5 Surprising Truths About Premarital Counseling

Let's be real. Planning the wedding is fun!

Cake tastings, engagement photos, Pinterest boards full of color palettes… it’s all exciting.
But when the honeymoon glow fades, you’re left with real life—and that’s where most couples realize they spent more time planning the seating chart than learning how to actually be married.

That’s where premarital counseling comes in.
And no, it’s not awkward, boring, or “only for couples with problems.”
It’s the smartest investment you can make before saying “I do.”

Here are five things most couples don’t know about premarital counseling—but absolutely should.

It’s Not Therapy. It’s Training for Real-Life Marriage

Think of premarital counseling like a relationship gym—you’re not there because something’s broken, you’re there to get strong before the hard stuff hits.

You'll learn how to communicate when you're stressed, how to argue without blowing up, and how to make decisions as a team.

It's not about "fixing" you, it's about future-proofing your marriage.

You'll learn how to communicate when you're stressed, how to argue without blowing up, and how to make decisions as a team.

It's not about "fixing" you, it's about future-proofing your marriage.

It’s All About Your Personalities

No two couples are the same, so your sessions shouldn’t be either.

A personality-based program (like mine!) digs into how each of you is wired—how you love, how you handle stress, and what you both need to feel seen and heard.

Once you understand your personality blend, you stop taking things personally and start working with each other instead of against each other.

For example: one of you needs space to think during conflict; the other needs to talk it out right away. Knowing that in advance? Total game-changer.

You’ll Talk About Stuff You Haven’t (and Should)

Money. Intimacy. Family boundaries. Expectations for the future.

Most couples skip these topics until they blow up later.

Premarital counseling gives you a safe space to have those real conversations now—without judgment, just guidance.

You’ll walk away with clarity, confidence, and zero “wish we had talked about that sooner” moments.

It Can Prevent 80% of Future Conflicts

Yep, you read that right.

Couples who do premarital counseling are statistically more likely to have higher relationship satisfaction and lower divorce rates.

Why? Because you’ll learn to recognize conflict triggers, handle them quickly, and build trust before resentment creeps in.

It’s basically like getting the user manual for your relationship.

It’s Cheaper Than a Wedding Cake (and Way More Valuable)

Let’s be honest—$700 feels like a lot until you remember that most couples drop $1,000 on flowers that wilt in a week.

This is an investment in your forever, not just your wedding day.

My 6-session online program helps you start marriage on solid ground—with tools, insights, and real conversations that last long after the confetti is gone.

Ready to Start Your Marriage Strong?

If you’ve made it this far, you already know you want more than a pretty wedding—you want a love that actually lasts.

My 6-session online premarital program is built around your personalities and your goals.

You’ll get personalized tools, guided conversations, and a proven roadmap to help you both thrive in marriage—not just make it to the altar.

And, right now through December 31, 2025, you can save $150!

Each session is online, flexible and designed around YOU! Click here to learn more and save your spot.

Because marriage prep shouldn’t feel like homework—it should feel like confidence, connection, and peace of mind.