Prepare for a Thriving Marriage

At Integrative Couples Therapy, we understand that the journey to marriage is exciting but can also bring about a range of emotions, concerns, and questions. Premarital couples therapy provides a safe and supportive space for engaged or seriously dating couples to explore their relationship, strengthen their bond, and prepare for a successful and fulfilling marriage. Whether you’re navigating the complexities of merging lives or want to ensure a strong foundation, our experienced therapists are here to guide you.

Why Premarital couples Therapy?

Marriage is one of life’s biggest commitments, and entering into it with open communication, shared values, and healthy conflict resolution skills is key to long-term success. Premarital therapy helps couples to:

• Improve communication skills

• Understand each other’s expectations and values

• Address potential areas of conflict before they become issues

• Build emotional and relational resilience

• Develop a plan for handling significant life decisions

• Explore how family backgrounds and past experiences influence your relationship

Premarital therapy isn’t just about preventing problems—it's about building a deep connection, learning to handle life’s challenges together, and laying the groundwork for a relationship that can thrive for years to come.

What to Expect

Our therapists, trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT) and the Gottman Method, take a holistic approach to premarital counseling. Sessions are tailored to meet the unique needs of each couple, offering a blend of practical tools, emotional exploration, and thoughtful conversations that address:

• Communication and Conflict Resolution: Learn to communicate effectively, express needs and emotions, and resolve disagreements in a healthy, constructive way.

• Roles and Expectations: Explore each partner’s expectations around household responsibilities, career goals, and relationship roles.

• Sexual Intimacy: Strengthen emotional and sexual intimacy by discussing desires, expectations, and any concerns related to your physical relationship.

• Family Dynamics: Understand how family of origin and cultural influences shape your relationship and create strategies for healthy boundaries and family involvement.

• Future Planning: Prepare for important life decisions such as having children, career growth, and personal development.

When Should You Start Premarital Couples Therapy?

Premarital couples therapy can begin at any point in your relationship, but many couples find it especially helpful to start early in their engagement. The earlier you begin working on your relationship, the better equipped you’ll be to handle both the excitement and challenges of marriage. Our therapists can work with you over a series of sessions or offer an intensive therapy option if you prefer a deeper dive in a shorter time frame.

Our Approach

At Integrative Couples Therapy, our therapists are trained in an evidence based therapy model to help couples foster emotional connection and prevent relationship breakdown. We focus on Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT): This approach helps couples identify and understand their emotional needs, reduce negative cycles of interaction, and build a secure attachment that can withstand future stress.

Services We Offer

Our premarital therapy services include:

• Couples Therapy: Work with a licensed therapist to explore key areas of your relationship in weekly sessions.

• Workshops: Join other couples in a workshop designed to provide practical tools and deeper understanding of the core elements that make relationships thrive.

• Intensives: For couples who want a more in-depth experience, our intensives provide a focused environment to work through important topics over the course of a day or weekend.

Why Choose Us?

What sets Integrative Couples Therapy apart is our commitment to relationships. Our therapists are licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (MFTs) who are specially trained in EFCT and the Gottman Method, both of which are highly regarded in couples therapy. We offer:

• Specialization in Couples: Our entire practice is dedicated to helping couples, whether they are dating, engaged, or married.

• Expertise and Training: Our therapists have specialized training in the most effective couples therapy methods.

• Flexible Options: We offer office and virtual appointments during the day and evening, making it easier to fit therapy into your schedule.

• Affordability: We believe that therapy should be accessible, which is why we offer affordable premarital counseling options with our associate couples therapists for those who need it.

Get Started Today

Entering into marriage with intention and care is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourselves as a couple. At Integrative Couples Therapy, we’re here to support you every step of the way. Whether you’re just starting to think about marriage or are ready to walk down the aisle, premarital therapy can help you build a relationship that lasts.

Contact us today to schedule a consultation or learn more about our premarital therapy services.