GOTTMAN SEVEN PRINCIPLES PROGRAM

I am pleased to announce that I will be offering a 12 hour workshop based on the research of Dr. John Gottman as presented in his book, The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work. Content and experiential practice will focus on deepening understanding of what is important to your partner, nurturing your fondness and admiration, practicing turning toward each other, letting your partner influence you, working with conflict including both solvable and perpetual problems, overcoming gridlock and creating shared meaning,
Presentor: Dr. Linda Collins: Linda is a licensed Psychologist and Marriage, Family Therapist and has completed advanced training with John and Julie Gottman and is a certified leader of the Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work program.
When: This workshop is scheduled for two consecutive Saturdays in person or four consecutive Friday afternoons online
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In person: February 7 and 21, 2026
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Online: February 6, 13, 20, & 27th, 2026.
Lunch will be provided along with coffee, tea, and snacks during a morning and afternoon break for the in-person workshop.
Each couple will receive the Seven Principles of Making Marriage Work book, two workbooks and communication support card decks. Couples attending online will need to pick up their books, workbooks and card deck before September 19th at my Mission Valley office. Arrangements can be made for pick up by calling or texting my office number at 858-536-8985.
Where: Conference Center at my office: 8885 Rio San Diego Drive, San Diego, CA 92108
Who Should Attend: This workshop is for couples who may have a partner who is not yet ready for couples therapy but would be open to learning more about relationship skills in more of a class format. This workshop may also be great if you are a couple who has a strong relationship that could benefit from additional tools and insights to make your relationship even better. Finally, if you are a couple who are experiencing some distress this workshop will provide a roadmap for repair, improved communication and connection. This workshop is a great way to prepare to continue on with Gottman -oriented couples therapy.
Small Group Training: This workshop is limited to 6 couples.
Cost: This workshop will be offered for $1600 per couple in person and $1200 per couple online.
Registration fees: $1600 per couple in person, $1200 per coupole online.
How to Register: Registration will include 12 hours of training. Registration can be completed by going to my website, mindfultherapydoc.com. clicking on the Gottman Seven Principles Program and completing the registration form. Payment can then be made by venmo, cash, check, or credit card. Registration can also occur by calling or texting me at 858-536-8985.
Additional Information: Please feel free to email me at drlindac15@gmail.com for more information or call 858-536-8985. More information about the content of this workshop can be found on my website.
