The Gottman Method is an approach to couples therapy that includes a thorough assessment of the couples relationship and integrates research-based interventions based on the Sound Relationship House Theory.
SA Psychology & Wellness is excited to offer couples counselling utilising the world-renowned Gottman Method for Couples Therapy, which is an evidenced based approach to helping couples repair, rebuild, and rejuvenate their relationships. The Gottman Method was developed by Drs John and Julie Gottman in Seattle, WA (USA) and is based on 40 years of research examining characteristics of successful relationships.
This approach to couples therapy focuses on assisting couples with increasing their understanding of how their relationship is functioning through examination of the relationship’s development since its inception, exploring what is working and what is not, and providing the necessary skills to make the desired changes to increase the overall quality of the relationship.
The first 3 sessions of Gottman Method Couples Therapy serve as the assessment phase of treatment. From here, couples will attend all future sessions together. The therapist and the couple will collaborate in creating treatment goals and identifying an effective course of therapy.
The first session consists of an interview with both partners which allows the therapist to better understand the current strengths of the relationship, as well as identifying existing challenges and provides a comprehensive history as to how the relationship has developed over time. After the first session, both partners will be asked to complete a series of online questionnaires that provide further insight into the relationship and assist in creating a road map for counselling based on the identified needs of both partners.
After the initial session and completion of relevant assessments, both partners will be asked to attend an individual session with the therapist in order to increase the therapist’s knowledge of each partner individually. This provides an opportunity to gain an understanding of each partner’s personal history, while also examining how each individual views their relationship.
The therapeutic process will focus on building further communication skills to better manage conflict within the relationship, while also working on increasing positive interactions, intimacy, and emotional connection. Couples will work on identifying areas of shared meaning that will guide the couple throughout the years to ensure a stable, fulfilling, long-lasting relationship.
Embarking on Gottman Therapy with SA Psychology & Wellness is a meaningful step toward strengthening your relationship. The process is thoughtful and collaborative, carefully exploring your shared history, current dynamics, and goals for deeper connection.
A conjoint session, followed by individual interviews with each partner are conducted. Couples complete questionnaires and then receive detailed feedback on their relationship.
The couple and therapist decide on the frequency and duration of the sessions.
Interventions designed to increase closeness and intimacy are used to improve friendship, deepen emotional connection, and create changes which enhances the couples shared goals. Relapse prevention is also addressed.
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