Managing Conflict Without Losing Each Other
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A Practical Workshop For Couples Who Want To Feel More Like A Team
Conflict is inevitable in close relationships, but getting stuck in the same arguments doesn't have to be.
This skills-based workshop is designed to help couples better understand what happens when conflict escalates, how to interrupt unhelpful patterns in the moment, and how to move toward repair instead of distance. Whether you argue often or tend to avoid conflict altogether, this workshop offers practical tools you can start using right away.
In This Workshop, You’ll Learn How To:
-Recognize early signs of escalation before conflict spirals
-Understand your unique anger and reactivity cycle as a couple
-Practice de-escalation tools that calm the nervous system
-Disrupt recurring conflict patterns that leave you feeling stuck
-Set realistic expectations around conflict (hint: healthy couples still argue)
-Repair after disagreements in ways that build trust and connection
This Workshop Is For Couples Who:
• Feel like they keep having the same argument over and over
• Want to fight less intensely or recover more quickly after conflict
• Struggle with shutdown, defensiveness, or emotional escalation
• Are navigating life transitions (parenthood, stress, burnout, change)
• Want practical tools to not blame but rather to improve communication
What to Expect
• Psychoeducation grounded in relationship research
• Real-life examples couples can relate to
• Simple, doable tools you can practice together
• A supportive, non-judgmental environment
This is not about avoiding conflict—it’s about learning how to move through it without harming the relationship.
Who’s Facilitating
Facilitated by Michelle Cortez who is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT #146795) with experience supporting couples in building emotional safety, communication skills, and long-term connection. She is supervised by Christina Mathieson, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT #115093)
Details
Date: 2/25
Time: 1pm PT
Location: Online
Cost: Free
Registration: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/iq2Voyn8TFqv91TCinTBVA
