Gottman Method

This was developed by John and Julie Gottman who are renowned couple's therapy experts. The method works by creating a deep intimacy between the two with a strong foundation of knowing and understanding one another and releasing ineffective ways of communicating and interacting. It increases awareness around common relationship pitfalls and create balance, equality, and friendship in even the most stale of marriages.

I am levels 1-3 trained in the Gottman Method and was supervised by a certified Gottman supervisor for over a year.

I will teach you and your partner skills and tools based in science so you can feel confidant in conflict and clear your communication.

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.

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 integrate Gottman techniques in marriage therapy for gay men by using evidence-based strategies to enhance communication, build emotional connection, and resolve conflicts. Through structured exercises and guided feedback, couples develop trust and learn effective conflict resolution skills. This tailored approach addresses the unique challenges of gay relationships, equipping you with practical tools for lasting, fulfilling partnerships.

Completed Clinical Level One and Level Two of Gottman Method Couples Therapy through the Gottman Institute.

I am committed to saving your relationship. Couples counseling is a particularly difficult task to undertake. People often present to counseling when they are feeling desperate in their relationship. I strive to help you develop what Dr. John Gottman coined as a "Sound Relationship House." This involves trust and commitment, positive feelings towards your partner, sharing in life achievements, and conflict resolution. I look forward to helping you create a solid foundation.

I utilize Gottman Method with couples in order to ensure couples have tangible research based coping skills to improve their relationship quickly and effectively.

Using Gottman’s research, your relationship therapist will show you the tools for truly hearing your partner and working toward understanding through a compassionate and empathic lens. First, you will learn about the Four Horseman that can be so detrimental to the relationship. Then you will learn how to combat these harmful ways of interacting with suggestions from Gottman’s toolbox. You will learn to see your partner as a teammate again and trust that they have your best interest in mind.

I am Level I trained in the Gottman Method, and I also help run a couples workshop The Seven Principles of Making Marriage Work.

This approach is based on Dr. John Gottman’s 40 years of research investigating and defining behaviors and communication skills found in healthy, long-lasting relationships. I work with couples to identify these communication patterns that are blocking them from forming a deeper connection and instead work to learn new ways of interacting that are statistically proven to improve relationships and promote healing and connection.

Level 1 and 2 trained through the Gottman Institute

I have completed level 3 Gottman Couples Therapy Training.

When working with couples I primarily use the Gottman Method. Gottman Method focuses on helping couples increase respect and create an environment of appreciation for each other. As a result of this, couples tend to see an increase in intimacy and report that they are better able to navigate through conflict and are better able to process the aftermath of a conflict. Through the Gottman method couples gain education on relationships and learn skills to help them communicate and stay connected when experiencing stress or when they are in conflict. The Gottman method has a lot of data to support its efficacy which is one of the reasons I am such a fan of this approach.

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.