Engage
Do not just plan for your wedding. Prepare for your marriage.
Preparing for Long-Term Commitment
Whether you are newly engaged or seriously considering a long-term commitment, this stage often brings both excitement and uncertainty. Many couples begin to notice patterns in communication or conflict they want to understand before moving forward. This work is not about deciding whether your relationship is “good” or “bad,” but about understanding it more clearly.
What You May Be Experiencing
As you think about your future together—whether that includes a wedding, a commitment ceremony, or simply taking the next step—you may have noticed:
Uncertainty about long-term compatibility
Repeated conflict or miscommunication
Difficulty feeling heard or understood
Questions about shared values, expectations, or future goals
We begin with a structured, research-informed assessment to better understand your relationship dynamics. From there, we focus on building a strong foundation through:
Communication and conflict management skills
Exploring shared values and long-term expectations
Strengthening emotional connection
Clarifying areas of alignment and difference
For some couples, this process may also include elements of discernment—creating space to thoughtfully explore the relationship before making long-term commitments.
What We’ll Focus On
This is a structured, collaborative process designed to help you slow down and look at your relationship more intentionally.
Together, we will:
Take a deeper look at what matters most to each of you
Identify patterns that may create challenges over time
Practice tools in real time, not just talk about them
Build a shared understanding of how you want to move forward
By the end of this process, couples typically have greater clarity, stronger communication skills, and a clearer sense of what comes next.
For couples who prefer a more focused approach, this work can also be done as a half-day intensive to support faster progress.
Learn more about Couples Intensives →
What to Expect
Engage Premarital Package (Optional)
For couples who prefer a structured starting point, I offer a four-session premarital package:
One joint assessment session
Two individual sessions
One feedback and next-steps session
Gottman Relationship Assessment included*
This package provides a clear, focused way to explore your relationship and build a strong foundation as you move toward marriage.
* When $400 is paid in full