Unlocking Deeper Connection: Gottman Method Therapy Insights
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Unlocking Deeper Connection: Gottman Method Therapy Insights

Unlock the potential for deeper connection and lasting harmony in your relationship through Gottman Method therapy. Discover evidence-based techniques for effective communication and emotional fulfillment at Thrive Therapy and Couples Counseling in Lakewood, CA.

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Boost Your Relationship with Gottman Method Therapy Tips
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Boost Your Relationship with Gottman Method Therapy Tips

Explore the transformative power of Gottman Method therapy at Thrive Therapy and Couples Counseling in Lakewood, CA. Strengthen your relationship foundation and enhance emotional connection with proven strategies and tools tailored for lasting love and communication.

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5 Signs You May Need Couples Counseling
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5 Signs You May Need Couples Counseling

Recognize the signs you may need couples counseling. Thrive Therapy and Couples Counseling in Lakewood, CA offers virtual and in-person sessions using the Gottman Method.

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What Kind of Therapy is Best for Couples?
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What Kind of Therapy is Best for Couples?

Discover why the Gottman Method is the ultimate solution for couples therapy in Lakewood, CA. Transform your relationship with evidence-based techniques tailored to your unique needs.

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The Antidote to Contempt
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The Antidote to Contempt

The antidote to contempt is to build a culture of appreciation. This is particularly hard when an individual or couple is overwhelmed with negative sentiments toward their partner but it is the only way contempt can be reversed.

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The 3rd Horseman: Contempt
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The 3rd Horseman: Contempt

Contempt is so much more than criticizing a person. Contempt is the assumption of “moral superiority” over another person. In other words, “I am better than you.”

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The Second Horseman: Defensiveness
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The Second Horseman: Defensiveness

Dr. John and Dr. Julie Gottman define defensiveness as, “An attempt to protect yourself, to defend your innocence, to ward off a perceived attack.” The idea is simply this: I am not the problem, you are. Couples often respond defensively when they feel critizied, blamed, or their partner expresses a complaint.

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