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Therapy for Partner Aggression and Abuse – In-Person Attendance – May 7-8, 2026

The Gottman Institute is excited to bring you a new clinical training presented by Carrie Cole, PhD, and Donald Cole, DMin, Research and Clinical Directors at The Gottman Institute: Therapy for Partner Aggression and Abuse. This training will expand our co-morbidities courses, and you will learn valuable skills that are relevant to your practice.

Attend in-person for an exclusive experience at The Gottman Institute in Seattle, WA. Eight (8) spots are available to learn in-person from Drs. Carrie and Don Cole.

May 7 – 8, 2026, from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Pacific Time. 

What you will learn

Drs. Don and Carrie Cole are presenting a new, 7-hour training on therapy for partner aggression and abuse. Research indicates that up to 78% of couples entering treatment report experiences of verbal aggression. In this training, you will learn the definition of partner aggression. Background research, as well as the relationship between partner aggression and domestic violence, will be discussed. There are multiple forms of aggression. Each of these will be identified and explained, along with the contributing factors of aggression. You will learn to assess and differentiate between situational and characterological partner aggression. Finally, you will learn how to treat partner aggression when appropriate using Gottman Method interventions.

In this session, you will learn to differentiate between situational and characterological partner aggression. You will also explore four key treatment goals: managing physiological escalation, enhancing your understanding of current partner dynamics, repairing the relationship, and reconnecting with your partner. 

Prerequisite:

Completion of Level 1: Bridging the Couple Chasm of Gottman Method Couples Therapy

In-Person Training Details

In-person attendance for eight (8) individuals will take place in the beautiful The Gottman Institue offices in downtown Seattle, WA, USA. Snacks and refreshments will be provided for each day of training. Travel and hotel accommodations are not included in registration.

At The Gottman Institute, we appreciate you for the time you are investing in furthering your skills to better serve your couples. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please don’t hesitate to email us at training@gottman.com.

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This course is approved for 7 Continuing Education (CE) credits from the Cognitive Behavior Institute that are included in the cost of registration. 

Cognitive Behavior Institute is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Cognitive Behavior Institute maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

$599.00

The Gottman Institute is excited to bring you a new clinical training presented by Carrie Cole, PhD, and Donald Cole, DMin, Research and Clinical Directors at The Gottman Institute: Therapy for Partner Aggression and Abuse. This training will expand our co-morbidities courses, and you will learn valuable skills that are relevant to your practice.

Attend in-person for an exclusive experience at The Gottman Institute in Seattle, WA. Eight (8) spots are available to learn in-person from Drs. Carrie and Don Cole.

May 7 – 8, 2026, from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Pacific Time. 

Therapy for Partner Aggression and Abuse – In-Person Attendance – May 7-8, 2026

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