Gottman Method Therapists in 80524

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Dr. Tasha Seiter, MS, PhD, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80524
I have nearly three hundred hours of advanced training and mentorship in the most effective couples therapy methods (Emotion-Focused and Gottman Method).
We are accepting new clients! We are relationship specialists! Patterns in relationships can keep partners unheard, frustrated, exhausted, and alone. It might be frequent fights, or conflict that escalates, or a desire for a deeper connection. I help couples with presentations ranging from moving past affairs and high conflict to premarital checkups. Together we can get to a clearer level of understanding and break out of your pattern. In nourishing a relationship, we build a safe haven of comfort and joy which gives the strength to face life challenges. This powerful force, called love, is the most important thing in this life.
I have nearly three hundred hours of advanced training and mentorship in the most effective couples therapy methods (Emotion-Focused and Gottman Method).
We are accepting new clients! We are relationship specialists! Patterns in relationships can keep partners unheard, frustrated, exhausted, and alone. It might be frequent fights, or conflict that escalates, or a desire for a deeper connection. I help couples with presentations ranging from moving past affairs and high conflict to premarital checkups. Together we can get to a clearer level of understanding and break out of your pattern. In nourishing a relationship, we build a safe haven of comfort and joy which gives the strength to face life challenges. This powerful force, called love, is the most important thing in this life.
(970) 299-9607 View (970) 299-9607
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Susan L Metzger
MS, MFA, MBA, Gottman
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80524
The key to success with the Gottman Method is two-fold.
My couples therapy clients are tired of fighting, and they’re tired of being disconnected. They are lonely, scared, sad, and angry that their vision of being coupled has not materialized. They feel unrecognized, and therefore unloved, by their partners. They may find communication is hindered by apathy or anger. Perhaps they’ve already decided to end things, and counseling is a last resort; or they are still committed to the relationship but know they need help.
The key to success with the Gottman Method is two-fold.
My couples therapy clients are tired of fighting, and they’re tired of being disconnected. They are lonely, scared, sad, and angry that their vision of being coupled has not materialized. They feel unrecognized, and therefore unloved, by their partners. They may find communication is hindered by apathy or anger. Perhaps they’ve already decided to end things, and counseling is a last resort; or they are still committed to the relationship but know they need help.
(970) 469-5226 View (970) 469-5226
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Couples and Child Therapist Eva Belzil, MS, MFTC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFTC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80524
My approach to couple, family, and individual therapy is a blend of Emotion-Focused Therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy while using a Trauma-Informed lens.
As humans, we are wired for connection. Life and relationships can become complicated for reasons such as unresolved conflict, stress, sadness, grief, or trauma. My goal as a therapist is to help you discover what it means to be authentically connected to your partner, your family, and yourself. Together in therapy, we will be intentional in discovering what needs aren’t yet being met in your life and relationship. Then, we will work together to build communication and emotion-based skills to achieve the healing and connection you deserve so that you can finally feel fulfilled. Let me guide you to be your best self.
My approach to couple, family, and individual therapy is a blend of Emotion-Focused Therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy while using a Trauma-Informed lens.
As humans, we are wired for connection. Life and relationships can become complicated for reasons such as unresolved conflict, stress, sadness, grief, or trauma. My goal as a therapist is to help you discover what it means to be authentically connected to your partner, your family, and yourself. Together in therapy, we will be intentional in discovering what needs aren’t yet being met in your life and relationship. Then, we will work together to build communication and emotion-based skills to achieve the healing and connection you deserve so that you can finally feel fulfilled. Let me guide you to be your best self.
(970) 507-8843 View (970) 507-8843
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Higher Sights - Medication, Therapy, EMDR
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCSW, LPC, LAC, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80524
Our therapists use EMDR, CBT, DBT, the Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and a combination of many more researched-based approaches specified for your unique needs.
Accepting New Clients! Schedule a free consultation instantly through our website in bio! We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
Our therapists use EMDR, CBT, DBT, the Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and a combination of many more researched-based approaches specified for your unique needs.
Accepting New Clients! Schedule a free consultation instantly through our website in bio! We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
(720) 804-0217 View (720) 804-0217
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Higher Sights - Therapy, EMDR & Med Management
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC, MFT, LAC, PMHNP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80524  (Online Only)
Our therapists use EMDR, CBT, DBT, the Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and a combination of many more researched-based approaches specified for your unique needs.
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings > book instantly through our website in bio! We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
Our therapists use EMDR, CBT, DBT, the Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and a combination of many more researched-based approaches specified for your unique needs.
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings > book instantly through our website in bio! We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
(720) 706-2972 View (720) 706-2972
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Higher Sights - Therapy, EMDR, & Med Management
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCSW, LPC, LAC, APRN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80524
Our therapists use EMDR, CBT, DBT, the Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and a combination of many more researched-based approaches specified for your unique needs.
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings, book instantly through our website in bio! We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
Our therapists use EMDR, CBT, DBT, the Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and a combination of many more researched-based approaches specified for your unique needs.
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings, book instantly through our website in bio! We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
(720) 547-2641 View (720) 547-2641
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Lacey Rae Pacheco
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80524
Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Inference Cognitive Behavior Therapy (I-CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Gottman Method for couples therapy (Levels 1 & 2), along with training in OCD and Exposure Response Prevention Therapy (ERP).
I have spent my career working with kids, adolescents and their families. I started my career as a high school English teacher, but ultimately realized my passion for mental health and helping adolescents manage their mental health in order to learn and engage fully. Inspired by my teaching experience, I pursued a Master's degree in School and Clinical Mental Health Counseling and transitioned from the role of classroom teacher to school counselor. I decided to leave the school system to follow my heart & work full-time for Kairos Wellness Collective in July 2022 shortly after Kairos opened its doors.
Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Inference Cognitive Behavior Therapy (I-CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Gottman Method for couples therapy (Levels 1 & 2), along with training in OCD and Exposure Response Prevention Therapy (ERP).
I have spent my career working with kids, adolescents and their families. I started my career as a high school English teacher, but ultimately realized my passion for mental health and helping adolescents manage their mental health in order to learn and engage fully. Inspired by my teaching experience, I pursued a Master's degree in School and Clinical Mental Health Counseling and transitioned from the role of classroom teacher to school counselor. I decided to leave the school system to follow my heart & work full-time for Kairos Wellness Collective in July 2022 shortly after Kairos opened its doors.
(720) 740-4774 View (720) 740-4774
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Higher Sights - Therapy, EMDR & Med Management
LCSW, LPC, LAC, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80524
Our therapists use EMDR, CBT, DBT, the Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and a combination of many more researched-based approaches specified for your unique needs.
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings, book instantly through our website in bio! We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
Our therapists use EMDR, CBT, DBT, the Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and a combination of many more researched-based approaches specified for your unique needs.
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings, book instantly through our website in bio! We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
(720) 465-7959 View (720) 465-7959
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Jayden Jackson
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80524
My belief is that while humans are innately relational beings, relationships are really hard! I help adults and couples create (and stick to!) their boundaries with friends, family, co-workers, and partner(s), grow communication skills, develop emotional understanding & expression, heal from current or past relational trauma, and navigate relational transitions such as separation, welcoming a child, and getting through Thanksgiving dinner!
My belief is that while humans are innately relational beings, relationships are really hard! I help adults and couples create (and stick to!) their boundaries with friends, family, co-workers, and partner(s), grow communication skills, develop emotional understanding & expression, heal from current or past relational trauma, and navigate relational transitions such as separation, welcoming a child, and getting through Thanksgiving dinner!
(970) 316-6206 View (970) 316-6206
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Annie Hennig
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80524
Waitlist for new clients
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I enjoy working with a variety of clients seeking guidance and support in managing challenges or transitions in life and within relationships. I work with individuals, couples, parents, and families who are seeking to improve their communication, coping, and ability to find satisfaction and confidence in working through challenges that affect them. My areas of interest include couples, maternal mental health, pregnancy-related issues, parenting, and self esteem.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I enjoy working with a variety of clients seeking guidance and support in managing challenges or transitions in life and within relationships. I work with individuals, couples, parents, and families who are seeking to improve their communication, coping, and ability to find satisfaction and confidence in working through challenges that affect them. My areas of interest include couples, maternal mental health, pregnancy-related issues, parenting, and self esteem.
(253) 993-4655 View (253) 993-4655
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Andrew R Tidrick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80524
I enjoy my work and clients a great deal. I take pleasure in life and am determined to bring a positive and supportive approach to our sessions while compassionately encouraging you to address the challenges you are facing. I am comfortable with a diverse array of clients and look forward to learning from you and your experiences. He proveido terapia en espanol desde 1997. Sientese libre contactarme para mas informacion.
I enjoy my work and clients a great deal. I take pleasure in life and am determined to bring a positive and supportive approach to our sessions while compassionately encouraging you to address the challenges you are facing. I am comfortable with a diverse array of clients and look forward to learning from you and your experiences. He proveido terapia en espanol desde 1997. Sientese libre contactarme para mas informacion.
(970) 366-4214 x2 View (970) 366-4214 x2
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Fulfill & Flourish Counseling and Coaching
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80524
I work with woman who are finding themselves through the phases of motherhood and beyond. Women truly make the world go round and yet we find ourselves exhausted, overworked, underpaid, overwhelmed, and overstimulated much of the time. This results in feeling disenchanted with our lives- bored and rundown, unsure, short tempered...simply not who we want to be showing up as. I have found with the right mentorship, guidance, and support we are able to tap into all the beautiful things that make us unique, which allows us to be the kind of women, mothers, wives, and friends we desire to be.
I work with woman who are finding themselves through the phases of motherhood and beyond. Women truly make the world go round and yet we find ourselves exhausted, overworked, underpaid, overwhelmed, and overstimulated much of the time. This results in feeling disenchanted with our lives- bored and rundown, unsure, short tempered...simply not who we want to be showing up as. I have found with the right mentorship, guidance, and support we are able to tap into all the beautiful things that make us unique, which allows us to be the kind of women, mothers, wives, and friends we desire to be.
(970) 440-2934 View (970) 440-2934
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Brittany McCrann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80524  (Online Only)
Brittany is a believer in partnering with clients through the use of compassionate collaboration, evidence-based techniques, and thoughtful encouragement from a strengths-based perspective. She specializes in maternal mental health, perinatal mental health intimate partner violence, intimate partner violence, depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, parenting struggles, grief and loss, relationship issues, sexual assault recovery, and other life stressors.
Brittany is a believer in partnering with clients through the use of compassionate collaboration, evidence-based techniques, and thoughtful encouragement from a strengths-based perspective. She specializes in maternal mental health, perinatal mental health intimate partner violence, intimate partner violence, depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, parenting struggles, grief and loss, relationship issues, sexual assault recovery, and other life stressors.
(970) 661-8879 View (970) 661-8879
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Jennifer Amano
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80524  (Online Only)
Finding a therapist can be very hard work but I can see that you are here and need support. Whether you are working through life transition, burn out from a stressful work, home environment, or trauma. I am here to help support you through your healing journey. I am currently accepting individual clients.
Finding a therapist can be very hard work but I can see that you are here and need support. Whether you are working through life transition, burn out from a stressful work, home environment, or trauma. I am here to help support you through your healing journey. I am currently accepting individual clients.
(970) 538-9013 View (970) 538-9013
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Marilyn MacIntyre
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80524  (Online Only)
I have been providing therapy in Northern Colorado to individuals, couples and families for over 30 years. The challenges of life can leave anyone feeling overwhelmed, tired, confused and worried. I work with individuals, couples and families for issues including anxiety, depression, trauma and challenging life events. My goal is to help you find your strengths and help you recover a balanced life. With the highest ethical standards and level of respect, I will provide you with a safe and compassionate environment to create a healthy therapeutic experience. I provide all sessions by Teletherapy saving you valuable time.
I have been providing therapy in Northern Colorado to individuals, couples and families for over 30 years. The challenges of life can leave anyone feeling overwhelmed, tired, confused and worried. I work with individuals, couples and families for issues including anxiety, depression, trauma and challenging life events. My goal is to help you find your strengths and help you recover a balanced life. With the highest ethical standards and level of respect, I will provide you with a safe and compassionate environment to create a healthy therapeutic experience. I provide all sessions by Teletherapy saving you valuable time.
(970) 315-4946 View (970) 315-4946
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Dr. Reagan Miller-Chagnon
PhD, MS, MFTC, RYS-200
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80524
Navigating challenges within life and relationships can be difficult when you are feeling disconnected and having trouble communicating. Sometimes it may even feel like you don’t know how you got to that point and what the next step might be. I can help you to take that next step! I work with individuals and couples to understand themselves better and to develop tools and insight that can be applied during everyday life. Through this work, I can help you to experience greater healing and compassion and to build more meaningful connections.
Navigating challenges within life and relationships can be difficult when you are feeling disconnected and having trouble communicating. Sometimes it may even feel like you don’t know how you got to that point and what the next step might be. I can help you to take that next step! I work with individuals and couples to understand themselves better and to develop tools and insight that can be applied during everyday life. Through this work, I can help you to experience greater healing and compassion and to build more meaningful connections.
(970) 627-6093 View (970) 627-6093
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Nate Biggs
Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate, MS, MFTC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80524
I work with couples, families, and individuals aged 12 or older. Couples have worked with me to address (pre-)marital counseling, conflict resolution, (re)discovering intimacy, and infidelity. Individual clients have seen me for help with perfectionism, burnout, grief, ADHD, self esteem, anxiety, depression, and relationships. New clients often tell me that they feel stuck either personally or with something in their relationship. My feedback-friendly style seems to work well for people who have found past therapy to be disappointing. I believe therapy is not just about managing distress but growing beyond to truly thrive.
I work with couples, families, and individuals aged 12 or older. Couples have worked with me to address (pre-)marital counseling, conflict resolution, (re)discovering intimacy, and infidelity. Individual clients have seen me for help with perfectionism, burnout, grief, ADHD, self esteem, anxiety, depression, and relationships. New clients often tell me that they feel stuck either personally or with something in their relationship. My feedback-friendly style seems to work well for people who have found past therapy to be disappointing. I believe therapy is not just about managing distress but growing beyond to truly thrive.
(970) 538-8139 View (970) 538-8139
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Ryan Hennig
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT , MHP
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80524
Life creates many obstacles and we do our best to provide balance in our lives. Families can be in need of more efficient structure and boundaries. Couples experience hurt and difficulties when attempting to communicate feelings and work through yesterday and today's problems. My specialties include, but are not limited to, working with high conflict couples, infidelity, working through past resentments and managing conflict in a productive manner. I am currently taking classes to become a certified sex therapist. I work with individuals, couples and families to help them strengthen their relationships with others.
Life creates many obstacles and we do our best to provide balance in our lives. Families can be in need of more efficient structure and boundaries. Couples experience hurt and difficulties when attempting to communicate feelings and work through yesterday and today's problems. My specialties include, but are not limited to, working with high conflict couples, infidelity, working through past resentments and managing conflict in a productive manner. I am currently taking classes to become a certified sex therapist. I work with individuals, couples and families to help them strengthen their relationships with others.
(970) 219-6694 View (970) 219-6694
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Ashley Lauren (Dubois) Van Vonderen
Licensed Professional Counselor, BA, MS, LPC, RYT-500
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80524  (Online Only)
Do you often feel anxious, disconnected, depressed, or burned out? Maybe you're struggling to function in daily life, and responding to triggers with helpful coping skills. I help highly sensitive, creative, and compassionate people like you get “unstuck” by harnessing their inner resources, processing trauma, and reconnecting to the empowerment of personal values, authenticity, and compassion.
Do you often feel anxious, disconnected, depressed, or burned out? Maybe you're struggling to function in daily life, and responding to triggers with helpful coping skills. I help highly sensitive, creative, and compassionate people like you get “unstuck” by harnessing their inner resources, processing trauma, and reconnecting to the empowerment of personal values, authenticity, and compassion.
(720) 704-1839 View (720) 704-1839
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Julia Margaret Landis
Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80524
Welcome to my website. My name is Julia Landis and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults in many settings and I have successfully treated a wide range of problems and concerns that arise in the field of mental health. I have worked as a therapist for more than twenty-five years and have provided individual, family, and couples counseling. I have worked with children and adolescents and their divorced parents experiencing difficulty due to parental loss and divorce. Early in my career I helped young adults change self-destructive behaviors including , substance abuse, and eating disorders.
Welcome to my website. My name is Julia Landis and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults in many settings and I have successfully treated a wide range of problems and concerns that arise in the field of mental health. I have worked as a therapist for more than twenty-five years and have provided individual, family, and couples counseling. I have worked with children and adolescents and their divorced parents experiencing difficulty due to parental loss and divorce. Early in my career I helped young adults change self-destructive behaviors including , substance abuse, and eating disorders.
(970) 672-1800 View (970) 672-1800
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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.