English-Speaking Therapist in Prague

In couples sessions, I use the Gottman Method, developed by psychologists Drs. John and Julie Gottman on the basis of more than 40 years of research. I have completed Level 2 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy. The method starts with a thorough assessment that shows the strengths and the challenging areas of your relationship, followed by targeted interventions.

Together we build on what already works well between you, and work step by step on what hurts.

Depending on your needs and the results of the assessment, we may focus on:

• Healthier conflict

  Recognise the four patterns that harm relationships most – criticism, contempt, defensiveness and stonewalling – and learn together what to do instead.

• Turning towards

  Notice each other's small everyday "bids" for attention and connection, and respond in ways that build closeness.

• Repair and calming down

  Learn to pause when emotions run high, calm down, and find your way back to each other after an argument.

• Solvable or lasting issues

  Solve what can be solved, and talk about ongoing differences – such as culture, family or money – with more understanding and less pain.

• Friendship and intimacy

  Get to know each other's inner world again, show appreciation, and bring more warmth, fun and intimacy into your relationship.

• Shared dreams and meaning

  Share your values and life dreams, and create a common vision – especially valuable when you come from different cultures.

• Trust and commitment

  Rebuild trust after hurt or betrayal, and strengthen your sense of being a team.

• Practice at home

  Try out new skills between sessions with the Gottman Relationship Builder – short videos and simple exercises you can do together at your own pace.

1. First 90-minute couples session. We talk through the history of your relationship, your current concerns and what you hope to get out of counselling.
2. Online questionnaires. If we feel we are a good fit, you each complete the Gottman relationship questionnaires online within a few days.
3. Individual sessions. Each of you has a 55-minute individual session to share more about your personal background and your view of the relationship.
4. Feedback couples session. We meet together again: I share my reflections and recommendations, and we agree on goals for our work.

Weekly 90-minute sessions are strongly recommended, as this rhythm makes counselling more effective. How long counselling takes depends on your situation, your readiness for change and the work you do between sessions. We regularly review your progress and satisfaction together.

Phasing out and ending

Towards the end, we meet less often, so you can test your new relationship skills in daily life. You can end counselling whenever you wish – yet a final session together helps to summarise your progress, name what you still want to work on, and say goodbye.