Relationship Academy Video Library

Congratulations on your commitment to relationship health. Here is a library of DIY videos from Laura’s YouTube Channel, Relationship Academy 💕

*Disclaimer:* This content is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for evaluation and/or treatment from a licensed professional. Watching these videos does not establish a therapist-client relationship. If you’re in crisis, or think you might be in an abusive relationship seek help from a licensed professional or emergency services.

Gottman Skills and General Relationship Advice

Gottman's 4 Horsemen and Their Antodotes (Criticism, Defensiveness, Contempt and Stonewalling)

Conflict Resolution 4 Session Series:
How to Combat the 4 Horsemen Step-By-Step

Below is a 4 Session Series on How to Fight Fair using the antidotes to John Gottman’s Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse (Criticism, Defensiveness, Contempt and Stonewalling). Each communication mistake can be fixed with the antidotes to three of the four horsemen (Gentle Startup, Taking Responsibility, and Self-Soothing)

Contempt is the biggest predictor of divorce so the antidote is more than a communication skill. The video below explains. 

Session 4: Fight Fair Without Stonewalling

Relationship Advice Videos

These video tutorials are science-backed relationship advice presented by Laura Silverstein who is a certified Gottman couples therapist. The strategies are based in positive psychology, attachment and the Gottman Method. 

How to Have a Healthy Happy Relationship

Stop Gottman's Four Horsemen (Attack/Defend)

What Does Ghosting Mean?

The video below walks you through exactly what to expect if you are considering attending a couples retreat. Laura breaks down myths that come from Hollywood (specifically the comedy Couples Retreat with Vince Vaughn, Krisen Bell and Jason Bateman)

Many people picture a group of people crying at the top of a mountain when the hear about a couples retreat, and think HARD PASS. This video will explain what to expect. Click HERE for info about availability for the next retreat with Michael and Laura Silverstien.

5 Day Love Language Challenge

Below is a fun and easy Love Language Challenge for you to try with your partner. It is based on Gary Chapman’s book, The Five Love Languages, and offers simple ways to integrate small gestures of affection into your life ever day for 5 days.

5 Day Love Language Challenge

Day 1: Words of Affirmation

Day 2: Physical Touch

Day 3: Acts of Service

Day 4: Gift Giving

Day 5: Quality Time

Next Steps: After the Day Love Language Challenge

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Positive Psychology and Self-Care