At Hopeful Counselling, we take pride in providing the renowned and transformative Gottman Relationship Therapy.
Experience the effectiveness of Marathon Couples' Therapy, our top recommendation for couples navigating relationship crises.

This innovative, short-term, and intensive approach swiftly guides couples through current challenges or perpetual issues. It's a focused, results-driven process, unfolding over two consecutive days of intense, structured, evidence-based therapy. Located in the scenic Gold Coast, Australia, our Marathon Couples' Therapy provides a serene setting for couples to embark on a journey toward a healthier, more fulfilling relationship.

The Power of Marathon Couples' Therapy

Are you facing challenges in your relationship? Don't worry; you're not alone. Every couple encounters rough patches, whether it's conflict, emotional distance, or trust issues. These struggles are not signals of a broken relationship but opportunities for growth and deeper connection. Marathon Couples' Therapy is a revolutionary approach designed to guide couples through these challenges, fostering greater intimacy and understanding.

Why Choose Marathon Therapy?

Couples opt for Marathon Therapy to address a variety of issues, including emotional disengagement, power struggles, communication difficulties, extramarital affairs, and more. Research indicates that over 40% of people seek psychological help for relationship conflicts (Gurman & Fraenkel, 2002). Marathon Therapy, as a dynamic alternative to traditional counselling, is especially beneficial for couples with busy schedules, those living far from a Gottman-trained therapist, or those in need of immediate, intensive support.

Marathon Couples Therapy equips couples with essential skills to navigate conflicts, deepen understanding, mend old wounds, discover shared values and life purposes, strengthen friendship, and enhance intimacy. Many couples attest to the significant benefits, with some moving from contemplating separation to recommitting in newfound ways.

Key Benefits of Marathon Couples’ Therapy

• It is an excellent choice for those in need of immediate intensive support

• The Marathon covers close to 6 month’s worth of therapy in just two days (equivalent to fortnightly sessions for 24 weeks)

• Ideal for couples who are time-poor and cannot commit to weekly/fortnightly sessions on an ongoing basis

• Couples who live interstate can travel to the beautiful Gold Coast and enjoy a renewing trip away together

• It’s a great option for couples seeking to see swift change occur in the relationship due to feeling stuck or hopeless about the relationship

• Great for couples who want intensive therapy but don’t live in the vicinity of a therapist who uses the Gottman Method

• There is time and space to process past injuries that may have never been healed and explore how those injuries are affecting the relationship

• You will learn and practice new, healthier communication skills to help you have more productive conversations

• Couples who have engaged in this form of therapy usually describe it as life-changing and transformative

The Marathon Experience

The Marathon itself spans two consecutive days of up to 6 hours each day, delivering a wealth of structured, evidence-based couples therapy rooted in the Gottman framework.

Marathon Therapy is structured into three essential phases:

Assessment Phase: Prior to your marathon, you will complete a 2-hour online survey known as the Gottman Relationship Health Checkup. This survey is a pivotal step, allowing therapists to customize the therapy to address specific relationship needs. Utilizing Gottman Connect, a written scientific evaluation is conducted, pinpointing specific areas for growth.

Treatment Phase: The heart of Marathon Couples’ Therapy unfolds in the concentrated two-day treatment phase. Couples actively address the issues identified during the assessment. Through collaborative efforts, couples set outcome goals, tackle concerns, and develop the skills necessary to become relationship "Masters."

Relapse Prevention Phase: Following the intensive treatment, couples engage in relapse prevention through follow-up sessions. These sessions, available in-person or via ZOOM, provide ongoing support tailored to the unique needs of each couple. These follow-up sessions ensure continued guidance as couples navigate their relationship journey.

Our Marathon Therapist

Meet our experienced therapist, Teagan Russell, skilled in both the Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and the founder of Hopeful Counselling. With over 1000 hours of extensive training and hands-on experience, Teagan brings a wealth of expertise to Marathon Couples’ Therapy. She has successfully guided couples through a diverse range of issues, earning numerous positive reviews and testimonials. Teagan stands out as the top choice for couples seeking transformative and effective therapy.

Where is Marathon Therapy Held?

Unless you have another preference, Marathon Couples Therapy is set in the picturesque Gold Coast, Australia—a perfect setting for couples to initiate their journey toward a healthier, more fulfilling relationship. An accommodation package is available at the beautiful Palm Beach for an additional cost, upon request. Alternatively, if you prefer to arrange your own accommodation, Marathon Couples' Therapy will take place at the Hopeful Counselling offices in Miami on the Gold Coast.

What is the Investment?

We emphasise the term "investment" because you are indeed investing in your future. The total cost for a Marathon Therapy program is currently $3200 (plus GST), covering all aspects outlined above.

Your therapist invests considerable time in preparing for your Marathon, drawing on their years of training and experience dedicated to becoming a skilled couples therapist.

Payment plans can be arranged upon request.

Embark on the Marathon Couples' Therapy journey, turning challenges into stepping stones toward a stronger, more fulfilling relationship. Invest today for a blissful tomorrow!