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- Topic Areas:
- Couples Therapy | Neuroscience | Workshops | Developmental Therapy Model | Differentiation | Behavioral Psychology | Family Systems | Sex and Sexuality
- Categories:
- Brief Therapy Conference | Brief Therapy Conference 2010
- Faculty:
- Ellyn Bader, PhD
- Duration:
- 1:54:30
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Dec 12, 2010
- Short Description:
- The workshop delves into couples therapy by integrating attachment theory, differentiation, and neuroscience. Participants learn about relationship developmental stages, attachment styles, and conflict resolution techniques like the "ouch" method. The session explores challenges with different couple types, gender dynamics, and personal histories, using case studies to demonstrate how self-disclosure, addressing unresolved issues, and differentiation-based approaches can help couples develop deeper emotional connections and personal growth.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price

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- Topic Areas:
- Workshops | Couples Therapy | Developmental Therapy Model | Confrontation | Therapist Development | Family Systems | Motivation | Therapist Techniques | Psychotherapy
- Categories:
- Couples Conference | Couples Conference 2005
- Faculty:
- Ellyn Bader, PhD
- Duration:
- 1:45:16
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Mar 05, 2005
- Short Description:
- A comprehensive workshop exploring effective couples therapy techniques. Learn to address relationship challenges through a developmental model focusing on breaking negative cycles, setting goals, and fostering individual growth. Includes practical strategies for therapist engagement, self-assessment homework, and skill-building interventions to help couples move beyond blame and reconnect.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price
Tags: Confrontation Couples Therapy Therapist Development Developmental Therapy Model Autonomy Emotional Connection Emotional Growth Experiential Learning Pattern Interruption Reframing Relationship Dynamics Strategic Interventions Tailoring Therapeutic Alliance Therapeutic Experimentation Utilization Goal Setting Negative Cycles Skill Development Self-Assessment Destructive Cycle Communication Skills Relationship Goals Emotional Work Conflict Resolution

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- Topic Areas:
- Workshops | Couples Therapy | Developmental Therapy Model | Confrontation | Clinical Psychology | Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) | Communication | Developmental Psychology | Experiential Therapy | Family Therapy | Humanistic Psychology | Neuroscience | Trauma Studies
- Categories:
- Couples Conference | Couples Conference 2005
- Faculty:
- Ellyn Bader, PhD
- Duration:
- 1:28:23
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Mar 05, 2005
- Short Description:
- Bader presents a transformative approach to couples therapy, emphasizing developmental growth through structured communication techniques. Learn how to guide couples beyond surface conflicts by using the Initiator-Inquirer method and Gestalt two-chair work to uncover deeper emotional patterns, reduce resistance, and enhance mutual understanding. This workshop offers practical strategies for helping couples develop greater self-awareness and build more resilient relationships.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price
Tags: Couples Therapy Developmental Therapy Model Emotional Growth Experiential Therapy Family Systems Observation Pattern Interruption Phenomenological Approach Psychodynamic Rapport Reframing Self-Organizing Change Therapeutic Alliance Therapeutic Experimentation Validation Conflict Conflict Avoidance Differentiation Emotional Regulation Emotional Triggers Gestalt Therapy Personal Growth Relationship Dynamics Self-Discovery Therapy Strategies Emotional Impact

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- Topic Areas:
- Workshops | Confrontation | Couples Therapy | Behavioral Psychology | Developmental Therapy Model | Family Systems | Psychoanalysis | Psychotherapy | Relationships | Therapist Techniques | Training
- Categories:
- Couples Conference | Couples Conference 2007
- Faculty:
- Ellyn Bader, PhD
- Duration:
- 1:48:02
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Apr 27, 2007
- Short Description:
- Bader reveals six confrontation styles—from gentle interventions to powerful 'bombshell' techniques—that help therapists challenge clients while maintaining therapeutic rapport. Learn how strategic confrontation can transform relationship dynamics and support couples' growth.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price
Tags: Confrontation Couples Therapy Emotional Growth Empathy Experiential Learning Family Systems Hypnotic Communication Observation Pattern Interruption Rapport Reframing Self-Organizing Change Tailoring Therapeutic Alliance Validation Creative Confrontation Defensive Cycles Emotional Accountability Intrapsychic Issues Negative Patterns Empathic Confrontation Passive Aggression Symbiotic Relationships Grief Processing Self-Respect Building Role Play

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- Workshops | Couples Therapy | Developmental Therapy Model | Differentiation | Behavioral Psychology | Family Systems | Neuroscience | Psychology | Sex and Sexuality | Therapist Development | Therapist Techniques
- Categories:
- Couples Conference | Couples Conference 2008
- Faculty:
- Ellyn Bader, PhD
- Duration:
- 1:41:27
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Apr 26, 2008
- Short Description:
- Bader reveals how therapists can help partners break destructive cycles, manage anxiety, and build deeper intimacy by understanding attachment, differentiation, and relationship growth stages.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price
Tags: Attachment Couples Therapy Developmental Therapy Model Differentiation Communication Conflict Avoidance Emotional Growth Emotional Triggers Experiential Learning Experiential Therapy Intimacy Observation Problem-Solving Therapy Rapport Reframing Sex and Sexuality Stress Tailoring Therapeutic Alliance Trauma Vulnerability Developmental Stages Emotional Development Pornography Use Empathy Development Relationship Repair

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- Topic Areas:
- Workshops | Attachment | Couples Therapy | Developmental Therapy Model | Differentiation | Intimacy | Behavioral Psychology | Developmental Psychology | Neuroscience | Therapist Development | Trauma Studies
- Categories:
- Couples Conference | Couples Conference 2009
- Faculty:
- Ellyn Bader, PhD
- Duration:
- 1:19:52
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- May 01, 2009
- Short Description:
- Learn how attachment, differentiation, and neuroscience intersect to help couples overcome communication barriers, manage conflicts, and grow together. Discover practical techniques like the "ouch" method to de-escalate tensions and support partners in developing deeper understanding and authentic connection.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price
Tags: Attachment Couples Therapy Developmental Therapy Model Differentiation Intimacy Conflict Resolution Emotional Growth Experiential Learning Grief Grief Processing Individual Therapy Phenomenological Approach Self-Discovery Therapeutic Alliance Validation Emotional Contagion Trust Issues Relationship Evolution

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- Topic Areas:
- Attachment | Couples Therapy | Neuroscience | Workshops | Developmental Therapy Model | Differentiation | Behavioral Psychology | Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) | Developmental Psychology | Therapy Practice
- Categories:
- Couples Conference | Couples Conference 2011
- Faculty:
- Ellyn Bader, PhD
- Duration:
- 1:12:19
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Apr 01, 2011
- Short Description:
- A workshop exploring couples therapy through developmental, attachment, and neuroscience lenses. Learn to identify communication barriers, understand relationship stages, and help couples develop effective coping strategies. Includes practical tools, video demonstrations, and interactive exercises to enhance therapeutic interventions.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price

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- Topic Areas:
- Workshops | Communication | Couples Therapy | Narcissism | Personality Disorders | Trauma | Behavioral Psychology | Developmental Therapy Model
- Categories:
- Couples Conference | Couples Conference 2012
- Faculty:
- Ellyn Bader, PhD
- Duration:
- 1:01:18
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Apr 28, 2012
- Short Description:
- Couples come to therapy saying “we can’t communicate.” It sounds simple. Yet what does this really mean? Closer examination often reveals trauma, chronic hostility, narcissistic entitlement, or long-term conflict avoidance. And resolution requires internal self-development that may be resisted by one or both partners. This advanced workshop will use video segments to demonstrate the intricacies of resolving predictable communication breakdowns and supporting couples development.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price
Tags: Communication Couples Therapy Narcissistic Personality Disorder Personality Disorders Trauma Communication Breakdown Differentiation Emotional Growth Emotional Vulnerability Experiential Learning Reframing Self-Accountability Self-Discovery Therapeutic Alliance Validation Vulnerability Emotional Maturity Emotional Risk

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- Topic Areas:
- Couples Therapy | Topical Panels | Differentiation | Brief Therapy | Abuse | Cognitive Psychology | Developmental Therapy Model | Psychodynamics | Interpersonal Therapy
- Categories:
- Couples Conference | Couples Conference 2015
- Faculty:
- Ellyn Bader, PhD | Judith Anderson | Peter Pearson, PhD
- Duration:
- 43:37
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Apr 24, 2015
- Short Description:
- This panel examines differentiation in couples therapy, revealing how partners can maintain individual identity while building secure attachment. Through practical techniques and case studies, the presenters demonstrate strategies for managing emotional reactivity, understanding different perspectives, and creating deeper intimacy. The discussion offers insights into helping couples navigate complex relationship dynamics with empathy and mutual respect.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price
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- Topic Areas:
- Topical Panels | Differentiation | Couples Therapy | Attachment | Developmental Therapy Model | Multicultural | Therapeutic Model | Emotional Regulation
- Categories:
- Couples Conference | Couples Conference 2016
- Faculty:
- Ellyn Bader, PhD | Esther Perel, MA, LMFT | Terry Real, LICSW
- Course Levels:
- Master Degree or Higher in Health-Related Field
- Duration:
- 01:07:58
- Format:
- Audio and Video
- Original Program Date:
- May 14, 2016
- Short Description:
- A dynamic panel of experts delves into differentiation in couples therapy, revealing how partners can maintain individual identity while staying connected. The panelists discuss strategies for communication, boundaries, and personal growth, addressing challenges from cultural differences to addiction. Drawing on personal experiences and professional insights, they offer techniques to help couples embrace vulnerability, curiosity, and passionate relationships.
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- Topic Areas:
- Addiction | Workshops | Couples Therapy | Developmental Therapy Model | Cognitive Psychology | Family Therapy | Neuroscience | Psychoanalysis | Therapist Techniques | Brain Chemistry
- Categories:
- Couples Conference | Couples Conference 2016
- Faculty:
- Ellyn Bader, PhD | Sue Diamond, MA, RCC
- Duration:
- 01:55:02
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- May 14, 2016
- Short Description:
- Two particularly challenging issues that surface in couples therapy are addiction and self absorption. Through the lens of the Developmental Model of Couples Therapy, Sue and Ellyn will describe how to make strategic treatment decisions that propel couples toward sobriety and more collaborative functioning. They will review the troublesome traits of the self-absorbed partner and illuminate ways to increase other-differentiation and increase caring and compassion.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price

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- Topic Areas:
- Workshops | Developmental Therapy Model | Couples Therapy | Leadership | Therapist Development | Group Therapy | Therapist Techniques
- Categories:
- Couples Conference | Couples Conference 2017
- Faculty:
- Ellyn Bader, PhD
- Duration:
- 53:04
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Apr 01, 2017
- Short Description:
- Ellyn Bader's workshop illuminates strong leadership in couples therapy, demonstrating techniques to create impactful client experiences. Through a detailed case study, she introduces the developmental model, showcasing interventions like partner-described complaints and a revealing paper exercise. The session emphasizes differentiation, self-reflection, and building positive therapeutic environments, ultimately guiding therapists to enhance their personal effectiveness and client interactions.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price
Tags: Therapeutic Techniques Self-Improvement Conflict Avoidance Developmental Therapy Model Emotional Growth Experiential Therapy Expressive Communication Personal Growth Phenomenological Approach Receptive Communication Self-Discovery Developmental Model Professional Growth Emotional Intelligence Therapist Presence Relationship Challenges

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- Topic Areas:
- Workshops | Developmental Therapy Model | Couples Therapy | Leadership | Therapist Development | Clinical Psychology | Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) | Interpersonal Therapy | Trauma
- Categories:
- Couples Conference | Couples Conference 2017
- Faculty:
- Ellyn Bader, PhD
- Duration:
- 50:46
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- Apr 01, 2017
- Short Description:
- Ellyn Bader reveals couples therapy techniques, focusing on maintaining hope and connection. Through a detailed case study of Trish and Paul, she demonstrates the initiator-inquirer process to improve communication and differentiation in conflict-avoidant relationships. The workshop provides practical strategies for therapists to create meaningful interventions and help couples rebuild intimacy and understanding.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price

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- Topic Areas:
- Couples Therapy | Workshops | Developmental Therapy Model | Experiential Therapy | Cognitive Psychology | Infidelity | Gender Dynamics
- Categories:
- Couples Conference | Couples Conference 2018
- Faculty:
- Ellyn Bader, PhD | Sue Diamond, MA, RCC
- Duration:
- 1:59:27
- Format:
- Audio Only
- Original Program Date:
- May 06, 2018
- Short Description:
- This workshop is designed for couple’s therapists who have trained in the Developmental Model of Couples Therapy. Increase your skills in effective confrontation and incisive resolution of intrapsychic conflicts. Bring some of your toughest challenges and join Ellyn Bader and Sue Diamond-Potts to strengthen your ability to confront and transform those unrelenting couples’ impasses.
- Price:
- $15.00 - Base Price
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- Topic Areas:
- Symposiums | Couples Therapy | Developmental Therapy Model | Gottman Method | Relational Life Therapy Model (RLT) | Trauma
- Bundle(s):
- CC19 Main Conference Video Bundle | CC19 Individual Selections
- Categories:
- Couples Conference | Couples Conference 2019 | Online Continuing Education
- Faculty:
- Ellyn Bader, PhD | Terry Real, LICSW | Carrie Cole, M.Ed, LPC | Donald Cole, DMIN, LPC, LMFT
- Course Levels:
- Master Degree or Higher in Health-Related Field
- Duration:
- 1:08:01
- Format:
- Audio and Video
- Original Program Date:
- Apr 12, 2019
- Short Description:
- A symposium featuring three couples therapy models, offering insights into relationship dynamics, therapeutic approaches, and innovative techniques. Experts Terry Real, Don and Carrie Cole, and Ellen Bader share strategies for addressing power imbalances, understanding relationship patterns, and facilitating meaningful change. They provide therapists with practical tools for assessing couples, managing conflict, and supporting relationship growth across diverse relationship structures.
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Tags: Online CE Couples Therapy Developmental Therapy Model Gottman Method Relational Life Therapy Model (RLT) Ethics Client Work Interpersonal Development Relationship Models Therapeutic Method Trauma Therapy Conflict Management Developmental Model Emotional Triggers Relational Empowerment Systemic Perspective Therapeutic Competence Emotional Safety Gottman Institute Individual Therapy Polyamory Relationship Stages Therapeutic Imposition
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- Topic Areas:
- Workshops | Couples Therapy | Developmental Therapy Model | Attachment | Conflict | Differentiation | Treatment Planning | Developmental Psychology | Relationships
- Bundle(s):
- CC19 Main Conference Video Bundle | CC19 Individual Selections
- Categories:
- Couples Conference | Couples Conference 2019 | Online Continuing Education
- Faculty:
- Ellyn Bader, PhD
- Course Levels:
- Master Degree or Higher in Health-Related Field
- Duration:
- 1:20:29
- Format:
- Audio and Video
- Original Program Date:
- Apr 12, 2019
- Short Description:
- Join Ellyn Bader as she provides a solid introduction to The Developmental Model of Couples Therapy. This model enables you to make a targeted assessment of what’s wrong and then select stage-specific interventions based on the developmental capacities your clients are lacking. Learn to move your clients from hurt, bitterness and outrage to collaboration, openness and increased accountability. Ellyn will use video demos and transcripts to reveal the power of this model.
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Tags: Online CE Couples Therapy Couples Therapy - Featured Developmental Therapy Model Attachment Conflict Differentiation Treatment Planning Attachment Research Conflict Avoidance Emotional Connection Emotional Regulation Hostile Couples Individuation John Bowlby Margaret Mahler Relationship Dynamics Self-Management Self-Soothing Symbiotic Stage Therapy Techniques
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- Topic Areas:
- Workshops | Couples Therapy | Developmental Therapy Model | Experiential Therapy | Conflict | Confrontation | Therapeutic Model | Trauma
- Bundle(s):
- CC19 Main Conference Video Bundle
- Categories:
- Couples Conference | Couples Conference 2019
- Faculty:
- Ellyn Bader, PhD
- Course Levels:
- Master Degree or Higher in Health-Related Field
- Duration:
- 1:47:01
- Format:
- Audio and Video
- Original Program Date:
- Apr 14, 2019
- Short Description:
- This advanced workshop is designed to demonstrate core concepts of The Developmental Model of Couples Therapy. Participants will Increase their skills in the Initiator-Inquirer process and in effective confrontation and incisive resolution of intrapsychic conflicts. Join Ellyn Bader and learn how to make developmental assists, strengthen your confrontation skills and promote couples development.
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- Average Rating:
- 27
- Topic Areas:
- Couples Therapy | Conflict | Developmental Therapy Model | IMAGO | Infidelity | LGBTQ | Relational Life Therapy Model (RLT) | Relationships | Sex and Sexuality
- Categories:
- Couples Conference | Couples Conference 2020 | Online Continuing Education
- Faculty:
- Ellyn Bader, PhD | Joseph Winn, MSW, LICSW, CST-S | Terry Real, LICSW | Harville Hendrix, PhD | Helen LaKelly Hunt, PhD | Martha Kauppi, MS MFT | Stan Tatkin, PsyD, MFT | William Doherty, PhD | ....
- Course Levels:
- Master Degree or Higher in Health-Related Field
- Duration:
- 4 Hours
- Format:
- Audio and Video
- Original Program Date:
- Apr 03, 2020
- Short Description:
- A streaming option in place of the Couples Conference 2020 4 hour event. This recording provides a comprehensive cross-section of a variety of approaches to couples therapy, including specific therapeutic models, discussions on sexual desire discrepancies, working with resistance in the therapy room and more.
- Price:
- $29.00 - Base Price
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- Topic Areas:
- Clinical Demonstrations | Couples Therapy | Developmental Therapy Model
- Categories:
- Evolution of Psychotherapy | Evolution of Psychotherapy 2021
- Faculty:
- Ellyn Bader, PhD
- Course Levels:
- Master Degree or Higher in Health-Related Field
- Duration:
- 1 hour
- Format:
- Audio and Video
- Original Program Date:
- Dec 01, 2021
- Short Description:
- A powerful couples therapy technique that transforms communication by teaching partners to take turns sharing and listening. One partner expresses concerns without blame, while the other asks empathetic questions, fostering deeper understanding and personal growth. Dr. Ellen Bader demonstrates how this method helps couples build self-awareness, manage tension, and create more meaningful connections.
- Price:
- $59.00 - Base Price
Tags: Couples Therapy Developmental Therapy Model Therapy Method Client Development Interpersonal Work Therapist Guidance Cognitive Therapy Personal Growth Conflict Resolution Emotional Management Differentiation Empathy Relationship Dynamics Therapy Techniques Communication Skills Initiator-Inquirer Process Self-Discovery Collaborative Interaction Self-Reflection Effective Questioning