The Gottman Institute is a research-based organization founded by Dr. John Gottman and Dr. Julie Schwartz Gottman. It focuses on studying relationships, particularly romantic partnerships, to understand what makes them successful or leads to their failure. The institute offers workshops, training, and resources for couples and professionals to improve relationship skills. The institute is well-known for its Gottman Method, a therapeutic approach that emphasizes building friendship, managing conflict, and creating shared meaning in relationships. Through extensive research, the Gottmans have identified key factors that contribute to relationship satisfaction, making their work influential in the fields of psychology and relationship counseling.