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Gottman Method Couples Therapy

A research-based approach that helps couples reduce conflict, strengthen friendship, and create lasting partnership through practical tools and strategies.

Quick Overview

Best for

Couples facing conflict, communication struggles, disconnection, infidelity, addiction recovery, parenting stress

Session format

Couples sessions · In person or Virtual

Typical cadence

Weekly or biweekly · Typically 10-20 sessions

Session length

60-90 minutes

Often combined with

Individuals therapy, family therapy, recovery-focused couples

Evidence base

Developed by Drs. John & Julie Gottman · Based on over 40 years of research with thousands of couples.

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What Is the Gottman Method?

The Gottman Method is a structured form of couples therapy that blends decades of relationship research with practical interventions.

It focuses on building three core areas:

How to Gottman Method Helps Couples in Recovery

Strengthening Relationships Through Evidence-Based Therapy

Encourages teamwork

Encourages teamwork

Helps couples see recovery as a shared journey

Strengthens resilience

Strengthens resilience

Builds rituals and habits that support long-term stability

Supports co-parenting

Supports co-parenting

Provides skills for navigating stress with children and family

Reduces conflict

Reduces conflict

Offers specific tools to de-escalate fights before they spiral

What to Expect in Gottman Therapy Sessions

Inside the Structure and Approach of Gottman Couples Therapy

Assessment phase

Questionnaires and interviews to understand the couple’s patterns.

Skill-building sessions

Communication tools, conflict resolution, and intimacy exercises.

Homework practice

Structured activities between sessions.

Long-term planning

Creating rituals, meaning, and strategies for ongoing growth.

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Who Benefits from the Gottman Method?

Helping Couples Strengthen Bonds, Resolve Conflicts, and Deepen Intimacy

Better Communication

Better Communication

Couples experiencing frequent arguments or poor communication

Healing Trust

Healing Trust

Partners healing from infidelity or broken trust

Family Recovery

Family Recovery

Families impacted by addiction, trauma, or relapse cycles

Emotional Reconnection

Emotional Reconnection

Couples feeling disconnected or “like roommates”

Stronger Foundations

Stronger Foundations

Partners wanting to rebuild or strengthen their foundation

Why TruPaths Highlights the Gottman Method

A Proven, Research-Backed Approach to Relationship Healing

TruPaths highlights the Gottman Method because it is one of the most structured, evidence based couples therapies. With practical tools and decades of research, it gives couples a roadmap to lasting recovery and connection.

FAQs about the Gottman Method

No. It is effective for couples at any stage dating, engaged, cohabiting, or married.
Yes, the Gottman Method helps couples rebuild trust and communication impacted by addiction.
Therapy length varies, but many couples see progress within 12–20 sessions.
Coverage depends on your insurance plan and therapist’s licensing.
The Gottman Method teaches conflict management and helps reduce negative communication patterns.

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Love thrives on friendship, trust, and resilience. The Gottman Method helps couples transform conflict into connection and build a strong foundation for the future.

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