Premarital counseling that prepares you for the long road of marriage.
A calm, guided process using PREPARE/ENRICH to strengthen communication, deepen friendship, clarify expectations, and build resilient patterns—before you say “I do.”
Our approach
A guided, proven process—built for clarity, connection, and confidence.
We use PREPARE/ENRICH as a structured starting point, then translate insights into practical conversations, tools, and next steps that fit your unique story.
PREPARE/ENRICH helps identify strengths and growth areas across key domains—so you’re not guessing where to focus.
Sessions are paced, calm, and grounded in curiosity—so you can talk about meaningful topics without spiraling into shame.
We emphasize repair, emotional maturity, and shared rhythms—what actually builds resilience over years, not weeks.
What you’ll walk through
The conversations most couples need—but rarely make time for.
This is not a pass/fail exam. It’s a guided set of conversations designed to build understanding, shared language, and practical tools.
- Communication styles: listening, clarity, and emotional tone
- Conflict patterns: escalation, shutdown, and repair
- Expectations: roles, responsibilities, and decision-making
- Friendship: connection practices that protect intimacy
- Family of origin influences and “learned marriage scripts”
- Values and vision: what you’re building together
- Finances, stress, and life rhythms
- Faith integration: beliefs, practices, and alignment
When recovery is part of your story
Premarital counseling with addiction and betrayal recovery awareness.
Some couples are preparing for marriage while also navigating a recovery story—past pornography use, disclosure work, betrayal trauma, or ongoing sobriety practices. We can integrate that reality with clarity and care.
What this means in practice: we do not “merge everything” into premarital counseling. Instead, we help you discern what belongs in premarital prep versus what needs a dedicated recovery track—so your relationship has stability, pacing, and clear next steps.
We prioritize emotional safety, pacing, and a shared language around triggers, conflict, and reassurance.
We distinguish premarital prep from recovery work (disclosure, trauma care, sobriety planning) so neither gets diluted.
When needed, we recommend targeted supports (recovery groups, coaching, trauma-informed counseling) alongside premarital sessions.
How it works
A clear process, with structured guidance at each step.
We keep the journey simple and paced. You’ll know what’s next, what you’re working on, and how to practice between sessions.
Consultation + fit
We clarify your goals, timeline, and any significant dynamics (stress, family systems, recovery context) so the plan fits your season.
PREPARE/ENRICH assessment
You each complete the assessment. We then review your report and identify key strength areas and growth domains.
Guided sessions (5–7)
We work through core topics with tools, exercises, and conversation prompts—building shared language and actionable practices.
Personalized plan
You leave with a practical “marriage practices” plan (communication, conflict repair, connection rhythms, and next-step supports).
FAQ
Common questions
If you’re carrying a recovery story, you are not alone. We aim for clarity without shame, and guidance without overwhelm.
How early should we start premarital counseling?
Ideally 4–8 months before the wedding. If your timeline is shorter, we can compress sessions, but we prefer space for practice and integration.
We have a history of pornography use or betrayal—can we still do premarital?
Yes. We will help you discern what belongs in premarital counseling and what needs a dedicated recovery track (sobriety planning, trauma care, disclosure work). The goal is stability, safety, and a clear plan—not forcing everything into the same container.
Is this faith-based?
We can integrate faith naturally: shared values, spiritual rhythms, and how faith shapes conflict, forgiveness, and formation. We keep the space respectful and grounded.
Do you offer virtual sessions?
Yes, if applicable to your practice. Many couples find virtual sessions highly effective when the process is structured and paced.
Prepare for more than a wedding day.
A strong marriage is built intentionally—one conversation at a time. If you’re engaged and want a calm, guided, recovery-informed process when needed, we would be honored to walk with you.