Gottman Method Therapists in Atlanta, GA
The majority of my work is done from a trauma-informed approach utilizing interventions from the Gottman method, emotionally-focused, and narrative therapy.
Are you struggling to get the relationships you want? Do you find yourself stuck in the same patterns, unable to find fulfillment, peace, and a sense of belonging? Whether you are in a relationship (dating, engaged, or married) or you are attempting to engage in a more meaningful way with yourself, family, or friends, my passion is helping you achieve these relational goals. I work with couples to help get you out of negative communication and conflict resolution cycles and into deeper knowledge of yourself and each other. I also work with individuals struggling with perfectionism, codependency, and complicated family dynamics.
The majority of my work is done from a trauma-informed approach utilizing interventions from the Gottman method, emotionally-focused, and narrative therapy.
Are you struggling to get the relationships you want? Do you find yourself stuck in the same patterns, unable to find fulfillment, peace, and a sense of belonging? Whether you are in a relationship (dating, engaged, or married) or you are attempting to engage in a more meaningful way with yourself, family, or friends, my passion is helping you achieve these relational goals. I work with couples to help get you out of negative communication and conflict resolution cycles and into deeper knowledge of yourself and each other. I also work with individuals struggling with perfectionism, codependency, and complicated family dynamics.
To help empower and support my clients, I use a mix of therapy models including Emotionally Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and the Gottman Method.
Relationships are core to who we are as human beings, yet, so many of us struggle to have secure, healthy relationships with ourselves or others. My work focuses on helping people explore and strengthen these relationships which includes topics such as self-esteem/self-worth, pregnancy/postpartum, motherhood, dating and marriage concerns, spiritual issues, grief and loss, and life stage transitions.
To help empower and support my clients, I use a mix of therapy models including Emotionally Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and the Gottman Method.
Relationships are core to who we are as human beings, yet, so many of us struggle to have secure, healthy relationships with ourselves or others. My work focuses on helping people explore and strengthen these relationships which includes topics such as self-esteem/self-worth, pregnancy/postpartum, motherhood, dating and marriage concerns, spiritual issues, grief and loss, and life stage transitions.
David Blanchard
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30307
I have been trained in the most researched forms of couples therapy that have proven outcomes; I completed all three levels of Gottman Method Couples therapy, as well as level 1 of TEAM-CBT, Certified Prepare and Enrich Facilitator and Emotionally Focused Therapy, and the CBCT (Cognitively-Based Compassion Training) approach.
Most couples who consider therapy feel stuck in a destructive cycle that becomes exhausting, isolating, and lonely. We all feel lost at times and do not know how to stop hurting. We all share a common experience at some point in our lives: when our relationships become brittle. Thankfully, we now live in a time where there is an answer based on solid research-based approaches. You don’t have to keep guessing how to make it better.
I have been trained in the most researched forms of couples therapy that have proven outcomes; I completed all three levels of Gottman Method Couples therapy, as well as level 1 of TEAM-CBT, Certified Prepare and Enrich Facilitator and Emotionally Focused Therapy, and the CBCT (Cognitively-Based Compassion Training) approach.
Most couples who consider therapy feel stuck in a destructive cycle that becomes exhausting, isolating, and lonely. We all feel lost at times and do not know how to stop hurting. We all share a common experience at some point in our lives: when our relationships become brittle. Thankfully, we now live in a time where there is an answer based on solid research-based approaches. You don’t have to keep guessing how to make it better.
I use a strengths-based, positive approach and lean on Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Theory, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, and other modalities to support you in deeper exploration.
Beginning therapy can be overwhelming and I aim to make the process feel authentic and comfortable. I welcome adult and adolescent clients, their families and significant others who are motivated to learn about themselves, improve their relationships and transform their lives. I am fat-positive and use a Health At Every Size (HAES) approach, am welcoming to all gender and sexual identities, races, religions, and cultural backgrounds and am an ally to the LGBTQIA+ community. I work with clients going through a wide range of difficulties including addiction, grief/loss, eating disorders, negative body image and relationship problems.
I use a strengths-based, positive approach and lean on Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Theory, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, and other modalities to support you in deeper exploration.
Beginning therapy can be overwhelming and I aim to make the process feel authentic and comfortable. I welcome adult and adolescent clients, their families and significant others who are motivated to learn about themselves, improve their relationships and transform their lives. I am fat-positive and use a Health At Every Size (HAES) approach, am welcoming to all gender and sexual identities, races, religions, and cultural backgrounds and am an ally to the LGBTQIA+ community. I work with clients going through a wide range of difficulties including addiction, grief/loss, eating disorders, negative body image and relationship problems.
Arial Neville
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30309 (Online Only)
I support clients through a trauma-informed and cultural awareness lens and implement therapy approaches such as Narrative Therapy, Gottman Method, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, CBT, and more.
Hey! I would like to commend you on taking the first steps to a better and healthier you. Life can throw curve balls, devastations, and traumas your way, and my goal is to support you as you navigate those hard times, in order to enjoy more good times! As a Marriage and Family Therapist Intern, I empathize, educate, encourage and empower individuals, couples, and families to discover the root of their issues, to ensure healing takes place. My Bachelor's degree from Indiana University, my graduate training from Capella University, along with excellent clinical supervision, has prepared me to support clients with varying issues.
I support clients through a trauma-informed and cultural awareness lens and implement therapy approaches such as Narrative Therapy, Gottman Method, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, CBT, and more.
Hey! I would like to commend you on taking the first steps to a better and healthier you. Life can throw curve balls, devastations, and traumas your way, and my goal is to support you as you navigate those hard times, in order to enjoy more good times! As a Marriage and Family Therapist Intern, I empathize, educate, encourage and empower individuals, couples, and families to discover the root of their issues, to ensure healing takes place. My Bachelor's degree from Indiana University, my graduate training from Capella University, along with excellent clinical supervision, has prepared me to support clients with varying issues.
Jolia Alexander
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCATP, CCTP, C-DBT, CSTIP
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30306 (Online Only)
In my work with couples, my approach is informed by my training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy (Levels 1 & 2).
Are you questioning your self-worth? Feeling the need to perfect to live up to society's expectations? Difficulty resolving concerns within your relationship, including feeling connected emotionally & sexually after mistrust? Feeling shame for detouring from religious practices? Feeling that you have current or childhood trauma that you need to overcome? If any of these resonate with you, I am here to provide a safe, confidential space for you to learn empowering ways to have self-confidence, contentment, & bliss. Let's work together to start rewriting a new narrative.
In my work with couples, my approach is informed by my training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy (Levels 1 & 2).
Are you questioning your self-worth? Feeling the need to perfect to live up to society's expectations? Difficulty resolving concerns within your relationship, including feeling connected emotionally & sexually after mistrust? Feeling shame for detouring from religious practices? Feeling that you have current or childhood trauma that you need to overcome? If any of these resonate with you, I am here to provide a safe, confidential space for you to learn empowering ways to have self-confidence, contentment, & bliss. Let's work together to start rewriting a new narrative.
Monika A. Nowas-Rappard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30307
In couples therapy, I like to use Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
If you experience frequent obsessive-compulsive behaviors, anxiety, depressed feelings or you feel, you and your spouse are growing apart in your relationship, it can cause severe distress and disruption in daily life, affecting your well-being. Making choices and finding meaning in life may have become difficult. In my private practice, I focus on individual treatment and couples counseling. I like to offer a strength-based and person-centered approach. In a collaborative therapeutic relationship, we will work together for you to reach your goals for therapy and learn how to use your strengths towards healing and personal growth.
In couples therapy, I like to use Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
If you experience frequent obsessive-compulsive behaviors, anxiety, depressed feelings or you feel, you and your spouse are growing apart in your relationship, it can cause severe distress and disruption in daily life, affecting your well-being. Making choices and finding meaning in life may have become difficult. In my private practice, I focus on individual treatment and couples counseling. I like to offer a strength-based and person-centered approach. In a collaborative therapeutic relationship, we will work together for you to reach your goals for therapy and learn how to use your strengths towards healing and personal growth.
I have completed Level 1 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy and am largely informed by Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), an evidence-based treatment modality.
Emily Sands is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), who specializes in working with couples, teenagers, and individuals. I understand the importance of connection and acknowledge that change is the driving force of life. I use a strengths-based, interactive, and direct approach to support my clients in navigating life's transitions and strengthening their connections.
I have completed Level 1 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy and am largely informed by Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), an evidence-based treatment modality.
Emily Sands is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), who specializes in working with couples, teenagers, and individuals. I understand the importance of connection and acknowledge that change is the driving force of life. I use a strengths-based, interactive, and direct approach to support my clients in navigating life's transitions and strengthening their connections.
I am also trained in the Gottman Method (Level 2).
I’ve always been an "old soul” and felt drawn to finding deeper meaning in a chaotic world. I’m deeply interested in others’ stories and understanding how we grow, heal and thrive. I primarily work with individuals and couples who have experienced trauma, loss, anxiety, OCD, depression, relationship issues and career issues. I’ve often found myself in awe at how the human spirit can weather even the greatest of storms. When I’m not seeing clients, you’ll find me spending time with my family, playing tennis or golf and enjoying the outdoors.
I am also trained in the Gottman Method (Level 2).
I’ve always been an "old soul” and felt drawn to finding deeper meaning in a chaotic world. I’m deeply interested in others’ stories and understanding how we grow, heal and thrive. I primarily work with individuals and couples who have experienced trauma, loss, anxiety, OCD, depression, relationship issues and career issues. I’ve often found myself in awe at how the human spirit can weather even the greatest of storms. When I’m not seeing clients, you’ll find me spending time with my family, playing tennis or golf and enjoying the outdoors.
Kristena Martin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30309
My approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Gottman Method, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Family Systems.
I work with women and couples using a variety of approaches to address relational and personal concerns. My clients often seek couples or marriage counseling at a point where they believe their relationships are beyond repair. Communication has broken down, they lack trust, and intimacy no longer exists. Giving yourselves a chance to address this in therapy increases your chance of resolution. The goal of individual therapy to empower you to be your best self and find passion and joy in life. We’ll address everything you’re feeling, explore new options, and together develop a plan to help you reach your dreams and self-potential.
My approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Gottman Method, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Family Systems.
I work with women and couples using a variety of approaches to address relational and personal concerns. My clients often seek couples or marriage counseling at a point where they believe their relationships are beyond repair. Communication has broken down, they lack trust, and intimacy no longer exists. Giving yourselves a chance to address this in therapy increases your chance of resolution. The goal of individual therapy to empower you to be your best self and find passion and joy in life. We’ll address everything you’re feeling, explore new options, and together develop a plan to help you reach your dreams and self-potential.
Adrian Gaither
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30316 (Online Only)
Adrian Gaither, a licensed professional counselor in GA, trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused work, Mindfulness, and Gottman Method Level II. Specialized in managing depression, anxiety, and trauma reactive symptoms. Skilled in helping couples with conflict management and resolving communication issues. Main approach will be teaching skills and promoting lifestyle habits shown to reduce depressive, anxiety, and trauma symptoms. With couples, both partners are given tools to have important conversations differently to promote validation, intimacy, and calmness in the relationship.
Adrian Gaither, a licensed professional counselor in GA, trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused work, Mindfulness, and Gottman Method Level II. Specialized in managing depression, anxiety, and trauma reactive symptoms. Skilled in helping couples with conflict management and resolving communication issues. Main approach will be teaching skills and promoting lifestyle habits shown to reduce depressive, anxiety, and trauma symptoms. With couples, both partners are given tools to have important conversations differently to promote validation, intimacy, and calmness in the relationship.
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I use the Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy to teach couples how to create a healthy partnership.
Did you have a difficult childhood and are now afraid of repeating the same dysfunctional patterns in your own relationship? Are you afraid of intimacy and scared that your partner will reject or abandon you? Do you fear they won't "get" you? Maybe you have a hard time understanding yourself and knowing why you treat your partner the way you do. If you did not have the best childhood growing up, then chances are, you do not have a good model of what a healthy, life-long relationship or marriage looks like. Your parents did their best, but they struggled with their own issues and did not know how to have a healthy partnership.
I use the Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy to teach couples how to create a healthy partnership.
Did you have a difficult childhood and are now afraid of repeating the same dysfunctional patterns in your own relationship? Are you afraid of intimacy and scared that your partner will reject or abandon you? Do you fear they won't "get" you? Maybe you have a hard time understanding yourself and knowing why you treat your partner the way you do. If you did not have the best childhood growing up, then chances are, you do not have a good model of what a healthy, life-long relationship or marriage looks like. Your parents did their best, but they struggled with their own issues and did not know how to have a healthy partnership.
Key Counseling Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30307
Using approaches like the Gottman Method, Internal Family Systems, Emotion Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and EMDR, our therapists aim to help uncover patterns, current or chronic stressors, and tools to target and ease pain points.
Are life stressors causing a strain? Ever feel like you just can’t get it right no matter how hard you try, or feel like you’re falling into a comparison trap? Everyone has periods when they may benefit from professional support. Please consider allowing us to help you move from pain to peace. Key Counseling Group is a private practice specializing in stepfamily, stepparent, and career coaching as well as psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, substance abuse, grief, relationship stressors, parenting support, trauma, eating disorders, and more. We work with couples, individuals, children, teens, and families.
Using approaches like the Gottman Method, Internal Family Systems, Emotion Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and EMDR, our therapists aim to help uncover patterns, current or chronic stressors, and tools to target and ease pain points.
Are life stressors causing a strain? Ever feel like you just can’t get it right no matter how hard you try, or feel like you’re falling into a comparison trap? Everyone has periods when they may benefit from professional support. Please consider allowing us to help you move from pain to peace. Key Counseling Group is a private practice specializing in stepfamily, stepparent, and career coaching as well as psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, substance abuse, grief, relationship stressors, parenting support, trauma, eating disorders, and more. We work with couples, individuals, children, teens, and families.
Sandra A. Pascual
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CPCS, LMHC, CST
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30339 (Online Only)
I integrate Gottman method for couple’s therapy, cognitive behavioral, rational emotive, dialectical and mindfulness approaches.
I am a bilingual (English-Spanish) Professional Counselor, licensed in the states of Georgia and Florida and a Certified Sex Therapist. I work primarily with individuals and couples. My approach emphasizes personal responsibility for one's desires and well-being. As a sex therapist, I possess expertise in addressing a wide range of sexual issues that profoundly affect individuals and their relationships. My goal is to empower couples to create a fulfilling sex life that aligns with their desires and with the model of "Good Enough Sex", fostering a sense of intimacy and satisfaction throughout different stages in life.
I integrate Gottman method for couple’s therapy, cognitive behavioral, rational emotive, dialectical and mindfulness approaches.
I am a bilingual (English-Spanish) Professional Counselor, licensed in the states of Georgia and Florida and a Certified Sex Therapist. I work primarily with individuals and couples. My approach emphasizes personal responsibility for one's desires and well-being. As a sex therapist, I possess expertise in addressing a wide range of sexual issues that profoundly affect individuals and their relationships. My goal is to empower couples to create a fulfilling sex life that aligns with their desires and with the model of "Good Enough Sex", fostering a sense of intimacy and satisfaction throughout different stages in life.
Hi there, I’m Dr. Kwame! My name is Dr. Kwame Frimpong, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Atlanta, Georgia, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with Couples and those who are dating and specialize porn addiction, infidelity, building trust, intimacy, communication, and conflict resolution, using Prepare-enriched, Gottman method and symbols for relationship enrichments, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and EMDR to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
Hi there, I’m Dr. Kwame! My name is Dr. Kwame Frimpong, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Atlanta, Georgia, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with Couples and those who are dating and specialize porn addiction, infidelity, building trust, intimacy, communication, and conflict resolution, using Prepare-enriched, Gottman method and symbols for relationship enrichments, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and EMDR to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
Christina Gentry
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30326 (Online Only)
I have level-3 training in the Gottman Method for couples.
Common couple issues include conflict, marital stress, gridlocked issues, and waning friendship and intimacy. Couple goals include strengthening friendship, increasing positive sentiment, learning how to communicate needs and problems effectively, effectively managing conflict, and developing mutual understanding between partners. Common individual issues include anxiety, trauma history, relationship distress, poor boundaries, low self-esteem, and Christian-related concerns. Common individual goals include reducing anxiety, depression, stress, and negative thoughts, increasing spiritual practices, and forming healthy boundaries.
I have level-3 training in the Gottman Method for couples.
Common couple issues include conflict, marital stress, gridlocked issues, and waning friendship and intimacy. Couple goals include strengthening friendship, increasing positive sentiment, learning how to communicate needs and problems effectively, effectively managing conflict, and developing mutual understanding between partners. Common individual issues include anxiety, trauma history, relationship distress, poor boundaries, low self-esteem, and Christian-related concerns. Common individual goals include reducing anxiety, depression, stress, and negative thoughts, increasing spiritual practices, and forming healthy boundaries.
I also have additional training with the Gottman Method, Tara Brach PhD and Brene Brown Phd.
Choosing to engage in a therapeutic relationship will help to enhance understanding of self, others and your environment. I believe that everyone possesses the ability and knowledge to create a fulfilling and peaceful life. Sometimes people need a safe place and a non-judgmental guide to help them understand their thoughts and feelings so they can heal and move forward in life. I work best with clients that are collaborative and engaged in the process of understanding and healing.
I also have additional training with the Gottman Method, Tara Brach PhD and Brene Brown Phd.
Choosing to engage in a therapeutic relationship will help to enhance understanding of self, others and your environment. I believe that everyone possesses the ability and knowledge to create a fulfilling and peaceful life. Sometimes people need a safe place and a non-judgmental guide to help them understand their thoughts and feelings so they can heal and move forward in life. I work best with clients that are collaborative and engaged in the process of understanding and healing.
Cathy Mairin (Formerly Marakovits)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30339
My approach to couples therapy is integrated, having trained in Imago therapy, the Gottman method, Emotionally Focused Couples therapy, Ellyn Bader's Developmental Model, amongst others.
I’ve had the privilege of assisting numerous couples find their way back to connected fulfilling relationships. Whether you are seeking to heal from the trauma of infidelity, eliminate painful patterns of communication, gain greater understanding of one another, be a better team, or light the spark between you again, I’d welcome the opportunity to provide a path to healing and reconnection. I will hold the hope for you as you learn new tools and understanding until you can hold the torch yourselves. I also work with individuals seeking to improve their mental health, relationships, overall sense of wellbeing, and meaning in life.
My approach to couples therapy is integrated, having trained in Imago therapy, the Gottman method, Emotionally Focused Couples therapy, Ellyn Bader's Developmental Model, amongst others.
I’ve had the privilege of assisting numerous couples find their way back to connected fulfilling relationships. Whether you are seeking to heal from the trauma of infidelity, eliminate painful patterns of communication, gain greater understanding of one another, be a better team, or light the spark between you again, I’d welcome the opportunity to provide a path to healing and reconnection. I will hold the hope for you as you learn new tools and understanding until you can hold the torch yourselves. I also work with individuals seeking to improve their mental health, relationships, overall sense of wellbeing, and meaning in life.
Tina Wehner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MTSC, LCMHCS, CSAT-S, CHFP
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30303
I currently hold the following Certifications - CSAT-S, CPTT-S, CCBRT (candidate), CHFP, and I am also trained in all levels of Gottman Method Couples Therapy, EMDR with FSAP, ERCEM, and skilled in 12-step therapy.
Are you interested in accelerating your treatment? I specialize and exclusively offer 3 Day Intensive Therapy in my practice. If you are interested in achieving 6 months of therapy in 3 Days and have a desire and willingness to dig deep, roll up your sleeves and work on your issues then our practice might be a good option for you. Hope & Freedom specializes in treating sexual addiction recovery therapy, betrayal trauma treatment for betrayed partners, and provides top quality couples recovery treatment for couples hoping to restore after betrayal. Our website has lots of helpful information and an application for consideration.
I currently hold the following Certifications - CSAT-S, CPTT-S, CCBRT (candidate), CHFP, and I am also trained in all levels of Gottman Method Couples Therapy, EMDR with FSAP, ERCEM, and skilled in 12-step therapy.
Are you interested in accelerating your treatment? I specialize and exclusively offer 3 Day Intensive Therapy in my practice. If you are interested in achieving 6 months of therapy in 3 Days and have a desire and willingness to dig deep, roll up your sleeves and work on your issues then our practice might be a good option for you. Hope & Freedom specializes in treating sexual addiction recovery therapy, betrayal trauma treatment for betrayed partners, and provides top quality couples recovery treatment for couples hoping to restore after betrayal. Our website has lots of helpful information and an application for consideration.
Symphony Haynes-Adams
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30342 (Online Only)
Licensed Psychotherapist and Certified Life Coach with more than 20 years of experience providing individual, couples and family counseling. My approach to therapy is personal, collaborative and relational. While I integrate various treatment approaches into my work, my primary therapeutic modalities include: Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Gottman Method.
Licensed Psychotherapist and Certified Life Coach with more than 20 years of experience providing individual, couples and family counseling. My approach to therapy is personal, collaborative and relational. While I integrate various treatment approaches into my work, my primary therapeutic modalities include: Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Gottman Method.
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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.