Mentorship Program!
Mentorship Program!
My name is Sam Garanzini, and I help clinicians become expert couples counselors by integrating clinical and business skills using researched-based methods.
I was in your position in 2007, my graduate program didn’t, and couldn’t, totally prepare me for the mixed agenda situations that couples present today.
One day my husband brought home an article written by someone named “John Gottman.”
I thought, hmm, this was interesting, but I’ll read it later.
Then I continued struggling to do couples therapy with my clients. I distinctly remember one session when this couple called one another every vile name you can imagine while seated in my office.
I thought to myself, they can do this for free at home… they’re here to learn better ways to behave than how they normally would.
I turned to the Gottman article. I was so engrossed by how comprehensive the method was that I completed Level 1, then Level 2.
My sessions started going better because I had a framework.
My couples started improving.
I went on to become certified in the Gottman Method, and now I’ve been teaching Level 2 since 2009, having served over 1000 clinicians in my classes and inner-circle Mastermind program.
We went on to create an institute for LGBT+ couples and publish outcome research with John and Julie Gottman as coauthors.
It was important that our community had access to research-based methods, and thus we created a mentorship and training program in 2010 to identify therapists who not only completed the training, but demonstrated competence with the LGBT community.
I'm excited to bring our new virtual mentorship program to you, which offers opportunities to APPLY the information that did not exist in the live classroom prior to the pandemic.
I hope to work with you this year while we have this unique opportunity available!
– Sam Garanzini, MFT, LPCC
Certified Gottman Therapist and Instructor
Co-founder of the Couples Therapy Training Academy, and the Small Practice, Big Profit Method
My name is Sam Garanzini, and I help clinicians become expert couples counselors by integrating clinical and business skills using researched-based methods.
I was in your position in 2007, my graduate program didn’t, and couldn’t, totally prepare me for the mixed agenda situations that couples present today.
One day my husband brought home an article written by someone named “John Gottman.”
I thought, hmm, this was interesting, but I’ll read it later.
Then I continued struggling to do couples therapy with my clients. I distinctly remember one session when this couple called one another every vile name you can imagine while seated in my office.
I thought to myself, they can do this for free at home… they’re here to learn better ways to behave than how they normally would.
I turned to the Gottman article. I was so engrossed by how comprehensive the method was that I completed Level 1, then Level 2.
My sessions started going better because I had a framework.
My couples started improving.
I went on to become certified in the Gottman Method, and now I’ve been teaching Level 2 since 2009, having served over 1000 clinicians in my classes and inner-circle Mastermind program.
We went on to create an institute for LGBT+ couples and publish outcome research with John and Julie Gottman as coauthors.
It was important that our community had access to research-based methods, and thus we created a mentorship and training program in 2010 to identify therapists who not only completed the training, but demonstrated competence with the LGBT community.
I'm excited to bring our new virtual mentorship program to you, which offers opportunities to APPLY the information that did not exist in the live classroom prior to the pandemic.
I hope to work with you this year while we have this unique opportunity available!
– Sam Garanzini, MFT, LPCC
Certified Gottman Therapist and Instructor
Co-founder of the Couples Therapy Training Academy, and the Small Practice, Big Profit Method
Correctly responding when your couple is not practicing the skills they learn in session...
Guiding arguments that erupt in sessions about heated topics...
Getting basic cooperation, even if your couple is coming to therapy when they are already "done" with the relationship...
What to say when you're dealing with personality disorders and substance use in couples therapy...
How to respond when couples struggle with attunement and regulating their emotions...
Navigating situations where couples feel stuck, even if the issue feels overwhelming...
How to respond when couples need their own individual therapy (and want you to do both)...
Responding when one partner has major trauma in their history and their other partner is triggering it...
Figure out how to keep couples on task when they do not want to commit to interventions...
What to do when partners are so stuck in their perspective that they are unable to empathize...
How to facilitate when clients revert to old behavior, even if you've introduced new strategies...
How to assist clients who are not being honest about wanting to continue the relationship...
What to do when partners are so stuck in their perspective that they are unable to empathize ...
How to manage when a partner's defensiveness disrupts the therapy process...
What to say when one person in the couple has already made the decision to end the marriage but just starting therapy...
It's not enough to be 'booksmart' when it comes to couples therapy. In our live meetings we help you apply the material, week after week until you feel successful.
Couples therapy training is better caught than it is taught. You'll learn quickly by returning to the Roundtable meetings to get un-stuck, and then seeing your couples the following week.
Get your specific questions answered using an engaging, structured format...
Get direct feedback on managing complex issues in therapy...
Enhance skills and confidence in guiding couples through effective assessments and interventions...
Implement a reliable strategy for attracting motivated self-pay clients to your practice...
Make a significant impact on your community while getting marketing advice, building passive income, and creating high-value couples intensives...
Gottman Level 1 includes the foundational elements therapists need to feel confident with couples. Level 1 functions as a "scaffolding" upon which you can hang many other theories, therapies, and approaches.
Apply the Gottman Method and Sound Relationship House theory to real-world therapy scenarios...
Implement a research-based roadmap for helping couples compassionately manage their conflicts, deepen their friendship and intimacy, and share their life purpose and dreams based...
Confidently help couples successfully manage conflict using our "nuts-and-bolts" approach to processing fights and healing hurts...
You will gain tools to help couples process fights, heal their hurts, and techniques for partners to deepen their intimacy and minimize relapse...
Gottman Level 2 is the 'nuts and bolts' of the three levels,
and goes deeper into interventions, pathology, outside factors negatively influencing couples therapy (affairs, co-morbidities, addiction, PTSD), and mismatches in meta-emotion, or how people feel about feelings.
Select and implement interventions to help couples deepen their Friendship System, manage conflict, and create a shared system of values and meaning...
Learn what to do with tough couples when one is emotionally abusive, and the other is exhausted...
Equip yourself with specific interventions for high-pressure and high-conflict situations...
Watch start-to-finish examples of assessment sessions and see how to share results in a way that reinforces the couple's decision to improve their relationship...
Licensed therapists are eligible to join the Gottman Referral Network search finder online, putting them in front of couples looking for help locally...
It's not enough to be 'booksmart' when it comes to couples therapy. In our live meetings we help you apply the material, week after week until you feel successful.
Couples therapy training is better caught than it is taught. You'll learn quickly by returning to the Roundtable meetings to get un-stuck, and then seeing your couples the following week.
Get your specific questions answered using an engaging, structured format...
Get direct feedback on managing complex issues in therapy...
Enhance skills and confidence in guiding couples through effective assessments and interventions...
Implement a reliable strategy for attracting motivated self-pay clients to your practice...
Make a significant impact on your community while getting marketing advice, building passive income, and creating high-value couples intensives...
Gottman Level 1 includes the foundational elements therapists need to feel confident with couples. Level 1 functions as a "scaffolding" upon which you can hang many other theories, therapies, and approaches.
Apply the Gottman Method and Sound Relationship House theory to real-world therapy scenarios...
Implement a research-based roadmap for helping couples compassionately manage their conflicts, deepen their friendship and intimacy, and share their life purpose and dreams based...
Confidently help couples successfully manage conflict using our "nuts-and-bolts" approach to processing fights and healing hurts...
You will gain tools to help couples process fights, heal their hurts, and techniques for partners to deepen their intimacy and minimize relapse...
Gottman Level 2 is the 'nuts and bolts' of the three levels, and goes deeper into interventions, pathology, outside factors negatively influencing couples therapy (affairs, co-morbidities, addiction, PTSD), and mismatches in meta-emotion, or how people feel about feelings.
Select and implement interventions to help couples deepen their Friendship System, manage conflict, and create a shared system of values and meaning...
Learn what to do with tough couples when one is emotionally abusive, and the other is exhausted...
Equip yourself with specific interventions for high-pressure and high-conflict situations...
Watch start-to-finish examples of assessment sessions and see how to share results in a way that reinforces the couple's decision to improve their relationship...
Licensed therapists are eligible to join the Gottman Referral Network search finder online, putting them in front of couples looking for help locally...
Our advanced training library began in 2016 as a series of guest speakers, and evolved into a wealth of real-world knowledge beyond graduate school, weekend trainings, and textbooks. This is where to go when you truly feel stumped about what to do next week with a couple. None of this information is taught in the Gottman trainings.
Advanced strategies in managing win/lose arguments, secondary gain, and fighting about fighting...
Create deeper connections through State of the Union Meetings, and advanced goal-creation with couples...
Specialized sessions on affair recovery, sexual intimacy, and open relationships using the Gottman Method...
Interweave meta-emotion mismatch interviews and attachment theories to deepen emotional connections in couples...
How to handle addiction, medication discussions, and autism spectrum challenges within couples therapy...
Sessions on Pro-Symptom paradoxical strategies, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)...
Prepare for Gottman Certification with our own detailed guides on benchmarks, video editing, and successful passing strategies...
A great couples therapy outcome isn't possible when clients aren't excited and engaged about the treatment. Too often therapists assume it was their fault. Taught by a certified marketing professional, you'll discover how to set up a simple marketing system that draws your best potential clients to your office for treatment.
Expand your client base, increase your online presence, and effectively convert online leads into tangible results...
Connect deeply with potential clients using language that resonates, and design offerings that meet their core needs..
When people have a problem, they Google it. You'll discover how to create compelling marketing funnels, and implement search-engine advertising to reliably grow your practice...
Learn how to read between the lines of client inquiries and use these insights to tailor your services, enhancing self-pay client attraction and retention...
Receive direct support from a certified marketing professional, experienced in creating small and profitable practices by emulating the same techniques of Fortune-500 companies.
Couples are presenting in today's telehealth world from their kitchen table with complexity and volatility not normally seen in the in-person therapist's office. We called in several industry-specific experts to help shed insight on how to adapt to these challenges.
Lesson 1 – High Conflict Couples – Screening And Overcoming Resistance. You'll identify low-commitment couples before they start therapy, and empower them to take advantage of tools that can help. We also show how to stop feeling like a referee, and get them engaged in their own treatment.
Lesson 2 – High Conflict Couples Dealing w/ Affairs. Benefit from Erika Miley, MFT's fresh perspectives on betrayal and intimacy.
Lesson 3 – High Conflict Trauma/PTSD Couples. Jackie Pack, LCSW, trauma specialist, shows how to use Emotionally Focused Therapy, the Gottman Method and EMDR to address and repair relationship trauma and PTSD, and how to work with military/veteran couples and their families on trauma resolution
Lesson 4 – High Conflict Couples with Attachment Injuries. Dr. Marni Feuerman, PsyD, shows how to work with high conflict couples with attachment injuries, and how to work with attachment wounded couples that get flooded quickly.
Our advanced training library began in 2016 as a series of guest speakers, and evolved into a wealth of real-world knowledge beyond graduate school, weekend trainings, and textbooks. This is where to go when you truly feel stumped about what to do next week with a couple. None of this information is taught in the Gottman trainings.
Advanced Assessment Tools: Learn to use the Locke-Wallace Relationship Adjustment Test and other Gottman assessments to evaluate and improve your therapeutic strategies.
Skill Enhancement in Conflict Management: From basic techniques like the Speaker-Listener method to advanced strategies in managing win/lose arguments, gain tools to effectively resolve conflicts.
Deepen Shared Meaning: Engage in creating deeper connections through State of the Union Meetings, and advanced goal-creation with couples.
Special Topics in Sex, Affairs, and Betrayals: Tackle sensitive subjects with comprehensive sessions on affair recovery, sexual intimacy, and open relationships using the Gottman Method.
Emotion and Attachment Focus: Enhance your understanding of meta-emotion and attachment theories to better support emotional connections in couples.
Address Comorbidities: Equip yourself with knowledge on handling addiction, medication discussions, and autism spectrum challenges within couples therapy.
Explore Diverse Therapeutic Techniques: Broaden your repertoire with sessions on Pro-Symptom strategies, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
Gottman Certification Preparation: Prepare for Gottman Certification with detailed guides on benchmarks, video editing, and successful passing strategies.
A great couples therapy outcome isn't possible when clients aren't excited and engaged about the treatment. Too often therapists assume it was their fault. Taught by a certified marketing professional, you'll discover how to set up a simple marketing system that draws your best potential clients to your office for treatment.
Expand your client base, increase your online presence, and effectively convert online leads into tangible results...
Connect deeply with potential clients using language that resonates, and design offerings that meet their core needs..
When people have a problem, they Google it. You'll discover how to create compelling marketing funnels, and implement search-engine advertising to reliably grow your practice...
Learn how to read between the lines of client inquiries and use these insights to tailor your services, enhancing self-pay client attraction and retention...
Receive direct support from a certified marketing professional, experienced in creating small and profitable practices by emulating the same techniques of Fortune-500 companies.
Couples are presenting in today's telehealth world from their kitchen table with complexity and volatility not normally seen in the in-person therapist's office. We called in several industry-specific experts to help shed insight on how to adapt to these challenges.
Lesson 1 – High Conflict Couples – Screening And Overcoming Resistance. You'll identify low-commitment couples before they start therapy, and empower them to take advantage of tools that can help. We also show how to stop feeling like a referee, and get them engaged in their own treatment.
Lesson 2 – High Conflict Couples Dealing w/ Affairs. Benefit from Erika Miley, MFT's fresh perspectives on betrayal and intimacy.
Lesson 3 – High Conflict Trauma/PTSD Couples. Jackie Pack, LCSW, trauma specialist, shows how to use Emotionally Focused Therapy, the Gottman Method and EMDR to address and repair relationship trauma and PTSD, and how to work with military/veteran couples and their families on trauma resolution
Lesson 4 – High Conflict Couples with Attachment Injuries. Dr. Marni Feuerman, PsyD, shows how to work with high conflict couples with attachment injuries, and how to work with attachment wounded couples that get flooded quickly.
YES! I'm ready to GET INSTANT ACCESS to the Advanced Couples Therapy Mentorship Program and level up my couples therapy skills, overcome resistance with couples, and create programs to generate more income with a massive 88% discount when I take action today!
YES! I'm ready to GET INSTANT ACCESS to the Advanced Couples Therapy Mentorship Program and level up my couples therapy skills, overcome resistance with couples, and create programs to generate more income with a massive 88% discount when I take action today!
Not a good fit? That's ok!
The Advanced Couples Therapy Mentorship Program removes all risk through our 7-Day Money Back Guarantee.
Attend a live Roundtable meeting, check out the material, and if you don't see the positive changes you were
hoping for, simply let us know and we'll refund your purchase in full.
Your journey toward becoming an even stronger couples therapist starts now, riskfree.
How does this work?
Our Advanced Couples Therapy Mentorship Program combines self-paced online learning with interactive components for a comprehensive training experience. You'll start with pre-recorded sessions teaching advanced therapy strategies including the Gottman Method, followed by weekly 60-minute roundtable discussions to apply these techniques to real-world cases.
What’s covered in this program?
The program covers critical topics for modern couples therapy, such as advanced interventions for high-conflict couples, strategies for enhancing intimacy, and techniques for building relationship resilience. From foundational principles to sophisticated therapeutic techniques, this program equips you to manage complex cases effectively.
How long do I get access?
You'll have lifelong access to all video content and course updates for as long as they are hosted on our platform. Access to live roundtable meetings concludes after your mentorship period ends.
Is this program virtual?
Yes, all components, including the video library and live roundtable discussions, are hosted virtually via Zoom, ensuring flexibility and accessibility regardless of your location.
How many hours of videos are involved?
The mentorship includes over 130 hours of video content across various modules, providing a comprehensive learning experience on a wide range of topics relevant to advanced couples therapy.
Is there a time requirement to complete the program?
While video content is available for ongoing access, we recommend participating in the roundtable discussions within three months of starting to maximize learning and application of the material.
Can I get CEU's or CME's?
Yes, assessments are required to earn Continuing Education Units and verify your mastery of the course material. Gottman Level 1 provides 11 hours of CEU's. Level 2 provides 20 CEU's for most levels of licensure in the United States. Over the pandemic, many smaller CME companies were wiped out after aggressive lobbying from the APA to take control of the industry again. We are currently seeking approval from CEU providers for our additional courses. We'll post here when there's an update for the other courses. The likelihood that they will pass is high, we just need to do the extensive paperwork. (Updated July 2024)
Can this lead to Gottman Certification?
Yes! Our Level 1 and Level 2 count toward your Gottman training process. You must complete a short test to send into the Gottman Institute, which also grants your CEU's, if needed.
I completed _<fill in the blank> training already. Can I apply prior training to this Mentorship for a discount?
If you've previously purchased any component through us (Couples Therapy Training Academy, or Sam Garanzini, MFT), you may be eligible for an upgrade at a discounted rate, subject to certain terms. Contact us for details by emailing admin@couplestherapytraining.org or text 707-622-2368.
Who is this program for, and not for?
This program is suitable for therapists at all licensure levels and professionals such as coaches or clergy who work with couples. It's designed to deepen your understanding of complex couple dynamics and broaden your therapeutic techniques.
How do the Roundtable meetings work?
The roundtable meetings are designed to be engaging and practical, allowing for in-depth discussion of therapy techniques and case studies. Meetings occur weekly and include a refundable deposit to ensure attendance and participation.
What happens during the group mentorship discussion?
These sessions allow for interactive discussion on applying therapy techniques to your specific cases, enhancing the integration of learning with practical experience. They're designed for you to bring challenging cases to the sessions week after week, as you see fit, so that you can experience steady incremental progress and learning.
When, where, and how long are the meetings? How many students at a time?
The meetings are 60 minutes, you must register 24 hours prior, and they are currently held Tuesdays at 2pm (Pacific Time). Currently they are capped at five students, but that is subject to change depending on the cohort.
How long do I have to use the Roundtable meeting access? Can I buy now and start later?
Upon enrolling in the Mentorship program, you will have three months to initiate your three-month access to the weekly Roundtable meetings. This arrangement allows you to purchase now and schedule your start date later, accommodating your other commitments. For instance, if you purchase access in September, you may opt to begin your sessions any time up until December. Please inform us of your planned start date at the time of purchase so we can prepare accordingly. If you anticipate needing more flexibility, contact us prior to purchasing to discuss possible extensions.
What if I miss a group Roundtable session?
You can reschedule for the next available session as long as you are in good standing in the program, and within your three-month window of access (see above Q&A). You must cancel within 24 hours, as your space removes an opportunity for someone else to attend. Recordings may occasionally be available, depending on the session content.
Do I have to attend a certain number of Roundtable sessions?
Unlike grad school, you're allowed to skip as much class as you want. But we'll miss you, so how about coming at least once? :)
I only want consultation. Can I just do Roundtable meetings for 3 months? Can I go longer than 3 months?
Yes, you can opt for just the Roundtable meetings. This is ideal for experienced therapists seeking to refresh or enhance their skills through peer interaction and expert guidance. Get access here.
What does this cost?
The comprehensive mentorship program is offered at $650, providing substantial value with access to extensive training materials and expert-led roundtable discussions. Individual components are also available a-la-carte, but the bundled pricing is designed to be the most cost-effective, and impactful.
Can I mix and match features, a-la-carte?
Absolutely. While the bundle offers the best value, you can select components based on your previous training or specific needs. Click the link to head over to our website and make your selection.
I completed <fill in blank> training already. Can I apply prior training to this Mentorship for a discount?
If you've previously purchased any component through us (Couples Therapy Training Academy, or Sam Garanzini, MFT), you may be eligible for an upgrade at a discounted rate, subject to certain terms. Contact us for details by emailing admin@couplestherapytraining.org or text 707-622-2368
Is there a pre-licensed, or grad school student discount?
Yes, verified graduate school students and pre-licensed clinicians receive a $50 refund after enrollment as a support for their educational journey.
I'd like more self-pay couples, and help with your Small Practice, Big Profit Method. Can I apply the Mentorship to the larger program?
Certainly! Our Mastermind members receive tailored support to develop their practices, whether you're aiming for passive income, high-ticket workshops, or a steady stream of self-pay clients. Get on the waitlist here.
Is there a deadline?
Due to limited availability in Roundtable meetings, enrollment periods are restricted. Check the website for current deadlines.
What if I'm still not sure?
We encourage you to take advantage of this unique virtual mentorship format. If you find the program isn't the right fit, let us know within the first 7 days for a full refund.