Gottman Method Therapists in Oak Harbor, WA
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Gino Wolfe—Anxiety•depression•grief—Kids Adults
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA, SUDP, MHP, CMHS
Verified Verified
Oak Harbor, WA 98277
Mindfulness, CBT, DBT, The Gottman Method, and other techniques, you can learn coping tools that will sustain long-term emotional balance and healthier relationships.
Do you ever feel like you’re alone in life as if the world is resting on your shoulders? Do you feel the burden of caring for loved ones while feeling like no one is there to take care of you? Do you feel disconnected from relationships in your life? Are you in the military and struggling with feelings of anxiety or stress about your deployment? Are you having trouble leaving your experiences from the military behind or experiencing PTSD? Is grief from losing a loved one impacting your relationships and your ability to manage the day-to-day? Through expert therapy, you can learn to move beyond your pain and be happier. Reach out now
Mindfulness, CBT, DBT, The Gottman Method, and other techniques, you can learn coping tools that will sustain long-term emotional balance and healthier relationships.
Do you ever feel like you’re alone in life as if the world is resting on your shoulders? Do you feel the burden of caring for loved ones while feeling like no one is there to take care of you? Do you feel disconnected from relationships in your life? Are you in the military and struggling with feelings of anxiety or stress about your deployment? Are you having trouble leaving your experiences from the military behind or experiencing PTSD? Is grief from losing a loved one impacting your relationships and your ability to manage the day-to-day? Through expert therapy, you can learn to move beyond your pain and be happier. Reach out now
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Faith Elizabeth Franz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oak Harbor, WA 98277
I offer Discernment Counseling for couples on the brink of deciding whether to divorce or restore their marriage, Gottman method for couples seeking improved communication, conflict management, and greater intimacy, and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) for trauma treatment.
I serve couples in crisis who are searching for clarity and confidence to make decisions about the future of their relationship; and those seeking couples’ therapy. I also counsel individuals feeling stuck due to trauma or other challenges. My clients are interested in turning towards solutions.
I offer Discernment Counseling for couples on the brink of deciding whether to divorce or restore their marriage, Gottman method for couples seeking improved communication, conflict management, and greater intimacy, and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) for trauma treatment.
I serve couples in crisis who are searching for clarity and confidence to make decisions about the future of their relationship; and those seeking couples’ therapy. I also counsel individuals feeling stuck due to trauma or other challenges. My clients are interested in turning towards solutions.
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Are you alone and feeling no support? Is your teenager struggling to be part of your family? Whether your teen is acting out through high-risk behaviors or isolating through technology, your family is probably feeling the strain. When you aren't sure how to help your teen or what they truly need, it can feel overwhelming and hopeless. I'm here to support you, your teen, and your family so you can move through your challenges together. Individuals seeking help with depressive or anxious feelings can find solutions through me as well.
Are you alone and feeling no support? Is your teenager struggling to be part of your family? Whether your teen is acting out through high-risk behaviors or isolating through technology, your family is probably feeling the strain. When you aren't sure how to help your teen or what they truly need, it can feel overwhelming and hopeless. I'm here to support you, your teen, and your family so you can move through your challenges together. Individuals seeking help with depressive or anxious feelings can find solutions through me as well.
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Christall Murphy - Specializes in Trauma Work
Counselor, MS, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oak Harbor, WA 98277 (Online Only)
Embrace the path to healing! If you find yourself here, you're one of the resilient souls who may be navigating trauma, gender identity, depression, anxiety, or relationship challenges. Your journey matters. In the safe space provided, we tackle the tough stuff together. Let's conquer the shadows, find strength in vulnerability, and redefine triumph. If you're ready to break free from the grip of the past or your current struggles, I'd be honored to walk that journey with you.
Embrace the path to healing! If you find yourself here, you're one of the resilient souls who may be navigating trauma, gender identity, depression, anxiety, or relationship challenges. Your journey matters. In the safe space provided, we tackle the tough stuff together. Let's conquer the shadows, find strength in vulnerability, and redefine triumph. If you're ready to break free from the grip of the past or your current struggles, I'd be honored to walk that journey with you.
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The Narrative Shift, LLC
Counselor, MA, LPC, LMFTA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oak Harbor, WA 98277
“To be a service to others is a rewarding experience especially within the helping profession of therapy and healing. It is a constant challenge to respond creatively to new and existing problems which makes the stress of this work well worth the effort put forth to initiate the process of healing. The therapeutic embroidery consists of given opportunities to learn from one another, client to therapist -therapist to client. It is in recognizing a myriad of vulnerability, a hopelessness and some shattered dream that I engage my clients to make sense of their experiences and champion them on to healing that is oh so possible.
“To be a service to others is a rewarding experience especially within the helping profession of therapy and healing. It is a constant challenge to respond creatively to new and existing problems which makes the stress of this work well worth the effort put forth to initiate the process of healing. The therapeutic embroidery consists of given opportunities to learn from one another, client to therapist -therapist to client. It is in recognizing a myriad of vulnerability, a hopelessness and some shattered dream that I engage my clients to make sense of their experiences and champion them on to healing that is oh so possible.
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Gregory Robert Rolnick
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Oak Harbor, WA 98277
Waitlist for new clients
What kind of life do you want? Is it important to have truthful and clear communication, loving relationships, and successful work? Whatever your traumas, losses, and fears have been, there are ways to work through and let go of the past, enjoy the present, and create hope for the future. Skills are available to handle grief, anger, depression, guilt, procrastination, and resentment while maintaining the connection to those we care for and love. Good self-esteem is produced when through positive intention and careful attention we meet our challenges and difficulties to the best of our ability and live a meaningful life.
What kind of life do you want? Is it important to have truthful and clear communication, loving relationships, and successful work? Whatever your traumas, losses, and fears have been, there are ways to work through and let go of the past, enjoy the present, and create hope for the future. Skills are available to handle grief, anger, depression, guilt, procrastination, and resentment while maintaining the connection to those we care for and love. Good self-esteem is produced when through positive intention and careful attention we meet our challenges and difficulties to the best of our ability and live a meaningful life.
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Dion Menser-Andreini
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Oak Harbor, WA 98277 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Working with people facing numerous challenges has shown me incredible resiliency and an amazing capacity for growth found within every human spirit. Together we will seek to discover these potentials within you. It is my belief that our nature as social beings brings an abundance of life nourishing solutions. I offer 23+ years of professional and volunteer experience successfully helping people achieve their individual and relationship goals. Please feel free to inquire about my services through a free initial 20 minute phone consultation at: 360-708-1087.
Working with people facing numerous challenges has shown me incredible resiliency and an amazing capacity for growth found within every human spirit. Together we will seek to discover these potentials within you. It is my belief that our nature as social beings brings an abundance of life nourishing solutions. I offer 23+ years of professional and volunteer experience successfully helping people achieve their individual and relationship goals. Please feel free to inquire about my services through a free initial 20 minute phone consultation at: 360-708-1087.
More Therapists Nearby
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James Gallegos
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Camano Island, WA 98282 (Online Only)
You’re here because you’re looking for help for you and your partner or for yourself. Perhaps you are struggling with trust and communication issues and find yourselves getting routinely stuck when trying to talk about difficult topics such as working through the aftermath of an affair, parenting, finances or sexual issues. If so, I can help you rebuild trust and reestablish the foundations of respect and friendship in your relationship. I have extensive training and experience in helping couples and individuals not only deal with these difficulties but to also promote longer-term positive effects such as healing and personal growth
You’re here because you’re looking for help for you and your partner or for yourself. Perhaps you are struggling with trust and communication issues and find yourselves getting routinely stuck when trying to talk about difficult topics such as working through the aftermath of an affair, parenting, finances or sexual issues. If so, I can help you rebuild trust and reestablish the foundations of respect and friendship in your relationship. I have extensive training and experience in helping couples and individuals not only deal with these difficulties but to also promote longer-term positive effects such as healing and personal growth
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Are you struggling with life? Have you been trying to figure things out on your own but feel like you are not making progress? Do you wish you had more effective tools to help you navigate your problems? Sometimes we need someone to come alongside us and help. I am passionate about working with clients from a strengths-based perspective to help them gain new perspectives, insights, and skills in an honest, supportive, collaborative, and non-judgmental way. Coming to counseling will be the beginning of a new you! As a Christian therapist, I also offer counseling from a Biblical perspective to help clients on their journey.
Are you struggling with life? Have you been trying to figure things out on your own but feel like you are not making progress? Do you wish you had more effective tools to help you navigate your problems? Sometimes we need someone to come alongside us and help. I am passionate about working with clients from a strengths-based perspective to help them gain new perspectives, insights, and skills in an honest, supportive, collaborative, and non-judgmental way. Coming to counseling will be the beginning of a new you! As a Christian therapist, I also offer counseling from a Biblical perspective to help clients on their journey.
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Emily Munn
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, LSWAIC, MBA
Verified Verified
Coupeville, WA 98239 (Online Only)
I'm a therapist with the Rising Phoenix Wellness Center and specialize in grief and couples counseling. Currently, I only provide virtual sessions, but can be available on evenings and weekends at your convenience. My particular therapeutic style is based on not being someone that will nod silently for an hour. I focus on tackling concerns with the hopes that at the end of each session, you gain more and more tools specifically tailored to your needs. When we work together, we are a team built on mutual respect, empathy, and most importantly trust. Together we will find our smiles, curse a little, and learn often.
I'm a therapist with the Rising Phoenix Wellness Center and specialize in grief and couples counseling. Currently, I only provide virtual sessions, but can be available on evenings and weekends at your convenience. My particular therapeutic style is based on not being someone that will nod silently for an hour. I focus on tackling concerns with the hopes that at the end of each session, you gain more and more tools specifically tailored to your needs. When we work together, we are a team built on mutual respect, empathy, and most importantly trust. Together we will find our smiles, curse a little, and learn often.
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Aloha e. Aaron adapts evidence-based therapy to your culture, religion/spirituality so, therapy makes sense. This is commonly known as, Cultural Psychology. He has over a decade of experience working across cultures with a focus, but not limited to trauma, depression, anxiety, racism, and healing from abuse. I have worked with numerous cultures from Indigenous cultures to cultures from nearly every continent.
Aloha e. Aaron adapts evidence-based therapy to your culture, religion/spirituality so, therapy makes sense. This is commonly known as, Cultural Psychology. He has over a decade of experience working across cultures with a focus, but not limited to trauma, depression, anxiety, racism, and healing from abuse. I have worked with numerous cultures from Indigenous cultures to cultures from nearly every continent.
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Hello and welcome! My name is Bonnie St George-Ayotte, Licensed Mental Health Counselor 60996772 in the state of Washington. I specialize in trauma-informed, person-centered care for those struggling with anxiety, depression, and other performance impairments, and PSTD. Clients come to me from a variety of backgrounds and strengths. I love to hear people's stories and have a geeky sense of humor.
Hello and welcome! My name is Bonnie St George-Ayotte, Licensed Mental Health Counselor 60996772 in the state of Washington. I specialize in trauma-informed, person-centered care for those struggling with anxiety, depression, and other performance impairments, and PSTD. Clients come to me from a variety of backgrounds and strengths. I love to hear people's stories and have a geeky sense of humor.
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I believe individuals flourish when they feel heard, understood, respected, and safe. As a dedicated counselor, I am passionate about helping individuals and couples explore themselves, adjust behaviors, improve relationships, work through and learn from past experiences and develop healthy coping mechanisms that all serve as the foundation for healthy lives. My approach to counseling is collaborative, strength-based, non-judgmental, empathetic, client-centered, attachment-focused, and trauma-informed.
I believe individuals flourish when they feel heard, understood, respected, and safe. As a dedicated counselor, I am passionate about helping individuals and couples explore themselves, adjust behaviors, improve relationships, work through and learn from past experiences and develop healthy coping mechanisms that all serve as the foundation for healthy lives. My approach to counseling is collaborative, strength-based, non-judgmental, empathetic, client-centered, attachment-focused, and trauma-informed.
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Susan S. Scott
Counselor, PhD, CMHC
Verified Verified
Coupeville, WA 98239
Not accepting new clients
My practice is closed to new clients for now. Licensed as a Mental Health Counselor in Washington, my education and training is in Jungian analytical psychology. Emphasizing the creative principle in healing and growth, this work inspires a devotion to being honest and willing to self-reflect, then make life-enhancing changes in behavior and attitudes. I specialize in listening to, and collaborating with, the generative spark that is in-born within us all. In my book, Healing With Nature, I present fresh perspectives on the nature of psychological transformations.
My practice is closed to new clients for now. Licensed as a Mental Health Counselor in Washington, my education and training is in Jungian analytical psychology. Emphasizing the creative principle in healing and growth, this work inspires a devotion to being honest and willing to self-reflect, then make life-enhancing changes in behavior and attitudes. I specialize in listening to, and collaborating with, the generative spark that is in-born within us all. In my book, Healing With Nature, I present fresh perspectives on the nature of psychological transformations.
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Clarity Counseling-Joan Forest LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, L, I, C, S, W
Verified Verified
Coupeville, WA 98239
Not accepting new clients
Each client has unique circumstances, challenges and goals, and I adapt my treatment to best fit the particular needs of the individual, couple or family. I am experienced in helping clients with difficult life transitions, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and marital problems. I am currently seeing children age five and up, teens and adults. My office is located in Greenbank, WA, and I provide telehealth as well as in person therapy.
Each client has unique circumstances, challenges and goals, and I adapt my treatment to best fit the particular needs of the individual, couple or family. I am experienced in helping clients with difficult life transitions, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and marital problems. I am currently seeing children age five and up, teens and adults. My office is located in Greenbank, WA, and I provide telehealth as well as in person therapy.
Online Therapists
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Dr. Moriah Boggs
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lake Stevens, WA 98258
Waitlist for new clients
In addition, I have been trained in both EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) and the Gottman Method for couples.
Do you feel exhausted and drained all the time? Do you feel stuck, struggling with past traumas and their impact on your present life? If your answer is yes, then you have come to the right place - I work closely with my clients to unpack their past and help them heal from traumas, so they can find balance and overall health in their daily lives. I am passionate about working with couples and individuals and believe that our health is fundamentally tied to our relationships, including the ones we have with ourselves. With that in mind, I strive to create a strong therapeutic relationship that fosters health and healing.
In addition, I have been trained in both EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) and the Gottman Method for couples.
Do you feel exhausted and drained all the time? Do you feel stuck, struggling with past traumas and their impact on your present life? If your answer is yes, then you have come to the right place - I work closely with my clients to unpack their past and help them heal from traumas, so they can find balance and overall health in their daily lives. I am passionate about working with couples and individuals and believe that our health is fundamentally tied to our relationships, including the ones we have with ourselves. With that in mind, I strive to create a strong therapeutic relationship that fosters health and healing.
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Ashley Fleit - South Seattle Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98118
I utilize the following theories in our work: Emotionally Focused Therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy – Level 1, Internal Family Systems, Gestalt, Attachment Theory, Solutions Focused Brief Therapy, and Somatics.
I am a relationship and sex therapist who works with couples, groups, and individuals. I offer therapy in person in Seward Park, and online. My goal is to create an environment that centers your unique lived experience - you are the expert of your life. I hope to support your goals for therapy such as: increasing connection, intimacy, knowledge of self, acceptance, growth, and healing. I work with all gender, sexual, romantic and relationship identities. I am sex positive and HAES-aligned.
I utilize the following theories in our work: Emotionally Focused Therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy – Level 1, Internal Family Systems, Gestalt, Attachment Theory, Solutions Focused Brief Therapy, and Somatics.
I am a relationship and sex therapist who works with couples, groups, and individuals. I offer therapy in person in Seward Park, and online. My goal is to create an environment that centers your unique lived experience - you are the expert of your life. I hope to support your goals for therapy such as: increasing connection, intimacy, knowledge of self, acceptance, growth, and healing. I work with all gender, sexual, romantic and relationship identities. I am sex positive and HAES-aligned.
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Dr. Maria E Moore
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Everett, WA 98208 (Online Only)
Welcome to Liberty Counseling, where we believe in empowering individuals to achieve emotional freedom and personal growth. I employ an integrative approach, drawing from diverse therapies, including EMDR, IFS, DBT, CBT, Hypnotherapy, family systems, the Gottman Method, and EFT. We are committed to guiding you through your journey towards healing and self-discovery, fostering resilience and harmony in your life and relationships. Take the first step towards a brighter future with Liberty Counseling.
Welcome to Liberty Counseling, where we believe in empowering individuals to achieve emotional freedom and personal growth. I employ an integrative approach, drawing from diverse therapies, including EMDR, IFS, DBT, CBT, Hypnotherapy, family systems, the Gottman Method, and EFT. We are committed to guiding you through your journey towards healing and self-discovery, fostering resilience and harmony in your life and relationships. Take the first step towards a brighter future with Liberty Counseling.
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Mike Black Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lynden, WA 98264
Waitlist for new clients
I have extensive experience as a school counselor, drug alcohol counselor and in my private practice helping adolescence navigate and work through issues regarding anxiety, school struggles and family conflict. I also assist and give parents skills in raising teens. My Masters Degree is in marriage counseling. My primary focus with married couples is a family systems and Gottman method approach which is researched based approaches to help couples work toward reconciliation by overcoming resentment and better communication in marriage. Lastly, I have close to 10 years experience working in inpatient drug and alcohol treatment.
I have extensive experience as a school counselor, drug alcohol counselor and in my private practice helping adolescence navigate and work through issues regarding anxiety, school struggles and family conflict. I also assist and give parents skills in raising teens. My Masters Degree is in marriage counseling. My primary focus with married couples is a family systems and Gottman method approach which is researched based approaches to help couples work toward reconciliation by overcoming resentment and better communication in marriage. Lastly, I have close to 10 years experience working in inpatient drug and alcohol treatment.
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I integrate a biopsychosocial approach, considering clients’ overall well-being and interpersonal connections, applying evidence-based practices such as IFS, BA, and CBT, and the Gottman Method.
We experience many changes and challenges, such as relocation, growing within relationships, parenthood, or changes in education, career or employment status. Loss comes in many forms, and grief looks different for each individual. Therapy is a way to navigate these challenges, to grow self-awareness and coping skills, and to find meaning in the unexpected, while exploring the external and internal factors that influence our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
I integrate a biopsychosocial approach, considering clients’ overall well-being and interpersonal connections, applying evidence-based practices such as IFS, BA, and CBT, and the Gottman Method.
We experience many changes and challenges, such as relocation, growing within relationships, parenthood, or changes in education, career or employment status. Loss comes in many forms, and grief looks different for each individual. Therapy is a way to navigate these challenges, to grow self-awareness and coping skills, and to find meaning in the unexpected, while exploring the external and internal factors that influence our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
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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.