Gottman Method Therapists in Douglassville, PA
Oriana Kramer Almquist
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Douglassville, PA 19518
Are you struggling with deeply painful emotions? You deserve a space where you feel safe being vulnerable to process the challenging and unexpected parts of life. I believe that the best setting for therapy is one that cultivates an environment of authentic care, establishing a trusting relationship where new depth and insight can be reached. I will always meet you where you are in your life and journey, providing you with a trauma-informed approach to healing that works at your own pace.
Are you struggling with deeply painful emotions? You deserve a space where you feel safe being vulnerable to process the challenging and unexpected parts of life. I believe that the best setting for therapy is one that cultivates an environment of authentic care, establishing a trusting relationship where new depth and insight can be reached. I will always meet you where you are in your life and journey, providing you with a trauma-informed approach to healing that works at your own pace.
Heather Kramer Almquist
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CCMHC, ACS, CDWF
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Douglassville, PA 19518
Hello there! Are you feeling stuck in the same pain, the same repeated patterns? Are you struggling to feel truly connected and safe in your relationships? You're not alone, & help is available. With nearly 20 years of experience, I specialize in helping individuals find lasting change and healing. My approach is grounded in psychodynamic therapy, delving into unconscious motivations and conflicts shaping thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. By addressing emotional core experiences, we unveil the root causes of struggles and cultivate new ways to navigate life and connect with others.
Hello there! Are you feeling stuck in the same pain, the same repeated patterns? Are you struggling to feel truly connected and safe in your relationships? You're not alone, & help is available. With nearly 20 years of experience, I specialize in helping individuals find lasting change and healing. My approach is grounded in psychodynamic therapy, delving into unconscious motivations and conflicts shaping thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. By addressing emotional core experiences, we unveil the root causes of struggles and cultivate new ways to navigate life and connect with others.
Natasha Hoover
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
Douglassville, PA 19518
Are you looking for someone you can truly trust to sit with you and genuinely help? Maybe you have a support system, but they have their own ideas and really can't be objective. Maybe you don't have much support, and that's part of what you're searching for. Either way, I want you to know that I am here to be with you and to be 100% FOR you. I will bring all my training and all of my compassion to our work together. Whether you are sorting through past trauma, or struggle with anxiety or depression - you are not alone. Together we will find real solutions and real healing.
Are you looking for someone you can truly trust to sit with you and genuinely help? Maybe you have a support system, but they have their own ideas and really can't be objective. Maybe you don't have much support, and that's part of what you're searching for. Either way, I want you to know that I am here to be with you and to be 100% FOR you. I will bring all my training and all of my compassion to our work together. Whether you are sorting through past trauma, or struggle with anxiety or depression - you are not alone. Together we will find real solutions and real healing.
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Georgia Charleston
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MHA, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Pottstown, PA 19465 (Online Only)
“The quality of our relationships determines the quality of our lives” -Esther Perel. My personal approach is largely based in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and often Solution-Focused to help individuals and/or couples to see actionable change. I am Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 3 trained and have advanced training in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. I specialize in relationship issues and anxiety disorders.
“The quality of our relationships determines the quality of our lives” -Esther Perel. My personal approach is largely based in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and often Solution-Focused to help individuals and/or couples to see actionable change. I am Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 3 trained and have advanced training in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. I specialize in relationship issues and anxiety disorders.
I have a lifelong passion to serve those who have felt like they have to suffer in isolation or are stuck in behaviors they don't know how to stop. I provide a nurturing space where I walk alongside you in a collaborative relationship, where you bring your expertise on your life experience and I bring my expertise in what helps us heal and get unstuck. I bring my expertise in various scientifically validated approaches to tailor what approach will work best for your relationship, life transitions, internal conflicts, or other behavioral and emotional needs. Together we will develop an individualized plan to help you move forward.
I have a lifelong passion to serve those who have felt like they have to suffer in isolation or are stuck in behaviors they don't know how to stop. I provide a nurturing space where I walk alongside you in a collaborative relationship, where you bring your expertise on your life experience and I bring my expertise in what helps us heal and get unstuck. I bring my expertise in various scientifically validated approaches to tailor what approach will work best for your relationship, life transitions, internal conflicts, or other behavioral and emotional needs. Together we will develop an individualized plan to help you move forward.
Are you feeling stuck and need some guidance for growth? I won't offer band-aid solutions, only lasting and meaningful change. Therapy to me is a process of identifying and understanding who you are and where you want to go. I want to journey with you to the deeper levels of your struggles and find the light. The arrow is a powerful symbol to me that represents the growth we are capable of. In order for an arrow to aim forward, it must be pulled back with the bow to gain strength.
Are you feeling stuck and need some guidance for growth? I won't offer band-aid solutions, only lasting and meaningful change. Therapy to me is a process of identifying and understanding who you are and where you want to go. I want to journey with you to the deeper levels of your struggles and find the light. The arrow is a powerful symbol to me that represents the growth we are capable of. In order for an arrow to aim forward, it must be pulled back with the bow to gain strength.
Cognitive Behavior Institute
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Reading, PA 19606 (Online Only)
Welcome to Cognitive Behavior Institute! We are committed to providing the best care possible through established treatment methods. These treatment methods are proven to be effective for a wide range of mental health diagnoses and psychological distresses. Cognitive Behavior Institute (CBI) is proud to employ adept licensed clinicians, board-certified psychiatrists, and compassionate administrative staff with diverse experience in their respective fields.
Welcome to Cognitive Behavior Institute! We are committed to providing the best care possible through established treatment methods. These treatment methods are proven to be effective for a wide range of mental health diagnoses and psychological distresses. Cognitive Behavior Institute (CBI) is proud to employ adept licensed clinicians, board-certified psychiatrists, and compassionate administrative staff with diverse experience in their respective fields.
Are you feeling overwhelmed in your relationship, or struggling with communication? Perhaps you are dealing with a life-changing event? I help individuals and couples to overcome their challenges and find more fulfillment and success in their everyday life, guiding them to attain the personal growth they're striving for. I understand the struggles that accompany a busy and demanding lifestyle, and the fears and anxieties that can arise when life suddenly changes course. I can help guide you through the chaos that can often distract us from our ultimate goals while working on healing things that have happened to you in the past.
Are you feeling overwhelmed in your relationship, or struggling with communication? Perhaps you are dealing with a life-changing event? I help individuals and couples to overcome their challenges and find more fulfillment and success in their everyday life, guiding them to attain the personal growth they're striving for. I understand the struggles that accompany a busy and demanding lifestyle, and the fears and anxieties that can arise when life suddenly changes course. I can help guide you through the chaos that can often distract us from our ultimate goals while working on healing things that have happened to you in the past.
Emerald Coast Therapeutics
Counselor, MA, LPC, LMHC, ASTC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Pottstown, PA 19465
We are wired to connect with one another. And the nature of pain is that it can cause us to withdraw from those around us, including from ourselves. This is where I try to help; I take the art of listening seriously and recognize that being heard is a part of the therapy process. Experiences with depression, anxiety, relationships, substances and much more all impact & interfere with our ability to connect with others and with being comfortable with ourselves. If this is where you are, please contact me to see if I would be a good fit for you.
We are wired to connect with one another. And the nature of pain is that it can cause us to withdraw from those around us, including from ourselves. This is where I try to help; I take the art of listening seriously and recognize that being heard is a part of the therapy process. Experiences with depression, anxiety, relationships, substances and much more all impact & interfere with our ability to connect with others and with being comfortable with ourselves. If this is where you are, please contact me to see if I would be a good fit for you.
Erika Maguire
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MT-BC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pottstown, PA 19464
Waitlist for new clients
Stress, worry, anxiety- It sucks. Like an unwelcome guest that just won't leave. It's paralyzing. You find yourself under pressure to make the right decisions and keep it all together all the time. That voice inside your head keeps nagging, "Why can't I just be 'normal' and stop worrying? Why is everything so hard?" You may carry the mental load of the household or feel like there's no time. On the outside, things may seem perfectly fine, but inside, it's a different story. Life feels like an impossible maze with all this self-doubt, constant worry, and the weight of expectations. You know you're capable, but it feels out of reach.
Stress, worry, anxiety- It sucks. Like an unwelcome guest that just won't leave. It's paralyzing. You find yourself under pressure to make the right decisions and keep it all together all the time. That voice inside your head keeps nagging, "Why can't I just be 'normal' and stop worrying? Why is everything so hard?" You may carry the mental load of the household or feel like there's no time. On the outside, things may seem perfectly fine, but inside, it's a different story. Life feels like an impossible maze with all this self-doubt, constant worry, and the weight of expectations. You know you're capable, but it feels out of reach.
Paulina Colonna
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Reading, PA 19606
Not accepting new clients
I am an individual and couples therapist dedicated to helping clients gain new perspectives in order to improve communication and intimacy within their relationships. My ideal clients are ready to release themselves from patterns and habits that just don't work and they need a new game plan. Even if you have a hard time identifying what the problem is or where your happiness has gone, therapy can be a great way to untangle your thoughts and find some clarity. My hope is to help my clients work on goals that we set together and guide them along the process of achieving them.
I am an individual and couples therapist dedicated to helping clients gain new perspectives in order to improve communication and intimacy within their relationships. My ideal clients are ready to release themselves from patterns and habits that just don't work and they need a new game plan. Even if you have a hard time identifying what the problem is or where your happiness has gone, therapy can be a great way to untangle your thoughts and find some clarity. My hope is to help my clients work on goals that we set together and guide them along the process of achieving them.
Online Therapists
Justyna Marcinkiewicz
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
Blue Bell, PA 19422
We all go through tough times in our lives and relationships. Sometimes we just need some help with understanding what is going on. I am here for you! Anxiety, trauma and depression can be debilitating and difficult to process. I focus on the mind-body connection, and learning how to manage emotional responses to life and its stressors. Promoting healthy self-esteem, improving relationships and communication skills, are also fundamental in the healing process. I am fully trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and Gottman Method for couples.
We all go through tough times in our lives and relationships. Sometimes we just need some help with understanding what is going on. I am here for you! Anxiety, trauma and depression can be debilitating and difficult to process. I focus on the mind-body connection, and learning how to manage emotional responses to life and its stressors. Promoting healthy self-esteem, improving relationships and communication skills, are also fundamental in the healing process. I am fully trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and Gottman Method for couples.
Additionally, I use a combination of the Gottman Method and Emotion Focused Couples therapy when working with couples.
I know firsthand how challenging it can be to experience anxiety, depression, loss, eating disorders and trauma. I know how hard it can be to move out of a shame/guilt spiral, reevaluate your relationships and everything you’ve known about your life so far. I know what it’s like to suffer with something alone and feeling terrified to share it with anyone else from fear of being misunderstood, rejected, shamed, etc.
Additionally, I use a combination of the Gottman Method and Emotion Focused Couples therapy when working with couples.
I know firsthand how challenging it can be to experience anxiety, depression, loss, eating disorders and trauma. I know how hard it can be to move out of a shame/guilt spiral, reevaluate your relationships and everything you’ve known about your life so far. I know what it’s like to suffer with something alone and feeling terrified to share it with anyone else from fear of being misunderstood, rejected, shamed, etc.
Jennifer Seip
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19147
Are you looking for couples therapy or individual therapy? If you are in a couple, are your fights leaving you feeling hurt and disconnected? Can they escalate from something small to something much bigger? Are you having less sex than you did when you first got together? I will teach you how to fix it so you can have the relationship you feel proud of. Couples who work with me enjoy a better connection and a better sex life. And they maintain it. I'm a sex therapist who combines the Gottman method, EFT, and biology to learn what the problem is and teach you your solution.
Are you looking for couples therapy or individual therapy? If you are in a couple, are your fights leaving you feeling hurt and disconnected? Can they escalate from something small to something much bigger? Are you having less sex than you did when you first got together? I will teach you how to fix it so you can have the relationship you feel proud of. Couples who work with me enjoy a better connection and a better sex life. And they maintain it. I'm a sex therapist who combines the Gottman method, EFT, and biology to learn what the problem is and teach you your solution.
Human connection is important to me, and I believe that strengthening our support system often begins with our families, those we are born with and those we choose. I work with adolescents and adults, and through a person-centered approach, I strive to help empower clients to tap into their full potential. I specialize in couples counseling and am trained in the Gottman method, which focuses on a couple's deep friendship as the basis for a lasting relationship.
Human connection is important to me, and I believe that strengthening our support system often begins with our families, those we are born with and those we choose. I work with adolescents and adults, and through a person-centered approach, I strive to help empower clients to tap into their full potential. I specialize in couples counseling and am trained in the Gottman method, which focuses on a couple's deep friendship as the basis for a lasting relationship.
Teisha Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CCTP, CGS
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19143
A great deal of my professional practice has been working with individuals, groups, couples and families, substance abuse, and LGBTQIA+ populations. I understand that no single approach is the right one for everyone & it is important to meet each person where they are. I believe it is important to tailor the therapy approach to each individual. As such, I use various approaches, including Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Humanistic Therapy, EMDR, Person-Centered, & Gottman Method for couples therapy. Let me help you get unstuck & develop skills to improve in the ways you would like.
A great deal of my professional practice has been working with individuals, groups, couples and families, substance abuse, and LGBTQIA+ populations. I understand that no single approach is the right one for everyone & it is important to meet each person where they are. I believe it is important to tailor the therapy approach to each individual. As such, I use various approaches, including Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Humanistic Therapy, EMDR, Person-Centered, & Gottman Method for couples therapy. Let me help you get unstuck & develop skills to improve in the ways you would like.
Diana Snyder
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Doylestown, PA 18901
Waitlist for new clients
As a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, I deeply understand that our relationships mean everything: to our family, our partners, our friends, and ourselves. When we are unhappy and suffering, our needs are not being met in a fundamental way. My vision for successful therapy is allowing the space and time to explore those needs. As a therapist who uses systems theory, I might explore the different ‘parts’ of a person's experience with themselves and others in Individual and Family Therapy. In Couples Therapy, I pull from the Gottman Method as well as EFT to strengthen and heal relationships with fantastic and practical tools.
As a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, I deeply understand that our relationships mean everything: to our family, our partners, our friends, and ourselves. When we are unhappy and suffering, our needs are not being met in a fundamental way. My vision for successful therapy is allowing the space and time to explore those needs. As a therapist who uses systems theory, I might explore the different ‘parts’ of a person's experience with themselves and others in Individual and Family Therapy. In Couples Therapy, I pull from the Gottman Method as well as EFT to strengthen and heal relationships with fantastic and practical tools.
Heatherstone Counseling Services New Clients Welcome
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LSW, MSW, CAADC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lancaster, PA 17603
We also have clinicans who have completed Level 1 and Level 2 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, one of the most effective types of couples work.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed? At Heatherstone Counseling Services, we believe that a warm, caring, and supportive therapeutic relationship is imperative to the success of our clients. Building trust, and helping people work towards achieving their personal goals is what we strive to do in each and every session. We understand that challenges and difficult moments can be a part of the therapy process, and we aim to support our clients as they move through those experiences. Our hope is that each and every person that we meet in practice will experience personal growth, self understanding, and improved health.
We also have clinicans who have completed Level 1 and Level 2 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, one of the most effective types of couples work.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed? At Heatherstone Counseling Services, we believe that a warm, caring, and supportive therapeutic relationship is imperative to the success of our clients. Building trust, and helping people work towards achieving their personal goals is what we strive to do in each and every session. We understand that challenges and difficult moments can be a part of the therapy process, and we aim to support our clients as they move through those experiences. Our hope is that each and every person that we meet in practice will experience personal growth, self understanding, and improved health.
Elizabeth Micciulla Gottman Trained
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ATR-BC, CAADC, NCC
Verified Verified
Yardley, PA 19067
In my sessions, I utilize aspects of the Gottman Method, a research-based approach to strengthening relationships.
Finding the right counselor to connect with can feel like an overwhelming challenge, I'm here to help! Whether for yourself, your child, or your relationship. Are you and your partner ready to strengthen your relationship and tackle challenges together? Could using creativity through art therapy help you or your child grow and heal? My ideal clients are couples committed to change, whether strengthening relationships or working through challenges. I also love working with children and helping individuals express their creative side while working through life transitions.
In my sessions, I utilize aspects of the Gottman Method, a research-based approach to strengthening relationships.
Finding the right counselor to connect with can feel like an overwhelming challenge, I'm here to help! Whether for yourself, your child, or your relationship. Are you and your partner ready to strengthen your relationship and tackle challenges together? Could using creativity through art therapy help you or your child grow and heal? My ideal clients are couples committed to change, whether strengthening relationships or working through challenges. I also love working with children and helping individuals express their creative side while working through life transitions.
Aaron Murray-Swank
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Doylestown, PA 18902 (Online Only)
I frequently integrate techniques from the Gottman Method and Emotion-Focused Therapy in my work.
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist with over twenty years of experience providing evidence-based psychotherapy to adults and couples with a wide range of presenting concerns. I focus on building a safe and collaborative relationship with clients while honoring their unique identities and experiences. I strive to create a space where clients feel seen, understood and empowered in therapy, as this is a foundation for successful growth and change. I am committed to providing effective and research-based therapies and enjoy the process of supporting clients in making positive changes in their lives and relationships.
I frequently integrate techniques from the Gottman Method and Emotion-Focused Therapy in my work.
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist with over twenty years of experience providing evidence-based psychotherapy to adults and couples with a wide range of presenting concerns. I focus on building a safe and collaborative relationship with clients while honoring their unique identities and experiences. I strive to create a space where clients feel seen, understood and empowered in therapy, as this is a foundation for successful growth and change. I am committed to providing effective and research-based therapies and enjoy the process of supporting clients in making positive changes in their lives and relationships.
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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.