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Maray Counselling
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Shelburne, ON L0N
I have training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy for individuals and couples as well as Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
Are you dealing with stress? Depression? Anxiety? Have thoughts of a past trauma keeping you awake at night? Are you having trouble concentrating at work? Are you and your partner fighting more than usual? Counselling can help! I can help! I am experienced in the field of couple counselling, parenting, sexuality issues, as well as issues such as depression, anxiety and stress. I have over 30 years of experience working with children, individuals of all ages and youth. I use a mixture of various therapies as I understand that you are unique and I will work with you in finding the best therapy type for you.
I have training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy for individuals and couples as well as Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
Are you dealing with stress? Depression? Anxiety? Have thoughts of a past trauma keeping you awake at night? Are you having trouble concentrating at work? Are you and your partner fighting more than usual? Counselling can help! I can help! I am experienced in the field of couple counselling, parenting, sexuality issues, as well as issues such as depression, anxiety and stress. I have over 30 years of experience working with children, individuals of all ages and youth. I use a mixture of various therapies as I understand that you are unique and I will work with you in finding the best therapy type for you.
(226) 457-2384 View (226) 457-2384
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Alivia Solutions Psychotherapy and Wellness
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orangeville, ON L9W
Specialties include: Depression, Anxiety & Stress, Self Esteem & Confidence, Life Transitions, Relationship Support, Infidelity, Marriage Support, Women's Health, Isolation & Loneliness, Boundary Setting, Grief & Loss, Body Image, Trauma & PTSD + Much More! Specializing in Child Play Therapy, Gottman Method (couples therapy); Mindfulness & Sound Therapy.
We're Alivia Solutions, a passionate & dedicated team of professionals help toddlers, children, youth, adults, families and couples deal with life issues. We believe that therapy is for everyone not just when you are in crisis. Therapy is a way to get unstuck from old patterns that no longer serve you. Life is uncertain & full of twists and turns. Parenting is hard. Relationships take work. Families can be dysfunctional. And sometimes love hurts. When we are confronted with feelings, events, or issues that make our life challenging - it’s ok to ask for help. We provide a safe in person and virtual space to be able to HEAL!
Specialties include: Depression, Anxiety & Stress, Self Esteem & Confidence, Life Transitions, Relationship Support, Infidelity, Marriage Support, Women's Health, Isolation & Loneliness, Boundary Setting, Grief & Loss, Body Image, Trauma & PTSD + Much More! Specializing in Child Play Therapy, Gottman Method (couples therapy); Mindfulness & Sound Therapy.
We're Alivia Solutions, a passionate & dedicated team of professionals help toddlers, children, youth, adults, families and couples deal with life issues. We believe that therapy is for everyone not just when you are in crisis. Therapy is a way to get unstuck from old patterns that no longer serve you. Life is uncertain & full of twists and turns. Parenting is hard. Relationships take work. Families can be dysfunctional. And sometimes love hurts. When we are confronted with feelings, events, or issues that make our life challenging - it’s ok to ask for help. We provide a safe in person and virtual space to be able to HEAL!
(548) 800-1728 View (548) 800-1728
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Salwa Mawji
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Kleinburg, ON L0J
My therapeutic approach is informed by Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) , Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Emotion Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, and the Gottman Method.
Welcome to Therapy Heals! I have worked with individuals, children/adolescents, young adults, couples, families, and groups in a variety of capacities. My expertise is in anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, parenting challenges, self-esteem issues, stress and relationship difficulties. I am known for my compassionate, strengths-based approach and my ability to not only help my clients navigate through life stressors, but also to explore ways to live more meaningfully and purposefully.
My therapeutic approach is informed by Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) , Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Emotion Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, and the Gottman Method.
Welcome to Therapy Heals! I have worked with individuals, children/adolescents, young adults, couples, families, and groups in a variety of capacities. My expertise is in anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, parenting challenges, self-esteem issues, stress and relationship difficulties. I am known for my compassionate, strengths-based approach and my ability to not only help my clients navigate through life stressors, but also to explore ways to live more meaningfully and purposefully.
(888) 340-4325 View (888) 340-4325
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Sylwia Domanski
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orangeville, ON L9W
I am a Registered Psychotherapist, and I am currently offering in-person therapy, or fully online from anywhere in Ontario. I provide an eclectic, client-centered approach to counselling, using best-practices and various treatment methods on a highly individualized basis. I am trained in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Mindfulness Based practices, Solution Focused, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Somatic Modality. I also have a background working with individuals with dual diagnoses, including Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Geriatric, Dementia and complex special needs.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist, and I am currently offering in-person therapy, or fully online from anywhere in Ontario. I provide an eclectic, client-centered approach to counselling, using best-practices and various treatment methods on a highly individualized basis. I am trained in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Mindfulness Based practices, Solution Focused, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Somatic Modality. I also have a background working with individuals with dual diagnoses, including Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Geriatric, Dementia and complex special needs.
(548) 800-1822 View (548) 800-1822
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Samantha Attinello
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Orangeville, ON L9W
It is hard to remember what it felt like to be relaxed and free of worry. Life stressors feel like they are piling up and you don't know where to start. Do you feel like you are losing control and constantly imagining the worst case scenario? Have these feelings caused you to avoid your family and friends? Are you struggling to communicate with your partner without shutting down or getting angry? Are you feeling consumed by feeling anxious that it is harder to eat or sleep? Going through life's ups and downs can be exhausting and stressful.
It is hard to remember what it felt like to be relaxed and free of worry. Life stressors feel like they are piling up and you don't know where to start. Do you feel like you are losing control and constantly imagining the worst case scenario? Have these feelings caused you to avoid your family and friends? Are you struggling to communicate with your partner without shutting down or getting angry? Are you feeling consumed by feeling anxious that it is harder to eat or sleep? Going through life's ups and downs can be exhausting and stressful.
(226) 916-5534 View (226) 916-5534
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Marci Gray -Social Worker Emdr Psychotherapist
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Caledon, ON L7E
What are you going through? Let’s work together to sort it out, make steps towards recovery, & come to resolution and healing. In a safe and non-judgemental space we focus on your challenges, symptoms and needs. Whether you are seeking individual, couple, or family therapy we can engage in the most appropriate therapeutic solutions for you. I have 20 years experience in the field and have specialized training in treatment for anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, OCD, PTSD, & trauma in addition to couples therapy. I’m trained in EMDR, CBT, DBT, EFT etc. I am also the therapist for therapists.
What are you going through? Let’s work together to sort it out, make steps towards recovery, & come to resolution and healing. In a safe and non-judgemental space we focus on your challenges, symptoms and needs. Whether you are seeking individual, couple, or family therapy we can engage in the most appropriate therapeutic solutions for you. I have 20 years experience in the field and have specialized training in treatment for anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, OCD, PTSD, & trauma in addition to couples therapy. I’m trained in EMDR, CBT, DBT, EFT etc. I am also the therapist for therapists.
(647) 360-2175 View (647) 360-2175
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Delanie Jane Sanginesi
Registered Psychotherapist, BEd, MEd , MA , RP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Caledon, ON L7K
Currently taking female/female-identifying clients only. Often, what gets in the way of having a meaningful, fulfilling life can be unresolved internal barriers that we might not even be aware of. Relational psychotherapy provides a place where we can explore these patterns, beliefs, and narratives, begin to author a new story, foster new awareness, and equip ourselves with a new set of tools. Ultimately, psychotherapy creates a space for the transformation we are yearning for. Using a number of integrative approaches, I help clients move closer to their potential - freeing them from unhelpful narratives and behaviours.
Currently taking female/female-identifying clients only. Often, what gets in the way of having a meaningful, fulfilling life can be unresolved internal barriers that we might not even be aware of. Relational psychotherapy provides a place where we can explore these patterns, beliefs, and narratives, begin to author a new story, foster new awareness, and equip ourselves with a new set of tools. Ultimately, psychotherapy creates a space for the transformation we are yearning for. Using a number of integrative approaches, I help clients move closer to their potential - freeing them from unhelpful narratives and behaviours.
(289) 272-7373 View (289) 272-7373
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Gloria Segovia
Registered Psychotherapist, MSW, RSW, CRPO
Verified Verified
Orangeville, ON L9W
Therapy can benefit everyone, but it isn't solely beneficial after a traumatic experience, abuse, anxiety, or a major life change - it can help in everyday life, too! Many highly successful people use therapy to be more productive in goal setting, self-acceptance, and stress management. If you need compassionate support and are ready to commit to change, then I am your therapist. As a Gottman level 1/2 trained Couples therapist Providing & conducting a comprehensive assessment of the relationship, I provide couples with tools and strategies that address a wide range of issues.
Therapy can benefit everyone, but it isn't solely beneficial after a traumatic experience, abuse, anxiety, or a major life change - it can help in everyday life, too! Many highly successful people use therapy to be more productive in goal setting, self-acceptance, and stress management. If you need compassionate support and are ready to commit to change, then I am your therapist. As a Gottman level 1/2 trained Couples therapist Providing & conducting a comprehensive assessment of the relationship, I provide couples with tools and strategies that address a wide range of issues.
(226) 702-8598 View (226) 702-8598
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Iveta Polonsky
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kleinburg, ON L0J
Welcome to Therapy Heals! As a psychodynamic psychotherapist, I believe in creating a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space for self-exploration and healing. My client-centered, strength-based, and culturally sensitive approach focuses on providing my clients the means to better understand themselves and their experiences. I work collaboratively with each client, tailoring treatment to their unique needs. My work involves exploration of thoughts, feelings, patterns, and ways of relating to others, as well as building strength, resiliency, and skills to navigate through difficult times and reach desired goals.
Welcome to Therapy Heals! As a psychodynamic psychotherapist, I believe in creating a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space for self-exploration and healing. My client-centered, strength-based, and culturally sensitive approach focuses on providing my clients the means to better understand themselves and their experiences. I work collaboratively with each client, tailoring treatment to their unique needs. My work involves exploration of thoughts, feelings, patterns, and ways of relating to others, as well as building strength, resiliency, and skills to navigate through difficult times and reach desired goals.
(289) 724-2489 View (289) 724-2489
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Kathleen Killen
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Caledon East, ON L7C
Imagine how you would feel if you could sit down with your partner, discuss a challenging topic, and find a way forward together. Wouldn’t that help you feel so much safer and more secure, no matter what you were going through? Longing for these types of feelings and interactions in your relationship is perfectly natural. In fact, the fact that you are reading this shows that you have the desire and potential to grow.
Imagine how you would feel if you could sit down with your partner, discuss a challenging topic, and find a way forward together. Wouldn’t that help you feel so much safer and more secure, no matter what you were going through? Longing for these types of feelings and interactions in your relationship is perfectly natural. In fact, the fact that you are reading this shows that you have the desire and potential to grow.
(289) 205-7558 View (289) 205-7558
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Lisa Taylor
Registered Social Worker, RSW, BSW, B Ed, OCT
Verified Verified
Erin, ON N0B
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you looking to find the balance between work, home, kids, yourself? Are you dealing with changes in your life that are causing you to be more anxious or stressed?
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you looking to find the balance between work, home, kids, yourself? Are you dealing with changes in your life that are causing you to be more anxious or stressed?
(226) 706-9932 View (226) 706-9932
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Shimone DeNiese
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Caledon, ON L7C
Welcome! I am passionate about supporting you on your transformative journey to healing and self-discovery. I am here to assist in creating the positive change you desire, or to be there to hold space for anything you need to let go of or work through. Seeking help can be overwhelming, but I am dedicated to creating a safe and accepting environment for my clients. I value open communication and want you to feel supported throughout your therapeutic journey.
Welcome! I am passionate about supporting you on your transformative journey to healing and self-discovery. I am here to assist in creating the positive change you desire, or to be there to hold space for anything you need to let go of or work through. Seeking help can be overwhelming, but I am dedicated to creating a safe and accepting environment for my clients. I value open communication and want you to feel supported throughout your therapeutic journey.
(289) 778-0397 View (289) 778-0397
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Claire Silvester
Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, MSc, RP, CHRE
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Caledon, ON L7K
Sit with me in person or dial in virtually across Canada is step one. It’s complementary. Step two we work together on what’s hurting you, maybe relationships, work roadblocks, grief or transitions. It takes bravery to say please help, it’s not unusual that there is no apparent reason. It is ok to need a listening ear to open up new choices on how to live life. It’s ok to need to download, telling me your life’s pressures starts from the get go. Need to relax, I have just the thing ask about experiencing deep relaxation “Let it go”. Virtual throughout Canada, connect for the confidential support you deserve most provinces covered.
Sit with me in person or dial in virtually across Canada is step one. It’s complementary. Step two we work together on what’s hurting you, maybe relationships, work roadblocks, grief or transitions. It takes bravery to say please help, it’s not unusual that there is no apparent reason. It is ok to need a listening ear to open up new choices on how to live life. It’s ok to need to download, telling me your life’s pressures starts from the get go. Need to relax, I have just the thing ask about experiencing deep relaxation “Let it go”. Virtual throughout Canada, connect for the confidential support you deserve most provinces covered.
(647) 371-0092 View (647) 371-0092
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Adelle Volpone
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Caledon East, ON L0N  (Online Only)
I am an experienced and skilled therapist specializing in working with high-performance professionals, athletes, and couples. With an understanding of the unique pressures and demands faced by individuals striving for excellence, I am committed to helping clients navigate the psychological challenges inherent in all environments. Drawing upon my extensive training and 18 plus years of experience, I employ a holistic approach that integrates therapeutic techniques with practical strategies for optimizing mental performance and for enhancing relationships.
I am an experienced and skilled therapist specializing in working with high-performance professionals, athletes, and couples. With an understanding of the unique pressures and demands faced by individuals striving for excellence, I am committed to helping clients navigate the psychological challenges inherent in all environments. Drawing upon my extensive training and 18 plus years of experience, I employ a holistic approach that integrates therapeutic techniques with practical strategies for optimizing mental performance and for enhancing relationships.
(249) 503-3474 View (249) 503-3474
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Christina Dhaliwal
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RN, RP
Verified Verified
Orangeville, ON L9W
Wondering how to move forward after losing a pregnancy through miscarriage, stillbirth or an abortion? Facing a first or subsequent pregnancy feeling alone, anxious or depressed? Experiencing grief through infertility, illness or major life changes? Your feelings, worries and thoughts are important and getting the right support can help you to move forward with confidence, peace and strength.
Wondering how to move forward after losing a pregnancy through miscarriage, stillbirth or an abortion? Facing a first or subsequent pregnancy feeling alone, anxious or depressed? Experiencing grief through infertility, illness or major life changes? Your feelings, worries and thoughts are important and getting the right support can help you to move forward with confidence, peace and strength.
(365) 800-6603 View (365) 800-6603

Online Therapists

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Maxine Bower
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6N
With couples and constellations, I use the Gottman Method.
My practice is client centered, meaning collaboration is an integral part of my work. Your identities, life experiences, values, and goals are all welcomed in the room when working with me. In our work together, I will be direct, gentle, exploratory and results oriented. I am best suited to supporting folks with relationship challenges, mood disorders (anxiety, depression, etc.), shame, low self-worth, issues related to race, gender, sexuality, and identity, life transitions, and chronic stress.
With couples and constellations, I use the Gottman Method.
My practice is client centered, meaning collaboration is an integral part of my work. Your identities, life experiences, values, and goals are all welcomed in the room when working with me. In our work together, I will be direct, gentle, exploratory and results oriented. I am best suited to supporting folks with relationship challenges, mood disorders (anxiety, depression, etc.), shame, low self-worth, issues related to race, gender, sexuality, and identity, life transitions, and chronic stress.
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Isabel Thorman
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Oakville, ON L6J
I most often draw upon CBT techniques, as well as Emotion-Focused and Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
Clients of all ages come to me with a range of concerns, such as marital problems, mood disorders, relationship challenges, parenting struggles and other disturbances. They want the opportunity to tell their stories without judgment, to be asked the right questions, and be heard and understood. With this in mind, clients are assisted in identifying clear attainable goals for personal change in a collaborative manner, and empirically validated methods are used to help them achieve their goals.
I most often draw upon CBT techniques, as well as Emotion-Focused and Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
Clients of all ages come to me with a range of concerns, such as marital problems, mood disorders, relationship challenges, parenting struggles and other disturbances. They want the opportunity to tell their stories without judgment, to be asked the right questions, and be heard and understood. With this in mind, clients are assisted in identifying clear attainable goals for personal change in a collaborative manner, and empirically validated methods are used to help them achieve their goals.
(647) 493-8092 View (647) 493-8092
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Tonya McKee
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Orillia, ON L3V
Since 2009 my life work and passion is supporting couples, individuals and families to live skillfully using ACT, CBT, Gottman Method, and Strengths based approaches.
There are many life changes that bring people to meet with a counsellor. Whether you are seeking to manage your anger, depression, anxiety or to cope with a crisis in you and your family/marriage or build more interpersonal communication skills. I provide counselling for Individuals, marriage or couples therapy. There are many tools that can help you cope with stressful events. Together we can build a treatment plan that meets your goals. Taking the first step to call can be overwhelming, it can also be rewarding when you find that there are tools available to help with achieving your goals.
Since 2009 my life work and passion is supporting couples, individuals and families to live skillfully using ACT, CBT, Gottman Method, and Strengths based approaches.
There are many life changes that bring people to meet with a counsellor. Whether you are seeking to manage your anger, depression, anxiety or to cope with a crisis in you and your family/marriage or build more interpersonal communication skills. I provide counselling for Individuals, marriage or couples therapy. There are many tools that can help you cope with stressful events. Together we can build a treatment plan that meets your goals. Taking the first step to call can be overwhelming, it can also be rewarding when you find that there are tools available to help with achieving your goals.
(249) 503-3693 View (249) 503-3693
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Elite Counselling & Consulting - Kameela Osman
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, C Hyp, PMH-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bowmanville, ON L1C  (Online Only)
Kameela has training in a multiple modalities for therapy, including CBT, ACT, Hypnotherapy, and the Gottman Method of Couples Therapy Level 1 & 2.
When we’re caught in the struggle we can feel hopeless. We may notice things that use to help aren’t helping. We may have lost motivation to try, as a result of this. It’s common to get caught in the suggestions of others, or online searching for something that may help. We may not know where to start but know, we don’t want to keep feeling/thinking/living as is. Therapy services can help us find a starting point, then develop a plan and act on making change, all while supported by a regulated professional in the field.
Kameela has training in a multiple modalities for therapy, including CBT, ACT, Hypnotherapy, and the Gottman Method of Couples Therapy Level 1 & 2.
When we’re caught in the struggle we can feel hopeless. We may notice things that use to help aren’t helping. We may have lost motivation to try, as a result of this. It’s common to get caught in the suggestions of others, or online searching for something that may help. We may not know where to start but know, we don’t want to keep feeling/thinking/living as is. Therapy services can help us find a starting point, then develop a plan and act on making change, all while supported by a regulated professional in the field.
(905) 419-3242 View (905) 419-3242
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Stacy Kirkbride
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Niagara Falls, ON L2E  (Online Only)
I use an empathic and trauma-informed approach which draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy, as well as Gottman Method and existential approaches.
Accepting New Clients! Navigating life’s challenges can be hard and often needs support. I am a Registered Psychotherapist and Recreation Therapist with experience supporting people with a wide range of concerns from depression, anxiety, panic and phobias, and relationship issues. I enjoy supporting people through difficult life transitions, coping with chronic pain and illness, grief, interpersonal challenges, limiting self-beliefs and low self-confidence. I work with both individuals and couples to build healthier more meaningful relationships by enhancing connection, communication, and understanding.
I use an empathic and trauma-informed approach which draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy, as well as Gottman Method and existential approaches.
Accepting New Clients! Navigating life’s challenges can be hard and often needs support. I am a Registered Psychotherapist and Recreation Therapist with experience supporting people with a wide range of concerns from depression, anxiety, panic and phobias, and relationship issues. I enjoy supporting people through difficult life transitions, coping with chronic pain and illness, grief, interpersonal challenges, limiting self-beliefs and low self-confidence. I work with both individuals and couples to build healthier more meaningful relationships by enhancing connection, communication, and understanding.
(249) 492-9937 View (249) 492-9937
Gottman Method Counsellors

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 analysed 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 randomised 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.