Gottman Method Therapists in Orem, UT
I support clients who feel stuck, anxious, angry, or hopeless by helping them increase self-understanding, emotional regulation, and develop healthier patterns. If you’re ready for support in creating meaningful change, I’m here to help.
I support clients who feel stuck, anxious, angry, or hopeless by helping them increase self-understanding, emotional regulation, and develop healthier patterns. If you’re ready for support in creating meaningful change, I’m here to help.
If you're feeling disconnected from your partner, finding it hard to navigate cultural differences, or wanting to build a strong foundation before marriage, I want you to know you do not have to figure it out alone. As a first-generation immigrant, navigating two different worlds, including balancing family expectations, cultural identity, and your relationship, can feel especially overwhelming and isolating. I'm here to help you work through those unique challenges.
If you're feeling disconnected from your partner, finding it hard to navigate cultural differences, or wanting to build a strong foundation before marriage, I want you to know you do not have to figure it out alone. As a first-generation immigrant, navigating two different worlds, including balancing family expectations, cultural identity, and your relationship, can feel especially overwhelming and isolating. I'm here to help you work through those unique challenges.
Feeling exhausted or overwhelmed? Whether you are navigating relationship struggles, battling anxiety, depression, trauma, or exploring your LGBTQIA+ identity, you deserve a space to drop the mask.
I don't just manage symptoms. I help you rewire how you experience your life by using tools, like CBT and DBT, joined with a deep understanding of how stress physically locks up the body. My background as a therapist, personal trainer, and nutrition coach allows me to support everyone from athletes to those just struggling to feel okay. We will bridge the gap between mental health and somatic well-being without ever requiring a workout.
Feeling exhausted or overwhelmed? Whether you are navigating relationship struggles, battling anxiety, depression, trauma, or exploring your LGBTQIA+ identity, you deserve a space to drop the mask.
I don't just manage symptoms. I help you rewire how you experience your life by using tools, like CBT and DBT, joined with a deep understanding of how stress physically locks up the body. My background as a therapist, personal trainer, and nutrition coach allows me to support everyone from athletes to those just struggling to feel okay. We will bridge the gap between mental health and somatic well-being without ever requiring a workout.
Yo hablo Espanol. I am passionate about helping people heal from abusive relationships. Whether you are still in this relationship or not, my goal is to help you overcome the pain that you are in, and reclaim your life. I also help people that feel like they’ve lost everything (due to divorce, betrayal, financial ruin, etc.). It can be devastating, overwhelming, even frightening to see your world turn upside down. I can help you to grieve and to find your way in order to start over.
Yo hablo Espanol. I am passionate about helping people heal from abusive relationships. Whether you are still in this relationship or not, my goal is to help you overcome the pain that you are in, and reclaim your life. I also help people that feel like they’ve lost everything (due to divorce, betrayal, financial ruin, etc.). It can be devastating, overwhelming, even frightening to see your world turn upside down. I can help you to grieve and to find your way in order to start over.
I am trained in the Gottman Method and utilize it when working with couples to help them implement healthier communication patterns and resolve current issues.
Welcome to your therapy journey! I get that it's scary, vulnerable, overwhelming, etc. to pick a therapist. My style of therapy is very positive and very skills based. At the same time I will call you out and hold you accountable. I want to give my clients some skills, some positivity, a safe landing space to work through their thoughts and emotions, and then get them out the door and living their best life. I give resources and homework between sessions and collaboratively work with my clients to set and meet their goals. I want my clients to feel empowered and much of my focus is on building empowerment.
I am trained in the Gottman Method and utilize it when working with couples to help them implement healthier communication patterns and resolve current issues.
Welcome to your therapy journey! I get that it's scary, vulnerable, overwhelming, etc. to pick a therapist. My style of therapy is very positive and very skills based. At the same time I will call you out and hold you accountable. I want to give my clients some skills, some positivity, a safe landing space to work through their thoughts and emotions, and then get them out the door and living their best life. I give resources and homework between sessions and collaboratively work with my clients to set and meet their goals. I want my clients to feel empowered and much of my focus is on building empowerment.
Hi there, I'm so glad you're here. I really believe that it's an act of wisdom and incredible courage to reach out and contemplate healing and self-exploration. I love working with people are open to being curious about themselves and interested in learning more about what has brought them to where they are. One of my favorite parts of working with people is inviting them back into their own bodies and hearts and helping them create within and around themselves an environment that is safe and validating enough for them thrive and live according to their own values. Message me, let's talk!
Hi there, I'm so glad you're here. I really believe that it's an act of wisdom and incredible courage to reach out and contemplate healing and self-exploration. I love working with people are open to being curious about themselves and interested in learning more about what has brought them to where they are. One of my favorite parts of working with people is inviting them back into their own bodies and hearts and helping them create within and around themselves an environment that is safe and validating enough for them thrive and live according to their own values. Message me, let's talk!
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck? Do you or your teen struggle with emotional regulation, past trauma, or making unhealthy choices out of habit or impulsivity? I specialize in working with adults and teens, helping them develop resilience, manage emotions, and create lasting change.
I have been a therapist for 3 years and have worked 8 years in mental health. With experience in residential treatment and with court ordered clients, I understand the complexities of addressing mental health concerns stemming from trauma and addiction that have created significant life consequences. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck? Do you or your teen struggle with emotional regulation, past trauma, or making unhealthy choices out of habit or impulsivity? I specialize in working with adults and teens, helping them develop resilience, manage emotions, and create lasting change.
I have been a therapist for 3 years and have worked 8 years in mental health. With experience in residential treatment and with court ordered clients, I understand the complexities of addressing mental health concerns stemming from trauma and addiction that have created significant life consequences. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space.
I am Gottman Method Certified and trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) for trauma.
My ideal clients are adults and couples who are tired of feeling stuck, whether that is in their relationship, in old patterns, or somewhere in the middle of a life that no longer feels like their own. They come in carrying anxiety, disconnection, or a transition that's knocked them off course.
In our work together, I create a warm, collaborative space where we can get curious about what's driving the pain. Drawing from Restoration Therapy and Compassion Focused Therapy, we look honestly at how love and trust have shaped you, and where they may have quietly broken down and then rebuild from there.
I am Gottman Method Certified and trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) for trauma.
My ideal clients are adults and couples who are tired of feeling stuck, whether that is in their relationship, in old patterns, or somewhere in the middle of a life that no longer feels like their own. They come in carrying anxiety, disconnection, or a transition that's knocked them off course.
In our work together, I create a warm, collaborative space where we can get curious about what's driving the pain. Drawing from Restoration Therapy and Compassion Focused Therapy, we look honestly at how love and trust have shaped you, and where they may have quietly broken down and then rebuild from there.
Watching your teen struggle can leave you feeling worried, exhausted, and unsure how to help. Maybe they’ve become withdrawn, anxious, overwhelmed, or communication at home feels harder than ever. You want to support them—you just may not know where to start.
I help teens and young adults navigate anxiety, ADHD, body image concerns, emotional overwhelm, and relationship challenges. Together, we work on understanding emotions, managing stress, improving communication, building confidence, and breaking out of unhealthy patterns that keep them feeling stuck.
Watching your teen struggle can leave you feeling worried, exhausted, and unsure how to help. Maybe they’ve become withdrawn, anxious, overwhelmed, or communication at home feels harder than ever. You want to support them—you just may not know where to start.
I help teens and young adults navigate anxiety, ADHD, body image concerns, emotional overwhelm, and relationship challenges. Together, we work on understanding emotions, managing stress, improving communication, building confidence, and breaking out of unhealthy patterns that keep them feeling stuck.
Welcome to Meadowbrook Counseling, your sanctuary for healing and growth. We are dedicated to providing personalized therapy services tailored to treat trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, infidelity and more. Our skilled therapists use evidence-based approaches including EMDR, CBT, ACT, and Solution Focus, along with innovative treatments like Neurofeedback & TMS, ensuring you receive the comprehensive care needed for lasting healing. We take pride in fostering a welcoming environment for all, regardless of age, gender, race, or background, ensuring every client feels valued, understood, and empowered.
Welcome to Meadowbrook Counseling, your sanctuary for healing and growth. We are dedicated to providing personalized therapy services tailored to treat trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, infidelity and more. Our skilled therapists use evidence-based approaches including EMDR, CBT, ACT, and Solution Focus, along with innovative treatments like Neurofeedback & TMS, ensuring you receive the comprehensive care needed for lasting healing. We take pride in fostering a welcoming environment for all, regardless of age, gender, race, or background, ensuring every client feels valued, understood, and empowered.
Joanna Sumsion- with Tru Living Psychology
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
3 Endorsed
Orem, UT 84057
Searching for a therapist can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re stuck in old patterns, anxious thoughts, or relational pain. I take a direct, results-focused, and compassionate approach to help individuals, couples, and families heal trauma, strengthen attachment, and build healthier communication. Together, we’ll uncover root causes and create practical tools to reconnect with yourself and your relationships.
Searching for a therapist can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re stuck in old patterns, anxious thoughts, or relational pain. I take a direct, results-focused, and compassionate approach to help individuals, couples, and families heal trauma, strengthen attachment, and build healthier communication. Together, we’ll uncover root causes and create practical tools to reconnect with yourself and your relationships.
I believe that therapy is a tool to help people towards a meaningful and fulfilling life. In my professional experience trauma, depression, and various anxieties can make life feel overwhelming and lonely. However, we can reconnect with meaning and fulfillment through exploration and healing. My practice focuses on individuals and couples experiencing anxiety, trauma, and OCD. The experience and training that I have received and developed over the last several years include faith challenges and LGBTQIA+, focusing on self-determination and self-empowerment.
I believe that therapy is a tool to help people towards a meaningful and fulfilling life. In my professional experience trauma, depression, and various anxieties can make life feel overwhelming and lonely. However, we can reconnect with meaning and fulfillment through exploration and healing. My practice focuses on individuals and couples experiencing anxiety, trauma, and OCD. The experience and training that I have received and developed over the last several years include faith challenges and LGBTQIA+, focusing on self-determination and self-empowerment.
You're not broken—you just need better tools. My two ideal types of clients are 1) working with couples, or 2) working with clients navigating the chaos of ADHD - or even both! Your relationship may either be on the brink, or ready to build something stronger. You may be motivated but stuck, often frustrated by not knowing why you feel the way you do—or how to move forward. Whether it's communication gridlock or procrastination paralysis, my ideal clients are ready to learn, apply and grow!
You're not broken—you just need better tools. My two ideal types of clients are 1) working with couples, or 2) working with clients navigating the chaos of ADHD - or even both! Your relationship may either be on the brink, or ready to build something stronger. You may be motivated but stuck, often frustrated by not knowing why you feel the way you do—or how to move forward. Whether it's communication gridlock or procrastination paralysis, my ideal clients are ready to learn, apply and grow!
It is not easy to ask for help! If you are dealing with depression, grief, loss, anxiety, or trauma, my goal is to help you find peace, joy, and serenity, so that you can be the best version of yourself and start to live a happier life. My aim is to make therapy collaborative and comfortable. Because I understand the importance of talking to someone and not feeling judged or criticized. Therapy is about healing, motivation, and empowerment.
It is not easy to ask for help! If you are dealing with depression, grief, loss, anxiety, or trauma, my goal is to help you find peace, joy, and serenity, so that you can be the best version of yourself and start to live a happier life. My aim is to make therapy collaborative and comfortable. Because I understand the importance of talking to someone and not feeling judged or criticized. Therapy is about healing, motivation, and empowerment.
Welcome! I’m glad you’re here.
Reaching out for therapy can feel daunting and exciting, but you don’t have to do it alone. I love working with individuals who are dealing with perfectionism and maybe even some OCD. I also enjoy working with couples where one partner is dealing with these issues.
I specialize in supporting:
-Young adults stepping into adulthood, exploring identity, purpose, and independence
-Adults in midlife facing relationship shifts, career transitions, or a desire for deeper self-understanding
-Couples seeking to strengthen communication, rebuild trust, or deepen connection
Welcome! I’m glad you’re here.
Reaching out for therapy can feel daunting and exciting, but you don’t have to do it alone. I love working with individuals who are dealing with perfectionism and maybe even some OCD. I also enjoy working with couples where one partner is dealing with these issues.
I specialize in supporting:
-Young adults stepping into adulthood, exploring identity, purpose, and independence
-Adults in midlife facing relationship shifts, career transitions, or a desire for deeper self-understanding
-Couples seeking to strengthen communication, rebuild trust, or deepen connection
I integrate person-centred and strengths-based therapies with evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), EMDR, and I use IFS and the Gottman Method to support couples in building healthier, and more connected relationships.
If you’re overwhelmed by anxiety, emotional stress, trauma, or life transitions, you don’t have to navigate it alone. I provide a compassionate, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to move toward healing and personal growth. I take a person-centered and trauma-informed approach to therapy, helping individuals build self-awareness, strengthen coping skills, and develop emotional resilience. My goal is to create a safe therapeutic relationship where clients feel comfortable exploring their experiences at their own pace while working toward meaningful, lasting change.
I integrate person-centred and strengths-based therapies with evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), EMDR, and I use IFS and the Gottman Method to support couples in building healthier, and more connected relationships.
If you’re overwhelmed by anxiety, emotional stress, trauma, or life transitions, you don’t have to navigate it alone. I provide a compassionate, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to move toward healing and personal growth. I take a person-centered and trauma-informed approach to therapy, helping individuals build self-awareness, strengthen coping skills, and develop emotional resilience. My goal is to create a safe therapeutic relationship where clients feel comfortable exploring their experiences at their own pace while working toward meaningful, lasting change.
I draw from a variety of evidence-based modalities to assist clients, including ACT, CBT, The Gottman Method, DBT, IFS, various trauma processing modalities, MI, and Emotion-focused Therapy.
I integrate connection, skill-building, and therapeutic insight to support clients in finding meaning, resilience, and purpose. I am especially committed to empowering clients as they navigate life’s challenges. I have experience working with individuals and couples across diverse ages, identities, and backgrounds. My areas of focus include relational difficulties, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, complex trauma, attachment issues, ADHD, and pornography addiction. I also have experience working with clients who suffer from schizophrenia and bipolar disorder with Psychosis.
I draw from a variety of evidence-based modalities to assist clients, including ACT, CBT, The Gottman Method, DBT, IFS, various trauma processing modalities, MI, and Emotion-focused Therapy.
I integrate connection, skill-building, and therapeutic insight to support clients in finding meaning, resilience, and purpose. I am especially committed to empowering clients as they navigate life’s challenges. I have experience working with individuals and couples across diverse ages, identities, and backgrounds. My areas of focus include relational difficulties, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, complex trauma, attachment issues, ADHD, and pornography addiction. I also have experience working with clients who suffer from schizophrenia and bipolar disorder with Psychosis.
Perhaps you have come looking for a therapist after your latest conversation with your partner left you feeling more alone and frustrated than before. Or anxiety has you awake at 4 am, staring at the ceiling and planning for a tragedy that feels so likely, despite evidence to the contrary. It is possible for life to feel different than it does now. My intent is for clients to leave my office feeling understood and hopeful. My goal is to empower you in the therapy room, so you can leave therapy and practice doing something different.
Perhaps you have come looking for a therapist after your latest conversation with your partner left you feeling more alone and frustrated than before. Or anxiety has you awake at 4 am, staring at the ceiling and planning for a tragedy that feels so likely, despite evidence to the contrary. It is possible for life to feel different than it does now. My intent is for clients to leave my office feeling understood and hopeful. My goal is to empower you in the therapy room, so you can leave therapy and practice doing something different.
You may be an individual or a couple feeling stuck in cycles of conflict, disconnection, or emotional intensity that no longer feel manageable. Many clients I work with are navigating high-conflict relationships, uncertainty about the future of their partnership, or tension between personal values, faith, and identity. You may feel overwhelmed, unheard, or unsure how to move forward, yet still hopeful that clarity, connection, or peace is possible.
You may be an individual or a couple feeling stuck in cycles of conflict, disconnection, or emotional intensity that no longer feel manageable. Many clients I work with are navigating high-conflict relationships, uncertainty about the future of their partnership, or tension between personal values, faith, and identity. You may feel overwhelmed, unheard, or unsure how to move forward, yet still hopeful that clarity, connection, or peace is possible.
The life path of an adopted person is unlike any other. Specialized support is often essential for navigating the unique impacts and meanings that relinquishment and adoption hold for adoptees and those connected to them, past and present. As an adoption-competent therapist, I understand the complex hurts and challenges of adoptees and their families, and provide tools and support needed for honest conversations, healing from loss, and forming close, attuned relationships. Adoptive parents who seek support early can reduce the need for more complex interventions later on. As you integrate the truth of your story, you can heal.
The life path of an adopted person is unlike any other. Specialized support is often essential for navigating the unique impacts and meanings that relinquishment and adoption hold for adoptees and those connected to them, past and present. As an adoption-competent therapist, I understand the complex hurts and challenges of adoptees and their families, and provide tools and support needed for honest conversations, healing from loss, and forming close, attuned relationships. Adoptive parents who seek support early can reduce the need for more complex interventions later on. As you integrate the truth of your story, you can heal.
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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.