Failing a DOT drug or alcohol test can make it feel like your world has stopped. Your job is on the line, and your income is uncertain. The path back to work seems overwhelming when you don’t know where to start.

When your relationship feels stuck in a cycle of misunderstandings and frustration, the Gottman Method for couples offers a research-backed path forward. Developed by Drs. John and Julie Gottman, after decades of studying what makes relationships work, this is an approach that teaches couples practical tools to rebuild connection and navigate conflict.

Substance abuse affects more than just you. The path forward can feel overwhelming, especially for those in safety-sensitive positions. A positive drug or alcohol test does more than put your job at risk.

Asking for what you need in a relationship can feel uncomfortable, even risky. You might worry about seeming demanding and pushing your partner away, or disrupting the peace you've worked hard to maintain.

If you’re looking into getting a substance abuse evaluation, it can feel overwhelming to sort through all the information out there.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in the same argument over and over with your partner, you know how exhausting that cycle can be. Maybe you’re both trying to communicate, but somehow every conversation ends in frustration or distance.

If you're a federal employee in a safety-sensitive position, whether you're a pilot, commercial driver, or railroad operator, and you've tested positive for substances, you're likely facing one of the most stressful moments of your career.

When we get caught in the same arguments over and over or start feeling more like roommates than partners, it’s natural to wonder if couples therapy might make a difference.

October is recognized as Substance Abuse Prevention Month. It's a time to reflect on the impact of substance use and to offer support for those affected. It’s also an opportunity to share hope and practical steps for healing.

Conflict shows up in every relationship, be it family, friends, or colleagues. It can feel uncomfortable, but it also gives us a chance to grow closer if we handle it well.

Managing addiction in a professional environment can be one of the most difficult challenges an employee ever faces. For federal workers in safety-sensitive positions regulated by the Department of Transportation (DOT)—including those within the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), and other agencies—the stakes are especially high.

You might be unsure where to begin or confused about what steps to take.  There’s a clear path laid out within the federal regulations, and we’re here to help walk you through it step by step.

Disagreements are part of sharing a life, but when arguments start to outweigh moments of connection, it can leave both partners feeling exhausted and alone. Backed by more than forty years of research, the Gottman Method equips couples with concrete tools to handle conflict and rebuild closeness.