Premarital Counseling

Build The Marriage You Want

Preparing for and building a strong and passionate marriage is one of the most important things you’ll ever do for your relationship

Considering marriage? Already Engaged?

Planning your wedding is fun and exciting, but building a marriage that lasts takes intention and purpose. Research suggests couples who complete premarital counseling are about 31% less likely to divorce. Whether you’re just shifting into something serious, or already planning the wedding, premarital counseling gives you tools you’ll use for the rest of your relationship. Now is a great time to begin laying the groundwork for a strong future together. Saying “I do” is not the end of the process, but the beginning of a new road for your relationship.

What To Expect

As certified SYMBIS facilitators, we use a proven, research-backed assessment trusted by over 2 million couples to give you clarity and practical tools before you say “I do.” Here at HDCFC we utilize the SYMBIS assessment as a means of supporting you on this journey of healthy relationship. SYMBIS is a proven method of getting your marriage off on a strong footing before you walk down the aisle. After taking the assessment you will meet with your facilitator to go over your results and assist you with useful tools and advice to make sure you and your future spouse have the best start possible.

Already Married?

You can and should take the assessment too! While the SYMBIS Assessment is primarily designed for engaged and newlywed couples, many married couples at various stages find the results to be extremely helpful. It identifies areas of strength, as well as, individual habits/styles that have contributed to issues in your marriage. It provides a leg up in discovering a healthy place to start working on your marriage. Thousands of married couples have taken the SYMBIS assessment to help them gain more insight into their marriage, as well as a way to enhance couples counseling.

What Does The Assessment Cover

Your Money Methods

Kick financial friction to the curb and ensure you realize your shared dreams together.

Your Fight Types

Discover your “hot topics” and the secret of leveraging conflict for a stronger relationship.

Your Deepest Longing

Create your ultimate soul-to-soul connection and discover how to infuse your relationship with meaning.

Your Love Life

Cultivate deeper intimacy and enduring passion for a lifetime of pleasure and fulfillment.

Your Personalities

Unpack your unique personality dynamics not only as individuals but more importantly as a couple.

Your Talk Styles

Crack the code for deep and meaningful conversations to enjoy heartfelt and lasting connections.

How Long Does it take

The assessment itself is taken online by each person and is completed in around 30 minutes. Most couples complete premarital work, and assessment review, in 6 to 8 sessions, though the pace and depth are tailored to what you need. Remember: the assessment is the beginning of the process. It’s what gets the train moving, but it’s not our final destination. It’s a tool to assist us in working towards the marriage that you want.

What Does It Cost

The assessment itself is $25 per couple, which is paid and completed on the SYMBIS website. The follow up sessions are priced based on which provider you see. Please see our fees page for specific pricing details.

Why Should We Do It

So often, early in relationships, we are so focused on “love” that we fail to identify differences and possible problem areas. Recognizing these things doesn’t hurt your relationship, but rather puts you in a better position to plan ahead, problem solve and work together to ensure that when the time comes, you are on the same page. Struggles happen, we cannot avoid them, but when they do, we can be standing on a strong, firm foundation that sustains us and keeps us from crumbling. Be intentional about building a marriage that lasts, and let us help you do it!

You already took the first step. You’re here.You’re ready for change. Now, keep going.

All it takes is one call to connect you to the support you need. So, continue being brave. You’ve already done the hardest thing: admitting you need help.