"Studies Around the World Confirm That Passion Usually Ends."

No wonder some cultures think that selecting a mate based on something so fleeting is folly.

National Geographic Feb. 2006

Long-term relationship commitment takes more than falling in love

In the same article...

"Scientist are discovering that the cocktail of brain chemicals that sparks romance is totally different from the blend that fosters long-term attachment."

Gottman Certified Couples Therapy

We have developed our counselling/coaching approach around the research of Dr. John Gottman (see www.gottman.com ) PhD who has spent 30 years studying what works in relationships. He is the author of 37 books and a leading expert in the field of relationships.  He has appeared on Oprah, Good Morning America etc. and had articles featured in numerous magazines.

This scientific, non-traditional and positive 'nuts and bolts' approach to working with couples ensures that you are provided with tools that get results.  See our Assessments page for examples of tools provided for every couple.

Topics will include... 1. Understanding personality differences  2. How to build passion and love back into the relationship 3. How to solve or dialogue effectively about any issue you face 4. Learning about love languages and how to discover yours   5. How to process failed bids for connection 6. Building a shared meaning system that propels you into a more fulfilling future.

You will learn: 

• How your personality styles effects your relationship and what to do about it

• About simple negotiation techniques 

• How to identify and find antidotes for the "Four Horsemen; Contempt, Criticism, Defensiveness, and Stonewalling."

• About your “Friendship Profile”, the “Conflict Profile”, and the “Shared Meanings Profile”.

• How to resolve the "physiological flooding" and anxious feelings that accompany many relationships

• To successfully dialogue about grid-locked conflicts

• Establish six social skills necessary for effective conflict resolution.

• To love unconditionally with no strings attached

• Stages of forgiveness and how to apologize and mean it

• How to deepen the  'friendship System" 

• How to develop and create a shared system of values and meanings.

We also offer professional advice and guidance on dealing with...

• Affairs, depression, addiction, trauma and violent behavior.

You will be expected to ..

• Do weekly homework 

• Participate fully in all appointments

• Commit to having a better relationship

• Inform your coach if you are not understanding something or if he is missing something.

If this is where you are at and you like what you see than please 
do not hesitate to give us a Call to set up an initial consultation.

Call our office at 604-539-5277