Couples & Relationship Therapy

Are you feeling unheard, unappreciated, or disconnected from your partner? Many couples struggle with issues like communication, trust, parenting, finances, in-laws, or simply longing to feel closer. If this sounds familiar, couples therapy can help.

At Healing Journey Collective in Calgary, we specialize in relationship and marriage counseling that helps partners reconnect, heal, and grow. Our therapists use a blend of the Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)—two of the most trusted, evidence-based approaches for couples. Together, we focus on strengthening communication, rebuilding trust, and deepening emotional intimacy so you can create a stronger and more secure bond.

We also provide support for couples exploring or currently practicing consensual non-monogamy (CNM). Our non-judgmental and affirming approach helps you navigate unique challenges while fostering trust, respect, and clarity in your relationship.

Whether you’re working through small disagreements or major challenges, our goal is to provide a safe space where both partners feel heard, valued, and supported. With the right tools and guidance, couples often discover new ways to connect and build the relationship they’ve always wanted.

Take the first step toward a healthier, happier partnership. Book a complimentary 15-minute consultation with one of our Calgary couples therapists today.

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Gottman Method Couples Therapy in Calgary

At Healing Journey Collective, our therapists in Calgary are trained in the Gottman Method for Couples Therapy, a highly researched and evidence-based approach that helps partners build stronger, more connected, and lasting relationships.

The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work

Drs. John and Julie Gottman identified seven key principles that guide couples toward healthy, fulfilling partnerships:

Enhance Love Maps – Deepen knowledge of each other’s world.
Nurture Fondness and Admiration – Focus on appreciation and positive regard.
Turn Toward Instead of Away – Respond to bids for attention and connection.
Let Your Partner Influence You – Share power and value your partner’s perspective.
Solve Solvable Problems – Use constructive conflict resolution skills.
Overcome Gridlock – Address perpetual issues with compassion and understanding.
Create Shared Meaning – Build rituals, goals, and values that give your relationship purpose.

These principles provide couples with practical tools to strengthen intimacy, improve communication, and foster resilience.

The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse

The Gottmans also discovered four communication patterns that predict relationship distress if left unaddressed:

Criticism – Attacking your partner’s character rather than addressing behavior.
Contempt – Expressing disrespect, sarcasm, or superiority.
Defensiveness – Meeting concerns with counter-attacks instead of openness.
Stonewalling – Shutting down, withdrawing, or refusing to engage.

Our therapists help couples identify and replace these destructive patterns with healthier, more constructive ways of relating.

Our Approach

At Healing Journey Collective, we integrate the Gottman Method with other supportive therapeutic approaches, including Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). This allows us to tailor therapy to each couple’s unique needs—whether you are looking to strengthen your connection, rebuild trust, navigate conflict, or create a shared vision for your future.

Ready to take the next step? Book a complimentary 15-minute consultation with one of our Calgary-based therapists trained in the Gottman Method and start your healing journey today.

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