Gottman Method Couples Therapy in Calgary
Rebuild trust. Communicate better. Feel closer. Gottman Therapy at Refresh Counselling helps you and your partner create the kind of relationship that lasts.
Strengthen Your Connection with Gottman Method Couples Therapy
You may have heard:
- You never listen to me.
- We’re just too different.
- Maybe love isn’t enough.
How Gottman Therapy Helps Your Relationship
At Refresh Counselling, Gottman Method Therapy can help you:
- Break free from repeating arguments that never get resolved
- Improve how you listen and communicate with each other
- Rebuild trust after distance or hurt
- Nurture respect, appreciation, and intimacy
- Create a stronger foundation for lasting partnership
Talk better. Fight fair. Love deeper. Gottman Therapy helps you and your partner create a relationship that lasts.
Beside You On Your Journey
We provide a safe, supportive, and confidential environment where you can explore your emotions, heal from past wounds, and overcome internal or external challenges. Our team of registered Calgary Psychologists and Counsellors are here to walk beside you—offering compassionate care, professional insight, and evidence-based strategies to help you move forward.
Common Reasons People Seek Counselling
Our clients come to us with a wide range of concerns, including:
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Body Image
- Boundaries
- Cancer
- Cultural Issues
- Decision-Making
- Depression
- Eating Issues
- Emotional Regulation
- Family of Origin Issues
- Fear
- Guilt
- Shame
- Grief & Loss
- Parenting Issues
- Perfectionism
- Phobias
- Relationships
- Self-Care
- Self-Development
- Self-Esteem
- Sleep Problems
- Spirituality
- Stress Management
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma
- Work & Career
Whether you’re dealing with one issue or a mix of interconnected challenges, our therapists help you unpack what’s really going on and create a path forward—rooted in self-awareness, healing, and personal growth.
What to Expect from Your Therapy Journey
Every person’s path is different. Our registered Psychologists and Counsellors use a customized approach to fit your unique situation and goals. While your experience will be your own, many clients find therapy helpful in:
- Processing past traumas and losses
- Exploring core emotions and unmet needs
- Developing healthier thinking patterns
- Improving emotional regulation and communication
- Building coping skills and resilience
- Gaining clarity around identity, values, and direction
Evidence-Based Therapy Approaches We Use
We draw on a range of proven therapeutic models to support your growth, including:
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT): Reshape negative thoughts and build better behaviours
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT): Understand and express your emotions in healthier ways
- Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT): Identify strengths and set practical, future-focused goals
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR): Heal from trauma and reduce distress tied to painful memories
Why Choose Refresh Counselling?
At Refresh Counselling, we provide high-quality, personalized mental health care that respects your unique story. Our team takes the time to truly understand your challenges and tailor a treatment plan that fits your goals.
Mental Health Matters
We’re passionate about helping people heal—with genuine care, empathy, and respect for every journey.
Licensed & Certified
You can trust that our therapists are not only qualified but committed to staying informed and improving their practice.
Holistic & Collaborative
Our care is rooted in a holistic view of well-being, nurturing every part of you with the help of our dedicated team.
Specialized Care
With varied specialties, our team tailors care to each client—drawing from approaches like EMDR, CBT, Play Therapy, and more.
Therapists of Gottman Method Couples Therapy
Below is a list of our Therapists who offer Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
Sara Alia
MC, Registered Psychologist
Emma Lavoie
MC, Registered Social Worker
Faye Archer Wilson
MA, Registered Psychologist
Cynthia Baroud
MA, Registered Provisional Psychologist
You’re Not Alone—Start Rebuilding Today
Have Questions About Gottman Method Couples Therapy?
Find quick answers about what to expect, how it works, and how to get started with the right therapist for you.
Yes. Gottman Therapy is built on over 40 years of research studying real couples. It offers practical skills that help partners in Calgary rebuild trust, enhance friendship, reduce conflict, and strengthen emotional and physical intimacy.
Absolutely. The Gottman Method includes structured interventions specifically designed for repair, rebuilding trust, and restoring safety after emotional or relational injuries.
The Gottman Method is an evidence-based approach to Couples Therapy Calgary that helps partners improve communication, deepen emotional connection, and reduce conflict. It focuses on building friendship, trust, and long-lasting relationship satisfaction through structured interventions.
There isn’t a set number of sessions because every couple’s needs are unique. Many partners see progress within 6 to 12 sessions, while others continue longer to deepen their partnership with guidance from our couples counsellors and online therapists.