Why Communication Breakdowns Are Best Solved at a Marriage Retreat
If you and your partner can’t seem to talk it out without turning everything into an argument, or worse, you’ve stopped talking altogether, it can feel like you’re stuck in an endless cycle. You’ve tried to communicate better, maybe even gone to weekly therapy sessions, but somehow the same misunderstandings, hurt feelings and frustrations keep […]
How Long Does Infidelity Recovery Take? A Weekly vs. 2-Day Intensive Timeline You Can Trust
Every couple is different. With weekly counseling, many feel some relief within weeks, and deeper rebuilding often takes 12–24 months. With a 2-day intensive plus our focused follow-ups, early calm and clarity can come much faster, and many couples solidify change in 6–12 months—as long as there’s no “trickle truth,” real accountability, and daily practice. […]
Weekly Couples Therapy vs. 2-Day Affair Recovery Bootcamp (with Follow-Ups): Which Helps Faster—And Lasts?
After an affair, most couples ask the same thing: should we do weekly couples therapy or a focused weekend? This guide compares weekly counseling with our 2-Day Affair Recovery Bootcamp—with eight 90-minute follow-ups so momentum doesn’t fade. You’ll see who each path fits, how structured disclosure (to prevent “trickle truth”) works, and what progress typically […]
Can a Therapist Tell You to Leave Your Partner?
It’s a question many people ask in a moment of crisis: Can a therapist tell you to leave your partner? And unfortunately, the answer is: Yes — and it happens far too often. We wrote in detail about this in our article “How My Therapist Destroyed My Marriage”, where we explore real stories of individuals […]
Best Therapy for Infidelity: What Works (and When)
When an affair is discovered, couples don’t need generic advice—they need a specialized, structured approach that stabilizes the crisis, tells the truth safely, and rebuilds trust. Research shows affair-focused, structured interventions outperform unstructured talk therapy for restoring trust and closeness¹². If you want broader background, see our Marriage Counseling for Infidelity guide. If you’re ready […]
Marriage Counseling for Infidelity: How Couples Heal After Betrayal
Infidelity is one of the most painful crises a couple can face. As a licensed marriage therapist who has spent over two decades working exclusively with couples, I’ve seen firsthand how betrayal shakes the very foundation of a relationship. The betrayed partner often experiences trauma symptoms—intrusive thoughts, hypervigilance, and a loss of trust—that are overwhelming […]
Affair Recovery Bootcamp: Heal Faster After Infidelity
By Rabbi Shlomo Slatkin, LCPC — Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Founder of The Marriage Restoration Project Infidelity can shatter trust, security, and intimacy at the core of a relationship. For many couples, the aftermath feels overwhelming—how do you rebuild when the foundation itself feels broken? An affair recovery bootcamp offers an intensive, structured approach that […]
Is Marriage Counseling Cheaper Than Divorce? Here’s What the Numbers Say
When couples reach a breaking point, one of the first practical questions that comes up is: Is marriage counseling cheaper than divorce? While the answer may seem obvious from a purely emotional perspective — “of course it’s worth saving a marriage if you can” — the financial data adds another layer of urgency. Divorce is […]
Questions to Ask Before Booking a Couples Therapy Weekend
When couples contact me about attending my private marriage retreat, the first thing I tell them is this: not all couples therapy weekends are created equal. The right one can be life-changing; the wrong one can feel like an expensive disappointment. If you’re going to invest the time, money, and emotional energy into a multi-day […]
What Is Involved in an Intensive Couples Therapy Weekend?
When couples are stuck in patterns of conflict or emotional distance — or facing a potential breakup — an intensive couples therapy weekend can offer a powerful reset. Unlike weekly one-hour sessions, this format condenses months of progress into just a few days, allowing partners to move past surface-level issues and address the deeper roots […]
The Silent Killers of Marriage That Retreats Help Uncover
Some marriages don’t end with a bang – they fade away quietly. There are no explosive fights or dramatic betrayals and on the surface, everything might look fine. You still share a home, maybe even share laughs with friends and family. But under the surface, subtle emotional patterns are eroding the foundation of your relationship. […]
Imago vs. EFT vs. Gottman: What Works Best in a Weekend Retreat?
If you’re considering a couples therapy weekend, you’ll quickly encounter three names over and over: Imago Relationship Therapy (IRT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and The Gottman Method. All are evidence-based approaches, but they differ in focus, process, and what you might experience in a compressed weekend retreat format. In this guide, we’ll break down the […]
Does Intensive Marriage Counseling Work? What Research and Real Couples Say
If your marriage is facing serious challenges, you may be wondering, “Does intensive marriage counseling work?” The short answer is: Yes, it absolutely can — if you’re ready to do the work. Intensive marriage counseling, like the 2-day private retreats we offer at The Marriage Restoration Project, is an effective and transformative solution for couples […]
Is an Intensive Retreat Worth It for Empty Nesters? Here’s What the Research Says
Becoming empty nesters can feel like a seismic shift—suddenly, the constant hum of parenting is gone, and you’re rediscovering life with your spouse in a quiet house. While this transition can be a relief, it often brings unexpected emotional challenges, disconnection, or identity shifts¹. An intensive couples retreat can offer focused, transformational support during this […]
Are Multi-Day Intensive Couples Counseling Sessions More Effective Than Weekly One-Hour Sessions?
By Rabbi Shlomo Slatkin, LCPC — Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor & Founder of The Marriage Restoration Project Why the Format Matters The structure of therapy affects the depth of change. Traditional weekly therapy offers 50-minute conversations spread out over months. It’s steady but often interrupted—progress made one week can unravel before the next appointment. Research […]
What Couples Therapy Weekend Should I Do?
When couples search for a weekend retreat, they’re often at a crossroads — wondering if this might be the turning point that saves their relationship. The challenge? Not all couples therapy weekends are created equal. Some focus on education and group discussion, others on private, intensive therapy sessions. The best fit depends on your specific […]
What’s the Divorce Rate After Marriage Counseling? Here’s What Couples Should Know Before Taking That Step.
If you’re considering couples therapy and wondering what the divorce rate after marriage counseling is because you’re just not sure you want to take the risk, good for you for doing proper research. Let’s talk about it — honestly. Because the answer depends on what kind of counseling you’re getting… and whether your therapist truly […]
Are marriage intensives worth it?
When your marriage feels like it’s hanging by a thread, every day can feel unbearable. You’ve tried talking, maybe even months of weekly counseling, but nothing seems to change. That’s when many couples start searching for something different—something stronger, faster, and more focused. That’s where marriage intensives come in. But are they really worth the […]
What’s the Best Way to Save a Marriage? 15 Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Counselor
Should You Invest in a Marriage Counselor? A Guided Approach When your marriage feels like it’s at a breaking point, asking “What’s the best way to save a marriage?” is natural. The answer often lies in choosing the right marriage counselor—one whose expertise and methods align with your needs. Below are 15 carefully crafted questions […]
Why Intensive Marriage Counseling Retreats Work When Nothing Else Has
If you’re reading this, chances are high that you’re feeling stuck. Maybe the conversations between you and your partner always lead to the same arguments. Maybe you’re sleeping in separate rooms or feeling more like roommates than romantic partners. Maybe you’ve already tried weekly therapy, only to leave sessions more frustrated than before. You’re not […]