Gottman Method Therapists in 81230

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Shelby Mainville
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LAC
Verified Verified
Gunnison, CO 81230
Hi! I am a licensed clinical social worker and licensed addiction counselor that specializes in working with folks with substance use disorders, dual diagnosis, bi polar, ADHD, and more! My goal as a therapist is always to help my clients build a life they want to live through empowerment, a systems lens, and integrating many therapeutic modalities to serve each individual client.
Hi! I am a licensed clinical social worker and licensed addiction counselor that specializes in working with folks with substance use disorders, dual diagnosis, bi polar, ADHD, and more! My goal as a therapist is always to help my clients build a life they want to live through empowerment, a systems lens, and integrating many therapeutic modalities to serve each individual client.
(970) 361-5943 View (970) 361-5943
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Crested Butte Counseling Service, LLC
Counselor, MS, LPC, LLC
Verified Verified
Gunnison, CO 81230
Waitlist for new clients
Crested Butte Counseling Service, LLC, provides Holistic Psychotherapy for all ages. Jean Bell-Dumas, M.S.,LPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado. She has been a Mental Health Counselor in Gunnison Valley for 20+ years, and is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and Hypnosis, with much experience in working with: Depression, Anxiety, Relational Issues, Trauma, Stress, PTSD, Parenting Issues, Anger Management, ADHD, Eating Disorders, Autism, Addictions, Growth, & Spiritual Issues. If you have a counseling need, and would like to reach your goals for greater health and happiness, call for a brief consult.
Crested Butte Counseling Service, LLC, provides Holistic Psychotherapy for all ages. Jean Bell-Dumas, M.S.,LPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado. She has been a Mental Health Counselor in Gunnison Valley for 20+ years, and is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and Hypnosis, with much experience in working with: Depression, Anxiety, Relational Issues, Trauma, Stress, PTSD, Parenting Issues, Anger Management, ADHD, Eating Disorders, Autism, Addictions, Growth, & Spiritual Issues. If you have a counseling need, and would like to reach your goals for greater health and happiness, call for a brief consult.
(970) 387-8976 View (970) 387-8976
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Marcie Telander-East River Counseling
MA, NLC, CGP, DAPA, REAT
Verified Verified
Gunnison, CO 81230
Together we will draw from a rich range of compassionate, holistic, action-oriented services that launch you into the enriched life, relationships, communication and confidence you are seeking. As a full-service, highly-experienced private practitioner I'm honored to support you, your partner, children, family--at the caring point where Nurture meets Nature. Always honoring your confidentiality while bringing together perennial wisdom and cutting-edge knowledge. For Life, Love and Letting go! 38 years serving the life-transforming needs of the fine folks of Gunnison Cty, CO, and residents of New Mexico.
Together we will draw from a rich range of compassionate, holistic, action-oriented services that launch you into the enriched life, relationships, communication and confidence you are seeking. As a full-service, highly-experienced private practitioner I'm honored to support you, your partner, children, family--at the caring point where Nurture meets Nature. Always honoring your confidentiality while bringing together perennial wisdom and cutting-edge knowledge. For Life, Love and Letting go! 38 years serving the life-transforming needs of the fine folks of Gunnison Cty, CO, and residents of New Mexico.
(970) 239-0276 View (970) 239-0276
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Rachael Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Gunnison, CO 81230  (Online Only)
Everyone else is making progress in life while you’re standing still. Painful reminders sit like a suffocating weight on your chest, preventing you from taking action. The nagging voice in your head never lets up. “You’re not good enough. Just give up already.” The worst part is you’re starting to believe it. You don’t feel worthy of love, so you settle for unfulfilling relationships. You’re so stuck in the past that it’s impossible to focus on the future. There must be more to life than this! You know that something needs to change.
Everyone else is making progress in life while you’re standing still. Painful reminders sit like a suffocating weight on your chest, preventing you from taking action. The nagging voice in your head never lets up. “You’re not good enough. Just give up already.” The worst part is you’re starting to believe it. You don’t feel worthy of love, so you settle for unfulfilling relationships. You’re so stuck in the past that it’s impossible to focus on the future. There must be more to life than this! You know that something needs to change.
(719) 882-1565 View (719) 882-1565
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Gay Garner
LPCC, MFTC, NCC, EFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gunnison, CO 81230
Waitlist for new clients
If you want closer relationships with your partner, family members, and friends I can help with couples and family counseling. If you are willing to dig into the cause of relational distance to become unstuck, we can move toward connection together. If you want hope and a path to healing divisions and family issues I want to help you achieve peace. I want your relationships to give you better wellbeing and security.
If you want closer relationships with your partner, family members, and friends I can help with couples and family counseling. If you are willing to dig into the cause of relational distance to become unstuck, we can move toward connection together. If you want hope and a path to healing divisions and family issues I want to help you achieve peace. I want your relationships to give you better wellbeing and security.
(970) 251-1920 View (970) 251-1920

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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.