What is a marriage intensive?
This is a unique opportunity to deepen your connection and reignite the passion that brought you together.
In a marriage intensive, you will benefit from a structured environment designed to quickly and effectively address the challenges you may be facing. With expert guidance, you’ll explore the underlying issues in your relationship, fostering open communication in a safe and supportive space aimed at deepening your bond with your partner.
One of the key advantages of a marriage intensive is the opportunity to address things in a short focused amount of time. Many people would like the extra support in their marriage, but don’t have the time or finances to commit to long term couples therapy. Intensives are aimed at giving you and your partner focused attention to get the relationship back on track or to keep the relationship from falling off track. Couples should walk away feeling more confident in each other and in handling their challenges as a team.
A few questions to ask yourself if you would benefit from a marriage intensive?
1. What specific challenges are we currently facing in our relationship?
- Consider the recurring issues or conflicts that create tension between you.
2. Are we able to communicate openly and honestly with each other?
- Reflect on whether you find it difficult to express your feelings or needs, and if you struggle to listen to each other.
3. Do we feel emotionally disconnected or distant from each other?
- Assess whether you’ve noticed a reduction in intimacy or connection over time.
4. Have we tried other forms of therapy or counseling in the past?
- Think about your experiences in previous therapy sessions or workshops and whether they were effective.
5. Are we both committed to improving our relationship?
- Evaluate your shared desire to work on the marriage and if both partners are equally invested in the process.
6. How do we currently handle conflict?
- Consider whether you have constructive ways to resolve disagreements or if your conflicts tend to escalate without resolution.
7. Are we stuck in negative patterns or behaviors?
- Reflect on whether certain dynamics keep repeating, making it hard for you to move forward.
8. What are our goals for the relationship?
- Think about what you hope to achieve together, whether it’s restoring intimacy, improving communication, or addressing unresolved issues.
9. Are we open to new methods and strategies for improving our relationship?
- Consider your willingness to learn and adopt new approaches that may be different from what you've tried before.
10. Do we want to invest the time and resources into a focused experience?
- Assess whether you both see the value in dedicating a significant amount of time to work on your relationship intensively.
Reflecting on these questions can help you clarify your thoughts about your relationship and determine if a marriage intensive is the right choice for you. If you find that many of these resonate, it may be a sign that an intensive could be beneficial in moving your relationship forward.