What is conflict?
Why is it that relationships get stuck in conflict despite the partners wanting a happy relationship?
Why is it so hard for couples to resolve conflicts themselves?
How do therapists hold a relational stance when there are high levels of blame, anger and defensiveness?
How do you develop a working alliance with the couple?
What are effective interventions that will help the couple?

This three-hour in-person training will be of interest to both those already working with couples and those considering transitioning to couples work

• Develop a grounded, confident approach to conflict in couples therapy
• Understand reactivity through the vulnerability cycle
• Create structure and safety in high-conflict sessions
• Set strong, compassionate boundaries
• Integrate what you already know from individual therapy into your couples work
• Use practical interventions you can apply immediately after the session