Connection Quest

Science-Based Therapeutic Conversations for Couples

Therapeutic Guidelines

Create Safety: Choose a calm, private time when both partners are emotionally available
Practice Active Listening: Reflect back what you heard before responding
Validate Emotions: Acknowledge your partner's feelings without judgment or defensiveness
Use "I" Statements: Focus on your own experience rather than blaming
Take Breaks: If emotions escalate, pause and return when regulated
Seek Professional Help: These questions complement but don't replace couples therapy for serious issues

Select a Therapeutic Deck

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Research Foundation: These questions integrate evidence-based approaches from:

• Gottman Method: Dr. John Gottman's 40+ years of research on relationship stability

• Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT): Dr. Sue Johnson's attachment-based healing

• Betrayal Recovery: Research from Dr. Shirley Glass, Esther Perel, and trauma-informed approaches

• Positive Psychology: Gratitude and strengths-based relationship research

⚠️ Important: For relationships experiencing abuse, active addiction, or severe crises, please seek immediate professional help.