Overview
This one day workshop will explore the main evidenced-based theories and models relating to intimate relationships and how to assist an individual partner to make positive change through the use of psycho-education, cognitive and emotional self-exploration and behavioural interventions. The training will incorporate lecture, group discussion, video and Q & A.
The research suggests that individual therapy that is focussed on the management of relationship issues has traditionally not only not been successful, but has been found to lead more frequently to relationship breakdown. However, statistics tell us that 86% of individuals presenting for therapy list relationship distress as one of their top 3 presentation issues. What is a well-meaning therapist supposed to do?
While more research needs to be conducted, emerging theories looking at individual therapy for couple problems (ITCP) suggests clinicians can become more equipped in offering couple sensitive individual therapy (CSI therapy). In this workshop, we focus on what knowledge, skills and processes help therapists and individuals to more successfully address couple distress with only one partner in attendance.
Learning Outcomes
Outline of the Day
Evidence for and against ITCP
Pitfalls to be aware of
Therapist needs
Relationship Models
Assessment
Therapeutic interventions
The effectiveness of the workshop will be evaluated through the use of a key point questionnaire and a course evaluation completed by each participant.
Presenter(s)
Trish Purnell-Webb, Clin Psych, Certified Gottman Therapist, Advanced Gottman Clinical Trainer & John Flanagan, AMHSW, MGT, Certified Gottman Therapist, Advanced Gottman Clinical Trainer
About the presenter(s)
Trish Purnell-Webb & John Flanagan - Advanced Gottman Clinical Trainers & Consultants – The Gottman Institute
With a proven track record of delivering over 200 professional training events worldwide. Their experience includes facilitating more than 50 Gottman Level 1, 50 Gottman Level 2, and 25 Gottman Level 3 workshops.
Trish is a Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience working with both couples and individuals. She specialises in supporting complex couples navigating trauma, mood disorders, personality vulnerabilities, anger management, affair recovery, and alcohol use. Alongside her clinical work, Trish is an experienced supervisor and assessor for the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Authority (AHPRA).
John brings extensive experience in working with couples, families, and young people, as well as in organisational development, keynote speaking, and professional training. For more than 15 years, he has facilitated psycho-education programs for Australian Veterans and their families, addressing trauma, depression, anxiety, and resilience. He also provides world-class therapy to couples across Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia.
Together, they are dedicated to using sound, evidence-based approaches to help people build, repair, and revitalise strong, lasting relationships. They are equally committed to training and mentoring relationship therapists across Australia, NZ and Asia. As published authors and sought-after speakers, they are frequently featured in print media, podcasts, and keynote presentations.
Notes
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