Gottman Method Therapists in 68512
Apryl Benedict
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lincoln, NE 68512
I admire you for being brave. Life can be so overwhelming, scary, emotional, and confusing. I'm here to walk you through changes, transitions, and help you to gain insight and perspectives. I'm here to help you build confidence to be the catalyst for change in your own life and to feel like the expert and leader of your world. I'm happy to work with you on your goals and help you find your way through life so that you can be your full, authentic, and successful self. I enjoy helping clients to feel empowered, learn about themselves, and to step into their power.
I admire you for being brave. Life can be so overwhelming, scary, emotional, and confusing. I'm here to walk you through changes, transitions, and help you to gain insight and perspectives. I'm here to help you build confidence to be the catalyst for change in your own life and to feel like the expert and leader of your world. I'm happy to work with you on your goals and help you find your way through life so that you can be your full, authentic, and successful self. I enjoy helping clients to feel empowered, learn about themselves, and to step into their power.
Susan Meyerle
Counselor, PhD, LIMHP, CEAP
Verified Verified
Lincoln, NE 68512
Not accepting new clients
I believe that the client should determine the goals for therapy, based on their particular concerns. Each client identifies how they would determine whether counseling was successful at the beginning of treatment. These become the therapeutic goals for our sessions. We typically meet weekly at the beginning of therapy and less frequently as therapy continues. Our sessions are 50 minutes long and we contract with most of the major insurance providers in the Lincoln, Nebraska area. We don't prescribe medications in our office and are happy to collaborate with medical providers and others (with a release of information).
I believe that the client should determine the goals for therapy, based on their particular concerns. Each client identifies how they would determine whether counseling was successful at the beginning of treatment. These become the therapeutic goals for our sessions. We typically meet weekly at the beginning of therapy and less frequently as therapy continues. Our sessions are 50 minutes long and we contract with most of the major insurance providers in the Lincoln, Nebraska area. We don't prescribe medications in our office and are happy to collaborate with medical providers and others (with a release of information).
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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.