Read my complimentary e-book about some of the foundational principles behind my approach, which may help a bit.

DIY access to the same comprehensive online clinical assessment (+ personal report) and relationship builder modules I use to support my clients’ work together. $247 for the substantive clinical version I use, or you can purchase the limited, non-clinical version here.

Optional Add-on: Add one feedback and planning 80-minute consultation with me (virtual or in-person) for my typical fee ($195/80-minute session) if you want some initial guidance on what to do with the information. NOTE: If you end up choosing ongoing work with me, a clinical assessment (see below) will still be required. Access to the modules remains either way.

See below for more information.

Premarital Counseling includes the Online SYMBIS Assessment, access to the complete Gottman Relationship Builder Modules (see ‘Optional Services’ below), and five combined 80-minute sessions ($195/session) to complete the curriculum I use to guide committed couples preparing for marriage.

The SYMBIS (Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts) Assessment is a tailored tool for soon-to-be-married couples. It delves into key areas like communication, finances, and intimacy, highlighting relationship strengths and growth opportunities. Through research-backed questions, it provides couples and counselors with actionable insights, setting the stage for a strong marital foundation and meaningful premarital counseling sessions.

Therapy is a commitment of time, energy, and resources. My fee is currently $195 for an 80-minute couples session (always allow up to 2 hours). Initially, maintaining momentum is key—daily to bi-weekly sessions are ideal. Monthly sessions become relevant only when they fit your progress. Remember, our aim is to ensure you need me less and less as you grow together. Your engagement with the modules described below in between our sessions, while not required, will certainly help to get rid of me quicker!

Before you agree to dive into regular sessions, an essential clinical assessment is required that comprises a combined session, individual sessions for each partner, and a wrap-up session for feedback and planning. This allows for the Discernment Phase described below, as well. In other words, expect the Clinical Assessment to be four sessions. At this point, you should have the information you need to decide to move forward with the “work”, or not.

Consider the Clinical Assessment as a discernment window, as well. Here, the goal is decision-making, not change-making. We’ll use this time to discuss what I believe your immediate options are:

• Status Quo: Continue as is with an option to reassess as time goes on. No ongoing therapy, but you’ll have access to the Gottman Module library discussed below.
• Restructure Separately: Recognize if individual paths serve growth better, and lay the groundwork for divorce now. No ongoing therapy, unless you want co-parenting support (if applicable). NOTE: Structured Separation may be an option discussed in your treatment plan, but that would include “work”, and be considered part of the ongoing process described next (“Commit, the Choose”).
• Commit, then Choose: Dedicate six months (ideally) to therapy, which I’ll discuss in detail prior to your commitment, culminating in a clear decision—either evolve together (with additional therapy or not), or chart individual journeys.

• A research-driven online clinical assessment (completed individually) that dives deep into your relationship nuances with 337 targeted questions linked to evidence-based topics. ($95)
• Unlimited access to the complete Gottman Relationship Module library, bolstered with 35 exercises and 90 exclusive videos, which amplifies your work together. ($150)

• Proof of Service: I can provide you with a SuperBill which you can submit to your insurance company for reimbursement. You may retrieve some session costs, but please be aware that reimbursement is never guaranteed. Factors like not having a recognized diagnosis, being out-of-network, or using telehealth can influence your insurer’s decision. Always approach therapy with the mindset that any reimbursement is a welcome addition, rather than a crucial financial expectation.
• Verify Your Out-of-Network Benefits: Call your insurance to get the information you need. The CPT code commonly used for couples counseling is 90847, which is labeled as “Family psychotherapy (conjoint therapy) with the patient present.” However, it’s important to note that most insurance companies don’t directly reimburse for “couples counseling” if the service is not being provided to address a diagnosed mental health condition in one of the partners. For couples counseling that doesn’t focus on an individual diagnosis, it’s often classified as not reimbursable by insurance.
• Telehealth (if applicable): If you’re considering seeking reimbursement from your insurance, please let them know that our sessions may be conducted via Telehealth (if applicable).
• Insurance Decisions: When you provide details to your insurer, it’s their discretion, not yours, that determines the number of sessions and their durations.
• Confidentiality: Understand that the personal information you share with your insurance may be logged in the Medical Information Bureau, accessible to other entities like life insurance firms in the future.