Premarital Counseling

Empowering Modern Couples through the Prepare/Enrich Curriculum

Set Yourself Up for Success with Premarital Counseling

Bridging Love and Ambition to create a Thriving Relationship in NY, BOS, and Raleigh

You’ve worked hard to build a life you’re proud of—growing your career, nurturing close relationships, and finding a partner who matches your drive and dreams. Now, as you anticipate saying "I do," you’re stepping into an exciting chapter of shared possibilities and ambitions. To make sure your relationship continues to flourish, premarital counseling is the thoughtful investment your future deserves. 

Why Consider Prepare-Enrich for Premarital Counseling? 

Premarital counseling through Prepare-Enrich isn’t just a preparation—it’s a proactive way to create a lasting foundation for a fulfilling life together. Research has shown that taking the Prepare/Enrich assessment prior to marriage reduces your risk for divorce by 30%. Imagine starting your marriage with the tools to effectively communicate, resolve conflicts, and align your long-term goals. Research shows that couples who participate in premarital counseling report meaningful improvements in their relationship, including: 

  • Strengthened emotional connection 

  • Clear and open communication 

  • Better conflict resolution skills 

  • Greater intimacy and relationship satisfaction 

  • Aligned financial and life goals 

Meet Bethany

Hello! I’m Bethany, a certified Prepare-Enrich counselor dedicated to helping modern, ambitious couples build fulfilling relationships. Whether you're dating, engaged, newlywed, or remarried, I offer tailored counseling services to support your unique relationship needs.

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Who Benefits from Premarital Counseling? – Quite Honestly, All Couples

Dating Couples:

Understand differences and build lasting bonds.

Engaged Couples:

Strengthen your relationship before tying the knot.

Married and Remarried Couples:

Enhance communication and resolve conflicts effectively.

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But how does it differ from typical couples counseling?

Great Question! Prepare/Enrich offers a unique and tailored approach for couples who want to focus on the present, actionable areas of their relationship while saving more intensive explorations for traditional couples counseling. 

Here's what sets it apart:

Through the Prepare/Enrich program, you and your partner will complete detailed relationship assessments, giving you a personalized snapshot of where you stand as a couple. Together, I'll guide you through the results, using them to work through structured exercises designed to improve your skills in areas like problem-solving and communication.

The curriculum is solution-focused. It doesn’t dig deep into attachment styles, past traumas, or the emotional intricacies that couples counseling might explore. Instead, Prepare/Enrich zeroes in on the "here and now." It acts as a catalyst for addressing existing challenges, starting critical conversations, and discovering what you both truly need and want in your relationship at this moment.  

This program isn’t about unraveling the past—it’s about creating clarity and actionable change for the future you’re building together. If you and your partner are ambitious, goal-oriented, and ready to drive meaningful improvements in your daily connection, Prepare/Enrich could be exactly what you need.

Ready to Begin?

Engaging in premarital counseling offers you and your partner the chance to explore your relationship deeply and prepare for a successful marriage. Let's work together to create a strong and fulfilling partnership.

Reach out today to start your journey!