Led by Drs. Courtney & Ryan Stivers
YOU WILL LEARN HOW TO:
Foster respect, affection & closeness
Build & share a deeper connection with each other's inner world
Keep conflict discussions calm
Break through & resolve conflict gridlock
Strengthen & maintain the gains in your relationship
THE PRICE FOR OUR COUPLES ONLY WORKSHOP INCLUDES:
The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work Book
The Seven Principles Companion Workbook allows you to privately record answers and journal thoughtfully about the concepts in the book as they apply to your relationship. It takes users step-by-step through the interactive exercises in each chapter of The Seven Principles Book.
"Love Map/Open Ended Questions" card deck. This deck is fun and effective way for couples to get to know one another's inner lives, thus increasing closeness and friendship.
Engaging presentation and the opportunity for many exercises and conversations with your partner.
Lunch and refreshments catered onsite depending on length of workshop.
Private location in the Peoria area.
REGISTRATION
Space in each workshop is limited, so register now. Your space will be guaranteed on receipt of payment. Registration ends one week prior to workshop date to give time for all materials to be ordered.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN IN OUR RELATIONSHIP WORKSHOPS:
The Seven Principles Program will give you new insights and research-based relationship skills that can dramatically improve the intimacy and friendship in your relationship and help you resolve conflict in a healthy, productive way.
This class combines teaching and demonstrations with one-on-one breakout sessions where you and your partner focus on your relationship with each other. Confidentiality is strictly maintained. Although we encourage questions and comments, you do not need to speak in the workshop if you do not want.
MARRIAGE WORKSHOP DETAILS:
This program is based upon the New York Times best seller The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work by Dr. John Gottman, Ph.D.
Straightforward in its approach yet profound in its effect, the principles outlined in Dr. Gottman's groundbreaking book teach partners new and groundbreaking strategies for making their relationships work.
For over 30 years Dr. Gottman scientifically analyzed the habits of married couples and established a method of correcting the behaviors that put thousands of marriages on the rocks. He helps couples focus on each other and the small day-to-day moments that, strung together, make up the heart and soul of any relationship.
This class is designed to strengthen your marriage or committed relationship. If you already have a strong relationship, this class will provide you with insights and tools to make it even better. If your relationship is distressed, this class will provide a road map for repair.
Research shows that on average, couples wait 6 years from the first sign of problems before they seek help. That's like waiting 6 years with cancer before seeking medical care. Please don't wait until your relationship is falling apart to get help. Be proactive and learn what decades of research teach us about healthy relationships.
IS THIS COUPLES WORKSHOP FOR US?
The Gottman Seven Principles Program is designed for all couples in a committed relationship, including:
Pre-engaged couples (those considering marriage)
Engaged or Premarital couples (those taking steps towards marriage)
Married couples
Every phase of relationships, from newlyweds to senior couples
Those who wish to enhance an already “good” marriage or relationship
Those needing better conflict management tools
Those considering couples therapy but who are not "ready" for formal therapy yet
We offer 2 day, 1 day, and 3 hour presentation options using the Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work program. The 2 day program covers all the material, the 1 day program condenses multiple principles for the sake of time. The 3 hour workshop is a more general overview of the program.
Current Gottman Workshop offerings will be listed below in the scheduling widget.
This workshop is educational and not psychotherapy. Friends, family, and other professionals who may know the presenters are welcome to attend. Other counselors will also be present to facilitate break out sessions.
We offer 10% off for a group of 5 or more couples. We also offer 10% off to military or couples involved in professional ministry/pastors. Please contact Dr. Courtney Stivers directly at courtney@summitfamily.net for group discount codes.
Interested in hosting a workshop in your church or community? Give us a call at 309-713-1485.
*If you are dealing with emotional abuse, domestic violence, unwanted touch, or substance abuse, this class is not appropriate and you should instead seek individual or couples therapy which we also offer.
6 Hour Example Schedule
8:30 am - Registration & Breakfast
9:00 am – Introductions, Lecture on Chapters 1-3
10:00 am – Principle 1
11:00 am – Break
11:15 am – Principle 3
12:00 pm – Lunch
1:00 pm – Principle 5
1:30 pm – Principle 6
3:00 pm – Break
3:15 pm – Principle 7
4:00 pm – Questions & Wrap Up
What is the cancellation policy?
Your registration fee is non-refundable, but transferable. Once registered, if unforeseen circumstances prevent you from attending a workshop, you will have the opportunity to transfer your fee to any other service provided through Summit Family Therapy including other workshops, intensives, groups, or retreats within 12 months of the registration date instead. However, there will be a $75 transfer fee applied. All classes are enrolled on a first come, first serve basis. If the workshop is cancelled by the presenters, the option will be given for a full refund or a complimentary transfer will be provided.