premarital counseling prepares you for beyond the wedding day
This is designed for couples who seek premarital counseling. This premarital counseling series consists of eight sessions, preferably weekly or one every other week. Sessions are one-on-one between the couple and the counselor. (Optional 2-session unit on the Blended Family and Step-parenting can be added on.)
Contents
Getting to know you
Spiritual Inventory
Expectations
Goals
Communication, Part 1
Positive communication techniques
Communication, Part 2
Negative communication patterns
The four major communication destroyers
Conflict resolution
Communication, Part 3
Negative communication patterns, continued
Chronic disagreement
Equity Theory
Family of Origin
Genogram
Generational blessings and curses
Intimacy
Spiritual intimacy
Physical intimacy
Expectations and Forgiveness, Part 1
Money
Children
Gender roles
Expectations and Forgiveness, Part 2
Forgiveness
Homework -- There are reading assignments and exercises. The reading is very beneficial and is highly recommended.
Attention Pastors
Ask us how you can refer couples into this program: 1-888-283-4220.