Improving Relationships with Gottman Method Couples Therapy

Couples therapy, also known as marriage counseling, is a form of therapy that helps couples who are facing challenges in their relationship to work through those difficulties and improve their relationship. There are many reasons why people may choose to go to couples therapy. Some common reasons include communication issues, infidelity, financial problems, parenting disagreements, and sexual concerns. Couples therapy provides a safe and supportive space for couples to address these issues and work towards solutions. It can help couples to improve their communication, rebuild trust, increase intimacy, and strengthen their overall relationship. By going to couples therapy, couples can learn skills to overcome their challenges and build a happier, healthier, and more fulfilling life together.

Types of Couples Therapy

There are several different types of couples therapy that a therapist may use to address specific challenges that different couples may face.

  • One approach is Emotionally Focused Therapy, which focuses on helping couples understand their emotional responses to each other and improve communication.

  • Another common approach is The Gottman Method, which aims to help couples build a strong friendship, manage conflicts, and deepen their emotional connection. [Another article about Gottman Method]

  • Relationally Focused Couples Therapy (also known as RLT) helps couples recognize their “stances” in the relationship, build character and take responsibility for their relationship.

  • PACT helps couples better understand how their mind and biology work together to impact the way they function in relationships. The ultimate goal is to help couples function in a secure pattern with each other. [Read about PACT therapy here]

  • Additionally, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy can help couples identify negative thought patterns and behaviors that may be impacting their relationship. Overall, the type of couples therapy used will depend on the specific needs and challenges of each couple.

How Does The Gottman Method Help Couples Improve Their Relationship?

The Gottman method is a well-known and highly respected approach to couples therapy that has helped countless couples improve their relationships. This method is based on the research of Drs. John and Julie Gottman, who have spent decades studying relationships and what makes them work. The Gottman method is designed to help couples build intimacy, improve communication, and work through conflict in a healthy and productive way.

Through a variety of exercises, techniques, and strategies, couples who participate in Gottman therapy can learn how to strengthen their relationship by deepening their emotional connection, fostering mutual understanding, and building trust. The key to the success of this method is its focus on practical skills that can be applied both inside and outside of therapy sessions, allowing couples to continue to grow and strengthen their relationship long after therapy has ended.

One of the reasons that many couples enjoy Gottman Method is because of its structured format. People appreciate the ability to understand how they can improve skills by being given clear frameworks to help them change and improve their relationship.

what happens in a gottman method couples therapy session?

A Gottman method couples therapy session is a unique experience that focuses on helping couples build healthy and long-lasting relationships. During the session, the therapist will work with the couple to identify areas of strengths and weaknesses in their relationship, and then teach skills and techniques to improve communication, enhance intimacy, and resolve conflicts effectively.

The therapist will also use various assessment tools to evaluate the couple's individual and collective emotional needs, which will help them develop the necessary skills to build a deeper connection and enhance their overall relationship satisfaction. Through this process, couples will learn to work together towards a common goal, establish a stronger sense of trust, and feel more fulfilled in their relationship. Ultimately, the goal of Gottman method couples therapy is to help couples create a more positive and supportive relationship that will last a lifetime.

working with a gottman method therapist

Our office has several therapists trained in The Gottman Method. Whether you meet with us online, in our Center City, Ardmore, or Easton office you can meet with a trained Gottman Method Couples Therapist.

To schedule email info@abetterlifetherapy.com or use our online scheduling system any time.

Elizabeth Earnshaw