Thinking of Premarital Counseling? Read This.

By Nora Nova, M.Ed | Therapist in Philadelphia

Congratulations on your engagement! Did you know that couples who seek counseling before their wedding have a 30% higher martial success rate than those who do not? Premarital preparation can help increase your understanding of each other, enhance your connectedness and strengthen your marriage. 

What to Expect From the Prepare/Enrich Program

Our therapists who offer premarital counseling are trained Prepare/Enrich facilitators. Prepare/Enrich is a highly researched and widely used premarital counseling program. While going through the program, you will take a 30-minute online assessment which will provide a detailed report of your strength and growth areas. Based on your results, the facilitator will guide you through ~8 feedback/psychoeducation sessions to teach you proven relationship tools and skills. 

Topics Covered

Some of the topics covered in the assessment and the program include the following: 

  • Communication

  • Conflict Resolution

  • Financial Management 

  • Relationship Roles

  • Sex and Affection

  • Children and Parenting 

Benefits of Premarital Counseling 

Premarital counseling can help strengthen your relationship by: 

  • Teaching you how to be assertive speakers and active listeners, so both of you can communicate your needs and feel understood 

  • Helping you learn conflict resolution skills so you can support each other throughout the marriage 

  • Guiding you through important but often avoided conversations, such as finances (a survey found that 34% of cohabiting couples could not correctly identify how much money their partner makes!)

  • Exploring and setting realistic expectations around various marriage topics, such as household responsibilities 

  • Establishing a shared vision and ensuring you are discussing your future goals and dreams 

  • Gaining insight and discovering new information about yourself and your partner 

If you are ready to begin this bonding experience, schedule a with one of our trained facilitators here. 

About the Author:

Nora Nova is a premarital counselor working in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Nora uses Prepare/Enrich to guide couples through proactively building relationship skills that will serve them long into their marriage. To learn more about Nora or to schedule online with her, click here. 

About A Better Life Therapy:

A Better Life Therapy supports individuals, couples, and families to create a better life for themselves and their loved ones through navigating mental health challenges, improving their relationships, learning new life and relational skills, and building a healthy sense of self. Whether you are facing a difficulty or are looking to take a proactive approach to your mental wellness, we are here. 

Locations

A Better Life Therapy offers face to face and virtual therapy. See our locations below. We are continuing to add new states so if you do not see your state listed please check with us at info@abetterlifetherapy.com

In Office Locations

If you would like to meet with your therapist face-to-face in an office, we’ve got you covered. Are offices are designed to make you feel completely at home. Please visit us for:

  • Therapy in our Center City, Philadelphia office at 100 S Broad Broad Street

  • Therapy in our Main Line Office in Ardmore, Pennsylvania at 10 E. Athens Ave

Virtual Locations

If you prefer to do therapy from the comfort of your home, workplace, or while out in a park,check out our virtual locations. Right now we are able to offer virtual therapy for people residing in:

  • Maryland

  • New Jersey

  • New York

  • Pennsylvania

  • Utah

Don’t see your state listed? Check with us by emailing info@abetterlifetherapy.com! 

Elizabeth EarnshawA better Life Therapy