Gottman Method Bethesda

Gottman Method Therapy in Bethesda

Individuals in strong, healthy relationships often enjoy a higher quality of life, living longer and facing fewer physical and mental health problems. In contrast, those in strained relationships can find themselves trapped in cycles of negativity and life dissatisfaction.

If you’re feeling a disconnect with your partner and grappling with relationship challenges, the Gottman Method Bethesda offers a lifeline. Grounded in over four decades of research, this proven approach aims to enhance communication, foster deeper mutual understanding, and facilitate constructive conflict resolution.

Ready to transform your relationship and journey to a happier, more fulfilled life together? Reach out to us to learn more about how the Gottman Method can support you in rebuilding a stronger connection. Let’s get started on improving your partnership today.

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Our Gottman Method Therapists in Bethesda

Pauliann Long, LCSW-C

Pauliann is a heart-centered, integrative clinical practitioner dedicated to helping people navigate major life transitions and crises; cultivate more ease, joy, and balance in their everyday lives; develop an ever-deeper ...

Matt Korbon, LGPC

Matt serves clients of all ages and backgrounds and is a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) in the State of Maryland. Matt weaves together various treatments, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ...

Mary Carlough, LCSW-C

Mary is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C) with over 25 years of clinical experience. Mary works with clients struggling with life cycle transitions, work/life balance, relationship issues, separation/divorce, mood ...

Marjorie Kreppel, LCPC, Founder

Marjorie founded the Counseling Center Group in 2015 after years of academic study, gold-standard training, and experience in private practice, hospital settings, and clinical research initiatives. She has developed an ...

Elyse Kaplan, LCSWC

Elyse Kaplan is a licensed clinical social worker who is licensed in both Maryland and Virginia and is a Maryland approved Social Work supervisor. Elyse is a certified EMDR (Eye ...

Daniel McNulty, LMSW

Daniel McNulty, LMSW, is passionate about helping people alleviate suffering to find meaning and purpose in their lives. His clinical interests include working with couples, adults, and adolescents who struggle ...

Understanding the Gottman Method

Crafted by the esteemed psychologist John Gottman, the Gottman Method Bethesda is designed to enhance connection, affection, and closeness among couples.

John Gottman’s research, which involved observing thousands of couples over many years, led to the identification of what he termed “The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse.” These four horsemen— criticism, contempt, defensiveness, and stonewalling—are negative communication patterns that often lead to the demise of relationships. Remarkably, Gottman’s method can forecast with up to 90% accuracy and couples may part ways based on these patterns.

The Gottman Method aims to dismantle these harmful behaviors, focusing on fostering a deeper companionship, navigating conflicts effectively, and building shared meanings.

In Bethesda, we embrace the Gottman Method as a profoundly impactful approach to couple’s therapy. Our goal is to pinpoint and transform destructive relationship dynamics into constructive interactions through a range of techniques, exercises, and interventions, guiding couples toward a healthier, more fulfilling partnership.

Advantages of the Gottman Method

In Bethesda, our Gottman Method couples therapy sessions offer a supportive and unbiased environment where both partners are encouraged to share and be recognized. Through these sessions, your therapist will guide you in pinpointing crucial areas for improvement while equipping you with effective strategies for fostering a reciprocal and enriching relationship.

At the core of the Gottman Method Bethesda is the development of what’s known as a “Sound Relationship House,” encompassing trust, commitment, shared aspirations, and a profound comprehension of each other’s lives.

Creating Shared Meaning: Your therapists will aid you in establishing rituals or routines that bolster your connection, enhance closeness, and facilitate quality time together.

Making Life Dreams Come True: We’re committed to nurturing a partnership where mutual respect and support for each other’s ambitions and dreams flourish.

Managing Conflict: Your therapist will introduce you to advanced communication and conflict-resolution techniques, aimed at minimizing unnecessary disputes and stress.

Positive Perspectives: Embrace gratitude, kindness, and a constructive outlook towards your relationship and each other, thereby augmenting positive interactions.

Turning Towards Instead of Away: Receive advice on fortifying your bond and trust by seeking and providing support to each other in times of need.

Sharing Fondness and Admiration: You’ll be encouraged to consistently express and recognize the attributes you value in your partner, thereby reinforcing your connection.

Building Love Maps: Together, we’ll work on deepening your understanding of one another’s hopes, fears, and life values.

Through the Gottman Method Bethesda, we aim to transform your relationship into a source of strength, joy, and mutual growth.

Is the Gottman Method Bethesda Right for You?

Regardless of whether you’re married or in a dating phase, the Gottman Method in Bethesda is a proven therapy approach that supports couples across all relationship stages.

This method offers significant benefits for partners encountering challenges like:

Communication breakdowns: Enhance understanding and clarity in expressing feelings and needs.
Regular disputes: Develop strategies to resolve conflicts amicably and effectively.
Financial stress: Learn to navigate financial discussions with cooperation and understanding.
Diminished intimacy: Rekindle emotional and physical closeness in your relationship.
Instances of unfaithfulness: Rebuild trust and commitment through open, honest dialogue.
Trust difficulties: Strengthen reliability and faith in each other’s actions.
Dominant or harmful behaviors: Establish boundaries and promote respectful, safe interactions.
Varied approaches to parenting: Harmonize parenting styles for cohesive family dynamics.
Significant life changes: Adapt together to life’s shifts with resilience and support.
Familial conflicts: Mediate family disputes with empathy and mutual respect.
Feelings of disconnection or being misunderstood: Foster deeper connection and mutual understanding within the partnership.

Should you recognize any of these concerns within your relationship, the Gottman Method Bethesda is designed to help you repair and fortify your bond.

Booking an Appointment for Gottman Method Therapy in Bethesda, MD

Elevate your relationship with the proven techniques of The Gottman Method Bethesda.