Pre-Marital Counseling Program
Helping Couples Build a Foundation for a Lifelong Covenant
Program Overview
Marriage is a sacred and lifelong covenant. At its best, it reflects unity, mutual growth, and love that honors God and each other. Our Pre-Marital Counseling Program is designed to help couples prepare emotionally, mentally, and spiritually for marriage. This program combines evidence-based assessments (such as SYMBIS and Prepare/Enrich) with biblically rooted principles to guide couples through honest conversations, skill-building exercises, and spiritual alignment.
We offer this counseling as a proactive investment to help couples not only prepare for the wedding day but to establish tools for a strong, resilient marriage.
Why Pre-Marital Counseling Is Important
- Builds strong communication habits before conflict arises
- Uncovers hidden expectations about roles, money, family, and intimacy
- Increases emotional and spiritual intimacy
- Equips couples with tools for conflict resolution
Faith-Based Counseling Perspective
We integrate biblical wisdom and prayer into every session for couples seeking a Christian approach. Scriptures and spiritual principles are used to:
- Affirm marriage as a covenant before God/li>
- Emphasize love, submission, and mutual respect
- Encourage spiritual intimacy and discipleship
- Provide biblical conflict resolution and grace-based accountability/li>
Core Areas Covered
Communication & Conflict Resolution
- Understanding personal communication styles
- Learning active listening and speaking in love
- Navigating disagreements with grace and strategy
- Managing anger, stress, and emotional triggers
Finances & Money Management
- Merging financial goals and spending habits
- Budgeting as a team
- Addressing debt, savings, and giving
- Creating financial transparency and accountability
Roles, Expectations & Decision-Making
- Unpacking family of origin beliefs about marriage
- Defining roles within the relationship
- Understanding expectations around chores, careers, and life transitions
- Establishing a decision-making process
Sexual Intimacy & Affection
- Navigating physical intimacy with grace and understanding
- Healing from past experiences or trauma
- Discussing expectations and comfort levels
- Honoring God with our bodies and boundaries
Family & In-Law Dynamics
- Managing boundaries with extended family
- Building a unified “we” while honoring both families
- Handling family pressure, culture, and traditions
Faith, Values & Spiritual Growth (Faith-Based Option)
- Centering your marriage on biblical principles
- Prayer and devotion as a couple
- Serving together in ministry
- Understanding covenant vs. contract view of marriage
- Exploring spiritual compatibility and shared values
Children & Parenting Philosophies
- Aligning on parenting roles and discipline styles
- Talking through readiness, timing, and values
- Navigating infertility or blended family challenges (if applicable)
Personality, Strengths & Growth Areas
- Understanding each other’s personality through assessments
- Identifying growth areas and relationship dynamics
- Creating a shared mission and vision for marriage
Assessment Tools We Use
SYMBIS Assessment
Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts
- Measures personality dynamics
- Analyzes communication styles
- Identifies conflict triggers
- Generates personalized report
Prepare/Enrich
- Assesses relationship strengths
- Family mapping tools
- Stress profile analysis
- Goal setting framework
Each tool provides customized insights based on your unique relationship profile.
Counseling Packages
💍 The Essentials Package – $1100
- 5 structured 60-minute sessions
- SYMBIS or Prepare/Enrich online assessment & results review
- Couples workbook and guided activities
- Final session summary with practical next steps
- Optional letter of completion for clergy or officiant
💕 The Comprehensive Package – $1450
Perfect for couples who want deeper exploration and personalized coaching
- 7 structured 60-minute sessions
- SYMBIS or Prepare/Enrich online assessment & customized report
- Couples workbook and bonus take-home tools
- Two mini-coaching sessions (15-min check-ins) before or after the wedding
- Final strengths and growth plan
- Letter of completion
💎 The Premium Journey Package – $1600
An in-depth relational roadmap for couples preparing for long-term success
- 8 sessions + 1 follow-up session (post-wedding check-in)
- SYMBIS + Prepare/Enrich combo assessment
- In-depth focus on family systems, personality styles, and vision setting
- Conflict style mapping + customized communication plan
- Digital toolkit: videos, exercises, and guided reflections
- Ongoing support via secure messaging platform (Mon–Fri)
- Letter of Completion
“Therefore what God has joined together, let no one separate.” – Mark 10:9