LET’S PLAN FOR A MARRIAGE, NOT JUST A WEDDING
- You are getting married!
- How compatible are you both?
- Do you want to live happily ever after?
- Are you concerned that over half of all marriages end in divorce?
- Do you want to protect your relationship for the “long haul”?
- Can science and experience help you and your partner prepare for a fulfilling marriage?
YOU AND YOUR PARTNER DESERVE HAPPILY EVER AFTER
This is such a happy and exciting time! It’s also overwhelming and busy. You were busy before, and now you are planning a wedding in addition to everything else. You understand that it’s not just a wedding you are preparing for; it’s a lifelong marriage. You and your partner don’t have any intentions of ever getting divorced. Whenever two people blend their pasts, families, beliefs, expectations, etc., into a marriage, there will be hidden surprises. The more you know yourself and your partner, the better you can address things before they become a problem.
An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.
WE HELP COUPLES BE THEIR BEST
Our therapists are highly trained in multiple pre-marital programs. We listen to you and work to understand both you and your unique relationship. We know the questions to ask and the techniques to use. We will help you better understand yourselves and your relationship’s dynamics. We will teach you techniques to prevent future problems and help you build the marriage you dream about.
Contact us if you want to build a happy, healthy, long-lasting marriage. You can ask any questions you have. Or set up an appointment. We make it easy for you to get started. Premarital counseling is some of our favorite work. We have a comfortable place waiting for you and your partner.
Premarital counseling (also called pre-marriage therapy) is a guided process with a licensed therapist in Springfield, MO, where engaged couples explore communication, expectations, conflict resolution, financial planning, intimacy, and shared values. It helps couples set a strong foundation, reduce misunderstandings, and develop tools to navigate future challenges together.
In Springfield, MO, couples usually attend 6 to 10 sessions of premarital counseling, with each session lasting about 50 to 60 minutes. Depending on the couple’s needs or pacing, more or fewer sessions may be needed to address particular concerns.
Yes. At Psych Associate Springfield, our licensed therapists are inclusive and welcome every couple including same-sex couples, LGBTQ+ couples, and nontraditional partnerships. Our focus is on healthy relationship skills, regardless of orientation or structure.
Coverage depends on your specific health plan. Many insurance plans in Missouri treat couples or relationship counseling as out-of-network or require a mental health diagnosis. We recommend contacting your insurer prior to your first session to ask about mental health / couples therapy benefits in the Springfield area.