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The Gottman Approach to Couples Therapy

Posted by: Dr. Justin D'Arienzo, Psy.D., ABPP

The Gottman Approach is a research-based approach to couples therapy that has been shown to be effective in helping couples improve their communication, resolve conflict, and strengthen their relationships. What is the Gottman Approach? The Gottman Approach is based on the idea that all relationships go through ups and downs, and that it is possible to learn how to weather the storms and come out stronger on the other side. The approach focuses on helping couples to: Understand their own and their partner’s emotional needs. Communicate effectively with each other. Resolve conflict in a healthy way. Build trust and intimacy. Maintain a positive outlook on their relationship.

How does the Gottman Approach work? The Gottman Approach is typically conducted over a series of weekly or biweekly sessions. In each session, the therapist or psychologist will work with the couple to: Identify their strengths and weaknesses as a couple. Learn how to communicate effectively with each other. Resolve conflict in a healthy way. Build trust and intimacy. Maintain a positive outlook on their relationship.

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Effective Methods of Communication for Couples

Posted by: Dr. Justin D'Arienzo, Psy.D., ABPP

Effective Methods of Communication for Couples Updated 2023–Effective Methods of Communication for Couples was written by future Industrial Organizational Psychologist, Brandon Araujo, for the D’Arienzo Psychology in September 2014. D’Arienzo Psychological Group is a Jacksonville, Florida based Clinical, Forensic, and Industrial Psychology Practice.  One of our specialties is couples counseling and marital therapy, and we […]

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Positive Psychology

Posted by: Dr. Justin D'Arienzo, Psy.D., ABPP

Positive psychology is a reemerging branch of psychology that focuses on the idea that people naturally desire meaningful and fulfilling lives. This branch of psychology has three main pillars: positive experiences, positive individual traits, and positive institutions. After Martin Seligman launched this new field of psychology in 1988, psychologists around the world started experimenting to discover what makes people happy. One longitudinal study of 1500 individuals discovered certain aspects that were commonly found in a meaningful life, which includes helping others, having an enjoyable career, and receiving social support.

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Why Go to Marriage Therapy or Couples Counseling?

Posted by: Dr. Justin D'Arienzo, Psy.D., ABPP

Why Go to Marriage Therapy or Couples Counseling?  was written by future Psychologist, Brandon Araujo, for the D’Arienzo Psychological Group in October 2014. D’Arienzo Psychological Group is a Jacksonville, Florida based Clinical and Forensic Psychology Practice that specializes in couples counseling and marriage therapy. The therapy team consists of a  psychologist, two clinical social workers, a mental […]

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The Effects of Relationship Problems On Work Performance

Posted by: Dr. Justin D'Arienzo, Psy.D., ABPP

The Effects of Relationship Problems On Work Performance The Effects of Relationship Problems was written by future Industrial Organizational Psychologist, Brandon Araujo, for the D’Arienzo Psychological Group in August 2014. D’Arienzo Psychological Group is a Jacksonville, Florida based Clinical, Forensic, and Industrial Psychology Practice that is uniquely qualified to assist staffing companies, human resource departments, and small […]

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