Two days of lessons and listening equals more passion, more intimacy, and more understanding. Are you ready to learn The Art and Science of Love?
Art and Science of Love
Based on 40 years of research facilitated by Drs. John and Julie Gottman, The Art and Science of Love retreat is a two-day workshop based on proven techniques for creating happier and healthier relationships. Millions of couples worldwide have benefited from the Gottman Method and research has shown that participants achieve results similar to those obtain through six months of relationship counseling. Couples can expect to confirm, strengthen, and/or restore their love and 94% of attendees report positive results. The Art and Science of Love workshop provides new insights and research-based skills that can dramatically improve the intimacy and friendship in your relationship and help you manage conflict in a healthy, positive way.
How do I attend a retreat or host one at my church or agency?
Dr. Satira works with churches, agencies, EAP programs, and groups of families and friends across the nation to deliver this customized retreat. We also host a workshop in DC four times a year. Please contact us to learn more.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this workshop appropriate for?
Couples of all ages, religions, and orientations attend our workshops. Couples attend who already have a strong, healthy relationship, and couples attend to repair relationship damage and get back on track. Parents sometimes attend who have decided to end their relationship but want to do so in a way that doesn’t negatively impact their children, and receive skills to become healthy co-parents moving forward. We welcome all couples who want to work on making their relationship stronger.
Can I attend the workshop alone if I cannot convince my partner to attend?
Unfortunately no, the workshop includes many exercises for the two of you to do together in order to deepen your communication skills. I welcome a pre-retreat consultation if it would be beneficial for the three of us to speak and for me to answer any questions.
Is there public disclosure, will we have to share our issues with everyone?
No. Couples sit as an audience during the skill building lessons, but for couples’ individual exercises we provide lots of extra space and seating for you to engage privately. Couples will not be asked to publicly participate in any exercises in front of the audience, nor will any of your exercises be publicly disclosed by Dr. Satira in any form.
How many couples attend the retreats?
On average 5-15 couples attend.
Can we bring our children?
Unfortunately no, it is important that this time is spent focusing completely on the two of you.