Couples Workshop

Join us for this engaging in person workshop for couples who would like to deepen their connection, improve communication, and learn new conflict management skills. This workshop was developed by University of Washington professor Dr. John Gottman, and provides information and exercises that are proven to strengthen relationships for a lifetime.

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Couples will learn research proven skills to:

  • Deepen intimacy, trust and friendship

  • Resolve conflict more successfully

  • Communicate clearly and effectively

  • Identify solvable problems and overcome gridlock

  • Strengthen your relationship for a lifetime

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For more information or to register directly with us, please email emily@seattletherapyandcounseling.com, or call (206) 717-4060

 

Workshop Info

The workshop includes lectures, demonstrations, videos and private couples exercises. The activities are fun, insightful and informative. And there is no need to worry about sharing your personal problems in front of others… we don’t do any group sharing at this workshop.

Join Gottman trained couples therapists Emily Grogan and Chris Paredes, who will lead you through a fun and engaging workshop based on the principles discussed in the videos below.

Who should attend?

  • Couples in a committed relationship

  • Engaged Couples

  • Everyone from newlyweds to seniors

  • Those who wish to enhance a good marriage

  • Those who want to improve conflict management skills

Who should not attend?

  • Couples with severe relationship distress

  • Those with emotional or physical abuse

  • Those with addictions to drugs, alcohol, or gambling

  • Couples with one or both partners experiencing mental health problems

FAQ

Group Facilitators

Emily Grogan

MA, LMHC

Emily is a Gottman Seven Principles Leader and co-leader of this workshop. Emily is deeply committed to helping couples improve their relationships and achieve lasting love and fulfillment. As a seasoned practitioner of the Gottman Seven Principles program, she has worked with numerous couples to help them strengthen their emotional bonds, increase their intimacy, and enhance their communication skills.

Emily's compassionate and non-judgmental approach creates a safe and supportive space for couples to explore their feelings and learn new strategies for building a strong and healthy relationship. In addition to leading workshops, Emily also provides individual and couples therapy services, empowering clients to achieve their relationship goals and live their best lives.

Chris Paredes

MA, LMHC

Chris is a Gottman Seven Principles Leader and co-facilitator of this workshop. Chris has a passion for helping couples strengthen their relationships and achieve lasting happiness. Through the Gottman Seven Principles program, he has helped couples develop the skills they need to communicate effectively, build trust, and deepen their emotional connection.

Chris's warm, empathetic approach creates a safe and supportive environment for couples to learn and grow together. In addition to leading workshops, Chris also offers private therapy services for individuals and couples.

What are the Gottman Seven Principles?

  • Share Love Maps

    Knowing your partner's desires, past, and likes is a love map. It's more than love language, it's loving all parts of them. Building love maps is crucial for a healthy relationship.

  • Nurture Fondness and Admiration

    Acknowledging positives and caring for others shows in friendship. It's the basis for positive relationships. When you innately respect each other as people, great things naturally follow

  • Turn Towards Each Other

    Being consistently present in your partner's life builds trust and intimacy. It's easier to face challenges and come out stronger together.

  • Let Your Partner Influence You

    Respect means valuing someone's input without controlling them. Key to a good relationship is communication, compromise, and listening.

  • Solve Solvable Problems

    Choosing to solve surface-level issues is key to reducing stress and conflict in a relationship.

  • Overcome Gridlock

    Healthy conversations can help get past gridlocked issues. It's not always about solving the problem but forming a positive habit together.

  • Create Shared Meaning

    In a committed relationship, shared goals, beliefs, and rituals build intimacy. Shared meaning encourages each other's dreams.