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Gottman Couples Therapy: What is a Softened Start-Up and Why Does it Matter?
Many people find it tiresome to hear someone complain and most people struggle to want to listen to someone complain about them. Bringing up a complaint in a respectful and gentle way, without criticism, gives the listener a fighting chance of being curious about what makes you upset and understanding what you want.
Heidi A Sauder, PHD
May 122 min read


Check out Our Article with ApartmentGuide.
Do you feel stuck in a relationship because of a lease? Dr. Sauder from the Enrich Relationship Center of Colorado, shares some insight on what to do along with other local relationship therapists in a new article on ApartmentGuide.
Heidi A Sauder, PHD
May 41 min read


What is Magnificent sex?
Our clinical book club, composed of sex therapists and couples therapists with a range of specialties, recently read the incredible book,...
Heidi A Sauder, PHD
Apr 17, 20243 min read
Main Takeaways from Magnificent Sex: Lessons from Extraordinary Lovers - Part 1
Our clinical book club, composed of sex and couples therapists, recently read the incredible book, Magnificent Sex: Lessons from...
Heidi A Sauder, PHD
Apr 10, 20243 min read
Is My Relationship Salvageable?
Constant conflict in a romantic relationship can cause much stress and may bring doubt to the commitment system of a partnership....
Heidi A Sauder, PHD
Apr 8, 20242 min read
How Couples Cope Differently with Stress: Navigating the Stress of the News Cycle
The News Cycle The modern world bombards us with information from around the globe. While staying informed is crucial, it can also be...
Heidi A Sauder, PHD
Apr 3, 20243 min read
How to Shop For the Right Couples Therapist
1. Consider what type of specialized training you want the therapist to have. Many therapists say they do “couples therapy” but have no...
Heidi A Sauder, PHD
Apr 1, 20242 min read


Gottman Couples Therapy: What is the State of the Union Meeting and Why is it Important?
When couples come in for therapy, one of the most important tools I like to equip them with is the Gottman State of the Union meeting....
Heidi A Sauder, PHD
Mar 20, 20242 min read
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