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You're ready... to once again feel close and connected to the one you care about the most

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You're ready... to once again feel close and connected to the one you care about the most

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You're ready... to once again feel close and connected to the one you care about the most

I know it can feel frustrating when...

You just don't know how to talk to each other
  • You and your partner have been growing apart

  • Parenting together is a constant struggle

  • Asking for help feels so hard that you just stay quiet

  • When you try to talk you don’t feel supported and heard

  • No matter what one of you says, the other feels annoyed

Learn effective communication strategies to get your relationship back on the right track.

Remember

the excitement you felt when you were first getting to know each other?

The hopes and dreams you had for lives intertwined. The visions of a happy future together, content in hearing each other’s loving voices as you murmured good night and good morning every day, lighting up at the glimpse of your partner’s smiling face across the room, racing home after work knowing your special person was waiting for you, the warm comfort of each other’s scent as years turned into decades of closeness, the loving embrace and familiar touch strengthening your intimacy through good times and bad...

But now things have changed. This is not the way you ever wanted to feel...

After years of working hard on careers and family, side by side, you’re now feeling lonely and disconnected. You thought you were building a life together, and it’s scary to feel like strangers, living separate lives, in the same house.

You don’t know how to talk about important issues and different opinions. You dread every conversation. You feel alone in the same room with your partner.

And, you want to try. You want to do the work if it will help. You’ve looked for advice from friends, books, workshops, maybe even therapy. Perhaps you’ve learned some good stuff, but it didn’t stick and changes you've tried haven’t lasted.

In the pit of your stomach you’re scared - you don’t want to break up your family or end up alone.

But, you know it’s not healthy to go on like this…

It’s time for some relationship repair!

Now, you can get close and connected from the comfort of your own home.

Rebuild the foundation for a happier, healthier relationship.

Learn everything you need to know to start having safe, calm, clear conversations with each other again.

Introducing

Couples Communication Made Easy Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Understood.

Couples Communication Made Easy Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Understood.

A step-by-step online course for couples with all the fundamental communication skills you need
to get close and connected & rekindle that lasting intimate bond you crave.

This is for you if you...

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    Miss feeling close and connected

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    Wish you could start living and dreaming united on the same life path

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    Want to feel safe and supported communicating with each other

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    Crave the confidence of knowing you can handle any stress or you can talk through any subject without fear of fighting

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    Remember what it was like in the beginning and want those feelings back again

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    Yearn for the warmth of your partner’s smiling face and the comfort of their familiar touch

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    Are ready to rekindle your relationship

This is for you if...

This is for you if...

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    You want to feel close and connected

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    You want to start living and dreaming united on the same life path

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    You want to feel safe and supported communicating with each other

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    You desire the confidence of knowing you can handle any stress or you can talk through any subject without fear of fighting

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    You remember what it was like in the beginning and want that feeling back again

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    You yearn for your partner’s smiling face and the comfort of their familiar touch

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    You're ready to rekindle your relationship

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What is
Couples Communication Made Easy?

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    Couples Communication Made Easy is an online course for couples struggling with loving, effective communication, who want strategies and guidance as they rebuild their relationship and get closer.

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    You get all this in a clear, step-by-step online course, designed to show you easy and actionable methods you and your partner can start using today to talk, live, and love together with greater comfort and intimacy.

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    In addition to the self-directed level, there's also a Guided level that includes powerful LIVE Action Calls with Dr. Sarah. These are Group sessions where you really get to up-level what you’re learning and get fresh inspiration to Take Action in your relationship, and where you get answers to all your implementation questions.

In fact, when you start this course you're getting the same techniques and tools that Dr. Sarah has used for 35 years to help hundreds of couples communicate, get closer, and rekindle their relationship.

Meet Dr. Sarah

and the Couples Communication Institute

First of all, Congratulations.

Recognizing your relationship isn't going smoothly and valuing your partner and yourself enough to find a solution is incredibly brave.

Nobody should feel stuck and scared in their relationship, not knowing how to communicate with each other.

You want to know the right path forward to the closeness and intimacy you used to have, but you're just not sure what it is. As a Couples Psychologist, I understand how complicated that can feel. And I want you to know it's going to be okay. All is not lost!

That's why The Couples Communication Institute is here: to guide you on your healing journey, helping you rekindle your relationship so that you can make it even better than ever.

Hi, I'm Dr. Sarah Salzman (name changed from Dr. Rattray in 2022), Founder & CEO of the Couples Communication Institute.

I've spent the last 35 years teaching hundreds of couples simple and effective communication tools that empower them to move forward happily in their relationships. I'd love to show you how, too.

At the Couples Communication Institute, that's what we do.

You're in the right place.

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Couples Communication Made Easy What you'll get when you register...

Couples Communication Made Easy What you'll get when you register...

5 Engaging Modules with 32 High-Quality Videos

Designed for your success, each module has between 1 and 9 videos, and each video is only 2 to 10 minutes long. You can always find time to watch the next bite-sized lesson from the comfort of home, or even in the park on your phone.

Comprehensive 70 Page
e-book and Worksheets

You know how sometimes you want to read information instead of watch a video, so you can really digest what you're learning? The videos, e-book, worksheets, and bonus guides each provide different ways for you to absorb the ideas, and use them in your relationship.

One Full Year of Unlimited Access

From beginning to end, see your progress unfold as you evaluate and master new and improved communication skills that help you feel safer and more confident talking with your partner. Finish the course in 5 weeks, and then have all the resources available to return to for the rest of the year.

When it comes to talking with your partner, nothing's better than a safe, supported conversation that both of you are ready to have!

Get All The Tools To be SEEN, To be HEARD, To be UNDERSTOOD...

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Get Ready For Success

Get ready for success with a step-by-step course orientation so you know where everything is, and how to keep yourself on track. You'll learn that being in "Fight-or-Flight" gets in the way of being able to communicate clearly, and why all the calm communication tips and techniques you'll learn in the course are key to connecting with your partner.

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Always Prepare First

A little preparation goes a long way. Learn exactly what to think through before you have important conversations, including the topic, and what your goals are for your conversation (do you want to fix it, or just share?) to set yourselves up as a team for success.

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Set-Up Conversation

Learn how to let your partner know that you appreciate them, so every conversation begins with warmth and care. You'll learn tips to set aside time to talk and choose the place, so when you're both ready to give your full attention you'll actually be able to talk through what's on your mind.

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The Calm & Focused Conversation

When you have something important to discuss, knowing how to talk so you both end up feeling seen, heard, understood, and supported, is priceless. Learn tips that nobody's taught you before, on how to listen well, with the confidence you're not misunderstanding each other.

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Continuing Success

As you put into practice your newly-learned skills at having ONE focused conversation at a time, you'll prevent overwhelming each other when having important or even challenging conversations. You'll build the habit of prioritizing what to talk about first, so you can focus on really hearing and supporting each other, and not on what used to get in the way.

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Resources

To go along with the video lessons, the full 70-page e-book and worksheets help you not only be clear about what you're learning, but also stay on track and use it. And when you're done with the course, all the printed resources are available in an easy-to-use resources area.

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Bonus Guides

Seeing everything at a glance can remind you of what you've learned, when you most need to actually use it. Bonus one-page guides clearly set out each step so you can have close and connected conversations every time.

Learn to communicate in a way that makes you both feel heard

Learn to communicate in a way that makes you both feel heard

Plans for every stage of your journey

Whether you are home with the kids, traveling the world or sitting in your local coffee shop... you can choose the exact level of support you need.

Click the "Full Pay" or "Payment Plan" buttons to see
the different payment options for each membership package:

Couples Communication Made Easy:
Self-Directed, Guided, or Premium
Embark on your journey: Self-guided or Supercharged with professional insight

In the Couples Communication Made Easy course, Dr. Sarah teaches the same tools and techniques she’s taught to her therapy clients for 35 years.

This online course was designed, at the Self-Directed and Guided levels, to support people who want to learn new methods of communicating in a safe, effective way, without the need for a therapist, and it was not designed or intended to replace traditional couples therapy. 

You can certainly benefit from taking this course before, during, or after couples therapy to learn, remember, and practice your communication together.

Group Action Calls

When you enroll in the Guided or Premium levels, you will be able to participate in the Group Action Calls, either on your own, or with your partner. The Group Action Calls help you stay motivated, engaged, and moving through the course. To reach your goal of a close and connected relationship, you will want every advantage to help you take action and finish the course and practice what you’ve learned together.

In the Group Action Calls, you'll strengthen your bond with your partner in the collective, shared experience of community with other motivated couples. Knowing that you're part of a movement of couples who value growth and excellent communication together will add to your progress. Your questions will be answered so that you can best implement and practice what you’re learning during the initial three months of the course. Action Calls help you up-level your new communication skills to talk more effectively and grow closer in your relationship(s).

The Group Action Calls with Dr. Sarah are not therapy sessions, and are intended for the purpose of motivation, inspiration, guidance and instructional support pertaining to the coursework only.

Private Action Calls

When you enroll in the Premium level, exclusive to those in Washington State where Dr. Sarah is licensed, you gain access to Private Action Calls. These sessions are tailored to dive deeper into your relationship's unique dynamics. While the "Couples Communication Made Easy" course equips you with foundational skills and principles, the Private Action Calls with Dr. Sarah supercharge your learning. They ensure that you efficiently integrate and apply the course material to your specific challenges and situations.

The confidentiality and focused nature of these calls mean your unique concerns are addressed directly. It's the perfect blend of self-paced learning from the course, complemented by expert insights and guidance from Dr. Sarah. This combination ensures not just understanding but effective application, leading to lasting change and deeper connection.

This is the only way Dr. Sarah is currently available to work with couples in therapy. The combination of the course with the Action Calls creates an environment where you and your partner take ownership of your ability to improve your communication and your relationship in a deep, exciting, and transformative way not available in traditional couples therapy.

This course is NOT for you if you...

  • Aren't ready to take time to learn and practice new ways of doing things in your relationship.
  • Need the deeper help of ongoing long-term work with a licensed, practicing, couples therapist. If you're looking for a couples therapist, find a Gottman therapist in your area.
  • Are in a relationship with intimate partner violence, or emotional abuse or control. If you need support, reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline.

 

At the crossroads...

At the crossroads...

Your relationship is at a crossroads... That's why you're here.

Is it important enough to work on it? Or, will you keep going down the unhappy road you're on now?

It's time for you to...

  • Rediscover each other’s dreams.
  • Remember what made you fall in love in the first place.
  • Turn towards each other instead of away.
  • Be seen, heard, and understood.
  • Get closer.

This is your time and your life. Would you like to begin a new chapter in your relationship? Chart a new course?

Click the "I'm Ready to Get Started" button now. Choose your Payment Plan (1 or 2 pay) and click the "Join" button at the bottom of your chosen membership package column to go right to the enrollment page. And once you've filled out your information you'll get immediate access to the course so you can start your journey to closer now, because the time is now.

Start today.

Don't wait another moment not knowing how to really communicate with your partner. Don't live another day in struggle, distance, and confusion. The support and tools you need are here, and it's here for you.

So follow your dreams.

See you inside,

- Dr. Sarah

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Satisfaction Guarantee on Purchase

Dr. Sarah has spent the last 35 years teaching hundreds of dedicated couples these exact communication tools that have empowered them to move forward happily in their relationships. One thing she has found for sure is that the couples who succeed are the couples who have taken the time to do the work.

We are confident that if you are dedicated and practice these communication skills consistently, you will see improvements in the quality of your conversations. 

When you enroll in the Self-Directed or Guided levels, before 14 days from the date of purchase you should be sure that this course is right for you, and you’re ready to give the rest of the course your full commitment, since your relationship is important to you.

However, in the Self-Directed or Guided levels, if you decide before 14 days from the date of purchase that this course is not the right fit for you, then you can receive a full refund. See HERE for details to qualify for a refund of your course fee from Dr. Sarah.

When you are enrolled in the Premium level you are making a higher level of commitment to the work from the outset, and reserving Dr. Sarah’s time. There are no refunds for the Premium level.

See complete course terms of purchase HERE.

FAQs

Do online courses really work?

Absolutely! Online learning gives you, and your partner, the freedom to replay the videos and review each module as many times as you need to.  You actually receive more valuable content and actionable skills than you would hourly 1:1.  And, the course is clearly structured, without the constraints of appointment times. With the same tools, techniques, and proven methods that Dr. Sarah has taught clients for decades, the course will support you as long as you are motivated and willing to learn.

What if my partner doesn’t want to do the course with me?

If your partner isn’t yet on board, don’t worry. This course will support you, by yourself, or as a couple. These communication skills can be applied to any relationship in your life. By completing this course, you'll have a better idea of how to talk with your partner to ask if they might be willing to take the course with you. Then you can go through it together again, if they're open to it.

How much time do I have to commit for this course?
This course is designed to be completed in five weeks. Each video is only 2-10 minutes long. Total weekly video lessons vary in length from under 10 minutes to 45 minutes, plus time to review the e-book, worksheet, and guides, and especially to discuss and practice with your partner.  Go at your own pace and complete as much, or as little, as will support you in the moment. Plus, you’ll get access to the videos for 12 full months, so you can go back and repeat any part of the course any time you like.

How is this course different from therapy?

Couples Communication Made Easy's Self-Directed and Guilded levels are not designed to be a substitution for couples therapy. You will be learning the foundational tools and communication skills that Dr. Sarah teaches to her therapy clients, with the extra benefit of being able to review the information as many times as you need to. The course is intended to help couples improve communication.  It does not dive deep into your specific concerns, backgrounds, and family situations, and does not provide any therapy, or discussion of the history of your personal situation. Looking forward, you'll focus on implementing the skills you're learning, and making mindset changes to keep your relationship moving in a positive direction long into the future.

How do the Group Action Calls work?

This is a valuable supplemental option, if you choose the Guided or Premium packages, to join with other motivated couples on the journey of relationship growth together. Group Action Calls are 50 minutes long, and are usually held two weeks out of every month with Leading Couples Psychologist Dr. Sarah in her video office (Zoom or similar). Get personalized answers to your course-specific questions, and guidance about implementing the communication skills you've been learning.  You and your partner may choose to join together or on your own. Be sure to take advantage of the opportunity for inspiration, motivation, and tailoring what you're learning to your unique relationship.

How do the Private Action Calls work?

For those living in Washington State, the Premium level is your only opportunity for a therapy relationship with Dr. Sarah, as her traditional private practice is currently closed. In six Private Action Calls over the first three months after your purchase of Couples Communication Made Easy, experience streamlined, targeted, effective couples therapy. You and your partner will go through the entire online course on your own together, so all the skills Dr. Sarah used to teach during couples therapy sessions you'll learn at your own pace and on your own time. Time during the Action Calls will be freed up to focus on how to apply everything you're learning to your own relationship. Your goal will be to learn how to turn to each other to talk through concerns together, without relying on therapy long term.

How do I know if this course is right for me?

If you feel your partnership could benefit from improved communication, and you are motivated to improve it, then this course is right for you.

This is designed for couples and individuals who are committed to learn and follow through on the lessons and aren't in immediate need of the deep support and exploration that long term couples therapy can bring.

If you aren't willing to put in the time and attention it takes to better your relationship, or lack the motivation to self-study, this course may not be not the best option for you.

You're ready to get closer

Start the foundational communication course today:

Couples Communication Made Easy

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About

About

The Couples Communication Institute

From the moment your relationship with your partner began you imagined joyfully building your life with your best friend, laughing over inside jokes at dinnertime before an evening of intimacy, and long happy days of just being together.

But what happens when the years go by and instead of getting closer you disconnect, disengage, and you feel helpless because you just don’t know how to make your relationship work? Knot in the pit of your stomach, right?

The Couples Communication Institute is the place where fabulous relationships are taught, because there's so much you never learned before.

We want to help you rekindle your relationship.

You’re in the right place.

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"Dr. Sarah does an incredible job of saying what needs to be said, without overexplaining or repeating things. I really liked how the videos broke everything down into small pieces. That way, if I got interrupted, I knew the video was only three to five minutes and then it was done, so I could get up and not feel like I was stopping in the middle of something. Each step felt really doable. Couples Communication Made Easy would definitely be a resource that I would be willing to pass on to some of my clients when they're struggling with their partners in communication. It's beautiful. I really like the flow and how it works. It was just all right there."

Dr. Julie Shafer

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"Dr. Sarah offers her special blend of sincere empathy and common sense guidance from a place of compassion borne of many years of professional and life experience. With her gentle inquiries and intelligent suggestions she's helped me figure out for myself what I'm needing. Dr. Sarah communicates with warmth and genuine caring, and with her often playful humor I come away feeling empowered and ready to be my best self."

Susannah Johnston

"We learned how to ask for what we need. How to explore differences and disagreements on beliefs, values, and dreams. How to discuss parenting with your co-parent. How to discuss health issues and needs. How to really listen for deep connection. Dr. Sarah breaks the process down into easy-to-understand-and-use steps. The short, easy-to-digest videos in Couples Communication Made Easy makes it easy to think about, and practice in stages. I also loved Dr. Sarah’s emphasis on emotional safety."

Jamie and Angel

Sarah does an incredible job of saying what needs to be said, without overexplaining or repeating things. I really liked how the videos broke everything down into small pieces. That way, if I got interrupted, I knew the video was only three to five minutes and then it was done, so I could get up and not feel like I was stopping in the middle of something. Each step felt really doable. This course would definitely be a resource that I would be willing to pass on to some of my clients when they're struggling with their partners in communication. It's beautiful. I really like the flow and how it works. It was just all right there.

Dr. Julie Shafer

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Sarah offers her special blend of sincere empathy and common sense guidance from a place of compassion borne of many years of professional and life experience. With her gentle inquiries and intelligent suggestions she's helped me figure out for myself what I'm needing. Sarah communicates with warmth and genuine caring and with her often playful humor I come away feeling empowered and ready to be my best self.

Susannah Johnston

We learned how to ask for what we need. How to explore differences and disagreements on beliefs, values, and dreams. How to discuss parenting with your co-parent. How to discuss health issues and needs. How to really listen for deep connection. Sarah breaks the process down into easy-to-understand-and-use steps. The short, easy-to-digest videos make it easy to think about it and practice in stages. I also loved Sarah’s emphasis on emotional safety.

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You don't just want your relationship to survive, you want it to thrive!

Then it’s time to repair it.

Click the "I'm Ready to Get Started" button now to enroll and get immediate access to the course that's changing lives for couples around the world.

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