The Sound Relationship House

Learn the seven essential building blocks of strong relationships as discovered by John Gottman’s research.

Make Life Dreams Come True

Zach Brittle, LMHC

Begin investing in the future of your relationship by exploring what it means to Make Life Dreams Come True.

Manage Conflict – Part 1

Zach Brittle, LMHC

The real symbol of your relationship health isn’t how perfect your wedding day is. It’s how well you handle the inevitable problems you will face in your marriage.

Turn Towards Instead of Away

Zach Brittle, LMHC

State your needs, be aware of bids for connection, and turn towards them.

Share Fondness and Admiration

Zach Brittle, LMHC

Sharing fondness and admiration is the antidote to contempt.

Build Love Maps

Zach Brittle, LMHC

Dr. Gottman’s term for getting to know your partner’s world is called Build Love Maps.

Building a Sound Relationship House

Zach Brittle, LMHC

I’m really excited to shine a light on the early stages of a relationship with a new series we’re calling “New Construction.” Over the next few months, I’ll use this space to speak to how the Gottman body of research informs new relationships, specifically pre-marrieds and newlyweds.