Pre-Marital Counseling
Before flowers, venues, and attire, pre-marital counseling is a crucial investment in building a healthy, lasting foundation for your marriage. For pre-marital counseling, I use the Prepare/Enrich curriculum to guide you and your partner through essential areas like communication, conflict resolution, and shared values. This process helps you anticipate potential challenges and strengthen your relationship before saying “I do.”
In our sessions, you can expect a supportive environment where both partners are encouraged to openly explore their relationship dynamics. Through open dialogue and practical tools, you’ll gain deeper insight into each other’s strengths, areas for growth, and shared goals. By the end of counseling, you’ll feel confident in your partnership, equipped to face life’s challenges with clarity and peace.
What is Prepare/Enrich?
Prepare/Enrich is a scientifically backed, evidence-based program designed to strengthen relationships by enhancing communication, resolving conflicts, and building trust between couples. Whether you're engaged, newly married, or just wanting to grow closer, Prepare/Enrich provides a customized experience tailored to the unique dynamics of your relationship. This model is built on decades of research and is used by therapists worldwide to help couples navigate their strengths and challenges.
What Should I Expect in the Process?
The Prepare/Enrich process is simple yet impactful, consisting of the following steps:
Initial Consultation: We start with an introductory meeting where I explain the process and address any questions or concerns you may have.
Online Assessment: Both partners complete a confidential, online questionnaire that assesses key areas such as communication styles, financial management, conflict resolution, sexual expectations, and more.
Results Review: After the assessment, we will meet during your Initial Assessment Session to review your personalized results. The assessment provides insight into your relationship's strengths and areas for growth.
Customized Sessions: Based on your assessment, we engage in several guided sessions that focus on building your relationship skills. These include exercises to improve communication, resolve conflicts, manage finances, and plan for the future.
Follow-Up Plan: After completing the program, you’ll receive actionable steps to continue strengthening your relationship and a clear understanding of the areas to keep nurturing over time.
What is the Goal of Prepare/Enrich?
The goal of Prepare/Enrich is to empower you with the tools to build a lasting and fulfilling relationship. By fostering better communication, resolving conflict, and creating shared goals, Prepare/Enrich helps you gain deeper insights into your partner and strengthen the foundation of your relationship. The ultimate aim is to ensure that you're equipped to face challenges with confidence and continue growing together in the years to come.
Why Should I Choose Prepare/Enrich for My Premarital Counseling?
Prepare/Enrich stands out as a proven, structured approach to relationship-building, offering benefits such as:
Personalized Experience: The assessment tailors the process to your unique relationship, focusing on what matters most to you as a couple.
Increased Awareness: You'll gain insight into your relationship dynamics, allowing you to celebrate your strengths while identifying areas for improvement.
Effective Tools: Practical exercises help you apply what you've learned, enhancing your communication and decision-making skills.
Proven Results: Backed by research and trusted by professionals, Prepare/Enrich has helped millions of couples improve their relationships.
Benefits & Advantages
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Feel More Prepared for Marriage
Counseling helps couples feel more prepared for the realities of marriage. From finances to intimacy to family planning, discussing these topics early on allows you to align your expectations and strengthen your bond before the big day. Couples who participate in premarital counseling often experience more fulfilling, resilient relationships.
Improved Communication and Connection
One of the most powerful benefits of premarital counseling is the improvement in communication. Couples often leave counseling feeling better equipped to express their needs and handle disagreements in a healthy, constructive way—laying the foundation for a relationship built on mutual understanding. Foster a more profound emotional connection by understanding each other’s needs and expectations.
Healthier Conflict Resolutions
Learn effective ways to address conflicts and navigate challenging situations. Engaging in premarital counseling has been shown to reduce the chance of divorce by 31%. Counseling gives you the tools to navigate challenges together, helping you create a stronger, more resilient partnership right from the start
Greater Long Term Relationship Satisfaction
Couples who invest in premarital counseling often feel more satisfied in their relationship. Studies show that those who go through counseling are about 30% more likely to experience a fulfilling and lasting marriage. The process helps you build a deeper connection before you officially begin your journey together.
The average duration for premarital counseling sessions is typically 6-8, allowing couples to fully engage with the content. This timeframe ensures thorough exploration of the program and provides space for reflection and completion of assignments between sessions.
Initial Assessment Session
$160
This package includes the PREPARE/ENRICH online assessment, a couples workbook, and the initial session to gather your information and goals for premarital counseling. During this 60-minute intake session, we will review these assessment results, discuss your relationship, and establish goals for future sessions.
Prepare/Enrich Package
$800
This package includes the Initial Assessment Session and 6 additional follow-up sessions tailored to your relationship needs.
(over $200 savings)
Additional Sessions
$150
This option is available as an addition to the Initial Assessment Session or as add-on sessions for the Prepare/Enrich package. Enhance your assessment experience by learning to integrate valuable tools and skills into your relationship.
Still Have Questions?
If you have any questions, please feel free to get in touch by emailing Shari@withpeaceandpurpose.com
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