Gottman Method Therapists in Issaquah, WA

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Tessa Hughes
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Issaquah, WA 98027
I am also a certified Level 2, Gottman Method Couples Therapist.
The therapy process takes both bravery and vulnerability. Whether you find yourself feeling depressed, anxious, overwhelmed, struggling with negative self-talk, or interpersonal conflict, my goal is to help you find healing. I work with with individuals, couples, and families, to understand how our environment, experiences, culture, and relationships affect our thoughts and behaviors.
I am also a certified Level 2, Gottman Method Couples Therapist.
The therapy process takes both bravery and vulnerability. Whether you find yourself feeling depressed, anxious, overwhelmed, struggling with negative self-talk, or interpersonal conflict, my goal is to help you find healing. I work with with individuals, couples, and families, to understand how our environment, experiences, culture, and relationships affect our thoughts and behaviors.
(425) 389-4176 View (425) 389-4176
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Stacy J Heinle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Issaquah, WA 98027
I'm trained in CBT, solution focused therapy, strength based therapy, behavioral activation, acceptance and commitment therapy, motivational interviewing and Gottman Method Therapy (L2), Working together we will set goals, make a plan to meet those goals and develop healthy strategies when thing don't work they way you planned.
Hi! Looking for a therapist is not easy, great job taking the first step. Choosing someone to work with on issues of depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, the addiction of loved ones, unexpected life changes, complex trauma, secondary trauma, is also no small feat. My approach is to create a safe and healing space for us to talk about and work through tough issues, to listen and hear your experience, to guide you to potential solutions and find ways of achieving your goals. I have 20 years of experience working with individuals and couples facing challenges and believe anything is possible.
I'm trained in CBT, solution focused therapy, strength based therapy, behavioral activation, acceptance and commitment therapy, motivational interviewing and Gottman Method Therapy (L2), Working together we will set goals, make a plan to meet those goals and develop healthy strategies when thing don't work they way you planned.
Hi! Looking for a therapist is not easy, great job taking the first step. Choosing someone to work with on issues of depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, the addiction of loved ones, unexpected life changes, complex trauma, secondary trauma, is also no small feat. My approach is to create a safe and healing space for us to talk about and work through tough issues, to listen and hear your experience, to guide you to potential solutions and find ways of achieving your goals. I have 20 years of experience working with individuals and couples facing challenges and believe anything is possible.
(425) 532-4352 View (425) 532-4352
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Lisa M. Hunter
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Issaquah, WA 98075
I also use the Gottman Method.
Exclusively telehealth. My goal is to promote the growth and well-being of couples and individuals who seek therapy for the resolution of problematic symptoms or states. The therapeutic process is guided by the outcome you desire for yourself and your relationships. I use a collaborative, strength-based approach to assess strengths and recognize areas for growth. I will help you become aware of how old habits and patterns of interaction are interfering with present connections. Sessions will be geared towards building on strengths while developing new skills to help cope with current & future stressors and create positive change.
I also use the Gottman Method.
Exclusively telehealth. My goal is to promote the growth and well-being of couples and individuals who seek therapy for the resolution of problematic symptoms or states. The therapeutic process is guided by the outcome you desire for yourself and your relationships. I use a collaborative, strength-based approach to assess strengths and recognize areas for growth. I will help you become aware of how old habits and patterns of interaction are interfering with present connections. Sessions will be geared towards building on strengths while developing new skills to help cope with current & future stressors and create positive change.
(425) 358-3737 View (425) 358-3737
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Danielle Southern
Counselor, MA, LMHCA, LABA
Verified Verified
Issaquah, WA 98075  (Online Only)
For Couples, carefully integrating the Gottman Method, Attachment Theory and Emotionally focused therapy is my approach of choice.
Are you feeling alone, unseen, or unheard in your relationship? Do you desire deep connection and a meaningful relationship? Do aspects of your relationship ever feel imbalanced? Creating and maintaining a loving relationship can be complicated and destabilizing, often leaving people helpless. Once trust and/or respect are lost, this can leave couples feeling directionless.
For Couples, carefully integrating the Gottman Method, Attachment Theory and Emotionally focused therapy is my approach of choice.
Are you feeling alone, unseen, or unheard in your relationship? Do you desire deep connection and a meaningful relationship? Do aspects of your relationship ever feel imbalanced? Creating and maintaining a loving relationship can be complicated and destabilizing, often leaving people helpless. Once trust and/or respect are lost, this can leave couples feeling directionless.
(425) 657-3277 View (425) 657-3277
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Dr. Ching-Ching Ruan
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Issaquah, WA 98027
Currently, I'm working closely with a Certified Gottman Method Master Consultant to become a Certified Gottman couples therapist in the future.
Accept clients from the states of WA (Virtual & in person) , TX & CT (Virtual) Are you feeling alone and disconnected in your intimate relationship? Do you wonder why you're in the same stuck pattern with your loved one and want to get some clarity and get out of the pattern? Or you want to recover and rebuild marriage from the marriage, but you don't know how. Plus, are you also looking for practical tools to improve your communication with your partner/spouse/family members? Or you have a hard expressing your emotional truth? I work frequently with couples where one or both are Asian descents or inter-racial couples.
Currently, I'm working closely with a Certified Gottman Method Master Consultant to become a Certified Gottman couples therapist in the future.
Accept clients from the states of WA (Virtual & in person) , TX & CT (Virtual) Are you feeling alone and disconnected in your intimate relationship? Do you wonder why you're in the same stuck pattern with your loved one and want to get some clarity and get out of the pattern? Or you want to recover and rebuild marriage from the marriage, but you don't know how. Plus, are you also looking for practical tools to improve your communication with your partner/spouse/family members? Or you have a hard expressing your emotional truth? I work frequently with couples where one or both are Asian descents or inter-racial couples.
(425) 230-4425 View (425) 230-4425
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Centered Mind Counseling - Issaquah Location
Counselor, LMHC, PsyD, LMFT, LICSW, ARNP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Issaquah, WA 98027
Centered Mind Counseling Services offers counseling, nutrition & medication management services. Our caring and skilled professionals provide services to children, teens, individuals, couples, and families. In-Person or Telehealth Video Sessions. We offer you a wide range of clinical expertise, more specialty treatment areas to help you, and an expanded availability of services. We are committed to working with you or your child to create the long-lasting changes you desire. Call or text us at (425) 269-3277. Together, we can determine how we can help you!
Centered Mind Counseling Services offers counseling, nutrition & medication management services. Our caring and skilled professionals provide services to children, teens, individuals, couples, and families. In-Person or Telehealth Video Sessions. We offer you a wide range of clinical expertise, more specialty treatment areas to help you, and an expanded availability of services. We are committed to working with you or your child to create the long-lasting changes you desire. Call or text us at (425) 269-3277. Together, we can determine how we can help you!
(425) 269-3277 View (425) 269-3277
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Gwen Ingram-Jones
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CEDS, MHP, CMHS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Issaquah, WA 98029
I specialize in psychedelic integrations (harm reduction model) and eating disorders . You're seeking support for general struggles, such as stress, divorce, bad days or want to improve your relationship with food and/or body. Please know help is available and things can change. I provide therapy to individuals, couples, and families. I work with people age 16 and older. I regularly work with people who are overcoming trauma, anxiety and other life stressors. Families are welcome to be a part of the therapy process. I only offer telehealth sessions.
I specialize in psychedelic integrations (harm reduction model) and eating disorders . You're seeking support for general struggles, such as stress, divorce, bad days or want to improve your relationship with food and/or body. Please know help is available and things can change. I provide therapy to individuals, couples, and families. I work with people age 16 and older. I regularly work with people who are overcoming trauma, anxiety and other life stressors. Families are welcome to be a part of the therapy process. I only offer telehealth sessions.
(425) 528-8472 View (425) 528-8472
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Anthea Kwan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Issaquah, WA 98027  (Online Only)
Now accepting new clients (adults, teens & couples) If you are feeling distressed with tangled emotions on top of dealing with life chaos, I believe you can find peace. Anxiety, depression, and disconnect from our loved ones can bring out parts of us that we may find incongruent to who we want to be. I help individuals and couples find clarity, connection, and authenticity through empathy and a client-centered perspective. Through therapy, you can learn how to untangle messy feelings and live life purposefully.
Now accepting new clients (adults, teens & couples) If you are feeling distressed with tangled emotions on top of dealing with life chaos, I believe you can find peace. Anxiety, depression, and disconnect from our loved ones can bring out parts of us that we may find incongruent to who we want to be. I help individuals and couples find clarity, connection, and authenticity through empathy and a client-centered perspective. Through therapy, you can learn how to untangle messy feelings and live life purposefully.
(425) 842-1437 View (425) 842-1437
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Victoria D Wilging
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Issaquah, WA 98027
It takes courage, strength, and commitment to want to improve your life. Sometimes life presents us with roadblocks, we get stuck in difficult situations, and struggle to overcome hardships. Those are the most important times to reach out for support. I partner with individuals, families and couples to help improve communication and increase the positivity and depth within relationships. I will work to align with your needs to help create a true sense of personal empowerment to overcome life’s difficulties.
It takes courage, strength, and commitment to want to improve your life. Sometimes life presents us with roadblocks, we get stuck in difficult situations, and struggle to overcome hardships. Those are the most important times to reach out for support. I partner with individuals, families and couples to help improve communication and increase the positivity and depth within relationships. I will work to align with your needs to help create a true sense of personal empowerment to overcome life’s difficulties.
(425) 598-0637 View (425) 598-0637
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Dr. Kari O'Neill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Issaquah, WA 98027
I am an interactive, solution-focused therapist who offers support and practical feedback to help patients move their lives forward. I specialize in anxiety, depression, relationships, life transitions, chronic illness, and grief/loss. I have been practicing for over 15 years and I have previously worked with thousands of patients in need of care in both medical settings and in private practice. I work collaboratively with other health care providers in the community for the best patient outcomes, and I am affiliated medical staff member with Swedish Medical Center Issaquah.
I am an interactive, solution-focused therapist who offers support and practical feedback to help patients move their lives forward. I specialize in anxiety, depression, relationships, life transitions, chronic illness, and grief/loss. I have been practicing for over 15 years and I have previously worked with thousands of patients in need of care in both medical settings and in private practice. I work collaboratively with other health care providers in the community for the best patient outcomes, and I am affiliated medical staff member with Swedish Medical Center Issaquah.
(425) 677-8686 View (425) 677-8686
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Frank Michael Bruno
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Issaquah, WA 98027
Understanding our emotions is a skill we all must learn to prevent relationship conflict and to promote inner peace. There are reasons we have the deep feelings we experience. We just need to understand why we have our feelings and what causes us to suffer so much from them. We suffer from our emotions because something else is going on inside of us that we may not understand. It does not need to be this way. You can learn to know yourself better, sooth your emotions and improve your relationships with partners, kids, co-workers and friends.
Understanding our emotions is a skill we all must learn to prevent relationship conflict and to promote inner peace. There are reasons we have the deep feelings we experience. We just need to understand why we have our feelings and what causes us to suffer so much from them. We suffer from our emotions because something else is going on inside of us that we may not understand. It does not need to be this way. You can learn to know yourself better, sooth your emotions and improve your relationships with partners, kids, co-workers and friends.
(425) 329-3519 View (425) 329-3519
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Eastside Professional Counseling Services, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Issaquah, WA 98027  (Online Only)
Everyone needs help sometimes. When it feels like circumstances and life-pressures are causing you to feel sad, hopeless, stuck, and/or afraid, counseling may help you regain emotional traction and move through the challenges of your life. I believe every person has great internal resources/strengths to uncover or discover solutions for life..I specialize in helping couples/families/individuals improve their relationships and also those who experience anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, self-worth, divorce, blended-families, healing from infidelity, parenting, and many other individual and relationship issues. I work from a variety of theories, including Cognitive Behavioral, Solution-Focused, and Gottman Relationship Therapy.
Everyone needs help sometimes. When it feels like circumstances and life-pressures are causing you to feel sad, hopeless, stuck, and/or afraid, counseling may help you regain emotional traction and move through the challenges of your life. I believe every person has great internal resources/strengths to uncover or discover solutions for life..I specialize in helping couples/families/individuals improve their relationships and also those who experience anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, self-worth, divorce, blended-families, healing from infidelity, parenting, and many other individual and relationship issues. I work from a variety of theories, including Cognitive Behavioral, Solution-Focused, and Gottman Relationship Therapy.
(425) 358-4548 View (425) 358-4548
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Suzanne Reilly
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MA, PhD
Verified Verified
Issaquah, WA 98027  (Online Only)
I work with individuals, couples, and families impacted by addiction and compulsive behavior, relational betrayals, sexual abuse, recurring conflict, spiritual/religious abuse, relationship problems, and family of origin issues. Working with me you can expect an open, non-shaming, collaborative stance and a clinical approach that is trauma-informed, attachment-based, and tailored to your needs. I am a research-oriented practitioner and I use empirically tested tools and interventions. I am a passionate advocate for equity and social justice.
I work with individuals, couples, and families impacted by addiction and compulsive behavior, relational betrayals, sexual abuse, recurring conflict, spiritual/religious abuse, relationship problems, and family of origin issues. Working with me you can expect an open, non-shaming, collaborative stance and a clinical approach that is trauma-informed, attachment-based, and tailored to your needs. I am a research-oriented practitioner and I use empirically tested tools and interventions. I am a passionate advocate for equity and social justice.
(425) 537-6647 View (425) 537-6647
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Janet Moczulewski
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Issaquah, WA 98027
Communication struggles are very common. Are you clear on what you want? Are you really listening and being heard? Are you getting distracted in conversations by your reactions or you partner's reactions? Maybe you feel stuck in one or more areas of your life such as career or marriage. Do you need help sorting through what you really want. I work with clients struggling with a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, work/life balance, parenting issues and relational distress. I also provide assistance with career transitioning.
Communication struggles are very common. Are you clear on what you want? Are you really listening and being heard? Are you getting distracted in conversations by your reactions or you partner's reactions? Maybe you feel stuck in one or more areas of your life such as career or marriage. Do you need help sorting through what you really want. I work with clients struggling with a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, work/life balance, parenting issues and relational distress. I also provide assistance with career transitioning.
(425) 584-1819 View (425) 584-1819
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Liz Rivelin
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CMHS
Verified Verified
Issaquah, WA 98027
I am a warm, empathic, and gently challenging counselor. I draw from a range of therapeutic treatment modalities to tailor therapy to you as a unique individual. I welcome enquiries from adults, couples, children and teenagers experiencing a wide range of difficulties. I am dedicated to understanding the internal and external strengths that are inherent in each of us. My clients come to me because they enjoy the deep sense of trust, safety and mutual respect that I create. I look forward to meeting you and beginning the exciting and challenging journey towards positive and enduring change.
I am a warm, empathic, and gently challenging counselor. I draw from a range of therapeutic treatment modalities to tailor therapy to you as a unique individual. I welcome enquiries from adults, couples, children and teenagers experiencing a wide range of difficulties. I am dedicated to understanding the internal and external strengths that are inherent in each of us. My clients come to me because they enjoy the deep sense of trust, safety and mutual respect that I create. I look forward to meeting you and beginning the exciting and challenging journey towards positive and enduring change.
(425) 470-6362 View (425) 470-6362
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Fourth Dimension Counseling & Coaching
Counselor, LMHC, SUDP, CSAT, CPTT, CMAT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Issaquah, WA 98027
Fourth Dimension Counseling & Coaching is group practice of therapists and coaches who specialize in addiction including alcohol and drug addiction, sex addiction, pornography addiction, love addiction and partner betrayal trauma. All of the therapists and coaches at Fourth Dimension are in long term substance abuse recovery themselves and are experts in the field of addiction. They also have extensive training in couples therapy, infidelity, codependency, family of origin, women's issues, domestic violence, trauma and life transitions. We offer individual, couples and group therapy and coaching for both men and women.
Fourth Dimension Counseling & Coaching is group practice of therapists and coaches who specialize in addiction including alcohol and drug addiction, sex addiction, pornography addiction, love addiction and partner betrayal trauma. All of the therapists and coaches at Fourth Dimension are in long term substance abuse recovery themselves and are experts in the field of addiction. They also have extensive training in couples therapy, infidelity, codependency, family of origin, women's issues, domestic violence, trauma and life transitions. We offer individual, couples and group therapy and coaching for both men and women.
(425) 652-1690 View (425) 652-1690
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Neupathway (Louis Poeltl)
Counselor, LPC, LMHC, SUDP
Verified Verified
Issaquah, WA 98027
Accepting New Patients, same week availability................................... Louis Poeltl Ed.S, NCC, C-DBT, LMHC, LPC is a clinical mental health counselor with over 15 years of experience providing therapeutic services to diverse populations, including children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. With a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling and an Education Specialist Degree in Family Counseling, Louis is especially suited to incorporate clients’ familial and cultural backgrounds to uncover negative internalized beliefs that are holding back clients from living their best lives now.
Accepting New Patients, same week availability................................... Louis Poeltl Ed.S, NCC, C-DBT, LMHC, LPC is a clinical mental health counselor with over 15 years of experience providing therapeutic services to diverse populations, including children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. With a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling and an Education Specialist Degree in Family Counseling, Louis is especially suited to incorporate clients’ familial and cultural backgrounds to uncover negative internalized beliefs that are holding back clients from living their best lives now.
(425) 403-2664 View (425) 403-2664
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Rebecca Pearce -Centered Mind Counseling
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Issaquah, WA 98027  (Online Only)
I have dedicated my career to helping individual adults, families, children and teens to better manage through anxiety, depression and life difficulties. I am dedicated and committed to working effectively and efficiently with you or your child to create the long-lasting changes you desire. I am Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Certified and incorporate this into my practice, as I have seen tremendous results for people struggling with life trauma, single incident trauma, and even more general anxieties.
I have dedicated my career to helping individual adults, families, children and teens to better manage through anxiety, depression and life difficulties. I am dedicated and committed to working effectively and efficiently with you or your child to create the long-lasting changes you desire. I am Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Certified and incorporate this into my practice, as I have seen tremendous results for people struggling with life trauma, single incident trauma, and even more general anxieties.
(425) 269-3277 View (425) 269-3277
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Azka Bashir
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Issaquah, WA 98027
I strive to help my clients build confidence to handle life challenges, self & social pressure, so that they can voice their concerns and continue to seek the support they need to overcome any obstacle long after they are done with counseling. Counseling is setup to help provide you with tools/ skills specific to your innate skills and strengths. We work collaboratively to identify environmental factors and your support system.
I strive to help my clients build confidence to handle life challenges, self & social pressure, so that they can voice their concerns and continue to seek the support they need to overcome any obstacle long after they are done with counseling. Counseling is setup to help provide you with tools/ skills specific to your innate skills and strengths. We work collaboratively to identify environmental factors and your support system.
(425) 642-1938 View (425) 642-1938
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Lore Counseling & Art Therapy
Mental Health Counselor Associate , MA, ATR-P, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Issaquah, WA 98027
I enjoy working creatively with clients. Collaboration, empowerment, transparency, accessibility, and unconditional acceptance are foundational for my practice. I strive to provide all the information you need to make an informed decision about starting therapy with me on my website and in this profile. If you have any additional questions, please feel free to reach out!
I enjoy working creatively with clients. Collaboration, empowerment, transparency, accessibility, and unconditional acceptance are foundational for my practice. I strive to provide all the information you need to make an informed decision about starting therapy with me on my website and in this profile. If you have any additional questions, please feel free to reach out!
(425) 842-1838 View (425) 842-1838
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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.