Frequently Asked Questions about the Henderson, Nevada
Gottman Weekend Couples Workshop
How does the Weekend Couples Workshops compare to Couples or Marriage Counseling?
Whether you choose to work on your relationship in The Art & SCIENCE of Love (ASL): Weekend Couples Workshops, or in Couples or Marriage Counseling with a Gottman Certified Therapist, you are in good hands. In both venues you will be actively working with your partner in structured exercises designed to build your connection and increase understanding and empathy for one another even when you disagree. The workshop is a very powerful change agent for most couples. Some couples may need more assistance than can be provided in a workshop setting. If you have any questions about the best fit for your particular situation, feel free to call Patricia to discuss your options.
My partner is not comfortable sharing any of our private information in a public setting or even in therapy. Will we need to share our private life with others?
Couples are not asked to share any private information in the ASL Couples Workshops. Patricia and Scott will lecture, show films and demonstrate with humorous role plays the right and wrong way to go about a particular exercise; then couples will break out on their own to practice the exercise. Patricia and Scott will be on hand - roving the area to help couples who want help.
What is a Certified Gottman Therapist?
A Certified Gottman Therapist is a therapist who has completed an extensive certification program administered by The Gottman Institute. Scott is a marriage and family counselor trained directly by Drs. John and Julie Gottman. There are five levels for professionals to complete for certification. Please see Gottman.com for more information from the Gottman Institute.
What is a Certified Gottman Workshop Leader?
Certified Gottman Workshop Leaders are Certified Gottman Therapists who have received additional training at the Gottman Institute to prepare them to present the trademarked Weekend Workshop for Couples created by Drs. John and Julie Gottman, The Art & SCIENCE of Love. Both Patricia and Scott have completed this additional training.
Should we do anything to prepare for The Art & SCIENCE of Love Workshop or for Gottman- Method Couples Counseling?
It is not necessary for you to do any preparation, however some couples find it helpful to read the book “The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work” by Dr. John Gottman. This book is widely available at bookstores, or online at Gottman.com.
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For further information on the Weekend Couples Workshop, please contact:
Scott Wolfe, Ph.D.: (702) 757-7393