Premarital Therapy: Build a Secure, Lasting Foundation for Your Marriage

in Georgia, Florida, Idaho, South Carolina & Vermont

Love is the Easy Part. Building a Secure Relationship is the Work.

You and your partner are excited to start your life together. You love each other deeply, but you also don’t want to bring old wounds, attachment patterns, or family dynamics into your marriage.

Maybe you’ve seen unhealthy relationship cycles play out in your family, and you’re determined to do things differently. Maybe you’ve both worked hard on yourselves, but you recognize that love alone isn’t enough to guarantee a secure, fulfilling partnership.

That’s where premarital counseling comes in.

This isn’t just about checking a box before the wedding—it’s about building the skills, trust, and emotional foundation that will sustain your marriage for the long run.

Why Premarital Therapy?

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Why Premarital Therapy? *

Most couples spend months planning their wedding but never invest in preparing for their marriage. The truth is, love doesn’t erase:

Attachment wounds from past relationships or childhood.
Conflicts in communication styles and emotional needs.
Unspoken expectations about money, family, and intimacy.
Fears around trust, independence, or commitment.

You don’t have to wait until there’s a problem to strengthen your relationship. Premarital counseling gives you the tools to navigate challenges before they arise—so you both feel secure, connected, and aligned from the very start.

What We’ll Cover in Premarital Counseling

Pricing & Package Options

$385 per session OR $2200 for the full 6-session package
Includes personalized guidance, structured exercises, and take-home tools to help you grow together.

Many couples invest in the perfect wedding day—but this is about investing in a thriving marriage.

Book your first session →

FAQs: Premarital Therapy

  • Yes! Premarital therapy isn’t just for couples with problems—it’s for couples who want to build a strong foundation and prevent future issues. Even the healthiest relationships have blind spots. Therapy gives you tools to navigate future challenges with confidence, deepen your connection, and make sure you're fully aligned before marriage.

  • Many church-based programs or online courses provide general guidance on marriage, but they don’t offer personalized, deep work on attachment styles, conflict resolution, or breaking generational cycles.

    In our sessions, we’ll tailor everything to your relationship—your unique communication styles, family dynamics, and any areas where you feel stuck. This isn’t one-size-fits-all advice—it’s designed for your relationship.

  • Yes. Many high-achievers avoid conflict rather than resolve it, which can lead to built-up resentment, emotional distance, or passive patterns over time. Premarital therapy helps you:
    ✔ Learn healthy ways to navigate disagreements so they don’t escalate
    ✔ Understand how each of you processes stress and emotions differently
    ✔ Build emotional safety, so you both feel heard and valued

    Even if you don’t argue much now, marriage brings big life transitions—and this is about preparing for those shifts before they happen.

  • Absolutely. Attachment patterns don’t disappear just because you love each other—they show up in:
    ✔ How you both handle stress and emotional needs
    ✔ How much closeness or space you each prefer
    ✔ How you approach big decisions like finances, parenting, and career moves

    Our work together will help you recognize your patterns, communicate needs more effectively, and create a secure bond—no matter your attachment style.

  • That’s actually a good thing. Many couples push things under the rug until they become major problems later. Therapy gives you a safe space to:
    ✔ Address concerns before they become bigger issues
    ✔ Learn to navigate difficult conversations without shutting down
    ✔ Strengthen your emotional connection so marriage feels even more secure

    Think of it this way: You wouldn’t skip maintenance on a car just because it’s running fine. Premarital therapy helps keep your relationship strong for the long haul.

  • Not quite. Traditional couples therapy often focuses on resolving current conflicts, while premarital therapy is proactive—it’s about preventing issues before they start.

    That being said, if there are areas you already struggle with, we’ll address them head-on and make sure you have the tools to navigate them effectively in marriage.

  • This is really common! One person may be more naturally reflective or have a stronger desire to work on personal growth. That doesn’t mean therapy won’t be helpful—it actually means you’ll learn how to bridge differences in emotional processing and meet each other where you are.

    The goal isn’t to force one person to change—it’s to help you both feel more seen, understood, and connected.

  • I offer a 6-session package because it provides the best structure to:
    1️⃣ Identify your strengths and growth areas as a couple
    2️⃣ Address attachment patterns, communication styles, and family dynamics
    3️⃣ Build tools for conflict resolution, emotional safety, and long-term security

    However, some couples choose to continue beyond the six sessions for deeper work.

  • The best time to start is before stress from wedding planning escalates or before major life transitions begin.

    Many couples begin 6-12 months before their wedding, but if your date is sooner, we can adjust sessions to fit your timeline.

  • I do not accept insurance, as therapy is a long-term investment in your relationship—not just a short-term fix. Many couples use HSA/FSA accounts to cover the cost.

    Think of it this way: You’re investing in the success of your marriage, not just the wedding day.

  • Simple! Schedule your first session here →

    I’d love to help you build a relationship that feels strong, connected, and truly secure-now and for years to come.

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