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The Seven Principles Program for Couples is a one day workshop based on the internationally acclaimed research of Dr. John Gottman as presented in his New York Times bestselling book--The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work. This educational workshop is designed to help couples improve their friendship and conflict management skills. The Seven Principles Program includes lectures and private couple exercises. Participants will not share their personal problems in front of others. Registration includes the book The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work and two workbooks.  

Upcoming retreats:
  • Requests for 7 principles workshops for your company, institution, or group may be sent to rachelburgreen@rachelburgreen.com

How it helps
The Gottman 7 Principles Workshop provides tools proven to help couples:
  • ​Improve friendship, fondness and, admiration
  • Ehnance romance and intimacy
  • Manage conflict constructively
  • Identify and manage solvable vs. perpetual issues
  • Create shared meaning
  • Communiate effectively and clearly

Who its for
Although this workshop is run by a therapist, the 7 Principles Workshop is NOT therapy. This workshop is a fun, interactive way to learn skills to improve your marriage.  It is educational and based on over 40 years of research by Drs. John and Julie Gottman, two of the nation's most acclaimed relationship experts! Couples will not share personal information with other couples in attendance. This workshop is appropriate for any couple in a serious relationship excluding the following issues:
  • Couples in severe relationship distress
  • Couples experiencing emotional or physical abuse
  • Couples wanting to address significant mental health issues
  • Relationships where one or both partners are currently dealing with substance abuse/addiction.