Gottman Method

Gottman Therapy is a research-based approach to couples counseling developed by Drs. John and Julie Schwartz Gottman. It focuses on building and maintaining a strong, healthy relationship through practical, evidence-based strategies. Central to Gottman Therapy is the idea of creating a Sound Relationship House, which includes fostering trust, enhancing communication, and managing conflicts constructively.

I am trained in Gottman levels 1,2 and 3 of the Gottman method of couple's counseling. In addition, I've completed their training in affairs and trauma as well as their couples in recovery program. I am a seven principles of making a marriage work educator as well.

With the Gottman Method, we embark on a journey based on over four decades of research on thousands of couples. This method provides practical tools to help you understand your relationship dynamics, manage conflicts effectively, and enhance the intimacy, respect, and affection you share with your partner. Together, we'll explore the 'Sound Relationship House,' which serves as a roadmap to achieve relationship harmony. It's not just about addressing issues; it's about building a foundation.

Level-I Gottman trained

Completed Levels 1 and 2 Clinical Training of the Gottman Method Couples Therapy

I have completed Gottman training and work with relationship dynamics from the perspective of the Sound Relationship House lens. When asked Dr. Gottman stated he never had nonmonogamous relationships last long enough to study, fortunately I have that experience. I also utilize attachment theory and positive psychology approaches to relationships, building and supporting each other through strengths to growth.

As a level 3 Gottman Therapist, I specialize in offering a wide range of therapeutic approaches unique to the Gottman Method. With over 40 years of evidence-based research, the Gottman Method provides a path forward to understanding relationship barriers as well as increasing respect, empathy and intimacy. Let’s support you in strengthening your relationships through approachable tools for success.

I am level 2 trained and a leader in the 7 Principles of Making a Marriage Work Workshop.

I am a Certified Gottman Method Couples Therapist (CGT). I am the first Black psychotherapist in the world to become a CGT. The Gottman Method for couples counseling is a research based couples counseling modality that can help couples and other "non traditional" relationships repair, reconnect and revitalize. It is a leading edge treatment that can be used to work through just about any problem including communication issues, infidelity, trauma and substance abuse.

Maybe you've tried couples counseling in the past, and it didn't really help. Or perhaps you're on the fence about starting therapy, but you're not sure if therapy really "works." If so, Gottman Method couples therapy might be a good fit for you. The Gottman Method is an evidence-based approach to helping couples that teaches couples to replace negative conflict patterns with positive interactions, repair past hurts, and increase closeness and intimacy.

I am being trained in the Gottman Method to assist couples in developing friendship, conflict management, and creation of shared meaning. I help couples transform negative ways they communicate with positive interactions to help heal past resentments. The Gottman Method includes, "interventions designed to increase closeness and intimacy are used to improve friendship, deepen emotional connection, and create changes which enhances the couples shared goals."

I am Gottman level one trained clinician. This work can be done individually or in couples work. The content is also applicable to new families with new or additional children in helping the parents communicate in a healthy and effect ways during this time of change and transition in their lives. I am certified in the Bringing Baby Home™ curriculum which can be explored individually. Gottman work can also be applied in grief and loss challenges.

In my work with couples, I use the Gottman Method Couples Therapy.

Gottman level 1 & 2 trained