The Art &
Science of Love
Gottman Method
Couples Retreat

Renew Your Connection

The Campus on Lake Austin
March 29 – 30, 2025

$2,275 per couple

($1,775 per couple without lodging)

Powerful, Proven
Relationship Education

Dedicated Time to Focus
on Each Other

Cultivated Dining Options
with a Fresh Focus

Lodging Designed to
Foster Connection

Life Is Busy
Set Aside Time to Enhance Your Relationship

Meet Your Facilitator

Dr. Vagdevi Meunier, Psy.D. | Gottman Master Trainer

Dr. Vagdevi Meunier (“Dr. V”) is a licensed clinical psychologist & Certified Master Gottman Therapist with over 40 years of experience in counseling, education & clinical consultation. For over 20 years, Dr. V has educated students at both The University of Texas in Austin & previously taught as a professor at St. Edwards University. Dr. Meunier specializes in relationship therapy, specifically with couples & families. She has an extensive history & passion for multicultural psychology, especially eastern influences on psychological practice & cross-cultural relationship research. As a Certified Gottman Therapist & Professional Trainer for The Gottman Institute since 2006, Dr. Vagdevi Meunier leads “The Art and Science of Love” couples workshops locally in Austin, throughout the United States, as well as, Internationally. Dr. V has presented professionally in the US, Canada & India & incorporates mindfulness, neurobiology & positive psychology into her psychoeducational lectures. Dr. V published a chapter on Positive Couple Relationships from evidence based research around the world and has written several articles on the Gottman method of couples therapy.

Frequently Asked
Questions

  • A weekend filled with engaging presentations and experiential activities, led by Dr. Vagdevi Meunier and colleagues
  • The Art and Science of Love Couples Toolkit
  • Locally-sourced gourmet meals on Saturday & Sunday
  • On-site parking with in/out privileges
  • On-site lodging for one night: Saturday (Additional nights optional)
  • Commuter Packages without lodging are available as well

What is NOT included:

  • Airfare and transportation to and from retreat location
  • Saturday: Breakfast & Lunch (Dinner for an additional fee)
  • Sunday: Breakfast & Lunch
  • Saturday: 9am-6pm
  • Sunday: 9am-6pm

The Holdsworth Center @ The Campus on Lake Austin
4907 Ranch Rd 2222
Austin, TX 78731

No. A commuter package without lodging is available as well.

Yes! Part of the experience is having the opportunity to relax together and explore the grounds. Each day, we have scheduled breaks in the morning and afternoon as well as a long lunch break.

CEUs are available for qualified mental health professionals who attend  for the entire event with their partners and complete a survey and test of knowledge at the end. CEU certificates cost an additional $40.

This event is also Microsoft EAP pre-approved.

Email events@thecenter4relationships.com for coupon codes, CEU credit info and/or EAP reimbursement.  Proof of identity will be required.

Yes! Check out this page where we share more specific details about the powerful relationship education we share at the retreat. Or you can attend a live info session with Gottman Master Trainer Dr. Vagdevi Meunier.

We offer 10% off for veterans, first responders, & mental health professionals. (One discount per registration.)*

* Cannot be combined with other discounts.

Still have questions?

Attend a live Zoom info session with retreat leader Dr. Vagdevi Meunier.