Gottman Method Therapists in Winter Park, FL
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I work with individuals that have trauma, addiction. I am also a couple’s specialist. Whether you are in a relationship or searching for your unique partner, I can help you build a loving connection for a lifetime. I use therapy practices such as the Gottman method, emotional focused technique, cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, and inner child therapy. With understanding, empathy and compassion, I can assist you with the skills of communication, which will strengthen your relationship with yourself and others. Contact me for a free 15 minute consultation. I look forward to meeting you.
I work with individuals that have trauma, addiction. I am also a couple’s specialist. Whether you are in a relationship or searching for your unique partner, I can help you build a loving connection for a lifetime. I use therapy practices such as the Gottman method, emotional focused technique, cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, and inner child therapy. With understanding, empathy and compassion, I can assist you with the skills of communication, which will strengthen your relationship with yourself and others. Contact me for a free 15 minute consultation. I look forward to meeting you.
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Connected Counseling Orlando
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, RPT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Winter Park, FL 32789
I am trained in Healing Our Core Issues (HOCI), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Play Therapy, Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI), Gottman Method, and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy.
I believe that we can only be seen and healed within the context of relationships. My passion is to serve my clients by providing them with the tools and resources needed to live an abundant life and maintain healthy relationships. Marriage, parenting, blended families, adoption, relationship issues, self-esteem, anxiety, and stress can become challenging. My job as your therapist is to guide and support you on your healing journey towards living an abundant life.
I am trained in Healing Our Core Issues (HOCI), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Play Therapy, Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI), Gottman Method, and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy.
I believe that we can only be seen and healed within the context of relationships. My passion is to serve my clients by providing them with the tools and resources needed to live an abundant life and maintain healthy relationships. Marriage, parenting, blended families, adoption, relationship issues, self-esteem, anxiety, and stress can become challenging. My job as your therapist is to guide and support you on your healing journey towards living an abundant life.
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I participate in Certification Consultation Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy to provide relationship, family, and conjoint counseling.
Communication can be a struggle for some. If your current way of communicating isn’t working for you or your relationship, and you’re ready to do the work, I can help. I’m passionate about helping others recognize and remove barriers to communication and learn healthier ways of understanding and interacting with others. Let me help with the skills you weren’t taught or with ways you learned that no longer serve you. It is time to rewrite the narrative, to be better for yourself and the people who love you. If you need a little help or little extra effort to get there, contact me and let’s get started. You win and so do they.
I participate in Certification Consultation Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy to provide relationship, family, and conjoint counseling.
Communication can be a struggle for some. If your current way of communicating isn’t working for you or your relationship, and you’re ready to do the work, I can help. I’m passionate about helping others recognize and remove barriers to communication and learn healthier ways of understanding and interacting with others. Let me help with the skills you weren’t taught or with ways you learned that no longer serve you. It is time to rewrite the narrative, to be better for yourself and the people who love you. If you need a little help or little extra effort to get there, contact me and let’s get started. You win and so do they.
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Jorge Alberto Valladares
Counselor, MA, MS, NCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Winter Park, FL 32789
I am trained in EMDR therapy and I work from a variety of approaches including CBT, DBT, ACT, and Gottman Method.
Whether you are new to counseling or have previous experiences as a client in psychotherapy, I am glad you have found your way here. I work with adults in individual counseling on issues related to anger, anxiety, depression, and the effects of adverse childhood experiences - issues that can affect our relationships with ourselves, our friends, partners, spouses, and families. I also work with clients in relationship counseling to enhance communication, commitment, and connection, and to help navigate difficult relationship issues such as recovery from infidelity, intimacy and connection, and collaboration in daily life.
I am trained in EMDR therapy and I work from a variety of approaches including CBT, DBT, ACT, and Gottman Method.
Whether you are new to counseling or have previous experiences as a client in psychotherapy, I am glad you have found your way here. I work with adults in individual counseling on issues related to anger, anxiety, depression, and the effects of adverse childhood experiences - issues that can affect our relationships with ourselves, our friends, partners, spouses, and families. I also work with clients in relationship counseling to enhance communication, commitment, and connection, and to help navigate difficult relationship issues such as recovery from infidelity, intimacy and connection, and collaboration in daily life.
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Kelly Marcy Passion & Purpose Meet Personal Power
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Winter Park, FL 32792 (Online Only)
I'm not your typical therapist. I do very, very advanced work. I'm Kelly, and I'm a certified Infinite Possibilities facilitator and Breathwork practitioner. I work with clients ready to let go of all limitations and enter endless possibilities of growth and expansion. In sessions with me, we don't give time or energy to the negative. We focus solely on solutions and forward momentum. I work with clients who are excited about homework between sessions and keeping the momentum flowing.
I'm not your typical therapist. I do very, very advanced work. I'm Kelly, and I'm a certified Infinite Possibilities facilitator and Breathwork practitioner. I work with clients ready to let go of all limitations and enter endless possibilities of growth and expansion. In sessions with me, we don't give time or energy to the negative. We focus solely on solutions and forward momentum. I work with clients who are excited about homework between sessions and keeping the momentum flowing.
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Hi, I'm Alexandria. I own Mindful Perceptions and have recently added a new clinician to my practice, Maya. Life is often fast-paced and overwhelming; going to to therapy shouldn't cause you more distress. We recognize that you are an individual and tailor therapeutic process to your personality and needs. We will do our best to meet you where you are, help you gain insight into past experiences, and gently challenge you to reach your goals.
Hi, I'm Alexandria. I own Mindful Perceptions and have recently added a new clinician to my practice, Maya. Life is often fast-paced and overwhelming; going to to therapy shouldn't cause you more distress. We recognize that you are an individual and tailor therapeutic process to your personality and needs. We will do our best to meet you where you are, help you gain insight into past experiences, and gently challenge you to reach your goals.
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Jenny Janes Bailey
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Winter Park, FL 32789 (Online Only)
Jenny is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Veteran, who believes that therapy is an experience of exploration that acts as a bridge between the known and unknown. She works with adult individuals and couples to create familiarity and comfort in the spaces where confusion and discomfort currently reside. By exploring what each client has, is, and wants to experience in their lives, an understanding and acceptance of self and others paves the path for meaningful and lasting change. Jenny weaves a variety of therapeutic approaches throughout her individually tailored work with clients.
Jenny is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Veteran, who believes that therapy is an experience of exploration that acts as a bridge between the known and unknown. She works with adult individuals and couples to create familiarity and comfort in the spaces where confusion and discomfort currently reside. By exploring what each client has, is, and wants to experience in their lives, an understanding and acceptance of self and others paves the path for meaningful and lasting change. Jenny weaves a variety of therapeutic approaches throughout her individually tailored work with clients.
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Cherlette McCullough
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Winter Park, FL 32789
Are you feeling emotional and need help making better choices for your life? As an experienced Counselor, I can assist you in moving forward so you can feel better about your choices, yourself, your relationship and your life. I am totally committed to working with you in finding solutions, experiencing insight and making changes in any aspect of life. I help Couples (including same sex), Women and Blended/Adoptive families, and Pre Weight loss surgery patients. (Relationship Counseling)
Are you feeling emotional and need help making better choices for your life? As an experienced Counselor, I can assist you in moving forward so you can feel better about your choices, yourself, your relationship and your life. I am totally committed to working with you in finding solutions, experiencing insight and making changes in any aspect of life. I help Couples (including same sex), Women and Blended/Adoptive families, and Pre Weight loss surgery patients. (Relationship Counseling)
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Has your spark gone out? Lots of things can make it dim or go out. Lets work together to get your spark burning again! Is it anxiety or a heart attack? You can’t tell. The heart palpitations, shallow breathing, and foggy head scare you. You feel out of control. The racing thoughts are driving you crazy. All you can think of is worst case scenario. You feel paralyzed. Can’t sleep. Can’t function. Even when there’s nothing to be anxious about, you are anxious about getting anxious. Anxiety controls you. You’ve tried to stop it. That did not work. It just keeps getting worse. HELP! Can you ever get a break?
Has your spark gone out? Lots of things can make it dim or go out. Lets work together to get your spark burning again! Is it anxiety or a heart attack? You can’t tell. The heart palpitations, shallow breathing, and foggy head scare you. You feel out of control. The racing thoughts are driving you crazy. All you can think of is worst case scenario. You feel paralyzed. Can’t sleep. Can’t function. Even when there’s nothing to be anxious about, you are anxious about getting anxious. Anxiety controls you. You’ve tried to stop it. That did not work. It just keeps getting worse. HELP! Can you ever get a break?
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Abbe Barclay
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSW, LMFT, CSAT, CPTT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Winter Park, FL 32789
Welcome. I specialize in working with sexual addiction, betrayal trauma, and rebuilding your couple-ship following a betrayal. Although I hold a specialty in treating sexual addiction, I treat general marital, and individual issues regularly. Have you kept sexual secrets from someone you love, or has someone you love betrayed you?. I work with infidelity, communication problems, conflict resolution, divorce, codependency, depression, anxiety,& very importantly, healing trauma. In working through any life challenge,it can be hard. I offer a safe,nuturing place to guide you on your healing journey.. CPTT and CSAT credentials.
Welcome. I specialize in working with sexual addiction, betrayal trauma, and rebuilding your couple-ship following a betrayal. Although I hold a specialty in treating sexual addiction, I treat general marital, and individual issues regularly. Have you kept sexual secrets from someone you love, or has someone you love betrayed you?. I work with infidelity, communication problems, conflict resolution, divorce, codependency, depression, anxiety,& very importantly, healing trauma. In working through any life challenge,it can be hard. I offer a safe,nuturing place to guide you on your healing journey.. CPTT and CSAT credentials.
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Dr. Cade J Resnick
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Winter Park, FL 32792
The journey of life can be difficult at times. You need a team to help you move through the forest to find the happier, healthier you. As your therapist I am part of your team, walking with you through this difficult time; to help you understand what is going on and empowering you through your struggles to a more positive solution. Balancing relationships and work can be stressful. Being overwhelmed may darken the world we live in and cause mental stress we are not even aware of. Balancing the feeling of being overwhelmed is not what you should be feeling in the world around you. Our goal is to empower you to find a way to heal.
The journey of life can be difficult at times. You need a team to help you move through the forest to find the happier, healthier you. As your therapist I am part of your team, walking with you through this difficult time; to help you understand what is going on and empowering you through your struggles to a more positive solution. Balancing relationships and work can be stressful. Being overwhelmed may darken the world we live in and cause mental stress we are not even aware of. Balancing the feeling of being overwhelmed is not what you should be feeling in the world around you. Our goal is to empower you to find a way to heal.
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Tara Romanowski
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, RMHCI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Winter Park, FL 32789
With the start of a brand new year, many people begin to process and reflect on the past year(s) and prepare for a new one, thinking about the goals they want to set and how they want to be better. It is possible to not even know where to begin and to feel lost or hopeless in the process. We are all struggling, but we don't have to continue tolerating the struggle, and we certainly don't have to do it alone. Therapy can provide a wonderful and safe outlet to explore and process new thoughts and emotions and start making positive changes toward a better future.
With the start of a brand new year, many people begin to process and reflect on the past year(s) and prepare for a new one, thinking about the goals they want to set and how they want to be better. It is possible to not even know where to begin and to feel lost or hopeless in the process. We are all struggling, but we don't have to continue tolerating the struggle, and we certainly don't have to do it alone. Therapy can provide a wonderful and safe outlet to explore and process new thoughts and emotions and start making positive changes toward a better future.
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Jennifer Baker
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Winter Park, FL 32789
Perhaps you struggle with anxiety, depression or the impact of trauma. For couples, communication struggles and conflicts can strain the relationship leading to feeling unheard, misunderstood, resentful or disconnected. Maybe you are having difficulty adjusting to life changes or you feel stressed, overwhelmed, or stuck. Maybe the demands of work, parenting, school, relationships or family cause stress, self-doubt, or feeling never good enough. Understanding and honoring yourself, your emotions and your needs is essential. Let's work together to empower you to create stronger, more secure connections with yourself and others.
Perhaps you struggle with anxiety, depression or the impact of trauma. For couples, communication struggles and conflicts can strain the relationship leading to feeling unheard, misunderstood, resentful or disconnected. Maybe you are having difficulty adjusting to life changes or you feel stressed, overwhelmed, or stuck. Maybe the demands of work, parenting, school, relationships or family cause stress, self-doubt, or feeling never good enough. Understanding and honoring yourself, your emotions and your needs is essential. Let's work together to empower you to create stronger, more secure connections with yourself and others.
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I love working with individuals from different backgrounds, culture, ethnicity, age groups, faith, etc. I am passionate about inclusiveness and diversity. If you are looking for non-judgmental, safe place where you can share, connect, and heal you came to the right place.
I love working with individuals from different backgrounds, culture, ethnicity, age groups, faith, etc. I am passionate about inclusiveness and diversity. If you are looking for non-judgmental, safe place where you can share, connect, and heal you came to the right place.
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Let's face it: life is tough. If you are struggling with anxiety, feelings of hopelessness, or a lack of direction, there isn't anything wrong with you - that means you are a human. The good news is that you already have it in yourself to overcome these challenges. Working with several approaches, I help clients with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and relational issues. I see clients from children through adults of all ages.
Let's face it: life is tough. If you are struggling with anxiety, feelings of hopelessness, or a lack of direction, there isn't anything wrong with you - that means you are a human. The good news is that you already have it in yourself to overcome these challenges. Working with several approaches, I help clients with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and relational issues. I see clients from children through adults of all ages.
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I would like to help you make the changes that will improve your life. Take that first step and start on your journey towards positive change. As my client you will be offered a therapeutic relationship which will effectively guide you towards reaching your goals. You will be treated with respect, you will be listened to and you will not be judged. My 30 yrs. experience and continued commitment to provide the most effective treatments to my clients will assure your success. Take the first step and contact me. I work with Individuals, Couples and Families. I'm fluent in both English/Spanish.
I would like to help you make the changes that will improve your life. Take that first step and start on your journey towards positive change. As my client you will be offered a therapeutic relationship which will effectively guide you towards reaching your goals. You will be treated with respect, you will be listened to and you will not be judged. My 30 yrs. experience and continued commitment to provide the most effective treatments to my clients will assure your success. Take the first step and contact me. I work with Individuals, Couples and Families. I'm fluent in both English/Spanish.
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Life just isn't feeling quite right sometimes. Maybe your mind is racing and worrying all the time and it won't shut up for just one second. You're feeling exhausted, stressed, perhaps even lonely. It seems like everyone else has it figured out. Sure, you can keep a brave face and get through the day, but it doesn't feel like living, just existing. You don't want to be this way 10 years from now still wondering when things will be different.
Life just isn't feeling quite right sometimes. Maybe your mind is racing and worrying all the time and it won't shut up for just one second. You're feeling exhausted, stressed, perhaps even lonely. It seems like everyone else has it figured out. Sure, you can keep a brave face and get through the day, but it doesn't feel like living, just existing. You don't want to be this way 10 years from now still wondering when things will be different.
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Christine is a leading mental health influencer, author, and guest speaker. As an author of the award-winning “The Exhausted Woman’s Handbook,” and more than 500 articles, Christine has more than one million people downloading her podcast “Understanding Today’s Narcissist,” and more than 400,000 views on YouTube. Christine is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Qualified Supervisor by the State of Florida, a National Certified Counselor, Certified Family Trauma Professional, with extensive training in crisis intervention and peaceful resolution.
Christine is a leading mental health influencer, author, and guest speaker. As an author of the award-winning “The Exhausted Woman’s Handbook,” and more than 500 articles, Christine has more than one million people downloading her podcast “Understanding Today’s Narcissist,” and more than 400,000 views on YouTube. Christine is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Qualified Supervisor by the State of Florida, a National Certified Counselor, Certified Family Trauma Professional, with extensive training in crisis intervention and peaceful resolution.
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Morgan A. Rahimi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PHM-C, EMDR, QS
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Winter Park, FL 32792
Are days bringing you more than you can deal with? Life adjustments causing you to feel something is emotionally off or challenging? Let's work together at getting you to happy and healthy in as brief a time frame as possible. I will work collaboratively with you to develop an individual strategy that enables you to meet your specific goals and gain coping skills while getting you more in the moment and less in your head. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with more than 11 years of experience specializing in mental wellness, perinatal struggles, couples, parenting, trauma and addictions.
Are days bringing you more than you can deal with? Life adjustments causing you to feel something is emotionally off or challenging? Let's work together at getting you to happy and healthy in as brief a time frame as possible. I will work collaboratively with you to develop an individual strategy that enables you to meet your specific goals and gain coping skills while getting you more in the moment and less in your head. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with more than 11 years of experience specializing in mental wellness, perinatal struggles, couples, parenting, trauma and addictions.
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I believe that all clients have the ability to live the life they want. Often we live life by "rules" that we needed while growing up. Things that were helpful before may no longer serve us, and may even create a feeling of "stuck". Often we can feel isolated and alone in our struggle, convinced that we are the only ones who find life difficult to live sometimes. In my room (physical and virtual) we work together to discover your wants and needs, figure out new "rules", and get to the place that you feel most fulfilled. We collaborate on goals and formulate treatment plans unique to you.
I believe that all clients have the ability to live the life they want. Often we live life by "rules" that we needed while growing up. Things that were helpful before may no longer serve us, and may even create a feeling of "stuck". Often we can feel isolated and alone in our struggle, convinced that we are the only ones who find life difficult to live sometimes. In my room (physical and virtual) we work together to discover your wants and needs, figure out new "rules", and get to the place that you feel most fulfilled. We collaborate on goals and formulate treatment plans unique to you.
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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.