Kristen (24) and Patrick (25) are presenting for therapy for the first time. During the initial phone consultation with Patrick, he states that the couple were married approximately 6 months ago and have been together for a total of 3 years. During the initial session with the couple, you learn the following: Kristen reports that she had no significant relationships prior to dating Patrick, and that the two met online through a dating app. Patrick reported being in a serious relationship with his high school girlfriend prior to meeting Kristen. Patrick reported being single for approximately 4 months between the two relationships. The couple report positive relationships with each of their extended families. Kristen described growing up in a very close family, and reported they are "argumentative" with one another when there is an issue. Patrick also described his family as close, but reported little to no conflict growing up. Patrick reports arguments have increased between the couple since becoming married. Patrick states in reference to and reported they are "argumentative" with one another when there is an issue. Patrick also described his family as close, but reported little to no conflict growing up. Patrick reports arguments have increased between the couple since becoming married. Patrick states in reference to Kristen "I don't really understand why she's all of a sudden so nit-picky about things." Kristen reports feeling that Patrick has become "lazy" in their relationship since the wedding. "It's like the second we got back from our honeymoon he didn't feel like he had to try anymore" she states. The couple reports their recent conflict is "a brand new" dynamic that they have "no idea how to handle." The couple reported having minimal disagreements or conflicts prior to becoming married. The following presenting concerns were raised: The couple is struggling to communicate effectively, and report escalation during their conflict with Kristen "pushing buttons" and Patrick "shutting down." The couple is starting to spend more time separately, and report a decrease in overall had to try anymore" she states. The couple reports their recent conflict is "a brand new" dynamic that they have "no idea how to handle." The couple reported having minimal disagreements or conflicts prior to becoming married. The following presenting concerns were raised: The couple is struggling to communicate effectively, and report escalation during their conflict with Kristen "pushing buttons" and Patrick "shutting down." The couple is starting to spend more time separately, and report a decrease in overall affection between them. The couple report not engaging sexually for approximately 3 months. Kristen reports feeling she is "the only one doing anything" and is "tired of begging Patrick to care." Patrick reports feeling like "everything I do is wrong" and is "tired of Kristen complaining about everything." Utilizing a Gottman Method Couples Therapy approach, answer the following questions based on the information provided, as well as your hypotheses regarding the couple. The purpose of this case analysis is to demonstrate your understanding of Gottman Method and apply it to the presenting concerns and family dynamic present for the couple. Please note each question asks you to explain your responses, therefore be sure to support your answer not just define the elements present. It is not enough to state your answer, you need to elaborate and back up your responses; how do you know your response is accurate? Your analysis should be at least 600 words. Write your responses in paragraph form and utilize complete sentences. You may use first person to answer the prompts. 1. Based on Gottman's theory of The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse, which of the negative communication patterns would you suspect are present and why? (4 points) 2. Considering Gottman's Sound Relationship House, choose two components that you feel would be helpful for the couple based on their presenting concerns, define them, and discuss why these would be important to discuss with the couple. (6 points)