Making Your Marriage a Priority

In today’s fast-paced world, maintaining a strong and healthy marriage requires dedicated effort. Relationships go through ups and downs, and it’s crucial to invest in strengthening the foundation of your marriage. If you find yourself struggling with communication issues, conflicts, or a sense of disconnect, attending a Gottman marriage intensive could be a transformative experience. Developed by Drs. John and Julie Gottman, renowned relationship experts, a Gottman marriage intensive offers a comprehensive approach to rebuilding and enhancing your relationship. Here are five key reasons to invest in a Gottman marriage intensive at Family Strategies.

1. Evidence-based Methodology

One of the key reasons to consider a Gottman marriage intensive is the foundation of evidence-based methodology behind it. The Gottmans have spent decades researching what makes relationships succeed or fail. Their approach is rooted in scientific studies and empirical evidence, making it a credible and reliable resource for couples seeking help. The techniques and strategies taught during the intensive are backed by extensive research, ensuring you receive practical tools that are effective in nurturing and improving your relationship

2. Specialized Expertise

Attending a Gottman marriage intensive means gaining access to the expertise of highly trained professionals who specialize in couples therapy. The Gottmans are pioneers in the field of relationship therapy, and their methods have helped countless couples worldwide. Their comprehensive training programs ensure that the therapists leading the intensives are well-versed in the Gottman Method and possess the necessary skills to guide you through the process of rebuilding and revitalizing your relationship.

3. Deep Dive into Relationship Dynamics

Unlike traditional couples therapy sessions, a Gottman marriage intensive provides an immersive and concentrated experience. Over the course of a few days, you and your partner can dedicate uninterrupted time to work on your relationship. This intensive format allows for a deep dive into the dynamics of your partnership, addressing issues and exploring underlying patterns that may be contributing to conflicts. By devoting focused attention to your relationship, you can make significant progress in a relatively short period.

4. Effective Communication and Conflict Resolution

A Gottman marriage intensive emphasizes the importance of effective communication and conflict resolution skills. You’ll learn practical techniques to enhance your ability to listen, express your needs, and respond empathetically. The program will equip you with the tools to manage conflicts constructively, minimize destructive behaviors, and find common ground. Building these skills can strengthen the emotional bond between you and your partner, leading to greater understanding and harmony.

5. Rebuilding Trust and Intimacy

Trust and intimacy are vital components of a thriving marriage, and a Gottman marriage intensive offers strategies for rebuilding and deepening these aspects of your relationship. Whether you’ve experienced breaches of trust or simply feel distant from your partner, the intensive provides a safe space to explore these concerns. Through guided exercises and therapeutic techniques, you’ll learn to foster trust, intimacy, and emotional connection, reigniting the spark that brought you together.

Invest in Your Relationship

Attending a Gottman marriage intensive offers a unique opportunity to invest in your relationship and lay the groundwork for a stronger, more fulfilling future together. With its evidence-based methodology, specialized expertise, focused approach, and emphasis on effective communication and trust-building, the Gottman Method has helped countless couples rebuild and revitalize their partnerships. Remember, investing in your relationship is a commitment to a lifetime of love, growth, and shared happiness.

Join Eric Schultz, BHT, and Lisette Li, LAC, both Gottman trained therapists, for our last marriage intensive of the year starting Wednesday, August 23rd, 2023!