Relationship Evaluation | Don and Carrie Cole | #120
Today Don and Carrie Cole return and share with host Dr. Dave Schramm and Dr. Liz Hale a unique Relationship Evaluation checklist they created to help couples check up on there relationship connection. Don and Carrie also discuss unique insights and techniques they have learned in practice with couples at the Center for Relationship Wellness and The Gottman Institute to improve relationship connection and intimacy.
Chapters:
0:00 - Introduction
0:43 - Hello Dr. Don & Carrie Cole
02:07 - Relationship Evaluation
05:30 - Relationship Interference From Family
09:01 - Dangers of Oversharing with Family
10:10 - Developing a Couple Identity
14:04 - Beware the Gaps
15:55 - Stress Reducing Conversations
23:44 - New Years Resolutions
25:48 - Navigating Crisis
31:27 - Physical Touch and Depression
34:33 -Feeling Neglected
37:40 - Empty Nests
40:07 - Couples Retreat
42:05 - Safe To Be Vulnerable
44:19 - That Makes Sense
45:33 - The Key To A Stronger Marriage Connection
47:23 -Don and Carrie's Resources
51:56 - Closing
About Dr. Don & Carrie Cole:
Dr. Carrie Cole is the Director of Research for The Gottman Institute and manages the Gottman Love Lab. She holds a Ph.D. in psychological research and a master’s degree in counseling psychology. She is a licensed professional counselor and an approved LPC supervisor in the State of Texas, a licensed mental health counselor in the State of Washington, and a Certified Gottman Therapist. Carrie is a Master Trainer for The Gottman Institute and trains therapists in Gottman Method Couples Therapy around the world. She is a consultant for the certification program and has led The Art and Science of Love weekend workshop for couples multiple times a year since 2008. Carrie has also published peer-reviewed journal articles independently and with doctors John and Julie Gottman. Her work with couples includes couples therapy, workshops, seminars, and intensive marathon sessions. Carrie and her husband, Dr. Don Cole reside in Seattle, WA.
Links:
Centerforrelationshipwellness.com
carrie@gottman.com
don@gottman.com
gottman.com
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