Couples Therapy For Marriage Enhancement
Private Psychotherapy & Intensive Retreats To Fix Your Relationship
Are you ready to connect with each other, rebuild trust, and make your relationship a priority? We offer traditional couples therapy along with private retreats to help you and your partner break your negative cycles and create positive change.
Couples Therapy Options
All couples can choose between an intensive counseling format, or traditional shorter psychotherapy sessions. There are several benefits to working intensively and efficiently on a Couples Retreat instead of stretching out the treatment over months of traditional therapy sessions. However, we understand that not every couple is ready to move that quickly, so please consider which option is a better fit for your goals.
Private Couples Retreat
There are many benefits to an Intensive Couples Therapy Retreat.
- Significant results in 3 days versus 6 months of therapy
- Create momentum each hour for deeper healing
- Retreats are easier to schedule than weekly sessions
- The condensed format is easier if you are commuting from another state
- There is often higher motivation and engagement on a retreat due to the intensive format
Traditional Couples Therapy
Traditional therapy can be a better option for some couples.
- A slower pace that allows more time to process strong emotions
- Traditional therapy is sometimes covered by insurance
- A more gradual introduction to skills and the therapy process
- The financial cost is spread out over a longer period of time
Dr. David Helfand, PsyD
Couples Therapy Expert
Dr H specializes in quickly discovering why people are stuck in their negative cycles and helping them to identify the best methods to help them break free. He has extensive training in neuroscience, health psychology, marriage therapy, meditation, and yoga.
The Tools of Couples Therapy
I’m often asked why the divorce rate is so high. My answer is that people are rarely taught relationship skills. Imagine if construction workers were not taught how to properly build houses. How many homes would fall or collapse? I educate every couple on the three pillars of relationship success: connect, reflect, and redirect.
Preparing For Couples Counseling
Choosing the right counselor is an important decision. We understand that both of you need to feel safe and confident in your choice, so if you need more time to understand how we have helped so many other couples improve couples communication, overcome a sexless marriage, work on affair recovery, or even provide premarital counseling, then learn more about our approach in couples counseling. We are here to help when you are ready.
Frequently Asked Questions
I want every one of my clients to experience a peaceful and fulfilling life without the need for ongoing professional support. I want you to become independent, successful, and understand how to increase your own resiliency using scientifically proven techniques that correct the root cause of your issues. I have dedicated years of my training to learn and refine these skills so I can teach them to you.
Sometimes. I am currently only accepting Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance plans, but Couples Retreats and other services I offer are not covered by insurance. Traditional shorter couples counseling sessions can sometimes be covered.
My general fee is $400 per hour (half-hour sessions are also available). Couples Therapy Retreats are $1600 per day, and all retreats include free access to the online Couples Course. You can book 1, 2, or 3 days for your retreat.
Each day of the retreat is equal to at least 1 month of really good therapy. We are able to continuously work on your goals without stopping and starting which creates momentum and allows for deeper work with better outcomes. Many individuals and couples also find it difficult to attend weekly sessions, so the condensed format of a retreat allows for easier attendance.
All Retreats can be virtual or in-person. Virtual retreats are currently only available if you are located in VT, MA, or FL. In-person retreats are hosted at LifeWise located in Saint Johnsbury, VT.
Because retreats are offered on a limited schedule, there is a strict cancellation policy. A non-refundable deposit of 50% is due upon booking. You can transfer your deposit one time in specific cases. The final payment is due 1 week before your retreat and is non-refundable and non-transferable for any reason including inclement weather and family emergencies.
Not at this time. I work with one couple at a time to maintain your privacy and allow me to focus on your specific needs in a more tailored and customized manner.
Let's Get Started
If you are motivated and ready to make positive changes in your life, we are ready to help you. Contact us today to explore working together.