Pre-marital Counseling in Atlanta
Congratulations on your engagement! If you are planning to get married or make a long-term commitment to your partner, counseling is one of the smartest way to invest in the future of your relationship.
As an expert in pre-marital counseling, with intensive training in both Gottman Method Couples Therapy and the PREPARE/ENRICH marriage counseling method, our counselors have helped many couples navigate the many stages of relationship ahead and learn what it takes to grow a lifelong, fulfilling relationship.
Research reviewing numerous premarital counseling effectiveness studies found that couples who participate in pre-marriage preparation report on average a 30% stronger marriage than couples who did not participate in pre-marriage counseling (Stanley, Amato, Johnson & Markman, 2006).
It is never too early to begin working on your relationship. Learn what makes healthy, satisfying, and sustainable marriage--schedule your first pre-marital counseling session today.
Goals of Pre Marriage Counseling:
Explore strength and growth areas
Strengthen communication skills
Identify and manage major stressors
Learn how to resolve conflict
Develop a more balanced relationship
Understand personality differences and maximize teamwork
Explore family of origin issues
Discuss financial planning and budgeting
Establish personal, couple and family goals
Our Pre Marriage Advice is Designed for All Couples
Pre-Marital and Pre-Commitment Counseling is designed for all couples who are preparing for marriage or commitment or are at an early stage in their relationship. we also offer “Pre-Engagement Counseling”, which is designed for couples who are considering marriage and engagement but have not yet worked through some issues in order for both partners to feel comfortable with commitment.
We offer a very structured counseling process for couples who are considering engagement or marriage. After conducting an extensive assessment of each couples' strengths and areas for growth through both clinical interviewing and a thorough computer assessment, we provide couples with a place to process differences, plan for the future, and learn the fundamental elements of healthy relationships.
Do Not Wait to Invest in Your Marriage
Please do not wait to invest in your relationship. Get started today--call us at 678-999-3390 to schedule your initial assessment session, and/or couples workshop!
The Benefits of Our Premarital Counseling and Workshops
All of our counselors have intensive training in premarital and marriage counseling. Work with us to strengthen your marriage before it starts. Even if you already have a strong relationship, these sessions will provide you with insights and tools to make it even better. If your relationship is distressed, these classes will provide a road map for repair.
We are passionate about helping couples approach their lives together with excitement, confidence, and the right tools to help them have the most fulfilling relationship possible.
Upcoming “seven Principles for Making Marriage Work” Workshops in Atlanta
2023 WORKSHOP OFFERINGS:
SATURDAY, MAY 6, 2023
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2023
9am - 4pm
Decatur, GA
$475
Frequently Asked Questions
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We have a range of fees based on clinician experience levels, ranging from $130 - 400 per 45 minute individual session or 80 minute couples session, to several thousand dollars for multi-day “marathon” style intensives for couples. Please click on the link below to schedule a free call with any of our therapists to answer your questions and decide which therapist would work best for you.
Likewise, feel free to email us at info@CounselingATL.com and we will get back to you asap!
Payment is due at time of service, and online storage of credit card information for automatic, recurring processing is the required payment method. We accept debit/credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Discover and American Express) and many HSA cards are accepted, but you will need to verify that your account has sufficient funds prior to meeting with us.
Please note that 48 hour advance cancellation of scheduled appointments is required in order to avoid being charged for the full session fee.
We believe that therapy is an important decision and investment of time and money; you want to make sure you are making the right choice. Having a "good fit" between a client and therapist is critical for a successful outcome. This is why we offer a free 30 minute initial phone or video consultation if you would like to meet any of us before deciding whether or not you would like to work with us. Here are some tips for choosing the right therapist.
Also, if you cannot afford our services, are not able to see a counselor in-network with your insurance company, or need low fee counseling services, please consider contacting one of the training facilities, community counseling centers or educational institutions in Georgia we’ve compiled on this list. Although we are not able to see every couple at a reduced cost, your ability to afford treatment should never be a barrier to getting help, and thankfully there are many privately and publicly funded agencies that can help!
LEARN MORE ABOUT LOW-COST COUNSELING SERVICES FROM PRIVATE AND PUBLICLY FUNDED AGENCIES
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YOUR INDIVIDUAL INSURANCE PLAN DETERMINES WHAT YOU MAY BE REIMBURSED
You will need to call your insurance and provide them with the license / degree of your chosen therapist and to ask if they will reimburse you for couples therapy.
Click on the following to see this helpful worksheet; when calling your insurance company to see about the possible costs of working with us:
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To view our current workshops, please click HERE.
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To learn more about Gottman Couples Therapy, please check out our page.
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Yes, we offer premarital counseling! Visit our page to see if it’s right for you.
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We offer individual counseling to support you on your journey.
Learn more about our services by visiting our page.
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Here is a list of our current support groups that we offer.
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Discernment counseling can help you on the right path in making this decision. Learn more about whether this type of counseling is right for you.
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We offer two convenient locations in Poncey Highlands and Buckhead.
Learn more about our locations here.