Built on 40 years of rigorous scientific study, the Gottman Couples Method leads the field of research-based couple interventions. Beginning with a comprehensive questionnaire, I use the Gottman's work to quantify the changes your relationship needs. I then give you the guidance and support to make those changes a reality.
Change is possible and we have the research to prove it!
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who invented The Gottman Method?
Dr. John Gottman and Dr. Julie Schwartz Gottman have been working together for over 40 years, compiling psychology research and clinical experience. The Sound Relationship House theory has grown out of their work. Dr. John Gottman especially focuses on marital stability and divorce prediction. Through research at his “Love Lab'' and the University of Washington, he has been able to predict divorce with 93% accuracy based on couple interactions studied over just a few minutes.
The Gottmans founded the Gottman Institute, providing relationship help and training for health professionals. The Institute is dedicated to the application of psychology research in the therapy world to support relationships.
Through recording 1000’s of hours of couples interactions the Gottmans have been able to identify four predictors of divorce. They call them the ‘Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse’. The predictors are: criticism, contempt, stonewalling and defensiveness. by observing couples for just a few minutes John Gottman has demonstrated with 93% accuracy, a prediction of divorce years in advance. You can view the entire range of the Gottman’s resources here.
What is the Gottman Method?
Research indicates that couples who get support with their relationship are more likely to stay together and achieve much more happiness and contentment in the partnership.
The Gottman method is an approach to couples therapy based on the Sound Relationship House theory; foundations of friendship support a relationship of trust and commitment.
Using research-based interventions the Gottman method aims to improve verbal communication, increase intimacy, increase respect and affection, and remove barriers to conflict resolution.
Couples report that using these interventions creates more empathy, compassion, and fulfilment within relationships.
How Does Gottman Therapy Work?
The Gottman method is personalised for each couple going through the process. There are individual and joint therapy sessions and questionnaires to help you judge where your relationship is at. After the initial assessment, you and your partner work with your therapist to decide the frequency of your therapy sessions.
Using the interventions in sessions helps you do the work of improving the three main aspects of your relationship: friendship, conflict management, and creating shared meaning.
The Gottman method is suitable for all types of couples, regardless of sexual orientation, socio-economic status, and cultural backgrounds.