Couples Coaching Couples

The joy and happiness represented in this picture above is a result of committing to our emotional homework. A year before this picture was taken, we were struggling. We found ways to avoid our fears and everyone around us saw us as the "perfect" couple. We were successful, we traveled, we loved one another, but yet underneath all of that we were hungry for authentic connection. Through this opening of hardship, we learned to navigate the storms of our own making.

What is your storm? What are the elements of your relationship that keep you together and committed? How is your relationship fracturing and developing narratives that feel harmful? No couple is without their barriers as they evolve in their lives. Whether it is children, jobs, finances, families, or friends, couples are not immune to the ever-changing responsibilities of life.

I’ve been with my husband, Mark Gantt, for 18 years. Between us, we have 48 years of recovery and 25 years of therapy. With this unique experience and perspective, we’re excited to provide coaching for couples in need of emotional repair. (Couples defined as dating, married, domestic partners of any sexual orientation).

How we model and mirror healthy and unhealthy interactions makes our approach unique. To observe your experience as one which is connected to ours and leaves room for discussion, intervention and perspectives not considered.

We work with you to eliminate the dysfunctional patterns and endorse the more responsive and adaptive ways to create permanent change. Our work is active, it is engaging, and it is a way to be accountable in breaking through to the clearing of your renewed journey together.

Most couples therapists will not work with couples when the Three A's are present: Addiction, Affairs, and Abuse — But we do!

Being in a relationship or marriage presents many challenges you never had to think about when you were single. Addiction and subsequent recovery will inevitably affect any relationship; it is natural for each partner to change and grow. When this happens, the relationship can get off balance. It takes time, effort, and commitment to repair and balance any relationship.

Often we didn't have the best role models for relationships. So, you duplicate what you were exposed to. Even if you had great models, relationships are still challenging.

While addressing the addiction is critical, couples coaching can also help you and your partner overcome other issues that may have arisen due to the addiction.

Some of the feelings and thoughts that might be circling your relationships:

I don't feel connected to my partner or spouse.
My partner misunderstands me.
They undervalue my role in our relationship.
It feels like we aren't on the same page, and they don't care about my feelings anymore.
My spouse and I are always fighting about the same things over and over again.
My partner had an affair, and I need help coping with the fallout.
My partner has changed since they started recovery, I feel disconnected.

HOW IT WORKS

INDIVIDUAL SESSIONS

We begin the individual sessions with both Mark and me, where we focus on these essential factors before, during, and after the couple's sessions:

Getting to know you
Identifying feelings
Exploring the past
Focusing on solutions
Teaching skills
Looking at additive behaviors in the relationship; workaholism, attachment style, codependency, shopping, debting, substance abuse, love addiction and love avoidant, etc…

COUPLE SESSIONS

Relationship issues that may be addressed in sessions include:

Recurring conflict and arguments
Poor communication
Emotionally distanced couples on the verge of separation
Specific problems such as addiction, recovery, sexual difficulties, infidelity, money, and parenting
Address disagreements over topics such as work-relationship balance, money, child-rearing, and household responsibilities
Learn constructive ways to deal with conflict
Cope with new life situations, e.g., birth of a child, and life cycle challenges, e.g., infertility, unemployment, illness of one member of the couple or another family member
Communicate with one another about concerns that are difficult to bring up
Deal with issues of trust and infidelity
Consider whether to stay together as a couple.

Brianne Davis

From bringing compelling characters to life on screen as an actor, calling the shots behind the scenes as a director and producer, lending her thoughts and opinions to the podcast airwaves, and even penning her debut literary work, Brianne Davis has emerged in the entertainment industry as a powerhouse female creative in 2022. She has taken this same passion for her creativity and turned it into a very successful coaching practice.

In the last decade, Brianne has been sharpening her skills as a coach for individuals and couples desiring healing from their own patterns of relational dysfunction. Besides committing herself to a rigorous daily practice in sex and love recovery, Brianne has certifications and specialty training in relationship dynamics, distress tolerance, trauma informed care, communication strategies, boundaries, and codependency.

In film and television, Brianne most recently starred on the History Channel’s “Six” (2016-18). The ambitious drama followed Navy SEAL Team Six, whose mission to eliminate a Taliban leader in Afghanistan goes awry when they uncover a U.S. citizen working as a jihadist fighter with the terrorists. Brianne was a scene-stealer as “Lena,” a teacher and wife of lead SEAL Team Six commander “Joe Graves” (Barry Sloane). Additional TV credits include: Netflix/FOX’s “Lucifer,” Hulu’s “Casual,” FOX’s “Rosewood,” HBO’s “True Blood,” and CBS’ “The Mentalist.”

Brianne’s first break in the business came with a small speaking role in the film “Remember the Titans” opposite Denzel Washington, Hayden Panettiere, Ryan Gosling and Kate Bosworth. From there, Brianne went on to booking a role on the hit television show, “Dawson’s Creek” (CW) and once graduating from high school, she made the decision to move to Los Angeles to pursue her acting career. Brianne’s first lead role in film came in 2005 with the blockbuster hit “Jarhead” where she starred opposite Jake Gyllenhaal. She also starred in the horror film “Prom Night,” alongside Brittany Snow, Kellan Lutz and Idris Elba.

Thriving behind the camera, as much as in front, under her production company Give & Take Productions Brianne has produced three films, while also directing “The Night Visitor 2: Heather’s Story,” and “Psychophonia.”

With over 13 years of recovery as a sex and love addict, Brianne is the host of the popular mental health podcast “Secret Life.” The podcast launched in August 2020 and features inspiring true confessions from an eclectic group of guests, unpacking a plethora of taboo topics. Brianne’s latest venture in the “Secret Life” brand is her debut novel, “Secret Life of a Hollywood Sex & Love Addict” which released on February 12, 2021 and instantly hit the best-sellers list on Amazon.

On the charity front, Brianne’s undeniable passion is supporting our troops. She can often be found traveling the world on various USO tours and so far, has visited 15 bases. While on tour, she has stayed in such places as Iraq and Afghanistan. Stateside, Brianne champions on behalf of veteran programs, especially in getting the necessary post-traumatic stress relief that many soldiers desperately need.

Brianne currently resides in the Los Angeles area with her husband Mark Gantt and son, Davis.

Brianne Davis - Relationship Healing Expert. Couples Coaching Couples with Mark Gantt.

Certifications:

ICA Certified Coach
Certified Trauma-Informed
Certified Dialectical Behavior Therapy

Mark Gantt

Mark Gantt is a multifaceted talent in the entertainment industry, known for his work as an actor, director, producer, and writer. With over 35 years of recovery from alcohol, drugs, smoking, gambling, debt, and codependency, he is a dedicated advocate for mental health awareness.

Mark coaches individuals struggling with addiction and relationships alongside his wife, Brianne Davis, with whom he co-produces the Secret Life Podcast, aiming to destigmatize mental health issues.

As a director, Mark has worked on projects like "Murder In Mexico: The Bruce Beresford-Redman Story" and various branded series for platforms like AOL, Lifetime, and the Better Sleep Council. He has also written projects for Lifetime, including "Her Deadly Boyfriend" and "Deadly Infidelity." Mark's latest film, "Soul Mates," is now in theaters and available on demand.

His on-screen credits include appearances in popular television shows and films such as "Criminal Minds," "American Horror Story: Hotel," and "Ocean's Eleven." Mark gained recognition for his role as Neal Bannen in the Streamy Award-winning web series "The Bannen Way," which later became a feature film.

Mark's storytelling prowess extends to co-writing the Audible Original series "A Devil in the Valley" and producing projects like "Psychophonia" and two horror/sci-fi films, "The Night Visitor" and "The Night Visitor 2: Heather's Story," with Brianne Davis.

In his coaching practice, he specializes in concierge recovery, addiction, trauma, and relationships. His unique background allows him to work discreetly with young adults and high-net-worth professionals, assisting them in navigating challenges and creating meaningful change. Whether you're struggling with addiction, trapped in a toxic relationship, or haunted by past traumas, Mark is here to help you turn your story into one of resilience, hope, and inspiration.

Writing/Directing website: https://markgantt.com