Gottman Method Therapists in Elmhurst, NY
Everyone could benefit from speaking with a trained professional whether you need to check in with an objective sounding board, achieve personal growth or navigate challenges encountered within your life. Sometimes the thought of something can seem worse than the actual experience, or dwelling on situations intensifies feelings. I am a New York State Licensed Clinical Psychologist with expertise treating a range of mental health conditions across the lifespan while specializing in depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma and relationships using Cognitive Behavioral Therapies and the Gottman method for individual and couples therapy.
Everyone could benefit from speaking with a trained professional whether you need to check in with an objective sounding board, achieve personal growth or navigate challenges encountered within your life. Sometimes the thought of something can seem worse than the actual experience, or dwelling on situations intensifies feelings. I am a New York State Licensed Clinical Psychologist with expertise treating a range of mental health conditions across the lifespan while specializing in depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma and relationships using Cognitive Behavioral Therapies and the Gottman method for individual and couples therapy.
I helped people navigate a variety of topics, including anxiety, codependency, substance abuse, relational issues, ADHD, gender/identity exploration, and religious trauma, among others. My ideal client is ready to explore, ask questions, and get to the root of things. They want to improve their relationship with themselves and others. They are an active participant in the therapeutic process and are willing to work with me to explore solutions.
I helped people navigate a variety of topics, including anxiety, codependency, substance abuse, relational issues, ADHD, gender/identity exploration, and religious trauma, among others. My ideal client is ready to explore, ask questions, and get to the root of things. They want to improve their relationship with themselves and others. They are an active participant in the therapeutic process and are willing to work with me to explore solutions.
My ideal client would be willing to work with me systemically, meaning someone willing to look beyond themselves and think, “Why is this happening?” instead of just thinking they are the problem. For example, if someone is coming in to work on depression and anxiety, my ideal client would be willing to explore the underlying issues contributing to the depression and anxiety instead of someone who is only looking for coping skills and such.
My ideal client would be willing to work with me systemically, meaning someone willing to look beyond themselves and think, “Why is this happening?” instead of just thinking they are the problem. For example, if someone is coming in to work on depression and anxiety, my ideal client would be willing to explore the underlying issues contributing to the depression and anxiety instead of someone who is only looking for coping skills and such.
Are your relationships challenging, confusing, or conflictual? Do you struggle with a sense of unworthiness? Are you anxious and lost in the face of strong emotions and overwhelming thoughts? If so, you don’t have to struggle alone. I specialize in working with complex trauma, relationships, anxiety, and depression. I bring a centered and warm approach, collaborating with you to: a) understand how your history has shaped your present lives and relationships, and b) build a sense of safety inside of yourself that serves as the foundation for growth and change.
Are your relationships challenging, confusing, or conflictual? Do you struggle with a sense of unworthiness? Are you anxious and lost in the face of strong emotions and overwhelming thoughts? If so, you don’t have to struggle alone. I specialize in working with complex trauma, relationships, anxiety, and depression. I bring a centered and warm approach, collaborating with you to: a) understand how your history has shaped your present lives and relationships, and b) build a sense of safety inside of yourself that serves as the foundation for growth and change.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I am dedicated to working with individuals, families, children. I have 15 + years of work experience working with individuals, children, families in professional settings, more recently, online/ in person for their psychotherapy. I am an advocate for self-care, improving coping skills and increasing self-esteem. I use CBT, DBT, Psychodynamic, and many other therapeutic modalities. I strive to offer my clients a peaceful, secure space to share their problems and fears with me. Working together on my clients’ issues, I help them achieve emotional relief, greater confidence and greater self-esteem.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I am dedicated to working with individuals, families, children. I have 15 + years of work experience working with individuals, children, families in professional settings, more recently, online/ in person for their psychotherapy. I am an advocate for self-care, improving coping skills and increasing self-esteem. I use CBT, DBT, Psychodynamic, and many other therapeutic modalities. I strive to offer my clients a peaceful, secure space to share their problems and fears with me. Working together on my clients’ issues, I help them achieve emotional relief, greater confidence and greater self-esteem.
Hi there! My name is Stephanie Palacios. I am a Spanish speaking Mental Health Counselor. I am great with young adults and adults. I offer individual counseling, stress reduction, self- esteem issues, anger management, child behavioral concerns, anxiety and depression. I understand your cultural needs and welcome you into my practice. The highest priority is to meet you, the client, where you are, making sure you are heard, understood, and feel accepted and empowered.
Hi there! My name is Stephanie Palacios. I am a Spanish speaking Mental Health Counselor. I am great with young adults and adults. I offer individual counseling, stress reduction, self- esteem issues, anger management, child behavioral concerns, anxiety and depression. I understand your cultural needs and welcome you into my practice. The highest priority is to meet you, the client, where you are, making sure you are heard, understood, and feel accepted and empowered.
Zahayra: ADHD, Postpartum, Infertility, DBT
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Elmhurst, NY 11373
I am an Asian-Latina therapist & love working with adults, BIPOC communities, postpartum & infertility, major life transitions, anxiety, and depression. I draw on therapeutic approaches like DBT, CBT, ACT, motivational interviewing, & exposure therapy to set firm boundaries, navigate postpartum, explore culture & identity, recover from people-pleasing, & process loss and trauma, including race-related trauma. For ADHD, I draw on a strengths perspective & non-medication interventions like computerized cognitive training, mindfulness, & organization techniques. Book a free 20 min consult with me at cultivatetherapyteam.clientsecure.me
I am an Asian-Latina therapist & love working with adults, BIPOC communities, postpartum & infertility, major life transitions, anxiety, and depression. I draw on therapeutic approaches like DBT, CBT, ACT, motivational interviewing, & exposure therapy to set firm boundaries, navigate postpartum, explore culture & identity, recover from people-pleasing, & process loss and trauma, including race-related trauma. For ADHD, I draw on a strengths perspective & non-medication interventions like computerized cognitive training, mindfulness, & organization techniques. Book a free 20 min consult with me at cultivatetherapyteam.clientsecure.me
More Therapists Nearby
Liz Zhao
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Flushing, NY 11354 (Online Only)
I also utilize Gottman Method to help couples to navigate different relationship issues.
I believe that everyone has the inner ability to learn and grow even though they may feel stuck at some point of their life. I provide a warm, safe, supportive and collaborative environment for clients to develop a better understanding their thoughts and feeling, improve coping strategies and achieve the goals they want.
I also utilize Gottman Method to help couples to navigate different relationship issues.
I believe that everyone has the inner ability to learn and grow even though they may feel stuck at some point of their life. I provide a warm, safe, supportive and collaborative environment for clients to develop a better understanding their thoughts and feeling, improve coping strategies and achieve the goals they want.
I have formal training in functional family therapy, trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy, and the Gottman Method.
We all feel stuck from time to time. Life transitions or past wounds can make living in the moment difficult. I seek to help clients heal the hurt they feel so they can experience the joys that life has to offer!
I have formal training in functional family therapy, trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy, and the Gottman Method.
We all feel stuck from time to time. Life transitions or past wounds can make living in the moment difficult. I seek to help clients heal the hurt they feel so they can experience the joys that life has to offer!
For couples, I have been trained in the Gottman Method and am intimately familiar with assisting couples at significant crossroads, struggling to break a cycle of repetitive conflict, or wanting to foster closer connection.
I provide a supportive space where you can share your inner world freely without judgement. While actively listening to your thoughts and concerns, I'll ask questions to dig deeper, offer suggestions, and help reflect on your experiences so you can gain clarity. Together, we'll tackle issues you struggle with in everyday life. Whether we work together on an individual basis or as a couple, you’ll gain valuable insights and practical tools to get unstuck from patterns that encumber you and move forward with confidence and courage. Imagine leaving each session feeling understood, empowered, and equipped to navigate life's changes.
For couples, I have been trained in the Gottman Method and am intimately familiar with assisting couples at significant crossroads, struggling to break a cycle of repetitive conflict, or wanting to foster closer connection.
I provide a supportive space where you can share your inner world freely without judgement. While actively listening to your thoughts and concerns, I'll ask questions to dig deeper, offer suggestions, and help reflect on your experiences so you can gain clarity. Together, we'll tackle issues you struggle with in everyday life. Whether we work together on an individual basis or as a couple, you’ll gain valuable insights and practical tools to get unstuck from patterns that encumber you and move forward with confidence and courage. Imagine leaving each session feeling understood, empowered, and equipped to navigate life's changes.
Sarah Johansson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Forest Hills, NY 11375 (Online Only)
My approach is individualized to the needs of each person or couple and I draw from psychodynamic theory, evidence-based approaches, the HAES principles and Gottman method couples therapy.
Investing in your own emotional well-being is a wonderful decision. If you take this journey with me, it would be a collaborative one. I work with adult individuals and couples who seek to overcome anxiety, depression, trauma, hard life transitions or relational struggles. I believe each individual holds inherent strengths and the capability to change. Together we would create a space for you to process your experiences while identifying tools you can use to move forward.
My approach is individualized to the needs of each person or couple and I draw from psychodynamic theory, evidence-based approaches, the HAES principles and Gottman method couples therapy.
Investing in your own emotional well-being is a wonderful decision. If you take this journey with me, it would be a collaborative one. I work with adult individuals and couples who seek to overcome anxiety, depression, trauma, hard life transitions or relational struggles. I believe each individual holds inherent strengths and the capability to change. Together we would create a space for you to process your experiences while identifying tools you can use to move forward.
The journey to a person's best self can be long and at times difficult. Therapy is an essential part of that journey. As a therapist my obligation is to support the needs of each client with relevant and essential tools geared towards achieving their desired goals. Concerns related to anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, career transition, trauma, family conflict or mental health issues can be addressed in a safe and judgement-free environment.
The journey to a person's best self can be long and at times difficult. Therapy is an essential part of that journey. As a therapist my obligation is to support the needs of each client with relevant and essential tools geared towards achieving their desired goals. Concerns related to anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, career transition, trauma, family conflict or mental health issues can be addressed in a safe and judgement-free environment.
Virginia Lee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, MSW, MS
Verified Verified
Forest Hills, NY 11375 (Online Only)
Together, we can work to equip you with the necessary tools to help you face and overcome your challenges. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or PTSD, you must know you don't have to be alone in this journey. I have the experience to help you achieve your goals, overcome these struggles, and live a more fulfilling and meaningful life. I value the journey that psychotherapy takes a therapist and client on. Through this relationship, a deeper understanding forms of the self and how one interacts with the world around them. Therapy and the insights that can be gained allow people to discover the power.
Together, we can work to equip you with the necessary tools to help you face and overcome your challenges. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or PTSD, you must know you don't have to be alone in this journey. I have the experience to help you achieve your goals, overcome these struggles, and live a more fulfilling and meaningful life. I value the journey that psychotherapy takes a therapist and client on. Through this relationship, a deeper understanding forms of the self and how one interacts with the world around them. Therapy and the insights that can be gained allow people to discover the power.
Jacqueline Valencia Rodriguez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW-R, CAP
Verified Verified
Whitestone, NY 11357
Awareness precedes change every time! As a trained couples and family therapist, I facilitate holistic and natural dialogue to adjust faulty communication patterns that have taken shape in your world over time and, perhaps, simply do not work anymore. In our process together, we will enhance your awareness in life to decrease anxiety and increase your ability to make the organic, positive change you crave individually or as a family. I will help you break free from the use of unhealthy dependency habits that have led to you're feeling joyless. We will journey together, in empowering yourself and developing healthier connections.
Awareness precedes change every time! As a trained couples and family therapist, I facilitate holistic and natural dialogue to adjust faulty communication patterns that have taken shape in your world over time and, perhaps, simply do not work anymore. In our process together, we will enhance your awareness in life to decrease anxiety and increase your ability to make the organic, positive change you crave individually or as a family. I will help you break free from the use of unhealthy dependency habits that have led to you're feeling joyless. We will journey together, in empowering yourself and developing healthier connections.
You have an incredible amount of stress in your daily life. You are starting to become aware of the emotional, financial, or physical toll it is taking on you. You spend a lot of time worrying, feeling guilty, or feeling helpless. You feel you get "stuck" when trying to accomplish your goals. I would like to help you learn more effective ways to cope with these feelings so that you feel more effective and more relaxed.
You have an incredible amount of stress in your daily life. You are starting to become aware of the emotional, financial, or physical toll it is taking on you. You spend a lot of time worrying, feeling guilty, or feeling helpless. You feel you get "stuck" when trying to accomplish your goals. I would like to help you learn more effective ways to cope with these feelings so that you feel more effective and more relaxed.
Lisa Ho
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Flushing, NY 11355 (Online Only)
The parts of ourselves that we struggle with are sometimes our greatest assets. Therapy can be a place to better realize our strengths and identify where long-term patterns of narratives and behaviors are no longer serving us. I am passionate about working with LGBTQ and POC on topics such as: gender/sexual identity, anxiety, depression, OCD, acculturation, multiracial identity, social skills, and relationships. Oftentimes religion and spirituality come up in my work. My therapeutic approach incorporates both systemic and relational pieces. We do not exist in a vacuum. All of our experiences shape the person we are today.
The parts of ourselves that we struggle with are sometimes our greatest assets. Therapy can be a place to better realize our strengths and identify where long-term patterns of narratives and behaviors are no longer serving us. I am passionate about working with LGBTQ and POC on topics such as: gender/sexual identity, anxiety, depression, OCD, acculturation, multiracial identity, social skills, and relationships. Oftentimes religion and spirituality come up in my work. My therapeutic approach incorporates both systemic and relational pieces. We do not exist in a vacuum. All of our experiences shape the person we are today.
From a therapeutic perspective, I believe in "meeting people where they’re at." I also consider therapy a great way of finding what a beautiful life looks like for each and every person, with an understanding that we’re all different, but with some commonalities amongst us. I find that we can all find pockets of peace no matter how chaotic our lives are, and I love to help others find that too. I believe in combatting the “perfect” world social media has created by offering a real person to help support you, not a textbook robot.
From a therapeutic perspective, I believe in "meeting people where they’re at." I also consider therapy a great way of finding what a beautiful life looks like for each and every person, with an understanding that we’re all different, but with some commonalities amongst us. I find that we can all find pockets of peace no matter how chaotic our lives are, and I love to help others find that too. I believe in combatting the “perfect” world social media has created by offering a real person to help support you, not a textbook robot.
As a clinical social worker with close to 15 years of experience, I work hard to support my clients reach deeper satisfaction in their lives and relationships. I work best with individuals who come to therapy with some level of insight and a desire to investigate their inner world. My approach is nonjudgmental, deep and honest. I bring a sense of humor and compassion to difficult material.
As a clinical social worker with close to 15 years of experience, I work hard to support my clients reach deeper satisfaction in their lives and relationships. I work best with individuals who come to therapy with some level of insight and a desire to investigate their inner world. My approach is nonjudgmental, deep and honest. I bring a sense of humor and compassion to difficult material.
I specialize in trauma, mood disorders, and self-esteem. I work with clients who are tired of being stuck in their head, their past, and in a life that doesn’t bring them fulfillment or joy. I am here to help you gain further control of your thoughts and feelings, and build a life that is worth living.
I specialize in trauma, mood disorders, and self-esteem. I work with clients who are tired of being stuck in their head, their past, and in a life that doesn’t bring them fulfillment or joy. I am here to help you gain further control of your thoughts and feelings, and build a life that is worth living.
We are all motivated by a need to seek belonging and connection. Whether addressing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or life transitions, I am dedicated to empowering individuals to navigate challenges, build resilience, and cultivate a more fulfilling life. Through collaboration and transparency, I want to help by providing the space and skills that work for you! My goal is to create a space through collaboration and transparency that's full of empowerment and free of judgment to help you find self-awareness and identify patterns needed to reveal your most authentic self.
We are all motivated by a need to seek belonging and connection. Whether addressing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or life transitions, I am dedicated to empowering individuals to navigate challenges, build resilience, and cultivate a more fulfilling life. Through collaboration and transparency, I want to help by providing the space and skills that work for you! My goal is to create a space through collaboration and transparency that's full of empowerment and free of judgment to help you find self-awareness and identify patterns needed to reveal your most authentic self.
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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.