Gottman Method Therapists in Chestermere, AB
Zarifa Andani
MPCC-P, RTC-C
This work isn’t about fixing your parts—it’s about helping you feel more like your whole self again. We can work together to slow down, get curious, and listen deeply. Our internal body wisdom is an integral source of information that speaks more significantly than words. Real change is possible when ALL of you feels safe enough to be seen and supported, just as you are.
Eleni Anagnosti
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, HBA, BA
My approach is compassionate, culturally attuned, and collaborative. I draw from CBT, strengths-based, solution-focused, and trauma-informed approaches to support ADHD, anxiety, depression, burnout, grief, life transitions, and relationship patterns. Together, we focus on building practical tools, emotional balance, and a stronger sense of self-trust.
Emma Hartley
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA (she, her)
Are you looking for a therapist that knows what it's like to feel lost or overwhelmed and how to find your footing again? Noticing yourself feeling more anxious, "just tired", and craving a space to slow down and reconnect with a sense of meaning or purpose? Trying to make sense of shifts in mood, questioning careers, exploring relationships, parenting and identity, or a major life transition?
Erin Ibrahim
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA
Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, relationship stress, self-esteem struggles, or just feeling stuck, we can work through it together. Pulling from a variety of frameworks to instead suit your unique needs instead of making it feel one-size-fits-all, I have interest in anxiety, depression, relationships, attachment, neurodiversity, and self-esteem. I look forward to connecting!
Marissa Whalley
Registered Psychologist
I’m Marissa, a Calgary-based Registered Psychologist offering warm, approachable, and collaborative therapy for teens, adults, and couples. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, grief, communication, and holistic wellbeing, drawing on EMDR, DBT, and Gottman approaches. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space for clarity, healing, and growth.
Amelia Traer
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA, PsiChi
My work is shaped by CBT, ACT, DBT, ERP, and trauma-informed, mindfulness-based approaches. I support clients with anxiety, burnout, OCD and phobias, ADHD, grief, life transitions, women's health, and chronic health concerns. Our therapy space adapts, with a focus on connection, emotional regulation, and practical strategies that fit your life.
Dr. Erinn Bailey-Sawatzky
Psy.D, MACP, R.C.C., R.T.C, C.T at Country Counselling Services Camrose Alberta
Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D) Master of Arts Counselling Psychology (MACP) Registered Clinical Counsellor Registered Therapeutic Counsellor Counselling Therapist Offering individual and couples therapy, clinical counselling assessment, Insomnia treatment, Menopause support, ADHD and Autism Counselling, and more. For a full listing of services please visit WWW.COUNTRYCOUNSELLING.COM
Kate MacDonald
Registered Psychologist
Get relief from anxiety, burnout, and perfectionism—without losing your edge. Virtual therapy in Alberta, Canada
Katharine Heimbigner-Tenor
Registered Psychologist
Katharine specializes in working with adult individuals and couples who have experienced trauma and may be struggling with PTSD, C-PTSD, dissociation, somatic/body complaints, anxiety or depression. Additionally, they may be neurodivergent (ADHD, ASD, AUDHD, gifted etc.) or suspect they are. Along with counselling she also provides ADHD, PTSD, psychoeducational and other assessments.
Journey Psychology
Compassionate, evidence-based care for your mental health journey
At Journey Psychology, we provide a safe and supportive space for individuals, couples, and families to explore challenges and build resilience. Our team of experienced therapists offers evidence-based approaches tailored to your unique needs, helping you move toward healing, growth, and balance.
The Mental Health Clinic
Counselling Therapist | Canadian Certified Counsellor | Registered Social Worker
Too many people have worked with therapists who feel distant, rushed, or disconnected. At The Mental Health Clinic, we do things differently. Our therapists are carefully chosen for both their experience and their genuine passion for helping others. With online counselling across Alberta, we’re here to make sure you feel supported, understood, and cared for every step of the way.
Mara Behan
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
I help couples and individuals find growth, healing, and stronger connections. Using evidence-based and individualized approaches, I support those struggling with women's health concerns (e.g., pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause, menopause), relationship concerns (e.g., resentment, infidelity), and life transitions (e.g., separation/divorce, parenting). I offer a free 15-minute consultation!
Betrayal Trauma & Grief Counsellor
Registered Provisional Psychologist
I help individuals and couples across Alberta heal from betrayal, infidelity, grief, and relational trauma. If you’re feeling emotionally unsafe, disconnected, or stuck in painful cycles, I offer structured, compassionate, trauma informed therapy to restore trust, rebuild connection, and strengthen emotional resilience. I offer in-person sessions in Calgary and virtual session across Alberta.
Rachel Bradley MA
Registered Psychologist
I help adults and couples in Calgary and across Alberta navigate anxiety, relationships, and life transitions. My approach is warm, practical, and collaborative, using evidence-based methods like ACT, IFS, CBT, and Gottman Therapy. I also provide adult ADHD assessments and psychological evaluations.
Sarah Perone
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
I help individuals and couples break painful relationship cycles so they can feel more connected, secure, and confident. I support concerns like recurrent conflict, relationship anxiety (and ROCD), limerence, and resentment. Using an attachment- and evidence-based approach, I offer warm, non-judgmental virtual therapy across Ontario. Book a free 15-minute consultation to get started.
Mandeep Lalli
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed or stuck? Something feels wrong? I help people navigate anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and relationship struggles, with culturally sensitive care that honours your full background, including pressures others may miss. As a South Asian therapist with 15 years of experience in the corporate world, I bring lived experience and real-world context to therapy.
Christina Hong
Registered Provisional Psychologist
Hello there! I am Christina, I have a genuine love and care for connecting with people. I’m here to support you if anxiety has been making life feel heavy or overwhelming. I believe that, counselling at its core is the genuine collaborative connection of individuals coming together to navigate this wonderfully bizarrely life of ours. In my role, my mission is to create a warm, supportive, and j…
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gottman Method
What is the Gottman Method?
The Gottman Method is a couples therapy approach developed by Dr. John Gottman and Dr. Julie Gottman, grounded in more than four decades of research on what makes relationships succeed or fail. The approach is guided by the Sound Relationship House theory, which identifies the components of healthy relationships — trust, commitment, deep knowledge of each other, shared meaning, and effective conflict management. It is one of the most extensively researched couples therapy models available.
What are the "Four Horsemen" in the Gottman Method?
Gottman's research identified four communication patterns that are highly predictive of relationship breakdown: criticism (attacking a partner's character rather than the specific behaviour), contempt (treating a partner with disrespect, superiority, or disgust — the most corrosive predictor), defensiveness (self-protection that prevents accountability), and stonewalling (emotional shutdown and withdrawal during conflict). Gottman Method therapy helps couples recognize these patterns and replace them with healthier alternatives — gentle start-up, expressing appreciation, taking responsibility, and self-soothing.
What does a Gottman Method couples session involve?
Gottman-trained therapists typically begin with an assessment phase — individual and joint sessions that explore the relationship's history, strengths, and challenges, often using validated questionnaires from the Gottman Institute. Treatment then addresses the areas identified in assessment: communication and conflict skills, deepening emotional intimacy, building shared meaning, and managing perpetual (unsolvable) problems through compromise and dialogue. Sessions often include structured conversations guided by the therapist, with the goal of changing how partners interact in the moment.
Is the Gottman Method only for couples in crisis?
No — the Gottman Method is used both for couples in significant distress and for couples who are functioning well and want to strengthen their relationship. Premarital counselling using Gottman principles helps couples build a strong foundation before problems arise. Couples navigating major transitions — parenthood, illness, career change, retirement — also benefit from Gottman-informed work. The research basis means the approach is grounded in what actually predicts long-term relationship success, not just crisis management.
How long does Gottman Method couples therapy take?
The length of Gottman Method therapy depends on the severity of distress and the goals. Many couples in moderate distress see meaningful improvement in 10–20 sessions. More distressed couples — particularly those where trust has been broken or where the Four Horsemen are deeply entrenched — typically benefit from longer-term work. Gottman Institute "couples workshops" (weekend intensives) are also offered as a complement to ongoing therapy, allowing concentrated work in a shorter period.