Join our Inclusive Pre-Marital Counseling Program
What is Pre-Marital Counseling?
Pre-marital counseling is a structured set of 12 counseling sessions designed to help couples prepare for marriage or long-term commitment. It supports couples in building a strong foundation by improving communication, clarifying expectations, and strengthening emotional connection.
Freedom Tree Mental Health Counseling offers an inclusive, culturally comprehensive pre-marital counseling program designed to support diverse needs and non-traditional relationships, including non-monogamous and non-religious partners.
Why Do Couples Invest in Pre-Marital Counseling?
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Pre-marital counseling strengthens relationships before problems and major life changes occur.
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It prepares couples by setting realistic expectations of marriage and long-term relationship commitments.
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It guides couples through exploration of backgrounds, culture, and family values to establish a clear shared view for the future.
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It equips couples with effective conflict resolution tools and personalized strategies to manage conflicts or disagreements as they arise.
Who Benefits from Pre-Marital Counseling?
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Couples seeking foundational guidance before marriage
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Newly blended families navigating integration and new roles
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LGBTQIA+ Couples
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Interfaith, interracial, and intercultural couples
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Couples planning for life-long commitment and/or co-parenting
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Couples seeking a roadmap for healthy models of marriage and non-traditional family formations
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Couples in ethically non-monogamous and polyamorous partnerships
What Are The Benefits of Pre-Marital Counseling?
Couples who participate in pre-marital counseling experience:
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A deeper understanding of each other's values, beliefs and marital/commitment expectations
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Improved communication and conflict resolution skills
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A safe space to identify and address potential issues before they become major problems
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Increased confidence in navigating future challenges
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Enhanced emotional intimacy and connection
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Financial planning discussions to address financial expectations
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Support and tools to navigate major differences in lifestyle preferences or other major decisions ( i.e. relationship roles or parenting styles)
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A stronger, more resilient foundation for marriage or life-long commitment
Flexible options to support couples across New York and Massachusetts:
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Virtual Private Sessions
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Virtual Group-based Sessions
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In-Person Group Based Sessions
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Community based workshops and relationship education programs
Program Format
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1-hour weekly structured sessions for 12 weeks - including interactive exercises completed between sessions
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Certificate of completion provided upon completion of program
Fees
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$3,600 per couple
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$1,800 due at registration
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Remaining balance due 7 days prior to start date
Freedom Tree Mental Health Counseling
Brooklyn, New York
718-635-1793