Analysis of the therapy The purpose of this article is to examine the effectiveness of my work as a co-therapist during the fifth joint session with the simulated couple; Katie and Michelle. I will discuss our treatment plan and the goals we hoped to achieve during the session. It is prudent to begin by briefly describing the couple's current problem and the patterns of dysfunction that I have identified within their relationship. In my opinion, it is the therapist's job to recognize patterns and behaviors that interrupt the intimate bond between partners. It is also important to recognize that it is critical for therapists to remain self-aware and avoid judgments based on their own understanding. This session is my first opportunity to work with a same-sex couple and see therapy unfold over the term. I based my approach on the data presented to me through intake forms and viewing previous sessions with the couple. To protect the couple from any negative countertransference, I filtered my observations through the theories of Gottman's (2008) Married Couple Therapy, Johnson's (2008) Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and the Integrated Couple Therapy Model by David (2013a) (ICT). ). The majority of this article will therefore examine my therapeutic approach, supporting theoretical concepts, and my strengths and weaknesses as a therapist during the session. The latter will include peer feedback, instructor feedback, and self-critique. This article will conclude with a brief discussion of the future direction of therapy if I remained their therapist. Presenting Problem Both Michelle and Katy came to therapy complaining of an increasing frequency of arguments. These discussions began almost a year ago and, as time p...... half of the document ......n integrated model of couples therapy. In P. David, Couple Bonding and Repair: Essays on Intimacy and Couples Therapy (pp.52-64). Class handout from Applied Couples Therapy, Antioch University Seattle. David, P., (2014a, Winter Quarter). Phases of intimacy assessment. Lesson handout from Applied Couple Therapy. Antioch University Seattle.Gehart, D. (2014). Mastering family therapy skills: A practical guide to theories and case documentation. Belmont, CA: Brooks/Cole.Gottman, J.M., Gottman, J.S., (2008). Couple therapy with the Gottman method. In A. Gurman (Ed.), Clinical manual of couples therapy (4th ed.) (pp.138-164). New York, NY: Guilford Press.Gurman, A., (Ed.), Clinical Manual of Couples Therapy (4th ed.). New York, NY: Guilford Press.Johnson, S., (2008). Hold me tight: seven conversations for a lifetime of love. New York, NY: Little, Brown and Company.