Premarital Counseling
Assisting engaged couples build a strong foundation for marriage by addressing key relationship topics, communication skills, expectations, and potential challenges before "I do."
What is Premarital Counseling?
Faith-based premarital counseling is a structured program designed to help couples build a strong foundation for marriage by addressing key relationship areas through the lens of their spiritual beliefs. It typically includes discussions on expectations, helping partners align their values, roles, and goals for the future. Communication is emphasized to enhance active listening, emotional expression, and healthy dialogue. Sex and intimacy are explored within the framework of faith, focusing on emotional and physical connection, as well as shared beliefs about sexuality. Conflict resolution skills are developed to promote understanding, forgiveness, and problem-solving strategies rooted in mutual respect and spiritual principles.
Why take Premarital Counseling?
Premarital counseling equips couples with essential skills for a strong, lasting marriage by enhancing communication, clarifying expectations, and strengthening conflict resolution. It fosters deeper emotional and physical intimacy, aligns values and beliefs, and prepares couples for financial and family dynamics. By addressing potential challenges early, couples build a solid foundation, reducing the risk of divorce and increasing relationship satisfaction.
What Can we Expect?
Premarital counseling with an online assessment (PREPARE/ENRICH or SYMBIS (Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts) to evaluate key relationship areas. Couples will then be guided through personalized sessions, strengthening their bond through targeted exercises. By exploring personality differences, family dynamics, and expectations, couples gain practical tools for a healthy, lasting marriage.