We’d like to give you an opportunity to read up on some of the frequently asked questions that we receive about our marriage counseling practice. If you have a question that has not been addressed below, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Please also read the following blog post: How to make sure marriage counseling will work for you so that you can come armed and ready for success!
A private, non-denominational couples therapy intensive is a time-compressed course of therapy—about 12 therapist hours across two consecutive days with breaks. You’ll achieve breakthroughs in your healing journey together with your partner’s own healing, learn a safer way to talk, work through core issues with connection and empathy, and leave with actual skills for long term success and accountability.
While we don’t propose to be able to fix everything in two days, think of it like a game of dominoes. In this case, once you get to the root of the issue- most of the time, all of the other fights tend to dissipate. Why? Because we go right to the core of your unmet needs and address the connection (or lack thereof) between you and your partner. Once the toxic pollution in the space between you turns safe, which it does after learning tools like the Intentional Dialogue and other tools you will use right away in session, you now have the ability to address the other conflicts together as a united front, in a safe and connected way.
Religion is not incorporated in sessions unless requested by the couple. Our counseling is not faith based. With that said, we do have traditional values in promoting strong marriages and we do believe in working to keep a couple together when possible.
Zoom sessions are ideal for those who are not able to travel to our Baltimore, Maryland office or any of our in-person marriage counseling locations. Couples worldwide have taken advantage of our online marriage counseling sessions. Even those who live locally but are unable to arrange childcare, have also opted to work over Skype or Zoom. It is more convenient for them and saves travel time and costs as well.
2-Day Private Marriage Restoration Retreat — $6,997 (all-inclusive program)
Includes:
Two full days of private couples therapy (one couple, one therapist)
Eight (8) 90-minute follow-up sessions (in person or via Zoom)
Marriage School Online program access
Transparent pricing — no add-ons (travel, lodging, and meals not included)
Planning is easier when the numbers are upfront. For many couples, concentrating ~12 hours over two days provides momentum that’s hard to get when the same hours are spread across months of weekly sessions.
Payment options
Pay in full at booking (required to reserve your dates)
Or use PayPal Pay Later / PayPal Credit to set up a payment plan (subject to approval; terms are set by PayPal).
Insurance
We are out-of-network and do not bill insurance directly.
Upon request, we can provide a superbill you may submit to your plan. Reimbursement is not guaranteed and varies by carrier, benefits, deductible, and medical necessity review.
Couples often ask about CPT 90847 (family/couples therapy with patient present). Your plan may also inquire about an intake code (e.g., 90791) and whether sessions are in-person or telehealth.
Tips for calling your plan
Ask your insurer:
“Do I have out-of-network mental health benefits?”
“What is my deductible and coinsurance for CPT 90847 (and 90791 for intake)?”
“Are telehealth sessions covered for out-of-network providers?”
“Do I need pre-authorization or a referral?”
“Where do I submit a superbill and what documentation do you require?”
HSA/FSA
Many clients use HSA/FSA funds for counseling services; check your plan’s rules.
For the 2 Day Private Intensive, we don’t offer refunds. Because we reserve two full days and your follow-up program exclusively for you, cancellations with less than 7 days’ notice are charged the full fee.
To request a change, please call or email us; we time-stamp all requests upon receipt. For the group workshops, if you cannot attend on the date you registered for, you can apply your payment towards a future workshop.
Every couple is different, and while we can’t promise specific outcomes, most couples walk away with something they haven’t had in a long time: hope, clarity, and real tools to move forward.
We estimate our marriage counseling success rate to be 90% – that is of the couples that choose to stay together after the intensive.
Yes. We work not only to heal the infidelity but explore the root causes of the relationship breakdown that led to such a rupture. Couples that end the affair and desire to save their relationship are extremely successful despite the severe breach of trust that has occurred.
Because couples who come to us want the most effective use of their time and money—not another hour that barely scratches the surface. A 2-day private intensive gives you ~6 months’ worth of core skills and foundation in one focused window, then our 8 follow-up sessions lock in the gains with real-life accountability. It’s a single, comprehensive path designed for people who want lasting change, not incremental fixes.
After the 2 day Marriage Restoration Retreat, most couples gain new hope for their marriage and see the possibilities for coming together again even at the end of the first day.
Yes. We have found that the most effective way to heal a relationship is for both partners to be present.
If your spouse is against counseling, we can help you learn how to talk with your spouse about it in a safe way.
Marriage therapy intensives are ideal for a marriage that is in dire need of a breakthrough. If you feel the need to make a decision about the future of your relationship, and you can’t afford to spend weeks or months in marriage counseling, a 2-day marriage therapy intensive may be just what you need. This is the ideal program for couples contemplating divorce.
Yes, couples who have filed for divorce are able to reconcile. Even if you do not wish to reconcile, you can gain clarity about why your relationship has reached this point so that you can both make a conscious choice and be better prepared for future relationships. Finally, if you have children, it behooves you to relate to each other in a healthy way as you will continue to be in relationship as parents to your children.
We are very confident that our 2 day private intensives can save your marriage. Our approach is very successful and we would love to meet and work with you as well.
We often work with families and their adult children. This process is extremely helpful for working out issues between parents and adult children and in-law issues.
We do not counsel children.
While my wife and I present our material together in our Getting the Love You Want Workshops as well as in speaking engagements, she is not a licensed therapist and does not work with me in my private couples practice.
Hesitation is completely normal—and it doesn’t mean your relationship is doomed.
Many partners feel unsure at first. They may fear being blamed, judged, or pushed to make a decision they’re not ready for. That’s why we approach things differently.
Our private retreat isn’t about digging up the past or assigning fault. It’s about creating a safe space where both of you feel seen, heard, and respected—no matter how differently you may feel about the future of your relationship.
We meet each person exactly where they are, even if one of you isn’t sure the relationship can or should be saved.
You don’t need to agree on what you want before coming. In fact, that’s what the retreat is for—to slow things down, sort through the confusion, and gain clarity together, with expert guidance and without pressure.
If your partner is unsure, consider inviting them to:
Read one of our blog posts or testimonials
Watch a short video introduction to our approach
Schedule a brief, no-pressure consultation call to ask their own questions
We’re here to support both of you, at your own pace, with compassion and clarity.
Schedule a brief consult (optional)
Choose dates
Email introduction from your therapist and office details sent
Attend your 2-day intensive → schedule your follow-ups
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