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Gottman couples workshop Long Island NY - marriage counseling and couples therapy weekend retreat
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The Gottman Couples
Weekend Workshop
Long Island

The Official Gottman Institute 2-Day Workshop For Couples

The Art & Science
of Love Workshop

One weekend to a better relationship.

Come to Long Island and join thousands of couples who have transformed their relationship at the Gottman Couples Weekend Workshop. This two-day workshop delivers research-based skills that would take months to learn in couples therapy or marriage counseling.

Dramatically improve intimacy and friendship, and learn to resolve conflict in a healthy way.

No public disclosure or group work – just private skill-building with your partner.

2
Full Days Complete weekend workshop designed to transform your relationship.
100%
Private No group sharing. All exercises are done privately with your partner.
40+
Years Research Based on decades of scientific research by the Gottman Institute.
★★★★★ 300+ Five-Star Reviews

Real Couples, Real Results

Read what attendees are saying about their experience.

★★★★★

"After 18 years as a couple and 15 married, we made gains and made peace with issues that we've been dealing with since the beginning. Saul was excellent. His advocacy for married couples is apparent, and his enthusiasm contagious. If you can swing it, go! It's worth every second, and every penny."

— Tracey M.
★★★★★

"If you are reading this review, wondering if this workshop is a worthwhile investment of your time and money, there is only one relevant question: do you have a partner who is willing to attend with you? If yes, you will find value in this workshop. Saul is uniquely situated to be the perfect messenger. Bottom line: 100% worth it!"

— Jessica S.
★★★★★

"As a couple married for 27 years, we were looking to take our solid relationship to the next level, and this workshop delivered exactly that. Saul brought energy, humor, and authenticity to the program. His experience as a couples therapist shone through. Despite being together for nearly three decades, we left feeling reinvigorated."

— Jen M.
★★★★★

"Every couple should attend this workshop! Saul Stern was just fantastic! He made everyone feel so comfortable and at ease. I went in thinking our issues were out of the ordinary and then learned that all couples deal with similar issues - what a relief! I'm definitely glad I did this instead of couples therapy."

— Christina F.
★★★★★

"We've been to weekly couples therapy sessions without result, therefore I expected more of the same. This was anything but. In one weekend, Saul gave us strategies to defeat communication problems and disconnects. I highly recommend the workshop to anyone. Every couple no matter how happy, will improve their relationship in a single weekend."

— Jason K.
★★★★★

"I was skeptical about doing a workshop like this, but I'm so incredibly glad I did. Saul has a gift. One of the most significant things about the Gottman workshop is that the program gives you tools to make your marriage stronger, without rehashing and blaming anyone for past mistakes. I'm definitely glad I did this instead of couples therapy."

— Ana M.

What to Expect

A comprehensive learning experience for couples.

Interactive Learning

Engaging lectures combined with hands-on exercises. Learn essential communication, conflict resolution, and connection-building skills from the Gottman Method.

100% Private

This is not group therapy. All exercises are done privately between you and your partner. No sharing with others required.

Expert Guidance

Work directly with your partner while receiving individualized support from Saul, a Certified Gottman Therapist with 10+ years of experience.

Research-Based

Every technique is backed by over 40 years of scientific research conducted with more than 3,000 couples at the Gottman Institute.

Full Weekend Immersion

Saturday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM and Sunday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Two full days of focused growth in a comfortable, supportive environment.

Saul J. Stern, LMFT - Certified Gottman Therapist and couples workshop presenter

Presented by
Saul J. Stern, LMFT

Certified Gottman Therapist & Workshop Presenter

Saul J. Stern is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT), Certified Gottman Therapist (CGT) and Certified Gottman Workshop Presenter who specializes exclusively in couples work.

Saul is also a Certified Imago Therapist and adjunct professor of Marriage and Family Therapy. He has presented the Gottman Couples Weekend Workshop consistently for over 10 years across the east coast.

A Weekend of Skills, Not Months of Sessions

100% Private

Every exercise is done between you and your partner only. No group sharing. No talking about your relationship in front of strangers.

Skills You Keep

Leave with concrete tools, not just insights. Communication frameworks, conflict strategies, and connection rituals you can use for life.

One Weekend

Consolidate months of weekly sessions into one focused weekend. Immediate, measurable results.

$795
Per Couple / Full Weekend

One weekend. A lifetime of skills. Experience the equivalent of months of couples therapy in a focused, immersive retreat at a fraction of the cost.

Reserve Your Seats

Complete 2-Day Workshop

Saturday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Sunday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM with Saul.

Official Gottman Materials

Take home workbooks, card decks, and exercises to continue your growth.

100% Private

All exercises done privately as a couple. No group sharing required.

Workshop Venue

Aloft New York LaGuardia Airport

100-15 Ditmars Boulevard
East Elmhurst, NY 11369
(718) 512-0248

Welcoming Couples from Across Long Island

Conveniently located near LaGuardia Airport, our workshop is easily accessible from Nassau County, Suffolk County, and throughout Long Island.

Based on 40+ Years of Research

The Gottman Method is the most researched approach to couples therapy in the world. Every technique taught in this workshop is grounded in scientific study.

3,000+
Couples Studied
40+
Years of Research
200+
Published Studies
"Happily married couples aren't smarter, richer, or more psychologically astute than others. They have simply hit upon a dynamic that keeps their negative thoughts and feelings from overwhelming the positive ones."
— Dr. John Gottman

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about the Long Island workshop.

What are the workshop hours?
Saturday runs from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Sunday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. We include breaks throughout the day and a lunch break each day (lunch is on your own).
Will we have to share personal details with other couples?
No. All exercises are done privately between you and your partner. There is no group sharing or disclosure of personal relationship details. The workshop is educational, not group therapy.
Should we stay at the venue hotel?
Many couples find it convenient to stay at the hotel where the workshop is held. This eliminates travel stress and lets you continue practicing skills in the evening. Contact us for special rates.
What's included in the registration fee?
Your $795 registration (per couple) includes both days of the workshop, all materials and workbooks, and access to our certified Gottman presenter.
What if we need to reschedule?
You can transfer your registration to a different date at no additional charge. Contact us at least 7 days before your workshop to arrange a transfer.

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