Premarital
THERAPY in Chicago
Communication, Connection, and Commitment, Let’s Build a Strong Foundation Together
Are You Excited to Get Married but Unsure About Certain Aspects of Your Relationship?
Let’s Be Honest...
Marriage is a big step, and while you love your partner, you may not see eye to eye on everything. Maybe you’re stuck in a cycle of “I love them, but I wish we didn’t have to deal with ____.” You might struggle with how to communicate effectively, feel hesitant about setting a wedding date, or find yourself wondering, “Are we really ready for this?”
You’re tired of feeling caught in this cycle:
Having the same unresolved arguments without finding a solution
Feeling uncertain about big decisions like finances, family planning, or roles in marriage
Worrying about whether love alone is enough to make your relationship last.
Struggling to balance outside pressures from family, friends, or cultural expectations
how we can help
Premarital therapy can help create a marriage that thrives, not just survives
It may feel impossible now, but you can feel confident in your decision to marry your partner. You can have your concerns adequately expressed and heard. You can strengthen your relationship and build a solid foundation for your marriage. And we can help get you there.
Premarital therapy can help you:Strengthen Communication: Enhance your ability to express thoughts, feelings, and concerns openly and constructively with your partner.
Navigate Conflict: Develop effective strategies for resolving disagreements and managing conflict in a healthy manner.
Establish Shared Goals: Align your expectations, values, and goals as a couple, ensuring you're on the same page regarding important aspects of your relationship and future together.
Build Relationship Skills: Acquire practical skills and tools to nurture a strong and resilient partnership, laying a solid foundation for a fulfilling and lasting marriage.
imagine if you…
Felt completely confident in your relationship and future together.
Instead of second-guessing your decision to get married, you could approach this next chapter with clarity, excitement, and peace of mind. You’d know that you and your partner are truly ready for this commitment.
Knew how to communicate and resolve conflicts in a healthy, productive way.
No more endless arguments or walking on eggshells. You and your partner would have the tools to express your needs, work through disagreements, and feel heard and understood.
Had a strong foundation of trust, intimacy, and shared goals.
Instead of worrying about potential roadblocks, you’d feel aligned on important topics like finances, family planning, and expectations—allowing your relationship to grow and thrive.
I want you to know:
Change is possible.
Let’s work together to to build the strong, connected, and fulfilling marriage you desire.
faqs
Common questions about relationship therapy
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Premarital counseling is tailored to your specific needs, but sessions typically follow one of two formats:
Structured, therapist-led approach – Think of it as an 8-12 week course where each session focuses on a key topic, such as communication, conflict resolution, finances, or family dynamics.
Flexible, couple-led approach – This mirrors traditional couples therapy, where you bring in current concerns, and we unpack, process, and work through emotions and situations as they arise.
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For structured premarital therapy, we recommend 8-12 weeks, especially if you have a wedding date set and are completing this as part of your preparations. However, if you haven’t set a date and are seeking deeper relationship support, you can start with weekly sessions and continue as long as you find it beneficial.
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Not at all! Premarital therapy isn’t just about fixing issues—it’s about strengthening your relationship before marriage. Even happy, engaged couples benefit from learning new skills, deepening their connection, and preparing for challenges they may not have considered yet. We like to think of it as preventative work.
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