Marathon Therapy
Why Gottman Marathon Therapy Works
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Focused Intervention: The concentrated format allows couples to address challenges intensively, often resulting in breakthroughs that might take months in traditional weekly therapy.
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Customised Assessment: A thorough initial assessment pinpoints relationship strengths and areas for growth, ensuring therapy is tailored to each couple’s unique needs.
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Skill Building: Couples learn and practise new communication and conflict management skills in real time, fostering immediate and practical improvements.
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Relationship Repair: Extended sessions allow for deep emotional work, reconnection, and healing, providing a safe space for couples to resolve longstanding issues.
What to expect
The therapy is delivered either face-to-face in Torquay or online, with two main formats available to suit differing needs and preferences:
Face-to-Face Format (Torquay)
•Duration: 2 days, comprising a total of 10 hours of therapy.
•Assessment: The first 4 hours are dedicated to assessment, including interviews, questionnaires, and structured observation of the couple’s interactions.
•Written Report: Following assessment, a detailed written report is provided giving recommendations.
•Therapy Sessions: The remaining 6 hours focus on targeted therapeutic intervention, skill building, and relationship enhancement.
Online Format
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Duration: 3 days, with the same total of 10 hours of therapy as the face-to-face option.
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Structure: The process mirrors the in-person approach, beginning with assessment and culminating in focused therapy sessions and a written report.
