Premarital counseling gives couples an opportunity to build a strong, thoughtful foundation for their relationship before marriage or long-term commitment. It’s a proactive step that allows you to strengthen your bond and align on important values before entering a deeper phase of your relationship.
At Clarity Counseling Seattle, we love working with engaged or seriously dating couples because we know how powerful these early conversations can be for long-term happiness and success in a partnership.
Pre-Marital Counseling in Seattle, WA
In premarital counseling sessions, we help couples talk through many of the "big ticket" topics that often lead to conflict later if left unaddressed. These include:
- Shared goals for your life and marriage
- Beliefs around religion, politics, and values
- Money, debt, and career expectations
- Sex, intimacy, and affection
- Relationships with extended family and your hopes for your future family
- Expectations around household responsibilities and gender roles
You’ll also gain practical tools—like communication strategies, conflict resolution skills, and ways to express needs and boundaries—that will support you throughout your relationship. As we often say in sessions, skills can be learned, and it’s never too early to start building them together.
For a closer look at how therapy before marriage can benefit your relationship, this blog post may help.
Start Premarital Counseling with Clarity Counseling Seattle
Our licensed therapists and marriage counselors have supported countless couples in creating strong, connected relationships. Couples who participate in premarital counseling often feel more prepared, aligned, and confident heading into their commitment.