ADHD Premarital Counseling

“Love is a vessel that contains both security and adventure, and commitment offers one of the great luxuries of life: time. Marriage is not the end of romance, it is the beginning.”
— Esther Perel

Premarital Counseling

Premarital counseling is a great way to strengthen any relationship. It provides a solid foundation for your future and is great for those who are engaged or thinking of engagement. Premarital counseling lasts 4-8 sessions depending on how many topics are covered and what issues need to be resolved. Premarital counseling uses therapeutic techniques but is more focused on exploring topics in a safe space.  It also works on building secure attachment and trust to have a solid foundation.  Most sessions include activities that help the couple discuss each theme and has an ADHD focus. Premarital Assessment questionnaire is also available for $35.  

Anita is a certified PREPARE/ENRICH facilitator and can provide feedback and extra support based off the couples results. Anita uses her ADHD relationship expertise to set up premarital couples for success.

What will we talk about?

  • Marriage: What does marriage mean to you?

  • Secure Functioning: Strengthening the connection and foundation of your relationship.

  • Deepening your relationship: Discover fun ways to build a solid foundation and create safe spaces to talk about difficult topics or when you feel hurt by your partner.

  • Family and healthy boundaries: What role do in-laws play in your life?

  • Traditions: What traditions do you want to create or continue?  

  • Communication and conflict resolution:  How to fight well and resolve difficulties that will arise in your relationship 

  • Finances: How do each of you view money? What system works for you?

  • Children: How will you transition into becoming parents? What does family life look like for each of you?

  • Future plans and retirement: What are your dreams for the future? How will your life look as you age?

  • Intimacy: Sexual health and Sustainability

  • Religion: Personal beliefs 

  • Leisure & Friendships: What activities do both of you like to do & how well do you get along with each other's friends?

  • Personality & Stress profile:  How does your personality and level of stress impact the relationship?  Learn how to avoid common problems that could arise in your relationship.  

  • Cultural Differences: In what ways did your upbringing impact you?  Explore areas that come up during marriage for cross cultural relationships.

  • Mental and Emotional Labor: Learn what mental and emotional labor is and how to intentionally share it in a way that works for your relationship.

  • Any other topics relevant to you

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

My partner doesn't want to do this, what do you recommend?

This is a common experience, so you are not alone.  You can contact me directly for more information and articles on ways to present premarital counseling to your partner.  Sometimes people are afraid that if they go to counseling it means that there is something 'wrong' with their relationship.  However, research shows that premarital counseling is beneficial for all couples, including very satisfied ones.  

 

Do you give us the Texas Together Certificate upon completion?

Yes! And the certificate is good for 1 year.  After completion of 8 hours, you'll get the certificate upon request. This provides a discount on the Texas marriage license.

 

I'm in a happy relationship, why would I do premarital counseling?

I love this question!  Premarital counseling enhances your relationship and provides useful tools to help you intentionally navigate difficult times in a marriage.  All marriages will go through stress, so why not be prepared?  Losing a parent, changing jobs, moving, or starting a family can create stress on a relationship.  By intentionally taking time to learn how to talk about future stressors can go a long way in preventing conflict and disconnect in a relationship.  If your foundation is solid, let's keep that going with even more strategies and connection.

Do you work with LGBTQ and non-traditional relationships?

Yes!!!

 

 

Strengthen your relationship. Have a great time.
 

Inquire for premarital coaching today!