Whether you’re considering marriage or are already engaged, the idea of marriage can be exciting and a bit overwhelming. Inevitably, questions arise about what the future will be like: “How will we balance our careers with our goals for family?”, “How will we settle or resolve differences?”, “What can we do to keep love alive as we move through life together?” My guess is that you’ve already begun to ask yourself these or other questions or you wouldn’t be reading this. Not to worry! You’re in good company. These questions are common and important ones to be asking.

This is where I can be of assistance. As a couples and marriage counselor, I’ve had considerable training and experience regarding what it takes to make a marriage work. With this in mind, I have developed an approach to premarital counseling that helps you identify your strengths, as well as areas for improvement.

In this process, I will help you:

• Develop a shared vision of the future.
• Learn how to balance work and relationship.
• Come together on the issues of finances, career, in-laws, parenthood, etc.

To accomplish these goals, I’ll help you:

• Check your assumptions.
• Clarify your personal boundaries.
• Increase your level of emotional self-sufficiency.
• Understand relationship dynamics.
• Enhance communication.

Premarital counseling provides a means for you to strengthen the foundation of your relationship and an opportunity to make an important investment in your marital satisfaction for years to come.

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