Gottman Method

Gottman Counseling was developed by Drs. John and Julie Gottman, who have spent over 40 years studying couples and their relationships. They identified four key elements of a successful relationship – trust, respect, commitment, and friendship. Gottman Counseling focuses on strengthening these four cornerstones of every relationship by teaching couples how to better communicate, resolve conflicts, accept differences in opinions, and develop a deeper understanding of each other’s needs.

In Gottman Counseling, couples are taught techniques such as expressing appreciation and admiration for each other, listening openly to one another without judgment or defensiveness, developing effective problem-solving skills, understanding how their emotions affect their relationship, and learning how to manage stress. Through this process of self-reflection and communication, the couple is better able to understand and accept each other’s point of view, which can lead to improved relationships.