Premarital Counseling

Premarital counseling gives couples practical tools to prepare for a lasting, healthy marriage. This 8-week program explores communication, conflict, money, and long-term alignment. It’s not just planning for your wedding—it’s preparing for your future together.

What is premarital counseling?

Did you know?

Premarital counseling isn't just for struggling couples - it is for anyone who wants to invest in a strong, fulfilling marriage.

This 8-week structured program gives you the tools to navigate married life successfully, whether you're newly engaged or have been together for years.

You both will gain:

Stronger communication & conflict resolution skills
A deeper emotional connection & understanding of each other's needs
Alignment on key topics like finances, family planning, and life goals. Practical strategies for maintaining a happy, lasting relationship

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Why You May Benefit From Counseling

Marriage is a big commitment, and while love is essential, strong relationships need communication, trust, and shared vision. Premarital counseling helps couples build a solid foundation by strengthening communication, understanding future goals, and learning how to handle challenges before they arise.

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Our 8-Week Premarital Counseling Program

Explore how each week is thoughtfully structured to help you grow closer, strengthen communication, and build a foundation for your future.

Week 1: Intake & Love Story

Learning our beginnings gives us insight into potential future issues. No lifelong relationship is free of conflict—and that's okay. Counseling helps you prepare and remain receptive to inevitable challenges.

Week 2: Individual Sessions

Many of our relationship behaviors stem from childhood experiences. How did your parents show affection? How did they handle conflict? Most of us replicate what we've seen.

Week 3: Gottman Assessment Review & Relationship Roadmap

The Gottman Relationship Checklist provides a clinical assessment of your strengths and areas of growth. This data-driven approach helps tailor counseling sessions to your unique relationship dynamics.

Week 4: Conflict & The Science of Connection

One common mistake couples make is agreeing just to end an argument or over-apologizing to avoid conflict. However, an apology should reflect personal growth—not just be a reaction to a partner's emotions. Premarital counseling teaches assertive, honest communication so apologies are meaningful and lasting.

Week 5: State of the Union & Relationship Maintenance

A healthy relationship requires ongoing effort. The State of the Union Check-In provides a structured way to ensure both partners feel heard, validated, and aligned.

Week 6: Future Planning – Money, Careers & Family

A lasting marriage isn't about agreeing on everything—it's about compromising effectively. Counseling helps identify core needs behind disagreements so both partners feel valued.

Week 7: Building Shared Meaning & Cultural Integration

Traditions reflect deeper needs—whether religious, familial, or cultural. Counseling helps couples articulate why these traditions matter and integrate them meaningfully into their future together.

Week 8: Closing Session & Long-Term Relationship Growth

One of the hardest skills in a relationship is holding space for a partner's feelings without getting defensive. Counseling reinforces listening, slowing down conversations, and ensuring each partner feels heard before moving forward.