This training provides clinicians with a foundational understanding of couples counseling, equipping them with essential tools and strategies to support clients navigating relational challenges. Participants will explore the core principles of effective couples therapy, including communication enhancement, conflict resolution, and fostering emotional connection. The session introduces key theoretical frameworks, such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Imago Therapy, and the Gottman Method, alongside practical interventions that can be immediately applied in practice. Clinicians will develop skills to address common relational dynamics, identify systemic patterns, and support couples in building healthy, resilient partnerships.
Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to
- Describe the foundations of couples counseling.
- Explain the differences between popular couples counseling theories such as Emotionally Focused Therapy, Imago Therapy, and the Gottman Method.
- Utilize interventions for assisting couples in developing communication skills and conflict management.
Syllabus:
Objective #1: Describe the foundations of couples counseling.
- A summary of the foundations of couples counseling
- Key points to be aware of
- How to structure sessions
Objective #2: Explain the differences between popular couples counseling theories such as Emotionally Focused Therapy, Imago Therapy, and the Gottman Method.
- Summary of EFT
- Summary of Imago Therapy
- Summary of the Gottman Method
- Differences and similarities between the theories
Objective #3: Utilize interventions for assisting couples in developing communication skills and conflict management.
- Most popular interventions for couples counseling
- When to use which interventions
Social workers completing this course receive 1.5 Clinical asynchronous continuing education credits.
For other board approvals, this course qualifies for 1.5 hours of Clinical continuing education training.
Instructor: Dreya Blume, LCSW
Recording Date: May, 26, 2026
CEUS On-Demand, LLC, provider #2274, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 08/7/2026 - 08/6/2027. Social workers completing this course receive 1.5hrs Clinical continuing education credits.
CEUs On-Demand, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7091. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. CEUs On-Demand, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
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