Ellyn Bader

Dr. Ellyn Bader is a global pioneer and thought leader in relationship therapy. She revolutionized the field by demonstrating that treating partners together is far more effective than individual therapy—shaping the foundation of modern couples therapy. Alongside her husband, Dr. Peter Pearson, Ellyn co-founded The Couples Institute in 1984 and co-created "The Developmental Model." This revolutionary therapeutic framework addresses the complex dynamics of two people growing and staying connected in a relationship. Today, the model is utilized in over 75 countries and is taught in graduate programs using her award-winning textbook, In Quest of the Mythical Mate. An accomplished author of books like Tell Me No Lies, Ellyn is a trusted media resource who has appeared on The Wall Street Journal, The Today Show, Good Morning America, and O Magazine. Dr. Bader continues to provide world-class training to thousands of clinicians globally. Based in California, she remains dedicated to developing breakthrough techniques for long-lasting relationship change and frequently travels to Kenya to establish counseling programs for traumatized families in refugee communities.

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