Gottman Method Therapists in Chanhassen, MN
I am an experienced Gottman Method Couples Therapist.
I believe that the key to a successful therapeutic experience is the strength and quality of the relationship between the client and the therapist. Building trust and rapport is where we start. My experience as a psychotherapist has affirmed my belief that each of us has a great capacity to change and grow. I specialize in working with clients to process emotional pain that has resulted from different stressors that occur through the life cycle. Developing one's emotional awareness can result in more intimate, loving relationships.
I am an experienced Gottman Method Couples Therapist.
I believe that the key to a successful therapeutic experience is the strength and quality of the relationship between the client and the therapist. Building trust and rapport is where we start. My experience as a psychotherapist has affirmed my belief that each of us has a great capacity to change and grow. I specialize in working with clients to process emotional pain that has resulted from different stressors that occur through the life cycle. Developing one's emotional awareness can result in more intimate, loving relationships.
Clients come to Mosaic Psychological Assessment, to find answers to a broad range of questions, such as what diagnosis makes sense for them (e.g., ADHD, Depression, etc.) to questions about what is making them feel stuck in their forward progress in life, in therapy, in relationships, at work, or in school. What does the mosaic of your life look like? What are each of the small tiles that add up to the picture of who you are now? What would you like to change?
Clients come to Mosaic Psychological Assessment, to find answers to a broad range of questions, such as what diagnosis makes sense for them (e.g., ADHD, Depression, etc.) to questions about what is making them feel stuck in their forward progress in life, in therapy, in relationships, at work, or in school. What does the mosaic of your life look like? What are each of the small tiles that add up to the picture of who you are now? What would you like to change?
Open to new clients! Welcome! Everyone is deserving of a space where they can be vulnerable, learn more about themselves, and feel accepted. My goal is to meet you wherever you are in your journey and to create a safe, warm, and healing environment together. I honor the privilege of hearing your life story. Often it can be hard to find a place where you can be both heard and understood. I am committed to gaining a deep understanding of your pain to help you lead a fuller, richer life.
Open to new clients! Welcome! Everyone is deserving of a space where they can be vulnerable, learn more about themselves, and feel accepted. My goal is to meet you wherever you are in your journey and to create a safe, warm, and healing environment together. I honor the privilege of hearing your life story. Often it can be hard to find a place where you can be both heard and understood. I am committed to gaining a deep understanding of your pain to help you lead a fuller, richer life.
Accepting New Clients! Vulnerability is an act of bravery. But being brave isn’t easy when you do it alone. And it’s especially difficult when your brain is telling you that you aren’t good enough, worthy, or important. Maybe your mind has convinced you that if you wash your hands, google that medical condition for hours, or stop thinking that thought, the fears and anxiety will go away. Perhaps by changing the way you eat, you can “fix it.” For some, being who you are is challenging or even not allowed, because those around you do not understand or approve.
Accepting New Clients! Vulnerability is an act of bravery. But being brave isn’t easy when you do it alone. And it’s especially difficult when your brain is telling you that you aren’t good enough, worthy, or important. Maybe your mind has convinced you that if you wash your hands, google that medical condition for hours, or stop thinking that thought, the fears and anxiety will go away. Perhaps by changing the way you eat, you can “fix it.” For some, being who you are is challenging or even not allowed, because those around you do not understand or approve.
Open to new clients! Do you have a suspicion that life shouldn't be THIS hard? Wish you spent less time worrying about your body and your weight? New to parenting and wondering how you'll ever get back to feeling like a person instead of a blob of anxiety, rage, or boredom? If you are funny, fat, brash, bold, thoughtful, anxious, searching, or a little bit “different”, we’ll have a lot in common.
Open to new clients! Do you have a suspicion that life shouldn't be THIS hard? Wish you spent less time worrying about your body and your weight? New to parenting and wondering how you'll ever get back to feeling like a person instead of a blob of anxiety, rage, or boredom? If you are funny, fat, brash, bold, thoughtful, anxious, searching, or a little bit “different”, we’ll have a lot in common.
Elizabeth- Liz Ostroviak
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Chanhassen, MN 55317
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist (LMFT), who received my Master’s Degree in MFT from St. Cloud State University and has practiced for 15+ years. My clinical interests include anxiety, depression, life transitions, chronic pain support, stress management, couples counseling, Prepare/Enrich trained, Gottman focus, TFCBT and play therapy trained, trauma focused work, Veteran and family support, adherent DBT skills, grief/loss, relationship issues, grief/Loss, chemical dependency/CD support, and spiritual growth. I am passionate about faith based Christian counseling support and creating legacies of hope and healing.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist (LMFT), who received my Master’s Degree in MFT from St. Cloud State University and has practiced for 15+ years. My clinical interests include anxiety, depression, life transitions, chronic pain support, stress management, couples counseling, Prepare/Enrich trained, Gottman focus, TFCBT and play therapy trained, trauma focused work, Veteran and family support, adherent DBT skills, grief/loss, relationship issues, grief/Loss, chemical dependency/CD support, and spiritual growth. I am passionate about faith based Christian counseling support and creating legacies of hope and healing.
A client who comes to me with honesty, is willing to work towards their goals is an ideal client. Anxiety, trauma, depression and family problems are problems that I treat with skill and sensitivity. Parents who need help parenting, children who suffer from a trauma, teens who are depressed and stressed out, couples who can't figure out why they are fighting so much when they really love each other, wives who struggle with low self esteem, people of any age who are very lonely, all need someone to help them sort out their challenges. "We are all just trying to do life!" That often that means asking for help.
A client who comes to me with honesty, is willing to work towards their goals is an ideal client. Anxiety, trauma, depression and family problems are problems that I treat with skill and sensitivity. Parents who need help parenting, children who suffer from a trauma, teens who are depressed and stressed out, couples who can't figure out why they are fighting so much when they really love each other, wives who struggle with low self esteem, people of any age who are very lonely, all need someone to help them sort out their challenges. "We are all just trying to do life!" That often that means asking for help.
Victoria Mental Health Services, Ltd.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LICSW
Verified Verified
Chanhassen, MN 55317
I am a Master's Level Clinician with more than 20 years experience in Mental Health. I enjoy working with a variety of clients. I particularly enjoy providing services for: Children & Teens, Parenting Issues, Couples/Martial Therapy & processing trauma for clients. I am an EMDRIA certified clinician for Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (E.M.D.R.) I am also a Certified ART - Accelerated Resolution Therapy clinician. If you are wanting more information re: the types of services which I provide, feel free to view my website: www.victoriamentalhealth.com in the Twin Cities area. Thank you for learning more about my services.
I am a Master's Level Clinician with more than 20 years experience in Mental Health. I enjoy working with a variety of clients. I particularly enjoy providing services for: Children & Teens, Parenting Issues, Couples/Martial Therapy & processing trauma for clients. I am an EMDRIA certified clinician for Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (E.M.D.R.) I am also a Certified ART - Accelerated Resolution Therapy clinician. If you are wanting more information re: the types of services which I provide, feel free to view my website: www.victoriamentalhealth.com in the Twin Cities area. Thank you for learning more about my services.
Karen M. Kahler
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chanhassen, MN 55317
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist who utilizes empathy, kindness, active listening, respect and systemic approach with clients to build a trusting relationship. Within this relationship is where clients are able to find their center, rise to the challenges they are facing, work on and achieve their goals, and find a sense of balance. I believe we all need connection, compassion, and encouragement to grow. I offer both in person and virtual sessions. Let me know how I can be of support for you.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist who utilizes empathy, kindness, active listening, respect and systemic approach with clients to build a trusting relationship. Within this relationship is where clients are able to find their center, rise to the challenges they are facing, work on and achieve their goals, and find a sense of balance. I believe we all need connection, compassion, and encouragement to grow. I offer both in person and virtual sessions. Let me know how I can be of support for you.
Shelly Harvey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MBA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chanhassen, MN 55317
Waitlist for new clients
Congratulations on taking this first step towards improving your health and relationships. Are you feeling stuck, worried, disappointed, or a whole host of difficult emotions right now? I get it. As a working mom, wife, friend, dog lover and self-proclaimed artist, I often find myself overwhelmed with all that's going on around me. It's easy to let that feeling take away your joy and lose sight of what matters most in life. I believe all people just want to feel a sense of belonging and contributing. A true sense of self. I think this is achieved in community with others and I am here to help you get there.
Congratulations on taking this first step towards improving your health and relationships. Are you feeling stuck, worried, disappointed, or a whole host of difficult emotions right now? I get it. As a working mom, wife, friend, dog lover and self-proclaimed artist, I often find myself overwhelmed with all that's going on around me. It's easy to let that feeling take away your joy and lose sight of what matters most in life. I believe all people just want to feel a sense of belonging and contributing. A true sense of self. I think this is achieved in community with others and I am here to help you get there.
Life. It can be wonderful and it can be frustrating, discouraging, sometimes devastating. When things aren't going well, we need help. Maybe it is the stress of work or family. It could be deep discouragement about... life. Lose someone? Marriage limping along? kids seem distant? Feeling hopeless? I love helping people when life is difficult. I have hope for you, and can see the light at the end of the tunnel when you can't. I've seen dark days in my life. We'll work together, build a plan and carry it out to find a solution to a better life. There is a way out, you just need a guide.
Life. It can be wonderful and it can be frustrating, discouraging, sometimes devastating. When things aren't going well, we need help. Maybe it is the stress of work or family. It could be deep discouragement about... life. Lose someone? Marriage limping along? kids seem distant? Feeling hopeless? I love helping people when life is difficult. I have hope for you, and can see the light at the end of the tunnel when you can't. I've seen dark days in my life. We'll work together, build a plan and carry it out to find a solution to a better life. There is a way out, you just need a guide.
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Kim Pufahl
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified Verified
Chanhassen, MN 55317 (Online Only)
Relationships can be challenging and have many issues in families, young and old, couple relationships and marriages, new and longevity, and teenagers and parents or teenagers and peers. My passion is helping explore these relationships and how they affect our behaviors, thoughts, and feelings. You may feel stuck, unhappy, hurt, lost, or confused in your relationships or want more guidance on specific issues. We will explore together to understand and learn to love more of who you are and those relationships surrounding you.
Relationships can be challenging and have many issues in families, young and old, couple relationships and marriages, new and longevity, and teenagers and parents or teenagers and peers. My passion is helping explore these relationships and how they affect our behaviors, thoughts, and feelings. You may feel stuck, unhappy, hurt, lost, or confused in your relationships or want more guidance on specific issues. We will explore together to understand and learn to love more of who you are and those relationships surrounding you.
Rachel Moran
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chanhassen, MN 55317
Not accepting new clients
I have had the privilege and honor of working over 17 years in the mental health field treating individuals, couple's, and families. I utilize an integrative approach including techniques from CBT, solution-focused, systemic, and ACT. Treatment is collaborative and tailored to meet client's goals. My focus is on empowering clients in discovering their potential to work through life's challenges. When indicated, I offer specific strategies in response to clients' challenges and problems. I have extensive experience in working with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, life transitions, and parenting and family issues.
I have had the privilege and honor of working over 17 years in the mental health field treating individuals, couple's, and families. I utilize an integrative approach including techniques from CBT, solution-focused, systemic, and ACT. Treatment is collaborative and tailored to meet client's goals. My focus is on empowering clients in discovering their potential to work through life's challenges. When indicated, I offer specific strategies in response to clients' challenges and problems. I have extensive experience in working with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, life transitions, and parenting and family issues.
Laura Lehman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Chanhassen, MN 55317
Not accepting new clients
Please note I will not be taking new clients until December 2024. It takes courage to trust another person with your story and face yourself honestly. Maybe you are feeling unsatisfied in your relationships. Perhaps you are feeling flooded with past traumas. Or maybe you have difficulty setting boundaries or controlling your worry. Therapy can be a way to connect with our true selves so that we can show up authentically in the world and in relationships.
Please note I will not be taking new clients until December 2024. It takes courage to trust another person with your story and face yourself honestly. Maybe you are feeling unsatisfied in your relationships. Perhaps you are feeling flooded with past traumas. Or maybe you have difficulty setting boundaries or controlling your worry. Therapy can be a way to connect with our true selves so that we can show up authentically in the world and in relationships.
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I'm trained in the Gottman Method (level 3), Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (externship level) and IFS.
Clients who see me are frustrated with their marriage or committed partnership. They're arguing frequently and feel disconnected from their partner. They're tired of trying to get through to them and have often lost trust and faith in one another. I often see overwhelmed parents that can't find the time for each other anymore in my practice. We all want to feel heard and respected in our partnerships. Conflict is normal, but unhealthy patterns of fighting over the same thing over and over is not. I help couples figure out a better way to get through to one another. I help couples feel more connected and heard.
I'm trained in the Gottman Method (level 3), Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (externship level) and IFS.
Clients who see me are frustrated with their marriage or committed partnership. They're arguing frequently and feel disconnected from their partner. They're tired of trying to get through to them and have often lost trust and faith in one another. I often see overwhelmed parents that can't find the time for each other anymore in my practice. We all want to feel heard and respected in our partnerships. Conflict is normal, but unhealthy patterns of fighting over the same thing over and over is not. I help couples figure out a better way to get through to one another. I help couples feel more connected and heard.
True North Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LSSW, MSW, EMDR, IASIS
Verified Verified
Shakopee, MN 55379
I am trained in Gottman method (marriage), ACT (Acceptance-Commitment-Therapy), Yoga-Calm, and mindfulness.
True North is your orientating point. It is your point of discipline. Motivation will fail you every time. Find your discipline and you will find your freedom. I have 8+ years as a therapist specializing in adolescent health, parent coaching and trauma informed therapies for individuals, couples and families; speciality groups include veterans and first responders. Therapy & skills work are vital in both self regulation and self awareness, however holistic/integrative modalities can enhance a strong therapeutic framework. As such, I am also an IASIS provider (Microcurrent Neurofeedback), helpful in balancing your nervous system.
I am trained in Gottman method (marriage), ACT (Acceptance-Commitment-Therapy), Yoga-Calm, and mindfulness.
True North is your orientating point. It is your point of discipline. Motivation will fail you every time. Find your discipline and you will find your freedom. I have 8+ years as a therapist specializing in adolescent health, parent coaching and trauma informed therapies for individuals, couples and families; speciality groups include veterans and first responders. Therapy & skills work are vital in both self regulation and self awareness, however holistic/integrative modalities can enhance a strong therapeutic framework. As such, I am also an IASIS provider (Microcurrent Neurofeedback), helpful in balancing your nervous system.
Jeana Wescott
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Excelsior, MN 55331
I'm Level 3 trained in the Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Gottman Method to Treating Affairs, EFT Externship for Emotionally Focused Therapy, and EFIT for individual therapy.
I help couples find healing, repair past hurts, and learn to communicate and fight better. Connection and communication off? Recently discover your partner had an affair and now you're marriage is in crisis? Going through divorce and finding yourself single again? Like my clients, you deserve to be in a relationship you feel good about. I'm passionate about working with couples and individuals to help you understand your stuck cycles and teach you the skills to get the relationship you desire.
I'm Level 3 trained in the Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Gottman Method to Treating Affairs, EFT Externship for Emotionally Focused Therapy, and EFIT for individual therapy.
I help couples find healing, repair past hurts, and learn to communicate and fight better. Connection and communication off? Recently discover your partner had an affair and now you're marriage is in crisis? Going through divorce and finding yourself single again? Like my clients, you deserve to be in a relationship you feel good about. I'm passionate about working with couples and individuals to help you understand your stuck cycles and teach you the skills to get the relationship you desire.
I have been trained in the Gottman Method, level 3, as well as the Gottman Method for Treating Affairs and Betrayal and am a certified leader for The 7 Principles of Making a Marriage Work.
I offer a strength based, caring approach to creating change. I treat each person with respect and dignity. Decades of experience and intensive trainings ground my clinical work in evidenced based practices. I work with individuals, couples and families to identify core issues, negotiate conflicts, enhance coping skills and create behavior change. My work with couples and families encourages and teaches healthy communication skills and enhances attachment. I have Gottman Method and Emotionally Focussed Couples training. I work with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, effects of trauma and relationship issues.
I have been trained in the Gottman Method, level 3, as well as the Gottman Method for Treating Affairs and Betrayal and am a certified leader for The 7 Principles of Making a Marriage Work.
I offer a strength based, caring approach to creating change. I treat each person with respect and dignity. Decades of experience and intensive trainings ground my clinical work in evidenced based practices. I work with individuals, couples and families to identify core issues, negotiate conflicts, enhance coping skills and create behavior change. My work with couples and families encourages and teaches healthy communication skills and enhances attachment. I have Gottman Method and Emotionally Focussed Couples training. I work with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, effects of trauma and relationship issues.
Ben Snyder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSW, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Edina, MN 55343
I help couples using the Gottman method, a data-driven approach, to improve connection and conflict management.
Relationships require trust, communication, and profound awareness of each other’s worlds. I work with couples, including polyamorous, non-monogamous, kinky, etc, to build connection, trust, and intimacy in their relationships. I also help partners learn to manage relationship conflict more effectively. I help partners find ways to communicate about challenging and sensitive issues. This is important when partners struggle to connect around each other's unique sexual wants and needs. These conversations need an atmosphere of trust, acceptance, and non-judgment, as partners learn to validate and respond to each other's sexual selves.
I help couples using the Gottman method, a data-driven approach, to improve connection and conflict management.
Relationships require trust, communication, and profound awareness of each other’s worlds. I work with couples, including polyamorous, non-monogamous, kinky, etc, to build connection, trust, and intimacy in their relationships. I also help partners learn to manage relationship conflict more effectively. I help partners find ways to communicate about challenging and sensitive issues. This is important when partners struggle to connect around each other's unique sexual wants and needs. These conversations need an atmosphere of trust, acceptance, and non-judgment, as partners learn to validate and respond to each other's sexual selves.
In my work with couples, I use Gottman Method Couples Therapy (level three trained) and attachment-based interventions (EFT).
You are feeling alone and overwhelmed. You are anxious and the negative thoughts in your head are becoming louder and more difficult to control. Your sleep is poor and when you wake you feel tired already. You want help from a holistic perspective. I will teach you how to manage your mind and your nervous system so that you can function better during the day and sleep well at night. I will help you heal the root causes of your anxiety. Your relationships and your health will improve. A "fresh look" look at your difficulties might bring hope into a situation that you have considered to be hopeless.
In my work with couples, I use Gottman Method Couples Therapy (level three trained) and attachment-based interventions (EFT).
You are feeling alone and overwhelmed. You are anxious and the negative thoughts in your head are becoming louder and more difficult to control. Your sleep is poor and when you wake you feel tired already. You want help from a holistic perspective. I will teach you how to manage your mind and your nervous system so that you can function better during the day and sleep well at night. I will help you heal the root causes of your anxiety. Your relationships and your health will improve. A "fresh look" look at your difficulties might bring hope into a situation that you have considered to be hopeless.
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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.