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Gottman Method Couples Therapy in Bend, Oregon

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clarify communication, manage conflict and deepen intimacy



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(541) 241-6362

Gottman Method Couples Therapy in Bend, Oregon

Gottman Method Couples Therapy in Bend, OregonGottman Method Couples Therapy in Bend, OregonGottman Method Couples Therapy in Bend, Oregon


clarify communication, manage conflict and deepen intimacy



Get Started

(541) 241-6362

About Laura Heck, LMFT, CGT

Experienced Gottman Therapist

 

Expert Marriage Counselor | Certified Gottman Therapist | Relationship & Sex Therapy

With over 14 years of experience in marriage counseling and couples therapy, I help partners build stronger, more connected relationships. As a Certified Gottman Therapist since 2017 and co-author and Master Trainer of the Gottman Seven Principles Program, I specialize in teaching science-backed relationship tools to improve communication, manage conflict, and deepen intimacy.

I am also a Sex Therapist Candidate through the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT), helping couples address emotional and physical intimacy with sensitivity and clinical insight.

My work has been featured in major media outlets including The New York Times, Vanity Fair, Google Talks, Bustle, and Martha Stewart. I co-authored Reconnect: A Marriage Counseling Workbook, offering over 50 practical exercises to help couples rebuild connection and strengthen mature relationships.

Tune into my weekly relationship podcast, Marriage Therapy Radio, where I’ve been guiding couples through real-life issues for over seven years.

Whether you're seeking support for marriage issues, relationship communication, or sexual intimacy, I provide proven strategies to help couples thrive.


Unlock Your Potential with Laura Heck Therapy

Communication Tools

Intimacy & Connection

Communication Tools

Sex Therapist in Bend, Oregon.  Learning how to create safety and pleasure.

By integrating communication tools into daily interactions, couples can enhance their connection, navigate challenges more effectively, and build a resilient, fulfilling relationship. You will learn how to avoid criticism, defensiveness, stonewalling and contempt while developing emotional intelligence skills.

Conflict Management

Intimacy & Connection

Communication Tools

Conflict management tools to have calmer conversations when you disagree.

Managing conflict in a relationship is essential for maintaining a healthy and lasting bond. While disagreements are natural, how couples handle them can either strengthen or weaken their connection.  Learn tools and strategies for having your hardest conversations  that lead to resolution and understanding.  

Intimacy & Connection

Intimacy & Connection

Communication is the lifeblood of any relationship.

Deepening intimacy in a relationship involves exploring five interconnected pathways: sexual, physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual. Each pathway offers unique opportunities to connect with your partner, and cultivate a detailed "Love Map" of your partner's inner world.

Roommate Syndrome

 Over time, couples may find themselves focusing more on household responsibilities and less on nurturing their romantic connection. This shift can lead to feelings of emotional distance and a lack of intimacy.  Couples learn to prioritize connection through meaningful conversation, validation, play and intentional shared values and goals.

Affair Recovery

Affair Recovery

Affair recovery using the Gottman Method is a structured, research-based approach.

 The Gottman Method offers a structured, research-backed approach to affair recovery through its Trust Revival Method, which encompasses three key phases: Atonement, Attunement, and Attachment. This method aims to help couples rebuild trust, emotional connection, and long-term intimacy after infidelity. 

Words from Satisfied Clients

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach me at laurahecktherapy@gmail.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

Yes, I have an in-person office located in beautiful Bend, Oregon at 1011 SW Emkay Drive, Suite 101.  


Yes, you have the option to meet with me in-person or virtually.  My preference is that couples are together when they meet with me virtually.


Initial Consultation, Individual and Couples Sessions are $220 per 50 minute session.  If you prefer longer sessions, $396 per 90 minute session.  You are welcome to pay using credit card or HSA.


A typical counseling session at Laura Heck Therapy lasts for 50 minutes, although some sessions may be longer or shorter depending on your needs and preferences.


Please note that I am not affiliated with any insurance panels and am considered an out-of-network provider. I encourage you to contact your insurance company to determine if your plan includes coverage for couples therapy. If it does, seeking an in-network provider may be more cost-effective. However, some insurance plans offer reimbursement for out-of-network services. Should this apply to you, I will provide detailed receipts for each session, which you can submit to your insurance company at your convenience.  


In our initial session, we'll explore your goals and preferences to determine the most suitable therapy schedule for you. After that, we'll decide together whether weekly sessions or bi-weekly sessions align best with your needs. I generally recommend not extending the interval between sessions beyond two weeks to maintain therapeutic momentum and support your progress effectively.


I am happy to meet with couples who's primary residence is in the states of Washington, Utah and Oregon.


If your partner is not ready for therapy yet but you would like to receive guidance on how to optomize your relationship, I am happy to meet with you individually.  I also have many clients who appreciate support after a breakup to process and grow.


 To prepare for our upcoming session, please follow the steps below:

  1. Create Individual Accounts:
    Both you and your partner should register separately on the client portal. You can sign up here: 
  2. Access the Calendar:
    Once registered, log in to the client portal and navigate to the calendar feature. 
  3. Schedule Your Session:
    Review the available time slots and select a 50-minute initial consultation appointment that works for both of you.  Be sure to select an in-person session for my Bend office or virtual appointment via Zoom.
  4. Confirmation and Instructions:
    After scheduling, I will send a confirmation email with detailed instructions for meeting with me , including a link to my Zoom room for virtual sessions.


Contact Us

Virtual Appointments via Zoom

Join me from the comfort of your home.  

Pets and blankets are welcome!


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In-Person Sessions in Bend, Oregon

Office Location: Colorado Terrace Building 1011 SW Emkay Drive, Suite 101 Bend, OR 97702 (541) 241-6362 laurahecktherapy@gmail.com

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1011 SW Emkay Drive, Suite 101, Bend. OR 97702

(541) 241-6362

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