Gottman Method Therapists in Uptown, Charlotte, NC

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Sherry L Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Uptown, Charlotte, NC 28201  (Online Only)
I have training in the Gottman Method for couples (level 1 & 2), EMDR and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) for individuals, both of which can be used for a variety of issues.
At the Light Source Center for Healing, we believe relationships form our life experience. The therapists at the Center each bring advanced training, combined with their own unique intuition, empathy and energy to the therapeutic relationship in order to help you change your relationship patterns, and thus, improve your life. Whether you need help “fixing your picker” in your dating relationships, want to improve communication in an existing relationship, heal from betrayal trauma or finally deal with the issues from your past that seem to plague all of your relationships, we can help. We serve clients virtually in NC & SC.
I have training in the Gottman Method for couples (level 1 & 2), EMDR and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) for individuals, both of which can be used for a variety of issues.
At the Light Source Center for Healing, we believe relationships form our life experience. The therapists at the Center each bring advanced training, combined with their own unique intuition, empathy and energy to the therapeutic relationship in order to help you change your relationship patterns, and thus, improve your life. Whether you need help “fixing your picker” in your dating relationships, want to improve communication in an existing relationship, heal from betrayal trauma or finally deal with the issues from your past that seem to plague all of your relationships, we can help. We serve clients virtually in NC & SC.
(864) 365-1348 View (864) 365-1348
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Claire Whigham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-A
Verified Verified
Uptown, Charlotte, NC 28202
In session, I frequently draw upon mindfulness-based interventions, somatic experiencing, emotionally focused therapy, family systems theory, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, The Gottman Method, embodiment, and attachment theory.
I’m guided by my belief in the eternal worth and inherent wisdom of each person. Each individual is the expert of their own experience, and, within each of us, lies an immense power for self-healing. My therapeutic style can be described as warm, collaborative, and experiential. I view my role in this process as a facilitator, working alongside individuals as they reflect upon their experiences, broaden their awareness, and investigate ongoing behavioral patterns. Together, we may begin to freely explore prevailing paradigms and construct a more personalized path forward.
In session, I frequently draw upon mindfulness-based interventions, somatic experiencing, emotionally focused therapy, family systems theory, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, The Gottman Method, embodiment, and attachment theory.
I’m guided by my belief in the eternal worth and inherent wisdom of each person. Each individual is the expert of their own experience, and, within each of us, lies an immense power for self-healing. My therapeutic style can be described as warm, collaborative, and experiential. I view my role in this process as a facilitator, working alongside individuals as they reflect upon their experiences, broaden their awareness, and investigate ongoing behavioral patterns. Together, we may begin to freely explore prevailing paradigms and construct a more personalized path forward.
(828) 548-4178 View (828) 548-4178
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Remedy Sense Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, LCSW
Verified Verified
Uptown, Charlotte, NC 28201
We are trained in methods such as EMDR, CBT, Gottman Method and other evidence-based treatment modes.
Visit our website at remedysensecounseling.com! We believe that everyone deserves mental health. At times when the responsibilities of life appear to be overwhelming, and you contemplate what it is you are wanting to do, it can help to have a therapist who understands and can help you find your path. We understand what it means to struggle and how the histories of our lives can greatly impact who we are today and how we are facing our challenges. We welcome clients who desire to gain insight into who they are, move forward in the struggles they are facing and a willingness to embrace change.
We are trained in methods such as EMDR, CBT, Gottman Method and other evidence-based treatment modes.
Visit our website at remedysensecounseling.com! We believe that everyone deserves mental health. At times when the responsibilities of life appear to be overwhelming, and you contemplate what it is you are wanting to do, it can help to have a therapist who understands and can help you find your path. We understand what it means to struggle and how the histories of our lives can greatly impact who we are today and how we are facing our challenges. We welcome clients who desire to gain insight into who they are, move forward in the struggles they are facing and a willingness to embrace change.
(704) 360-5265 View (704) 360-5265
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Laila Alsaffar Daniel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC, CCMHC, CADC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Uptown, Charlotte, NC 28233  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My typical client sees me for Telehealth, self-pay sessions during their workday to seek better ways to grow, communicate & improve their relationships. Many of my clients are normal or higher functioning adults leading successful lives simply wanting to thrive in life! I also see clients struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD and mood disorders. Telehealth couple's counseling is a unique niche as well. I've completed Level 3 Practicum Training In Gottman Method Couples Therapy. Couples may be in different locations as long as they are calling in from a state I'm licensed to work. I've worked with a variety of couples since '08.
My typical client sees me for Telehealth, self-pay sessions during their workday to seek better ways to grow, communicate & improve their relationships. Many of my clients are normal or higher functioning adults leading successful lives simply wanting to thrive in life! I also see clients struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD and mood disorders. Telehealth couple's counseling is a unique niche as well. I've completed Level 3 Practicum Training In Gottman Method Couples Therapy. Couples may be in different locations as long as they are calling in from a state I'm licensed to work. I've worked with a variety of couples since '08.
(910) 720-6830 View (910) 720-6830
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Elizabeth Reed, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Uptown, Charlotte, NC 28201  (Online Only)
In couples therapy, I specialize in the Gottman Method (trained at level 2) and Emotionally Focused therapy, considered "gold standard" treatment for couples.
I offer services from two separate practices: my solo practice, where I serve Individuals with mental health diagnoses and accept insurance; and my couples specialty practice, "Relationship Repair" where I offer non-medical couples therapy and aid folks in healing their pain points and getting the relationship they want, and that practice is private pay only. Please indicate which service you are interested in when contacting me. I welcome clients from all ethnic and religious (or non-religious) backgrounds, and am an ally to LGBTQIA+ clients. I am sex positive and poly/kink informed.
In couples therapy, I specialize in the Gottman Method (trained at level 2) and Emotionally Focused therapy, considered "gold standard" treatment for couples.
I offer services from two separate practices: my solo practice, where I serve Individuals with mental health diagnoses and accept insurance; and my couples specialty practice, "Relationship Repair" where I offer non-medical couples therapy and aid folks in healing their pain points and getting the relationship they want, and that practice is private pay only. Please indicate which service you are interested in when contacting me. I welcome clients from all ethnic and religious (or non-religious) backgrounds, and am an ally to LGBTQIA+ clients. I am sex positive and poly/kink informed.
(757) 267-9945 View (757) 267-9945
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Amanda Richardson
Counselor, MA, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Uptown, Charlotte, NC 28282  (Online Only)
Hello and Welcome! First and foremost, I'd like to commend you on taking the first step. Oftentimes the first step is the hardest, but... YOU'VE DONE IT! Often, I ask clients, “How do you eat an elephant?” After the looks of bewilderment subside, I am most often told, “You can’t”. As your counselor, it is my hope to show you that it can be accomplished. But how? "One small bite at a time." My ideal client is one who is willing to take a chance on becoming the absolute best version of themselves. It is my hope that in working together, we can tackle the stressors of everyday life and get back to living a fulfilled life.
Hello and Welcome! First and foremost, I'd like to commend you on taking the first step. Oftentimes the first step is the hardest, but... YOU'VE DONE IT! Often, I ask clients, “How do you eat an elephant?” After the looks of bewilderment subside, I am most often told, “You can’t”. As your counselor, it is my hope to show you that it can be accomplished. But how? "One small bite at a time." My ideal client is one who is willing to take a chance on becoming the absolute best version of themselves. It is my hope that in working together, we can tackle the stressors of everyday life and get back to living a fulfilled life.
(910) 390-8052 View (910) 390-8052
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Tim Martin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSAT, CMAT, CPTT, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Uptown, Charlotte, NC 28202  (Online Only)
Infidelity? Porn addiction? Sex addiction? Trauma? All of these issues can be tough to deal with, but I can help. I have specialized training so that you're not wasting your time and money. Not just talk, talk, talk that gets you nowhere. I used evidence-based treatments so that you're feeling better soon. As a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), a Certified Partner Trauma Therapist (CPTT), and a Certified Multiple Addiction Therapist (CMAT), I'm trained in many addictions, including substances. Most therapists aren't trained in all these issues. I offer EMDR, as well. There is hope. Together, we'll figure things out.
Infidelity? Porn addiction? Sex addiction? Trauma? All of these issues can be tough to deal with, but I can help. I have specialized training so that you're not wasting your time and money. Not just talk, talk, talk that gets you nowhere. I used evidence-based treatments so that you're feeling better soon. As a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), a Certified Partner Trauma Therapist (CPTT), and a Certified Multiple Addiction Therapist (CMAT), I'm trained in many addictions, including substances. Most therapists aren't trained in all these issues. I offer EMDR, as well. There is hope. Together, we'll figure things out.
(704) 397-3669 View (704) 397-3669
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Teshia Weeks Purvis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Uptown, Charlotte, NC 28202  (Online Only)
Accepting Telehealth Clients - Having difficulty with the people closest to you? Do you find that in spite of your best efforts to make relationships work, they just never do? Do you feel disconnected from everything and everyone around you?
Accepting Telehealth Clients - Having difficulty with the people closest to you? Do you find that in spite of your best efforts to make relationships work, they just never do? Do you feel disconnected from everything and everyone around you?
(252) 397-3744 View (252) 397-3744
Photo of Dr. Tom Murray Sex Therapist | Couples Counselor, Marriage & Family Therapist in Uptown, Charlotte, NC
Dr. Tom Murray Sex Therapist | Couples Counselor
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LCMHCS, CFMHE, CSTS
Verified Verified
15 Endorsed
Uptown, Charlotte, NC 28281
Should I stay or should I go? A huge question that's weighed on you. It keeps you up at night, stressing you out. Life would be so much easier if your relationship wasn't so hard. You wish you could communicate better; feel understood. But, damn, your shit and their shit get in the way. Not to mention the pressures of career, aging parents, or demanding children. It all gets thrown in the mix, leaving you exhausted, distracted, and disenchanted by the status quo. You want things to change (better sex, intimacy, connection); you're finally ready to take charge of your life in a new and meaningful way. You've come to the right place!
Should I stay or should I go? A huge question that's weighed on you. It keeps you up at night, stressing you out. Life would be so much easier if your relationship wasn't so hard. You wish you could communicate better; feel understood. But, damn, your shit and their shit get in the way. Not to mention the pressures of career, aging parents, or demanding children. It all gets thrown in the mix, leaving you exhausted, distracted, and disenchanted by the status quo. You want things to change (better sex, intimacy, connection); you're finally ready to take charge of your life in a new and meaningful way. You've come to the right place!
(336) 728-6066 View (336) 728-6066
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Courtney Krolikowski
Counselor, LCMHC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Uptown, Charlotte, NC 28202  (Online Only)
My name is Courtney Krolikowski. I have been practicing therapy for the past 8 years. I currently hold licenses for practicing in North Carolina, Wisconsin and Illinois. I hold a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology. I currently reside in Wisconsin with my husband, two year old daughter and very energetic husky. I am a Nationally Certified Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I have worked with a wide variety of clientele in both group and individual settings, covering a wide variety of issues.
My name is Courtney Krolikowski. I have been practicing therapy for the past 8 years. I currently hold licenses for practicing in North Carolina, Wisconsin and Illinois. I hold a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology. I currently reside in Wisconsin with my husband, two year old daughter and very energetic husky. I am a Nationally Certified Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I have worked with a wide variety of clientele in both group and individual settings, covering a wide variety of issues.
(910) 446-6282 View (910) 446-6282
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Jane Stewart Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Uptown, Charlotte, NC 28202  (Online Only)
One of the biggest obstacles to personal, emotional, mental and social well-being is holding on to the past. Letting go of the past can empower you to obtain happiness, and contentment in all walks of life. It is very important, yet difficult, to be in the present. Letting go and starting anew will increase your sense of resilience and help you tackle concerns confidentially and bravely without feeling helpless, unduly stressed or overwhelmed. Confidence paired with realistic goals and plans can lead to peace versus anxiety and fear. Properly managed stress can positively affect your physical, mental, and emotional health.
One of the biggest obstacles to personal, emotional, mental and social well-being is holding on to the past. Letting go of the past can empower you to obtain happiness, and contentment in all walks of life. It is very important, yet difficult, to be in the present. Letting go and starting anew will increase your sense of resilience and help you tackle concerns confidentially and bravely without feeling helpless, unduly stressed or overwhelmed. Confidence paired with realistic goals and plans can lead to peace versus anxiety and fear. Properly managed stress can positively affect your physical, mental, and emotional health.
(336) 850-5998 View (336) 850-5998
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Kelly Jo Hart
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Uptown, Charlotte, NC 28206  (Online Only)
Are you in the place in your life where you just feel done? You feel alone. Every relationship ends in disaster and heartbreak. Whether it is a romantic relationship or a friendship you just seem to pick the wrong people. You often feel disposable and rejected because all the people you want end up leaving you. You hear about people that have found their people and you wonder when will it be your day. When will you find the right relationships that bring you the quality relationships you dream of having. You feel too weak and paralyzed to try again only to find more heartbreak.
Are you in the place in your life where you just feel done? You feel alone. Every relationship ends in disaster and heartbreak. Whether it is a romantic relationship or a friendship you just seem to pick the wrong people. You often feel disposable and rejected because all the people you want end up leaving you. You hear about people that have found their people and you wonder when will it be your day. When will you find the right relationships that bring you the quality relationships you dream of having. You feel too weak and paralyzed to try again only to find more heartbreak.
(910) 335-2652 View (910) 335-2652
Photo of Kelly L Carpenter, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Uptown, Charlotte, NC
Kelly L Carpenter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Uptown, Charlotte, NC 28274
Often we know that we want to make changes in our lives but don't know how or where to start. As a therapist I try to take the intimidation out of therapy by creating a trusting and mutually respectful relationship. I feel that the therapist client relationship is a partnership and my goal it to help you become empowered to navigate the challenges in life. I work with you to identify the issues, set specific goals and develop coping mechanisms to help you improve your life.
Often we know that we want to make changes in our lives but don't know how or where to start. As a therapist I try to take the intimidation out of therapy by creating a trusting and mutually respectful relationship. I feel that the therapist client relationship is a partnership and my goal it to help you become empowered to navigate the challenges in life. I work with you to identify the issues, set specific goals and develop coping mechanisms to help you improve your life.
(980) 277-3499 View (980) 277-3499
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Michelle L Parrom
Marriage & Family Therapist, MBA, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Uptown, Charlotte, NC 28201  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Working with complex couples, those dealing with major relationship issues like infidelity, infertility, illness, grief, family conflict, parenting issues, or contemplating divorce, are my passion. I take a non-judgmental stance that allows me to focus on the relationship as my client, while not taking sides. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, addiction, trauma, or other mental health conditions, I can help support you, while teaching coping mechanisms to create a healthy balance in your life. I apply a systemic approach when working with couples, families and individuals from childhood, adolescence, and adults.
Working with complex couples, those dealing with major relationship issues like infidelity, infertility, illness, grief, family conflict, parenting issues, or contemplating divorce, are my passion. I take a non-judgmental stance that allows me to focus on the relationship as my client, while not taking sides. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, addiction, trauma, or other mental health conditions, I can help support you, while teaching coping mechanisms to create a healthy balance in your life. I apply a systemic approach when working with couples, families and individuals from childhood, adolescence, and adults.
(704) 209-7532 View (704) 209-7532
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Desmond Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Uptown, Charlotte, NC 28202
Waitlist for new clients
Does it sometimes feel like your partner doesn't understand you? Have you experienced an affair or some other kind of infidelity? Connecting to our partner begins with understanding our own wants and desires and learning to communicate with one another in the most effective way possible. Relationships can give us a lot of comfort, but to be their best, they require hard work - and some guidance every now and then.
Does it sometimes feel like your partner doesn't understand you? Have you experienced an affair or some other kind of infidelity? Connecting to our partner begins with understanding our own wants and desires and learning to communicate with one another in the most effective way possible. Relationships can give us a lot of comfort, but to be their best, they require hard work - and some guidance every now and then.
(704) 774-4575 View (704) 774-4575
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Life Adjustment Solutions
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, HCSVS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Uptown, Charlotte, NC 28201
Welcome, I am Joseph R. Carlton, Owner and Therapist of Life Adjustment Solution. I specialize in therapeutic services for individuals, couples, and families. Families are the cornerstone for preserving the stability of mental health in today's high intensity society. Individuals, couples, and families are the foundation of building close emotional relationships across generations, ethnicity, racial and religious backgrounds. Each factor is greatly considered in Life Adjustment Solution mission statement. I am dedicated to changing our society one case at a time. Each case will be considered as important as the next. My clients will receive the therapeutic care that best fits their needs.
Welcome, I am Joseph R. Carlton, Owner and Therapist of Life Adjustment Solution. I specialize in therapeutic services for individuals, couples, and families. Families are the cornerstone for preserving the stability of mental health in today's high intensity society. Individuals, couples, and families are the foundation of building close emotional relationships across generations, ethnicity, racial and religious backgrounds. Each factor is greatly considered in Life Adjustment Solution mission statement. I am dedicated to changing our society one case at a time. Each case will be considered as important as the next. My clients will receive the therapeutic care that best fits their needs.
(704) 727-4897 View (704) 727-4897
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Teresa Dillard
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Uptown, Charlotte, NC 28202
Life can be difficult and at times we all need someone to come along side us and help us face those difficulties. As a counselor, I consider it a great privilege to partner with people struggling with a variety of issues and offer them a safe place to help them work toward true healing and freedom.
Life can be difficult and at times we all need someone to come along side us and help us face those difficulties. As a counselor, I consider it a great privilege to partner with people struggling with a variety of issues and offer them a safe place to help them work toward true healing and freedom.
(704) 550-3905 View (704) 550-3905
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Robert S Pennello Sr.
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHCS, NCC, LPC SC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Uptown, Charlotte, NC 28266  (Online Only)
Seeking out a therapist can be an intimidating venture, so I make it my priority within the first contacts to help the client feel relaxed and confident in my expertise to assist them while creating an environment of safety and trust where they can examine, experience and process their own thoughts, feelings, or anything that they deem important. As your therapist, I empathically listen while doing my best to answer any questions that may arise in therapy. This approach creates a forum where the client feels comfortable to share their struggles and helps them alleviate barriers and fosters an authentic therapeutic connection.
Seeking out a therapist can be an intimidating venture, so I make it my priority within the first contacts to help the client feel relaxed and confident in my expertise to assist them while creating an environment of safety and trust where they can examine, experience and process their own thoughts, feelings, or anything that they deem important. As your therapist, I empathically listen while doing my best to answer any questions that may arise in therapy. This approach creates a forum where the client feels comfortable to share their struggles and helps them alleviate barriers and fosters an authentic therapeutic connection.
(919) 709-0210 View (919) 709-0210
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Linda V Hanby
Marriage & Family Therapist, MACC, LMFT, LCMHC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Uptown, Charlotte, NC 28201
Sometimes life hurts and we stumble and fall along our journey and may even lose our way. During times like this, we need help and support to get back up and begin experiencing life in a more meaningful way. It is my sincere desire to empower and motivate change that facilitates growth. Together we can work on overcoming problems, discover patterns in thinking or behavior that hinder your growth, establish attainable goals and learn healthy and effective skills that will put you in control and allow you to live a life of purpose and inner peace. .
Sometimes life hurts and we stumble and fall along our journey and may even lose our way. During times like this, we need help and support to get back up and begin experiencing life in a more meaningful way. It is my sincere desire to empower and motivate change that facilitates growth. Together we can work on overcoming problems, discover patterns in thinking or behavior that hinder your growth, establish attainable goals and learn healthy and effective skills that will put you in control and allow you to live a life of purpose and inner peace. .
(704) 233-7545 View (704) 233-7545
Photo of Rhonda J Huthmacher, Marriage & Family Therapist in Uptown, Charlotte, NC
Rhonda J Huthmacher
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Uptown, Charlotte, NC 28202  (Online Only)
When going through struggles in life, you do not have to suffer in silence nor do you have to endure the journey alone. I will actively pursue the fulfillment of your therapeutic goals by listening, collaborating with you, and offering suggestions to foster positive change. Each session is conducted with an impartial approach which ensures that everyone in the session feels heard and understood. My clinical areas of focus include, but are not limited to grief & loss, autism families, stress, anxiety, depression, and supporting the highly sensitive person (HSP).
When going through struggles in life, you do not have to suffer in silence nor do you have to endure the journey alone. I will actively pursue the fulfillment of your therapeutic goals by listening, collaborating with you, and offering suggestions to foster positive change. Each session is conducted with an impartial approach which ensures that everyone in the session feels heard and understood. My clinical areas of focus include, but are not limited to grief & loss, autism families, stress, anxiety, depression, and supporting the highly sensitive person (HSP).
(980) 400-2717 View (980) 400-2717

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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.