Getting Married? Couples Therapy Can Help You!

Considering moving in or getting married and not sure where to start? Or, are you wondering if couples therapy would be right for you? Hi, this is Giovanna de Almeida, couples therapist at Couples Counseling ATL. Today, I want to share some insights about how the Gottman Method Couples Therapy can provide valuable support, especially for couples who are in the pre-marital stage.

Some of the goals of Gottman Method Couples Therapy are to help you with improve communication, intimacy, respect, and affection; We also help you to learn what can really sabotage and get in the way in long-term relationships. A major benefit of premarital counseling is also to increase your emotional intelligence, empathy and understanding of each other and what you both want out of life together.

In the Gottman Method, we start by asking you both to fill out a thorough questionnaire online. This questionnaire delves into various aspects of your lives, exploring issues such as family history, anxiety, depression, family history, stress, intimacy, parenting, housework, goals, dreams, fears, and the challenges of moving in together. These areas often pose unique challenges for couples in the early stages of their relationship.

Based on the questionnaire responses, we create a personalized plan of action. This tailored approach helps couples understand and navigate the complexities that may be impacting their relationship. Whether it's identifying underlying issues, unraveling why there's a sense of disconnection, or addressing an increase in conflicts, the Gottman Method offers valuable insights and practical tools that you can use for the rest of your lives.

Our interventions are designed to help couples strengthen relationships in three primary areas: friendship, conflict management, and purpose in life. Couples learn to replace negative conflict patterns with positive interactions and to repair past hurts. Interventions designed to increase closeness and intimacy are used to improve friendship, deepen emotional connection, and create the kind of relationship you have both dreamed of.

If you're contemplating the next stage of commitment, whether moving in, marriage, or having children, we invite you to explore the benefits of the Gottman Method Couples Therapy. Reach out to us, and let's embark on a journey to strengthen and nurture your relationship.