Your relationship.
Counselling as a couple.
Issues and conflict arise when resolutions cannot be found or communication breaks down. This might be due to infidelity, emotional distance or the stress daily life. Or you may feel your relationship has simply come to a standstill.
Issues and conflict arise when resolutions cannot be found or communication breaks down. This might be due to specific difficulties such as infidelity, emotional distance or the stress of parenting, money or supporting one another through crisis or health related issues. Without support or intervention there is a high risk of destroying the relationship.
Issues and conflict arise when resolutions cannot be found or communication breaks down. This might be due to specific difficulties such as infidelity, emotional distance or the stress of parenting, money or supporting one another through crisis or health related issues. Without support or intervention there is a high risk of destroying the relationship.
Signs of a relationship in need of support
Arguments and conflict
Not connecting emotionally
Communication issues
Issues and conflict arise when resolutions cannot be found or communication breaks down. This might be due to infidelity, emotional distance or the stress daily life. Or you may feel your relationship has simply come to a standstill.
Without support or intervention there is a high risk of destroying the relationship.
With couple / marriage counselling you and your partner, as a heterosexual couple or gay or lesbian couple, find the skills and understanding for a renewed sense of closeness for building a closer, more satisfying future together.
Relationship Therapists for Couples
Using the Gottman Method of relationship and marriage therapy
The Gottman Method is a world renowned approach to relationship and marriage therapy.
John Flanagan is one of only two Gottman Advanced Clinical Trainers in Australia.
Gottman Method Therapists are trained in the Gold Standard of Gottman Method of therapy; that is three levels of comprehensive training plus a 2 year certification period.
Many therapists apply the principles from the Gottman Method of couple therapy, however at Burleigh Heads Psychology and Relationship Clinic therapists are trained by the Gottman Method Institute.
Couple and Relationship Therapy
The Gottman Method
The gold standard in relationship therapy.
The 'Gottman Method' is a world renowned, successfully proven approach to couple counselling providing the environment to work through a crisis or issues quickly and effectively.
Process orientated, cognitive and emotionally based to develop new skills and behaviours that foster a closer, more intimate relationship.
John Flanagan
Certified Gottman Couples Therapist
Advanced Clinical Trainer and Consultant
Master of Gestalt Therapy
Accredited Mental Health Social Worker
Therapy Sessions:
2 Consecutive Day Marathon
Weekly 2 Hour Sessions
Brhea Ind
Certified Gottman Couples Therapist
Registered Psychologist
Therapy Sessions:
2 Consecutive Day Marathon
Weekly 2 Hour Sessions
Tracy Wall
Gottman Level 3 trained - in certification
Psychotherapist
Therapy Sessions:
Weekly 2 Hour Sessions
Karen Holmes
Gottman Level 3 trained - in certification
Psychotherapist
Therapy Sessions:
Weekly 2 Hour Sessions
Trish Purnell-Webb
Certified Gottman Couples Therapist
Advanced Clinical Trainer & Consultant
Clinical Psychologist
Therapy Sessions:
2 Consecutive Day Marathon
(online only)
2 consecutive days
or
2 hours weekly
(for 6-12 weeks)*
Sessions
You deserve to feel your best.
Two day relationship counselling with a Certified Gottman Therapist. Both days are 7.5 hours working through a pre-prepared personalised plan to rebuild your relationship, in a safe, calm, professional and private environment.
Take home:
Your personalised plan, and a tool-kit, full of resources to assist you in continuing your journey as a couple.
Address unresolved issues, replace negative conflict patterns with positive interactions. Return home after 2 consecutive days of therapy with a renewed sense of commitment, and closeness to build a closer, more satisfying and intimate relationship together.
Face to face counselling for immediate and sustainable results.
Gottman Couple Therapy: Marathon Programme
2 Consecutive Days
Marathon Programme
Intensive 2 Day Marathon Programme
Phase 3 : Relapse Prevention
Prior to the 2 days, a questionnaire is completed by each partner. This gives the therapist an an understanding of the individual, as a couple, and the challenges and concerns in the relationship.
Phase 2 : Treatment
To commence your therapy, your interaction patterns, strengths and challenges will be shared with you both, and from there you collaboratively identify specific goals for your relationship.
Your concerns are addressed - your therapist will assist to avoid conflict, and orchestrate constructive conversation.
During the process of addressing your concerns you will develop the skills necessary for averting future conflict and for a closer and more connected relationship.
Phase 1 : Assessment
A follow-up appointment is recommended, either in person or via ZOOM (not included in the cost of the 2 consecutive days).
Fees
Advanced Clinical Certified Gottman Therapist $6,250
Certified Gottman Therapist $5,000
$750 will secure your booking (refundable up to two weeks prior to your scheduled dates)
Face to face counselling for immediate and sustainable results.
Gottman Couple Therapy: Marathon Programme
2 Consecutive Days
Address unresolved issues, replace negative conflict patterns with positive interactions. Return home after 2 consecutive days of therapy with a renewed sense of commitment, and closeness to build a closer, more satisfying and intimate relationship together.
Marathon Programme
Two day relationship counselling with a Certified Gottman Therapist. Both days are 7.5 hours working through a pre-prepared personalised plan to rebuild your relationship, in a safe, calm, professional and private environment.
Take home: Your personalised plan, and tool-kit full of resources to assist you in continuing your journey as a couple.
Travel and accommodation costs are additional and to be organised by yourself. If you are travelling from interstate or overseas, we strongly recommend travel insurance, to cover any unforeseen cancellations eg either yourselves, the Therapist.
Book an informal chat with Kylie Jo, Appointment Consultant
or call or email
Short-term counselling for immediate and sustainable results.
Gottman Couple Therapy : 2 Hour Weekly Programme
Weekly Sessions
Rebuild your relationship and resolve ongoing disagreements in a safe, calm and private environment. Come away understanding how to avoid conflict and the behaviours that create a respectful relationship. The commitment of 2 hours weekly provides the continuity to develop the skills to sustain a loving relationship long-term.
Weekly: 2 hours for 6-12 weeks
number of weeks is dependent on the couple and the concerns
Two hour weekly sessions with a trained Gottman Therapist. Meet your therapist as a couple, then individually - and then a feedback session. This assessment forms the basis of your treatment plan moving forward. The following sessions are then attended together as a couple.
Take home: Your personalised plan and tool-kit full of resources to assist you in continuing your journey as a couple.
Fees
Fees are charged per session and vary according to Gottman Therapist.
If you have private health insurance you may be entitled to a rebate from your insurer.
For more information, book a pre-appointment phone consult with Kylie Jo.
Book an informal chat with Kylie Jo, Appointment Consultant
or call or email
For a happier healthier future.
Fees are charged per session and vary according to Gottman Therapist. If you have private health insurance you may be entitled to a rebate from your insurer.
Rebuild your relationship and resolve ongoing disagreements in a safe, calm and private environment. You will both learn how to avoid conflict and the behaviours that create a respectful relationship.
The weekly commitment provides the continuity to develop the skills to sustain a loving relationship long-term.
Short-term counselling for immediate sustainable results.
Gottman Couple Therapy
Weekly Programme
2 Hours Weekly
Weekly:
2 hours for 6-12 weeks
number of weeks is dependent on the couple and the concerns
Two hour sessions with a Certified Gottman Therapist, weekly.
Meet your therapist as a couple, then individually - this forms the basis of your treatment plan. The following sessions are
together as a couple.
Take home:
Your personalised plan and tool-kit, full of resources to assist you in continuing your journey as a couple.
Therapy can vary requiring more than 10 sessions, and be discussed if necessary. The Gottman style of therapy is not meant as long-term or on going, the general time frame for couples therapy is 2 - 6 sessions onwards.
Phase 3 : Relapse prevention
Sessions are weekly (as a couple), to maintain continuity of therapy.
1st session: Review your personalised treatment plan and
collaboratively identify specific goals for your relationship.
Phase 2: Treatment
6 Sessions Weekly
(2 hours per session either in person or via Zoom)
A part of the success the Gottman Therapy is the initial assessment to gain an understanding as a couple and as individuals.
1st session: As a couple
2nd session: Split 1 hour each partner independently of the other
3rd and 4th sessions: As a couple
The time dedicated to this assessment stage gives your therapist the in-depth understanding of you as a couple; your strengths and interaction patterns, as individuals, and the challenges and issues that are of concern. This information forms the crucial framework for your therapist to develop a personalised treatment plan.
2nd session: Begin working on the most problematic concerns. Your therapist will assist to avoid conflict and have constructive conversations. Remaining sessions: The focus is on addressing issues and on assisting both partners to develop better skills for understanding one another, avert conflict to obtain a closer and more connected relationship.
Phase 1: Assessment
4 Sessions in 7-10 Day Period
(2 hours per session)
2 Hour Weekly Counselling
What to Expect
Couple Therapy Ses
Relationship Counselling
What to Expect
The Gottman Method of therapy is designed to address specific issues and get your relationship back on track.
With the Gottman Method of marriage counselling-couple counselling you will develop a better understanding of each other, learn new behaviours and develop skills that foster a close, more intimate relationship.
Assessment
The first session is attended as a couple and is then followed by a session for each partner individually to identify concerns. You then attend the fourth session together as a couple - this is your feedback session. This forms the assessment stage and gives the therapist the opportunity to identify strengths and challenges within the relationship, forming the basis of the personalised treatment plan.
Treatment
After the assessment, therapy sessions are together as a couple. With the help of your therapist you will address the concerns raised and work towards relationship goals, while developing the crucial skills necessary to avert conflict.
Choose between weekly or 2 consecutive days
Weekly 2 hour sessions for 6 - 12 weeks (*the number of weeks depends on the couple and the concerns), or a 2 consecutive day marathon, depending on preference.
2 consecutive days
or
2 hours weekly
(for 6-12 weeks)*
Sessions
You deserve to feel your best.
If you are in a current emergency or crisis call 000.
If you are experiencing physical, psychological or emotional abuse call 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732) or contact your GP.
Issues and conflict arise when resolutions cannot be found or communication breaks down. This might be due to infidelity, emotional distance or the stress daily life. Or you may feel your relationship has simply come to a standstill.
Without support or intervention there is a high risk of destroying the relationship.
With couple / marriage counselling you and your partner, as a heterosexual couple or gay or lesbian couple, find the skills and understanding for a renewed sense of closeness for building a closer, more satisfying future together.
