You will have two highly respected couples therapists working with you from start to finish. We draw from four different therapy models and work closely together, both in the room and behind the scenes, to give you a level of support and expertise that is hard to find anywhere else.

Couples who are ready to do the work and want a straightforward, efficient approach tend to be a great fit. We work best with couples who are willing to look honestly at what isn’t working, including their own part in it, and want to make meaningful progress without spending months in weekly therapy. The format is also a good fit for busy couples who simply don’t have room for another weekly appointment.

Just you. This is not a class or workshop. The entire weekend is private couples therapy, with both therapists focused exclusively on the two of you and your relationship.

No, we do not take insurance. Insurance companies do not cover the type of program we offer. We are a private pay program.

We don’t rely on just one model - each has its strengths, but also its limits. We use a combination of

• The Gottman Method

• Emotionally Focused Therapy

• Imago

• Relational Life Therapy (RLT)

In addition, we may incorporate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Trauma Informed Therapy, based on your needs. Both of us have extensive, advanced training in these models and have been integrating them into our work with couples for many years.

Yes, and we understand why this question matters. We have experience working with interracial and multiracial couples and understand that race, culture, family expectations, and identity can shape a relationship in important ways. We make room for those conversations without making assumptions about what they mean for the two of you.

Yes. Before your weekend, you’ll complete several confidential assessments and questionnaires that we review closely. We hold several planning meetings to compare notes and prepare a customized agenda for you. If you would like us to consult with your current therapist, we can do that too. The goal is to learn as much as possible before you arrive so we can hit the ground running.

Our intensives take place in our office, located in Vienna, Virginia (about 15 miles outside of Washington, DC). We carefully designed our intensives room to feel warm, inviting, and comfortable. Prefer not to travel? We can come to you. We offer travel-based intensives so you can do this work in a setting that feels comfortable and private. Travel details and pricing are discussed during your consultation.

We intentionally include a Saturday night stay at the Ritz Carlton, Tysons Corner so you can step away from the day to day responsibilities and dedicate the weekend to your relationship. This beautiful hotel is located a few miles from our office. We take care of the reservation and parking details, so you can simple arrive and settle in.

1) Use our online calendar to set up a Zoom consultation

2) Meet with us online to go over any questions, make sure it’s a good fit, and select a weekend.

3) Submit the service agreement and 50% deposit to secure your date

4) Complete assessments so we are ready to go when you arrive

The weekend intensive is $9.800 and includes the full two-day intensive, extensive prepration, two therapists, your personalized materials, and a Saturday night stay at the Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner. See our Investment page for more information.