Couples Therapy

Couples therapy is a form of therapy that focuses on helping couples improve their relationship and resolve any conflicts or issues they may be experiencing. It provides a safe and supportive environment for couples to work through their problems and learn new skills to strengthen their relationship.

​

The Gottman Method is a research-based approach to couples therapy that was developed by Drs. John and Julie Gottman. It is grounded in over 40 years of research and has been shown to

be effective in helping couples improve their communication, increase intimacy and connection, and reduce conflict.

Here are some ways in which couples therapy using the Gottman Method can be helpful:

• Assessing the relationship: The Gottman Method starts with an assessment of the couple's relationship, which helps the therapist understand the strengths and challenges in the relationship.

​

• Building skills: The therapist teaches the couple skills to communicate effectively, manage conflict, and build intimacy. These skills can be used in their day-to-day lives to improve their relationship.

​

• Addressing negative patterns: The Gottman Method focuses on identifying negative patterns in the relationship and working to change them. This can include things like criticism, defensiveness, and stonewalling.

​

• Strengthening friendship and intimacy: The Gottman Method emphasizes the importance of friendship and intimacy in a relationship. The therapist works with the couple to help them build a strong foundation of friendship and intimacy.

​

• Setting goals: The therapist works with the couple to set goals for their relationship and develop a plan to achieve those goals.

​

Overall, couples therapy using the Gottman Method can be a powerful tool for helping couples improve their relationship. By learning new skills, addressing negative patterns, and strengthening their friendship and intimacy, couples can build a stronger, healthier, and more fulfilling relationship.