Couples Workshop

Join us for this engaging in person workshop for couples who would like to deepen their connection, improve communication, and learn new conflict management skills. This workshop was developed by University of Washington professor Dr. John Gottman, and provides information and exercises that are proven to strengthen relationships for a lifetime.

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Couples will learn research proven skills to:

  • Deepen intimacy, trust and friendship

  • Resolve conflict more successfully

  • Communicate clearly and effectively

  • Identify solvable problems and overcome gridlock

  • Strengthen your relationship for a lifetime

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For more information or to register directly with us, please email emily@seattletherapyandcounseling.com, or call (206) 717-4060

 

Workshop Info

The workshop includes lectures, demonstrations, videos and private couples exercises. The activities are fun, insightful and informative. And there is no need to worry about sharing your personal problems in front of others… we don’t do any group sharing at this workshop.

Join Gottman trained couples therapists Emily Grogan and Chris Paredes, who will lead you through a fun and engaging workshop based on the principles discussed in the videos below.

Who should attend?

  • Couples in a committed relationship

  • Engaged Couples

  • Everyone from newlyweds to seniors

  • Those who wish to enhance a good marriage

  • Those who want to improve conflict management skills

Who should not attend?

  • Couples with severe relationship distress

  • Those with emotional or physical abuse

  • Those with addictions to drugs, alcohol, or gambling

  • Couples with one or both partners experiencing mental health problems

FAQ

  • We are unable to offer refunds, however if you are unable to attend the workshop you initially registered for, we are happy to change your registration to a future workshop within a 12 month period.

  • No. While we will ask questions and interact with attendees, you are not required to talk. If you are more comfortable hanging back, listening, and participating in the private exercises with your partner, that works great too.

  • The workshop is held in the Capitol Hill area of Seattle at 1919 E Prospect St, Seattle, WA 98112, where there is plenty of free street parking.

  • No. You will not be asked to share personal information with the workshop leaders or other attendees.

  • Yes. This workshop is designed to allow couples to work through exercises together.

  • No. Information in the book will be covered during the workshop. The book is included in materials, giving you the opportunity to read it after the workshop.

  • No. This workshop will be in person, but contact us for more information about upcoming online workshops.

  • No. This is an educational workshop focused on building skills, learning about relationships, and engaging in exercises with your partner. If after the workshop, you decide you would like to begin therapy, please ask for referrals from the leaders.

  • Registration closes 2 weeks before the workshop date.

Group Facilitators

Emily Grogan

MA, LMHC

Emily is a Gottman Seven Principles Leader and co-leader of this workshop. Emily is deeply committed to helping couples improve their relationships and achieve lasting love and fulfillment. As a seasoned practitioner of the Gottman Seven Principles program, she has worked with numerous couples to help them strengthen their emotional bonds, increase their intimacy, and enhance their communication skills.

Emily's compassionate and non-judgmental approach creates a safe and supportive space for couples to explore their feelings and learn new strategies for building a strong and healthy relationship. In addition to leading workshops, Emily also provides individual and couples therapy services, empowering clients to achieve their relationship goals and live their best lives.

Chris Paredes

MA, LMHC

Chris is a Gottman Seven Principles Leader and co-facilitator of this workshop. Chris has a passion for helping couples strengthen their relationships and achieve lasting happiness. Through the Gottman Seven Principles program, he has helped couples develop the skills they need to communicate effectively, build trust, and deepen their emotional connection.

Chris's warm, empathetic approach creates a safe and supportive environment for couples to learn and grow together. In addition to leading workshops, Chris also offers private therapy services for individuals and couples.

What are the Gottman Seven Principles?

  • Share Love Maps

    Knowing your partner's desires, past, and likes is a love map. It's more than love language, it's loving all parts of them. Building love maps is crucial for a healthy relationship.

  • Nurture Fondness and Admiration

    Acknowledging positives and caring for others shows in friendship. It's the basis for positive relationships. When you innately respect each other as people, great things naturally follow

  • Turn Towards Each Other

    Being consistently present in your partner's life builds trust and intimacy. It's easier to face challenges and come out stronger together.

  • Let Your Partner Influence You

    Respect means valuing someone's input without controlling them. Key to a good relationship is communication, compromise, and listening.

  • Solve Solvable Problems

    Choosing to solve surface-level issues is key to reducing stress and conflict in a relationship.

  • Overcome Gridlock

    Healthy conversations can help get past gridlocked issues. It's not always about solving the problem but forming a positive habit together.

  • Create Shared Meaning

    In a committed relationship, shared goals, beliefs, and rituals build intimacy. Shared meaning encourages each other's dreams.