The effect of couples therapy on couples' conflicts

Comparison of the Effectiveness of Gestalt Couples Therapy and Emotion-Focused Couples Therapy on Marital Satisfaction, Marital Compatibility, and Emotional Intimacy of Conflicting Couples

Status

Recruiting

Phases

Unknown

Study type

Interventional

Source

IRCT

Registry ID

IRCT20260430069218N1

Enrollment

Registered

2026-05-04

Start date

2026-03-30

Completion date

Unknown

Last updated

2026-06-01

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Conditions

Couple conflicts.

Interventions

Intervention 1: Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT):This approach is based on the concepts of attachment and deeply affecting emotions. It aims to analyze and process negative feelings, fears, and emotional

Eligibility

Sex/Gender

All

Age

25 Years to No maximum

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: Marriage and visiting counseling centers

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria:

Design outcomes

Primary

Measure	Time frame
Determining the differential effect of Gestalt and emotion-focused couple therapy on marital satisfaction:This study will compare and determine the effect of each therapeutic approach on increasing marital satisfaction, and determine which approach is more effective in improving this variable.Evaluating the effect of interventions on marital adjustment:This study will examine the differences in improving couples' adjustment and harmony in the study groups, and determine which treatment has the greatest effect on promoting this component.Evaluating the effect of treatments on emotional intimacy:Another goal is to measure the effect of each therapeutic approach on increasing the level of emotional intimacy in conflicted couples, the results of which can be an effective guide for psychologists and family counselors. Timepoint: monthly. Method of measurement: 1. Measurement tools: Questionnaire: A specialized questionnaire designed to measure marital satisfaction, marital adjustment, and emotional intimacy. Structured interviews: In-depth conversations with couples to collect data and better understand problems. 2. Methods: Quantitative analysis: Using numerical scores and weights to examine changes and effects of treatments. Qualitative analysis: Examining interview responses to discover patterns and emotional themes. 3. Time period: Assessment at different stages (before, during, and after treatment) to examine long-term effects.	—

Measure

Time frame

Determining the differential effect of Gestalt and emotion-focused couple therapy on marital satisfaction:This study will compare and determine the effect of each therapeutic approach on increasing marital satisfaction, and determine which approach is more effective in improving this variable.Evaluating the effect of interventions on marital adjustment:This study will examine the differences in improving couples' adjustment and harmony in the study groups, and determine which treatment has the greatest effect on promoting this component.Evaluating the effect of treatments on emotional intimacy:Another goal is to measure the effect of each therapeutic approach on increasing the level of emotional intimacy in conflicted couples, the results of which can be an effective guide for psychologists and family counselors. Timepoint: monthly. Method of measurement: 1. Measurement tools: Questionnaire: A specialized questionnaire designed to measure marital satisfaction, marital adjustment, and emotional intimacy. Structured interviews: In-depth conversations with couples to collect data and better understand problems. 2. Methods: Quantitative analysis: Using numerical scores and weights to examine changes and effects of treatments. Qualitative analysis: Examining interview responses to discover patterns and emotional themes. 3. Time period: Assessment at different stages (before, during, and after treatment) to examine long-term effects.

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Countries

Iran (Islamic Republic of)

Contacts

Public Contactmojdeh akbari

personal

mojdeh.akbari@iau.ac.ir+98 936 262 5748

Outcome results

None listed

Source: IRCT (via WHO ICTRP) · Data processed: Jun 11, 2026