizes. As an experienced couple therapist I work hard to help you identify negative patterns that can hijack your relationship. My goal is to help you learn skills to manage, solve, and move on from the distress, ultimately regaining a loving respectful bond.
As a therapist in private practice for over 20 years, I offer a genuinely respectful, safe and non-judgmental space for you to gain a deeper sense of self and strengthen your relationships. Couple issues, such as poor communication, come in many shapes and sizes. As an experienced couple therapist I work hard to help you identify negative patterns that can hijack your relationship. My goal is to help you learn skills to manage, solve, and move on from the distress, ultimately regaining a loving respectful bond.
(514) 613-4856 View (514) 613-4856
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Patrick De Bortoli Psychotherapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, CFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montréal, QC H4A  (Online Only)
If today seems like an interminable day, and sets the stage for a profound apprehension for tomorrow, whether individually, within your couple or your family; it is maybe time to consult. Whomever you choose, be sure to be comfortable and feel safe. If you are interested in someone who has a compassionate ear and a reassuring expertise, perhaps we could work collaboratively at finding ways to foster harmony, confidence and peace for you and your close ones. Trained as Couple and Family Therapist at Syracuse University, I work as much with couples, families as individuals.
If today seems like an interminable day, and sets the stage for a profound apprehension for tomorrow, whether individually, within your couple or your family; it is maybe time to consult. Whomever you choose, be sure to be comfortable and feel safe. If you are interested in someone who has a compassionate ear and a reassuring expertise, perhaps we could work collaboratively at finding ways to foster harmony, confidence and peace for you and your close ones. Trained as Couple and Family Therapist at Syracuse University, I work as much with couples, families as individuals.
(438) 834-3002 View (438) 834-3002
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Natasha Sniatowsky
Registered Psychotherapist, MScA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H4C
Not accepting new clients
I am a licensed psychotherapist and couple & family therapist, offering psychotherapy services to individuals, couples & families. My practice is attachment-based and trauma informed. It integrates different therapeutic approaches, elements from Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness and Compassion, to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). I work with clients struggling with all types of life cycle transitions such as parenthood, co-parenting challenges, separation/divorce and those undergoing or affected by a chronic illness or a disability. I am also experienced in bereavement (grief) therapy.
I am a licensed psychotherapist and couple & family therapist, offering psychotherapy services to individuals, couples & families. My practice is attachment-based and trauma informed. It integrates different therapeutic approaches, elements from Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness and Compassion, to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). I work with clients struggling with all types of life cycle transitions such as parenthood, co-parenting challenges, separation/divorce and those undergoing or affected by a chronic illness or a disability. I am also experienced in bereavement (grief) therapy.
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Irene Beeman
Registered Social Worker, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montréal, QC H2G  (Online Only)
Welcome! I offer a supportive, nonjudgmental, and collaborative therapeutic environment to both couples and individuals. I'll work with you to more effectively respond to challenges and difficulties in your life and relationships, and to more consciously build the kind of life that is meaningful to you. If you're struggling with difficult thoughts and feelings, if you feel overwhelmed, unsure, disconnected, or lost, if you seek self-understanding or more meaningful participation in your relationship(s) or life in general, please reach out.
Welcome! I offer a supportive, nonjudgmental, and collaborative therapeutic environment to both couples and individuals. I'll work with you to more effectively respond to challenges and difficulties in your life and relationships, and to more consciously build the kind of life that is meaningful to you. If you're struggling with difficult thoughts and feelings, if you feel overwhelmed, unsure, disconnected, or lost, if you seek self-understanding or more meaningful participation in your relationship(s) or life in general, please reach out.
(438) 701-2376 View (438) 701-2376
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Rebecca S Murray
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montréal, QC H4A
Not accepting new clients
*CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* I work primarily with couples, and individuals wishing to address relationship issues. I enjoy working with couples to establish new ways of communicating with one another so that they can have closer, more fulfilling relationships. I also work with people going through transitional moments in life , when everything is possible. From difficult break ups to career changes, these moments can provide tough challenges, but also opportunities for people to redefine themselves and their goals.
*CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* I work primarily with couples, and individuals wishing to address relationship issues. I enjoy working with couples to establish new ways of communicating with one another so that they can have closer, more fulfilling relationships. I also work with people going through transitional moments in life , when everything is possible. From difficult break ups to career changes, these moments can provide tough challenges, but also opportunities for people to redefine themselves and their goals.
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Sendy Espina Delgado
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, SCC
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H1L  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Do you struggle with feelings of inadequacy, depression, intrusive thoughts, or anger beyond your control? Do you find yourself often in either withdrawing or pursuing patterns with loved ones? Are your coping mechanism no longer helpful? Have you experienced trauma or abuse? I can help you feel more balanced and in control. We can work on either present or past issues, whichever you choose, at your own pace.
Do you struggle with feelings of inadequacy, depression, intrusive thoughts, or anger beyond your control? Do you find yourself often in either withdrawing or pursuing patterns with loved ones? Are your coping mechanism no longer helpful? Have you experienced trauma or abuse? I can help you feel more balanced and in control. We can work on either present or past issues, whichever you choose, at your own pace.
(450) 367-5498 View (450) 367-5498
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Irina Pavlova
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSW, MScA, CFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Montréal, QC H2V
People often seek therapy when they would like to work on issues such as stress management, personal loss or life cycle changes. In individual therapy, I support clients by providing specific strategies for changing unwanted behaviours or thoughts. A couple in distress may feel there is no way out of their troubled relationship. By observing the interactions between the partners I help couples change dysfunctional behaviours, strengthen friendship, increase intimacy, resolve problematic patterns of communication, improve emotional attachment, build resilience and enjoyment that each partner derives from the relationship.
People often seek therapy when they would like to work on issues such as stress management, personal loss or life cycle changes. In individual therapy, I support clients by providing specific strategies for changing unwanted behaviours or thoughts. A couple in distress may feel there is no way out of their troubled relationship. By observing the interactions between the partners I help couples change dysfunctional behaviours, strengthen friendship, increase intimacy, resolve problematic patterns of communication, improve emotional attachment, build resilience and enjoyment that each partner derives from the relationship.
(438) 300-9251 View (438) 300-9251
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Harmony Clinic
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Montréal, QC H3A
It's normal to feel overwhelmed sometimes but that doesn't mean you can't change how you feel. Learn how to navigate life's challenges with us. We provide non-judgemental, friendly space and hands-on solutions so that you have the strength and tools to solve the problems you can solve, accept those you can't and cultivate the wisdom to know the difference between the two. Whether you're anxious about your circumstances, feel stuck in your life or your relationship, or are struggling with debilitating symptoms, we are here to help.
It's normal to feel overwhelmed sometimes but that doesn't mean you can't change how you feel. Learn how to navigate life's challenges with us. We provide non-judgemental, friendly space and hands-on solutions so that you have the strength and tools to solve the problems you can solve, accept those you can't and cultivate the wisdom to know the difference between the two. Whether you're anxious about your circumstances, feel stuck in your life or your relationship, or are struggling with debilitating symptoms, we are here to help.
(438) 701-2172 View (438) 701-2172
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Dr. Arianna Yakirov
Psychologist, PhD, MA, MLA, BA, RYT 200
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H4A  (Online Only)
There are so many unknowns right now. It's natural to be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, exhausted, and unfocused. Dealing with all the current stressors means personal relationships are also strained. My clients seek out my expertise for help with pain from past experiences, feeling stuck, anxious, depressed or overwhelmed. Low self-esteem and self-sabotage are two of my specialties. Working together you will gain clarity and learn reliable tools to create a grounded, empowered, deeply contented life.
There are so many unknowns right now. It's natural to be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, exhausted, and unfocused. Dealing with all the current stressors means personal relationships are also strained. My clients seek out my expertise for help with pain from past experiences, feeling stuck, anxious, depressed or overwhelmed. Low self-esteem and self-sabotage are two of my specialties. Working together you will gain clarity and learn reliable tools to create a grounded, empowered, deeply contented life.
(438) 300-9115 View (438) 300-9115
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Alison Pollock
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, CFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montréal, QC H3A
I am a licensed couple and family therapist and psychotherapist. In 2019, I was the recipient of the clinical excellence award for couple and family therapy from McGill University. I received a Master's in psychology in 2009. My area of focus is on helping people understand their relationship patterns and helping them build more meaningful and stable connections with others. I understand that right now you may feel that as though you have too much on your plate and that you are struggling to balance all of life's demands. Many people do not take the time to focus on themselves and invest in their emotional well- being.
I am a licensed couple and family therapist and psychotherapist. In 2019, I was the recipient of the clinical excellence award for couple and family therapy from McGill University. I received a Master's in psychology in 2009. My area of focus is on helping people understand their relationship patterns and helping them build more meaningful and stable connections with others. I understand that right now you may feel that as though you have too much on your plate and that you are struggling to balance all of life's demands. Many people do not take the time to focus on themselves and invest in their emotional well- being.
(438) 834-2859 View (438) 834-2859
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Tidal Grace
Counsellor, BA, MA, BDP
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H2X
Clients seek my help to feel better, unlock their potential, and progress with a sense of purpose on their life journey. I focus on immediate results, aiming to relieve mental suffering and transform their core through psychological, physical, and spiritual work. I address a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, sexual concerns, couples-in-distress, and men's issues, with a specialization in depersonalization therapy. Clients choose me for my compassionate, direct approach and my dedication to helping them overcome their challenges and lead fulfilling, meaningful lives.
Clients seek my help to feel better, unlock their potential, and progress with a sense of purpose on their life journey. I focus on immediate results, aiming to relieve mental suffering and transform their core through psychological, physical, and spiritual work. I address a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, sexual concerns, couples-in-distress, and men's issues, with a specialization in depersonalization therapy. Clients choose me for my compassionate, direct approach and my dedication to helping them overcome their challenges and lead fulfilling, meaningful lives.
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Leila Sarhadi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, CCC, CCPA, TCF, MFT
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H4A
My practice is designed to meet your specific requirements for an individual or couple. I have an integrative approach based on emotion-focused therapy (EFT), mindfulness, Trauma, psychodynamic, and humanistic therapy. I also use Neurofeedback (ILF). I work with you to enhance your couple connection by identifying how your emotions, mind, and stress all work together to trigger inappropriate ideas, feelings, and behaviors, creating a dynamic in your relationship that may be undesirable. I help you have greater access to your own healing power, so you can help yourself and/or balance your relationship.
My practice is designed to meet your specific requirements for an individual or couple. I have an integrative approach based on emotion-focused therapy (EFT), mindfulness, Trauma, psychodynamic, and humanistic therapy. I also use Neurofeedback (ILF). I work with you to enhance your couple connection by identifying how your emotions, mind, and stress all work together to trigger inappropriate ideas, feelings, and behaviors, creating a dynamic in your relationship that may be undesirable. I help you have greater access to your own healing power, so you can help yourself and/or balance your relationship.
(514) 612-5871 View (514) 612-5871
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Lisa MacMartin
Registered Psychotherapist, MSc, MFT
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H4A
Not accepting new clients
I am a licensed psychotherapist who works with adults experiencing difficulties related to stress, emotions, relationships, and adjustment to challenging life transitions, such as parenthood, divorce, or loss of a loved one. I can also provide help with insomnia and other sleep-related problems. My approach with clients is collaborative, compassionate and experiential.
I am a licensed psychotherapist who works with adults experiencing difficulties related to stress, emotions, relationships, and adjustment to challenging life transitions, such as parenthood, divorce, or loss of a loved one. I can also provide help with insomnia and other sleep-related problems. My approach with clients is collaborative, compassionate and experiential.
(438) 795-5292 View (438) 795-5292
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Shyam Anandampillai
Registered Psychotherapist, MSc(A), MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Montréal, QC H2X  (Online Only)
I believe that psychotherapy in essence is a collaborative process that aims to increase psychological well-being and reduce emotional pain, loneliness and languishing which are ever present in today's world. At the heart of this process, is the positive healing relationship that develops between an individual, a couple or a family, and the therapist. I offer clients a non-judgemental, empathic and queer affirmative space where they learn to identify and tolerate their emotions, articulate appropriately their needs to significant people in their life and work on breaking away from toxic negative cycles.
I believe that psychotherapy in essence is a collaborative process that aims to increase psychological well-being and reduce emotional pain, loneliness and languishing which are ever present in today's world. At the heart of this process, is the positive healing relationship that develops between an individual, a couple or a family, and the therapist. I offer clients a non-judgemental, empathic and queer affirmative space where they learn to identify and tolerate their emotions, articulate appropriately their needs to significant people in their life and work on breaking away from toxic negative cycles.
(438) 255-0905 View (438) 255-0905
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Speakeasy Counselling Allison Cordner & Associates
Licensed Professional Counsellor, MA, RCC, RTC, SEP, TRA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montréal, QC H3J  (Online Only)
We are a team of clinicians that are trained to work with students, individuals, couples and families. That excel at helping you expand your emotional tolerance, reactions & communication skills. Too many of us suffer in silence with anxiety, low self-esteem, unprocessed trauma and anger. You are not alone and we are here to encourage you to let those experiences be felt in a safe & non-judgmental environment. We know how hard it can be for most people to do therapy & our goal is to make it engaging, insightful & rewarding. To be vulnerable means not having our deepest feelings and secrets shot down. We use an integrative approach.
We are a team of clinicians that are trained to work with students, individuals, couples and families. That excel at helping you expand your emotional tolerance, reactions & communication skills. Too many of us suffer in silence with anxiety, low self-esteem, unprocessed trauma and anger. You are not alone and we are here to encourage you to let those experiences be felt in a safe & non-judgmental environment. We know how hard it can be for most people to do therapy & our goal is to make it engaging, insightful & rewarding. To be vulnerable means not having our deepest feelings and secrets shot down. We use an integrative approach.
(236) 362-0680 View (236) 362-0680
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Zofia Czajkowska
Psychologist, PhD, OPQ
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Montréal, QC H3A
Everybody goes through a rough patch in life sometimes. I'm here to help you get through yours and grow from the experience. Whether you've been feeling stressed and overwhelmed, down, irritable or anxious, I can help you feel better and find your path to a more satisfying life. I have experience treating depression and anxiety, improving self-esteem and confidence as well as defining one's identity and purpose. Additionally, I help couples navigate life transitions (e.g., becoming parents) and relationship difficulties (e.g., frequent arguments, sexual problems or sense of hopelessness).
Everybody goes through a rough patch in life sometimes. I'm here to help you get through yours and grow from the experience. Whether you've been feeling stressed and overwhelmed, down, irritable or anxious, I can help you feel better and find your path to a more satisfying life. I have experience treating depression and anxiety, improving self-esteem and confidence as well as defining one's identity and purpose. Additionally, I help couples navigate life transitions (e.g., becoming parents) and relationship difficulties (e.g., frequent arguments, sexual problems or sense of hopelessness).
(438) 795-5769 View (438) 795-5769
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Rachel Grostern
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, MFT
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H4A  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I want to help you live a more meaningful life where you can feel comfortable being yourself. Healthy, fulfilling and authentic relationships with ourselves & others are the key to wellbeing. Change is possible when we are willing and feel safe enough to explore ourselves, our relationships & the patterns that arise in those interactions. Using a warm, collaborative, strength-based, culturally sensitive & trauma sensitive approach, I aim to help you develop an increased understanding of yourself & deepen a sense of connection in your most meaningful relationships.
I want to help you live a more meaningful life where you can feel comfortable being yourself. Healthy, fulfilling and authentic relationships with ourselves & others are the key to wellbeing. Change is possible when we are willing and feel safe enough to explore ourselves, our relationships & the patterns that arise in those interactions. Using a warm, collaborative, strength-based, culturally sensitive & trauma sensitive approach, I aim to help you develop an increased understanding of yourself & deepen a sense of connection in your most meaningful relationships.
(438) 500-1779 View (438) 500-1779
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The Trauma Therapy Group
Counsellor, MA, RCC, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montréal, QC H4A  (Online Only)
Hi and welcome. We are a group of Trauma Therapists who have devoted our practice to working holistically with those who wish to free themselves from the grips of past pain and return to states of safety, peace and connection.
Hi and welcome. We are a group of Trauma Therapists who have devoted our practice to working holistically with those who wish to free themselves from the grips of past pain and return to states of safety, peace and connection.
(438) 255-2997 View (438) 255-2997
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Hanna Tsapyk
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
Montréal, QC H4A
I am trained to help adults, children and adolescents better cope with a wide variety of emotional, relational and personal challenges. If you are feeling overwhelmed, out-of touch with yourself or generally unhappy and enjoy a genuine conversation with another person, willing to reach out to help, then I believe we would be a good fit. I developed an eclectic and culturally sensitive approach to therapy, heavily influenced by humanistic/existential, positive psychology, CBT and solution focused approach.
I am trained to help adults, children and adolescents better cope with a wide variety of emotional, relational and personal challenges. If you are feeling overwhelmed, out-of touch with yourself or generally unhappy and enjoy a genuine conversation with another person, willing to reach out to help, then I believe we would be a good fit. I developed an eclectic and culturally sensitive approach to therapy, heavily influenced by humanistic/existential, positive psychology, CBT and solution focused approach.
(438) 801-9451 View (438) 801-9451

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How does the Gottman method work?

One of the core doctrines of the Gottman method is that negative emotions hurt relationships about five times more than positive emotions help them. Thus, couples require five times more positive interactions than negative interactions with each other. The therapist will guide clients on how to improve communication and understanding of each other to manage conflict and have their emotional needs met. The therapist will also advise couples on how to repair relations with each other when conflict arises, and therefore avoid lasting damage.

Is the Gottman method evidence-based?

Yes, this method is an evidence-based approach to couples therapy. The method is based on more than 40 years of research by Drs. John and Julie Gottman, the psychologists who developed the method. The Gottmans analysed decades of data to draw conclusions about what types of interactions are likely to lead to specific results, and which interventions are most likely to lead to success. Studies have found that this approach leads to improvements in relationship satisfaction, intimacy, communication skills, and a lower rate of divorce.

How long does the Gottman method take?

The duration of treatment depends on the specific challenges clients face. Sessions are typically 60 to 90 minutes long, and an average course of treatment is around 10 sessions. In some cases, such as for couples dealing with a critical problem, the therapist will suggest an intensive course of treatment, with daily sessions over the first two to four days. Treatment is complete when the couple is satisfied and has met the goals they’ve set, and when the therapist believes they have the skills to continue on their own.

Is the Gottman method effective?

Through the Gottman method, couples can achieve changes that are real and sustainable. This treatment has been used for more than 40 years; the method is supported by empirical research, including randomised controlled trials that have demonstrated effectiveness in improving relationship outcomes for couples. Like any talk therapy, success or failure depends in large part on how committed the clients are to making positive changes and working toward results.