In-person couples therapy involves meeting face-to-face with a licensed therapist in an office or retreat setting.
Virtual couples therapy—sometimes called online marriage counseling or teletherapy—takes place over a secure video platform, often from the comfort of your own home.
Pros of In-Person Couples Therapy
- Nonverbal cues are easier to read
Therapists can observe body language and micro-expressions more clearly. - Fewer distractions
Physically being in a neutral, professional space removes home-related interruptions. - Powerful for intensive therapy
In-person private marriage retreats allow for immersive, uninterrupted work.
Pros of Virtual Couples Therapy
- More accessible
No need to travel or take time off work. Especially great for busy professionals or parents. - Safe and comfortable environment
Meeting from home can reduce anxiety and help partners open up more easily. - Same level of professional care
Our virtual couples therapy sessions are led by licensed therapists using evidence-based frameworks like Imago Therapy. - Just as effective—sometimes more so
Research shows that online therapy can be just as effective as in-person, especially when both partners are committed and focused.
Is a Virtual Marriage Retreat Right for You?
If you’re looking for more than 50-minute weekly sessions, but don’t want to travel or disrupt your routine, a virtual marriage retreat might be the perfect fit.
At The Marriage Restoration Project, we offer online couples therapy intensives that combine:
- 🔬 Evidence-based methods (like Imago Relationship Therapy)
- 🧭 Shlomo’s unique 5-step process for lasting change
- 🔁 Follow-up sessions to help you stay on track post-retreat
- 🔐 100% confidential, private, and customized to your relationship
You’ll get the same level of personalized care you’d receive in-person—without the logistics of travel.
What Our Virtual Clients Are Saying
“We were hesitant to do a virtual marriage retreat, but it was the best decision we’ve made for our relationship. We made huge breakthroughs—without even leaving our living room.”
— M. & J., California
“Shlomo guided us through deep emotional work that we didn’t think was possible over Zoom. It honestly felt more connected than past therapy we’d done in person.”
— A. & D., Florida
How to Decide: Virtual or In-Person?
| Consideration | Choose In-Person If… | Choose Virtual If… |
|---|---|---|
| Schedule | You can take time off to travel | You have limited time or flexibility |
| Environment | You want to leave your home for a neutral space | You prefer your own environment |
| Depth of Work | You want a multi-day immersive experience | You want that same depth—but from home |
| Travel Ability | You can travel without stress | You need a convenient, no-travel option |
Don’t let distance prevent you from getting help
Whether you’re ready to travel for an in-person couples therapy retreat or prefer to stay home for a virtual marriage intensive, we’ve got you covered.
