Gottman Method Therapists in West Los Angeles, CA
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Salonia Singh Husson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
West Los Angeles, CA 90025
For couple's I use the Gottman method and EFT to help your relationship truly prosper.
If you are experiencing self-esteem issues, going through a difficult break up, having difficulty in dating, or experiencing issues connecting or feeling understood in your family or romantic relationships, therapy can help! My goal in therapy is to help you unpack how your unique upbringing guides your current belief systems while simultaneously learning new approaches to your current life's goals, using science backed tools and insights. My approach to our work together will be relational, holistic, and culturally sensitive, and sincere. I will pull from various modalities to cater a treatment plan to your unique needs.
For couple's I use the Gottman method and EFT to help your relationship truly prosper.
If you are experiencing self-esteem issues, going through a difficult break up, having difficulty in dating, or experiencing issues connecting or feeling understood in your family or romantic relationships, therapy can help! My goal in therapy is to help you unpack how your unique upbringing guides your current belief systems while simultaneously learning new approaches to your current life's goals, using science backed tools and insights. My approach to our work together will be relational, holistic, and culturally sensitive, and sincere. I will pull from various modalities to cater a treatment plan to your unique needs.
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I’m a warm and direct therapist who uses EMDR, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems, Gottman Method and a touch of humor in my work with individuals, couples and families.
Therapy hasn’t helped before, so why try again? Because you deserve better, and not all therapy is equal. The therapist-client match is essential; doing this work with someone whose healing philosophy matches your needs is vital. As a humanistic clinician, unconditional positive regard—the overall support of a person, no matter what that person says or does—is my guiding philosophy. It is as a result of my personal journey, that I decided to become a psychologist. It is a privilege to do this work. Today, I am deeply dedicated to helping every person who enters my practice find the best treatment to improve their mental health.
I’m a warm and direct therapist who uses EMDR, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems, Gottman Method and a touch of humor in my work with individuals, couples and families.
Therapy hasn’t helped before, so why try again? Because you deserve better, and not all therapy is equal. The therapist-client match is essential; doing this work with someone whose healing philosophy matches your needs is vital. As a humanistic clinician, unconditional positive regard—the overall support of a person, no matter what that person says or does—is my guiding philosophy. It is as a result of my personal journey, that I decided to become a psychologist. It is a privilege to do this work. Today, I am deeply dedicated to helping every person who enters my practice find the best treatment to improve their mental health.
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Lauren Dummit
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSAT-S, CST
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
West Los Angeles, CA 90025
I am a CSAT specializing in trauma and addiction as well as sexuality and intimacy issues. My unique style treats emotional discomfort and pain as avenues for self-discovery and personal growth. As a somatic therapist, I believe true healing comes from creating alignment between body, mind, and soul. As you more skilled at navigating your inner obstacles, you will rediscover your capacity to find balance and live a life that is healthy, joyful, and free. I emphasize insight, self-awareness, and empowerment to help you grow, learn about the meaning behind your symptoms, and lead a more gratifying life.
I am a CSAT specializing in trauma and addiction as well as sexuality and intimacy issues. My unique style treats emotional discomfort and pain as avenues for self-discovery and personal growth. As a somatic therapist, I believe true healing comes from creating alignment between body, mind, and soul. As you more skilled at navigating your inner obstacles, you will rediscover your capacity to find balance and live a life that is healthy, joyful, and free. I emphasize insight, self-awareness, and empowerment to help you grow, learn about the meaning behind your symptoms, and lead a more gratifying life.
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PreMarital Counseling Los Angeles
Marriage & Family Therapist, PHD , LMFT, CPC
Verified Verified
West Los Angeles, CA 90025
PreMarital Couples Therapist, 30 yrs, Laressa Desmond, PhD, MFT. Evenings & Sundays available upon request. I specialize in PreMarital Counseling. My sessions have a safe & optimistic atmosphere. Our sessions will be relaxed, informative & non judgmental. We'll focus on your particular needs as well as the Pillars of Successful Relationships. Learn emotional & psychological skills needed to create a resilient, lasting marriage. We can solve current struggles as well as prepare for the future. I have a large, website dedicated to PreMarital Counseling, how it works, how long it takes, costs & what you can expect.
PreMarital Couples Therapist, 30 yrs, Laressa Desmond, PhD, MFT. Evenings & Sundays available upon request. I specialize in PreMarital Counseling. My sessions have a safe & optimistic atmosphere. Our sessions will be relaxed, informative & non judgmental. We'll focus on your particular needs as well as the Pillars of Successful Relationships. Learn emotional & psychological skills needed to create a resilient, lasting marriage. We can solve current struggles as well as prepare for the future. I have a large, website dedicated to PreMarital Counseling, how it works, how long it takes, costs & what you can expect.
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Martin C Novell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
West Los Angeles, CA 90025
You will not experience the silent treatment. I am a board certified psychotherapist providing evidence based skills made for individuals and couples. We can develop a plan to improve relationships, difficult situations, depression, anxiety, and career issues. It is now known what makes a successful relationship. Through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and research based on John Gottman, couples can ease into conversations and move their discussions from disappointment to growth. Individuals, couples can gain the skills to re-position their thoughts and feelings to create a better place for themselves in this world.
You will not experience the silent treatment. I am a board certified psychotherapist providing evidence based skills made for individuals and couples. We can develop a plan to improve relationships, difficult situations, depression, anxiety, and career issues. It is now known what makes a successful relationship. Through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and research based on John Gottman, couples can ease into conversations and move their discussions from disappointment to growth. Individuals, couples can gain the skills to re-position their thoughts and feelings to create a better place for themselves in this world.
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Lisa Chester-Schyman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Los Angeles, CA 90025
I provide a safe and compassionate environment to support you in your life journey and its many challenges. Through our work together you will develop a deeper understanding of yourself, which will allow you to navigate the murky waters of life, manage transitions, and live a life filled with meaning. Together we will explore your true nature and I will support you to find more comfort in your life by teaching you tools to overcome obstacles to your emotional well-being. Our collaboration will allow you to move through the more challenging times in your life with a greater sense of ease. I work with adults, teens, and adolescents.
I provide a safe and compassionate environment to support you in your life journey and its many challenges. Through our work together you will develop a deeper understanding of yourself, which will allow you to navigate the murky waters of life, manage transitions, and live a life filled with meaning. Together we will explore your true nature and I will support you to find more comfort in your life by teaching you tools to overcome obstacles to your emotional well-being. Our collaboration will allow you to move through the more challenging times in your life with a greater sense of ease. I work with adults, teens, and adolescents.
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My expertise lies in working with men transitioning into, or out of, relationships. Moving from single life into relationship with another is a daunting task. How do I maintain my own identity, my own authenticity, and still keep my partner happy? What are good boundaries? How, and when, do I say no? Equally difficult is the shift from partnership into single life. Who am I now? How do I keep a friendship with my ex (or not!) while moving into the dating scene? I've had great success helping my clients succeed and thrive during either of these challenging times.
My expertise lies in working with men transitioning into, or out of, relationships. Moving from single life into relationship with another is a daunting task. How do I maintain my own identity, my own authenticity, and still keep my partner happy? What are good boundaries? How, and when, do I say no? Equally difficult is the shift from partnership into single life. Who am I now? How do I keep a friendship with my ex (or not!) while moving into the dating scene? I've had great success helping my clients succeed and thrive during either of these challenging times.
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Feelings can be overwhelming at times. You may be experiencing heightened anxiety, perhaps trauma, or depression. Dysfunctional patterns of behavior can affect your job, your relationships, your marriage, as well as your overall sense of self. i am here to help you explore why you do what you do, and look to provide effective tools to change the behaviors that either no longer work for you, or perhaps never did. By us exploring the "why am I the way that I am" questions in a safe environment, we will start to find some answers that will help you to place your inner critics and demons in their proper place going forward.
Feelings can be overwhelming at times. You may be experiencing heightened anxiety, perhaps trauma, or depression. Dysfunctional patterns of behavior can affect your job, your relationships, your marriage, as well as your overall sense of self. i am here to help you explore why you do what you do, and look to provide effective tools to change the behaviors that either no longer work for you, or perhaps never did. By us exploring the "why am I the way that I am" questions in a safe environment, we will start to find some answers that will help you to place your inner critics and demons in their proper place going forward.
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Marriage Counseling Woodland Hills
Marriage & Family Therapist, PHD , LMFT, CPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Los Angeles, CA 90025
30 years providing... Couples Therapy... Marriage Counseling.... PreMarital Counseling. When good love slides into bad patterns I can help you communicate, reduce anger & improve intimacy. It's frustrating when love gets out of sync. Learn how to diffuse resentments, lower tensions & solve problems together more smoothly. Need to rejuvenate your connection? We'll work together as you reduce arguments, increase cooperation & stop power struggles. Sessions are a safe, neutral atmosphere designed to reduce your stress & distractions, allowing you to focus on what's important to you & your partner.
30 years providing... Couples Therapy... Marriage Counseling.... PreMarital Counseling. When good love slides into bad patterns I can help you communicate, reduce anger & improve intimacy. It's frustrating when love gets out of sync. Learn how to diffuse resentments, lower tensions & solve problems together more smoothly. Need to rejuvenate your connection? We'll work together as you reduce arguments, increase cooperation & stop power struggles. Sessions are a safe, neutral atmosphere designed to reduce your stress & distractions, allowing you to focus on what's important to you & your partner.
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Arlette Gordon Kassel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ATR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Los Angeles, CA 90025
You long to wake up in the morning less anxious and depressed, or you're just feeling stressed-out and stuck. Maybe pain from infidelity consumes you but you want to fix what's broken rather than throwing in the towel. Deep down, you want to feel excited about your life and I want that for you too. I can help you untangle the knotted threads of your life and create something beautiful. If you've tried therapy before but felt something was missing (maybe too much listening and not enough tools or direction), let's do it differently this time so you have both the knowledge & insights but also the skills to create your best life.
You long to wake up in the morning less anxious and depressed, or you're just feeling stressed-out and stuck. Maybe pain from infidelity consumes you but you want to fix what's broken rather than throwing in the towel. Deep down, you want to feel excited about your life and I want that for you too. I can help you untangle the knotted threads of your life and create something beautiful. If you've tried therapy before but felt something was missing (maybe too much listening and not enough tools or direction), let's do it differently this time so you have both the knowledge & insights but also the skills to create your best life.
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Lynne Azpeitia
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Los Angeles, CA 90025
Feeling alone or stuck—at home, work or your relationship? Are you stressed, overwhelmed or frustrated with work—or yourself, your partner or your kids? If this sounds like you & you're tired of struggling, I'd like to help. You can get the support, understanding & skills you need to succeed—& get more of what you want. Life doesn't have to be so hard. Therapy can help you clarify the issues, figure out your options, provide you with new tools—& get things moving in a positive direction. If you're unsure about Teletherapy or starting, give me a call to talk about what you need & how therapy can help. Visit my website to learn more.
Feeling alone or stuck—at home, work or your relationship? Are you stressed, overwhelmed or frustrated with work—or yourself, your partner or your kids? If this sounds like you & you're tired of struggling, I'd like to help. You can get the support, understanding & skills you need to succeed—& get more of what you want. Life doesn't have to be so hard. Therapy can help you clarify the issues, figure out your options, provide you with new tools—& get things moving in a positive direction. If you're unsure about Teletherapy or starting, give me a call to talk about what you need & how therapy can help. Visit my website to learn more.
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K&S Therapeutic Services, Inc.
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MBA
Verified Verified
West Los Angeles, CA 90025 (Online Only)
You can’t believe it happened again. After repeated assurances to your loved one, changing habits in your daily life, and promising yourself you’d be better, here you are. You sit across from your them, crying, pleading with them to forgive you after this latest outburst. The look of hurt on their face is soul-crushing. Even once they accept your apology, the guilt doesn’t subside – if anything, it gets worse. You love this person so much, but you’re not sure your relationship can handle another blow like this. You wish you had some control over your emotions, and fear it’s only a matter of time before this happens again.
You can’t believe it happened again. After repeated assurances to your loved one, changing habits in your daily life, and promising yourself you’d be better, here you are. You sit across from your them, crying, pleading with them to forgive you after this latest outburst. The look of hurt on their face is soul-crushing. Even once they accept your apology, the guilt doesn’t subside – if anything, it gets worse. You love this person so much, but you’re not sure your relationship can handle another blow like this. You wish you had some control over your emotions, and fear it’s only a matter of time before this happens again.
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I am an experienced therapist with a compassionate, respectful approach to the growth of each person/family who enters psychotherapy. With over 20 years leading a full private practice of children, adolescents and adults, I have a deep understanding of developmental life stages, mood disorders, the effects of trauma, and the ways to psychological growth. I accompany each client in identifying painful issues and in creating a more generative life in an environment of curiosity, respect, and hope. In the interest of offering best care, I am committed to regular consultation and training with other professionals.
I am an experienced therapist with a compassionate, respectful approach to the growth of each person/family who enters psychotherapy. With over 20 years leading a full private practice of children, adolescents and adults, I have a deep understanding of developmental life stages, mood disorders, the effects of trauma, and the ways to psychological growth. I accompany each client in identifying painful issues and in creating a more generative life in an environment of curiosity, respect, and hope. In the interest of offering best care, I am committed to regular consultation and training with other professionals.
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Couples Therapy Relationship Help
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PhD, CPC
Verified Verified
West Los Angeles, CA 90025
Exclusive discount for video sessions. 30 yrs, Laressa Desmond PhD. MFT, Couples Therapist....PreMarital Counselor. I provide a safe, neutral atmosphere for couples seeking to increase cooperation & stop power struggles. When your relationship gets out of sync I can help you reduce arguments, eliminate confusion & improve your communication. It's painful when resentments & misunderstandings build up tensions. Learn to solve problems together more smoothly and refresh your connection. Sessions take place in a relaxed environment designed to reduce your stress & distractions. This allows focus on what's helpful to you & your partner.
Exclusive discount for video sessions. 30 yrs, Laressa Desmond PhD. MFT, Couples Therapist....PreMarital Counselor. I provide a safe, neutral atmosphere for couples seeking to increase cooperation & stop power struggles. When your relationship gets out of sync I can help you reduce arguments, eliminate confusion & improve your communication. It's painful when resentments & misunderstandings build up tensions. Learn to solve problems together more smoothly and refresh your connection. Sessions take place in a relaxed environment designed to reduce your stress & distractions. This allows focus on what's helpful to you & your partner.
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If your goals or dreams have drifted, seem out of reach, or you just feel stuck, I can help navigate you to a better understanding of yourself for permanent change. I learn to speak your individual language, to help and coach you to live a more manageable and meaningful life. I take a goal-oriented approach to psychotherapy. My innovative techniques help to empower patients to learn the tools and strategies they need to navigate through life challenges. I will assist you in defining achievable goals and will help you learn simple, understandable procedures that will become second nature to help you reach those goals.
If your goals or dreams have drifted, seem out of reach, or you just feel stuck, I can help navigate you to a better understanding of yourself for permanent change. I learn to speak your individual language, to help and coach you to live a more manageable and meaningful life. I take a goal-oriented approach to psychotherapy. My innovative techniques help to empower patients to learn the tools and strategies they need to navigate through life challenges. I will assist you in defining achievable goals and will help you learn simple, understandable procedures that will become second nature to help you reach those goals.
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Kevin Kunkel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, SEP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
West Los Angeles, CA 90025
The first steps to beginning therapy can seem hard. I want you to have hope, that If you are feeling stuck in unhealthy feelings or thoughts or needing support through stressful life events, there are effective holistic strategies for finding relief and bringing you back into balance. Trauma, anxiety, depression, anger, grieving are all experiences of the body as much as the mind, and effective therapy should integrate both. Through a compassionate, accepting relationship and an innovative somatic approach, I have found success in guiding clients to find relief of their symptoms and struggles in their body, mind, and hearts.
The first steps to beginning therapy can seem hard. I want you to have hope, that If you are feeling stuck in unhealthy feelings or thoughts or needing support through stressful life events, there are effective holistic strategies for finding relief and bringing you back into balance. Trauma, anxiety, depression, anger, grieving are all experiences of the body as much as the mind, and effective therapy should integrate both. Through a compassionate, accepting relationship and an innovative somatic approach, I have found success in guiding clients to find relief of their symptoms and struggles in their body, mind, and hearts.
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Rachel Bar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Los Angeles, CA 90025 (Online Only)
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Therapy is about exploring transitions and losses. A loss of a relationship, a job, a lifestyle, a home, a friendship, or the loss of a dream or expectation. We dismiss some losses, not realizing their impact on our day to day life. We may suffer from anxiety or depression without understanding why they are present. Other losses, however, can be so traumatic that we lose our ability to heal from them. Moreover, we find ourselves repeating the same mistakes, not being able to transform ourselves and change our behavior, even when we realize that our reactions are unhelpful and self-destructive. We wonder whether life will be better.
Therapy is about exploring transitions and losses. A loss of a relationship, a job, a lifestyle, a home, a friendship, or the loss of a dream or expectation. We dismiss some losses, not realizing their impact on our day to day life. We may suffer from anxiety or depression without understanding why they are present. Other losses, however, can be so traumatic that we lose our ability to heal from them. Moreover, we find ourselves repeating the same mistakes, not being able to transform ourselves and change our behavior, even when we realize that our reactions are unhelpful and self-destructive. We wonder whether life will be better.
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Tele-mentalhealth with Sheila O'Connor PhD, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Los Angeles, CA 90025 (Online Only)
Telephone Therapy and Counseling only. For over 25 years, I've been doing Telephone Counseling. $65. fee per hour; (low overhead helps me keep my fee lower). The number one reason success is attained in counseling & therapy is when you and your therapist/ counselor have good rapport and trust. A "good fit" is very important where you feel comfortable sharing your innermost feelings and thoughts without feeling judged. Would you like High-Quality and Experienced Counseling or Psychotherapy at a reasonable cost? What I want from you is a commitment to do the work, so that you can allow changes to happen in your life.
Telephone Therapy and Counseling only. For over 25 years, I've been doing Telephone Counseling. $65. fee per hour; (low overhead helps me keep my fee lower). The number one reason success is attained in counseling & therapy is when you and your therapist/ counselor have good rapport and trust. A "good fit" is very important where you feel comfortable sharing your innermost feelings and thoughts without feeling judged. Would you like High-Quality and Experienced Counseling or Psychotherapy at a reasonable cost? What I want from you is a commitment to do the work, so that you can allow changes to happen in your life.
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Inner Freedom
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MSS, LMFT
Verified Verified
West Los Angeles, CA 90025 (Online Only)
Uncertainty seems to be the new normal. You have managed through lockdown, mask confusion and mixed messages. You’re stressed about how long this will go on and what to expect next. Reclaim your personal. Learn to reduce stress and improve self care. I help adults transform their lives by identifying and making Self honoring choices. Learn to unhook from problems and tune into your innate, creative, grounded sense of wellbeing. Regardless of what's going on around you. I work with adults using a unique combination of inner process work and communication skills practice as needed to help you create the quality of life you want.
Uncertainty seems to be the new normal. You have managed through lockdown, mask confusion and mixed messages. You’re stressed about how long this will go on and what to expect next. Reclaim your personal. Learn to reduce stress and improve self care. I help adults transform their lives by identifying and making Self honoring choices. Learn to unhook from problems and tune into your innate, creative, grounded sense of wellbeing. Regardless of what's going on around you. I work with adults using a unique combination of inner process work and communication skills practice as needed to help you create the quality of life you want.
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We are a group practice Network offering video and in person app Our vision is to connect you to a network of some of the most talented, highly qualified and compassionate professionals in the mental health field, each with a broad range of skills and unique personal style. Our therapists and psychiatrists are uniquely equipped to work with individuals, children, adolescents, couples and families. They will help you access the keys to your emotional/psychological healing, wholeness and sense of well being. Once you are connected with a therapist, all communication with them will be handled via their individual voice-mail or email.
We are a group practice Network offering video and in person app Our vision is to connect you to a network of some of the most talented, highly qualified and compassionate professionals in the mental health field, each with a broad range of skills and unique personal style. Our therapists and psychiatrists are uniquely equipped to work with individuals, children, adolescents, couples and families. They will help you access the keys to your emotional/psychological healing, wholeness and sense of well being. Once you are connected with a therapist, all communication with them will be handled via their individual voice-mail or email.
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Gottman Method Therapists
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 analyzed 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 randomized 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.