All services can be provided online for people in Oregon or in-person in Lake Oswego, OR.
Marriage is a journey that is both wonderful and challenging. Just as with any life changing event you have undertaken -- choosing a college, a new job, scheduling a big trip, buying a car / house -- preparation is the key to success. Marriage is no different. Taking dedicated time to understand the strengths and the challenges of your relationship before walking down "the aisle" will be the single most beneficial use of your time to ensure a solid foundation for your future.
Pre-marital counseling is slightly different than individual counseling or couples counseling. It is a series of exercises and discussions which help a couple have a common understanding the strengths in their relationship, establish clear communication around common areas of conflict for married couples, and solidify good relationship habits ahead of the nuptuals so that a couple beings their life together with the tools to weather any storm. During these sessions you will learn:
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​Articulate the value each person brings to the relationship
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Communication in good times and in times of stress​
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Indicators of a healthy relationship
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Discuss approaches to some of the logistics of marriage
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Understand your shared goals for intimacy
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Develop skills for better listening
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Understand areas to watch out for
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Create a vision statement for your future