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Helping to Heal and Strengthen Relationships!

Drs. John and Julie Gottman know that building and healing relationships like yours is both an art and a science. Built on over 40 years of award-winning research combined with world-renowned therapy expertise, they have created a set of powerful tools for individuals and couples to help you build a relationship that not only lasts, but gives you a deep love, connection, and intimacy!

 

I have completed Gottman Level 3 Training, Treating Affairs and Trauma, Couples in Addiction Recovery, and Gottman Emotion Coaching for Parents!  I am a Gottman 7 Principles for Making Marriage Work Leader!

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Strengths Based Approach!

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I believe in the importance of identifying strengths as a critical strategy and therapeutic intervention as it can enhance relationships.  When we are in emotional pain we can't always focus on resolving problems. But I can offer a strength based solution wherein you focus on your strengths and how to move forward as you find the strength to deal with emotional pain. My goal is to make me obsolete! Focusing on building you up gives you the abilities to face life's challenges!

Relationship Conflict

Did you know that, through over 40 years of research, the Gottman's discovered that almost 70% of relational conflict is perpetual (not resolvable). Why you might ask? Well because we are all different. We have different personalities, views on emotions, life experiences, upbringings, values, goals, spiritual beliefs....well you get the picture! We are different! Because of all those differences, we have differing opinions on things like finances, in-law relationships, children (discipline, activities), friendships, etc. The problem that starts is that these differences in opinions become gridlocked and become a consistent conflict in our relationships. This leads to feelings of negativity and in-compatibility with our partners.  If this is where you are at Scroll down to see how I can help.....

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Newly Enhanced Gottman Method

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The Gottman Enhanced Relationship Checkup (a research based Gottman questionnaire) and the Gottman Relationship Builder, integrates research-based interventions based on the Sound Relationship House Theory. My strengths based approach to counselling along with the Enhanced Gottman Method can help give you and your partner the tools to productively communicate about your conflicts in a way that builds deeper understanding, connection, affection, and intimacy in your relationship.  I am here to help you build a long lasting relationship that thrives!

Marathon Counselling

As it can be hard to make progress when you come in for an hour and then go back into the stresses of life for the rest of the week. The Gottman's have found that booking sessions over a 2-3 day period for 5-6 hours per day, helps you make the progress that could take 3 or more months to make. In fact, Dr. John Gottman only does Marathon Therapy for couples at this time. It can be a great alternative to regular weekly counselling for clients that really want to make some big changes in their relationship. 

Reach out to me to see how Marathon Therapy can help your Relationship!

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Healing Retreat

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For those couples that want something Extraordinary! I offer all of the amazing proven tools of the Newly Enhanced Gottman Method, the proven results of Marathon Therapy, and my Strengths Based approach to counselling - all at an amazing location that allows you to leave the stressors of life behind and spend a weekend away where you focus on each other. You get to have amazing dates with your partner, all ready for you. Get pampered like you're at a spa! And best of all, you get to build a long lasting deeply bonded relationship, and you get to do it at an amazing location!

Contact me now for your Ultimate Relationship Experience!!

WHAT PEOPLE SAY

     '"I originally came to Teresa seeking support in regards to the loss of my mother and with medical related anxiety. I sought out Teresa who was experienced in EMDR and had other treatment tools in addition to talk therapy. Through a combination of the different therapies provided, I have significantly overcome the anxiety. I see Teresa for various topics related to parenting, relationships and overall mental health and wellbeing. I’m grateful for the support I received. I have and will continue to recommend Teresa to colleagues, friends and others for her compassion, professionalism, experience and various treatment techniques she employs."

​     "I first began seeing Teresa after experiencing career burnout.  Working with Teresa has been a life transforming experience for me.  Through our counselling sessions, I've gained invaluable insights into my emotional well-being and developed strategies to better navigate both personal and professional challenges.  Teresa's compassionate, non-judgmental and supportive approach made it easy to open up and heal past wounds.  Her guidance has helped me build healthier relationships, manage stress more effectively and create healthy boundaries with others.  I truly appreciate her authenticity, dedication and her availability.  I'm grateful for the positive impact therapy with her has had on my mental health."

     "I have been seeing therapists off and on for 35 years.  They have all helped me, in one way or the other.  But we could never crack the nut of my extreme self hatred.  I learned where it came from, and I learned how to deal with it. But I hated myself so much.

A little over a year ago I began seeing Teresa, and she has really got me feeling better about myself.  I ask myself why.

There is a good personal relationship, which is essential. What really separated her from my other therapists was how many diagnostic tools she used to get to know me.  She also had a big toolbox of treatment methods.  For example, EMDR seemed to be very helpful to me.

Teresa really cares, and her enthusiasm is infectious.  I would recommend her to people who need help."

​     "Going through a divorce was one of the hardest experiences of my life, but Teresa was there to help with my recovery. When everything felt chaotic and overwhelming, she provided the tools to help me process my emotions allowing me to heal at my own pace. With a lot of patience she helped me gain clarity, recognize patterns I hadn't noticed before, and learn healthy ways to recognize and cope with the grief and anger I was feeling. I’ve learned how to rebuild my self-esteem and embrace this new chapter of my life with hope and confidence. With her I’ve rediscovered my passions and learned to move forward in my life again."

     "Teresa Sawatzy is an amazing human.  She is a  top in class therapist that asks the right questions and works with her clients to achieve their desired results through a tailored plan.  Her guidance, resources and tools are outstanding.  I am navigating some difficult life events and doing the work; facing hard feelings like anger, fear and sadness.  Being given permission to sit in this and really feel them so that I can begin healing and move to a better place for myself has been tough and worth it.  The dividends are starting to really show as I regain my self love and true peace and happiness.  Teresa consistently teaches me about self-awareness, limiting beliefs and helps me grow my emotional intelligence.  I have valuable insights on the way I show up in all sorts of relationships and I am definitely clearer about what I want for my future."

 

Phone: 403-999-1975
 
Email: teresasawatzky@tscounsellingservices.com

Address: 127 Brander Ave, Langdon, Alberta

Office Hours: 9am-5pm Monday to Friday

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