Premarital Counseling

Dating?

Engaged?

Soon to be Married?

Getting Married for the second time?

Premarital counseling therapy helps couples strengthen their existing relationship and work out existing differences between the two of you.

As a trained marriage counseling therapist, I work with many married couples who find themselves dissatisfied and disconnected from their spouses.over Many of these waited until it is much more difficult to solve problems. Usually problems start out small and grow over time. Premarital couples therapy can address smaller problems with more effective results.

In premarital counseling, we build upon your strengths as a couple, identify any potential bumps and learn more effective ways of coping with problems I guide you through very simple, yet effective exercises to address potential problem areas that might arise so that they don’t become major issues down the road.

WHY PREMARITAL COUNSELING? IS THERE SOMETHING WRONG WITH US?

You may ask yourself, “Do we need premarital counseling? Do you believe that premarital counseling is only for struggling couples with major issues?

Studies have shown that couples who participate in a premarital counseling program can reduce their risk of divorce to about 30% which can have a significant positive impact on your marriage.. The current divorce rate is about 50%. Premarital counseling gives your relationship a good head start, builds communication and conflict resolution skills and helps you develop better habits going forward. It is a wise investment in future success.

HOW PREMARITAL COUNSELING WORKS

1. ASSESSMENT SESSION

Each partner uses an online premarital assessment (GOTTMAN ASSESSMENT, PREPARE-ENRICH, FOCCUS or RELATE) independently. These assessments provide a platform to discuss many different topics such as money, family of origin and in-law issues, personality differences, communication styles, conflict resolution skills and expectations for having a family and raising children. Special interest areas are identified suggesting further discussion.

2. SKILL BUILDING SESSIONS

We will meet for approximately four to six sessions to review your responses to your online premarital assessment. We discuss any additional issues or concerns you may have. You will learn how to handle potential problematic situations that may arise in the future.

You can prevent small issues and possible pitfalls from becoming major obstacles.
If you are concerned about any problems bubbling under the surface or are worried about the uncertainty of maintaining a successful long term future relationship, I urge you to make a small investment of time, energy and money now. The benefits of a smooth transition into your new life ahead are worth it!