Marathon Couples Therapy
Marathon Couples Therapy is a highly effective approach for addressing cycles of distress and disconnect and working towards healing relationship injuries. In this two or three-day session, we will work to create new patterns of supportive emotional connection, identify new ways of communicating, and work toward rebuilding lost trust. This intensive format allows us to untether from the traditional therapy clock and do months of couples work in a few days.
The Marathon model originated from the Gottman Institute and was found in their research to often be more efficient and effective over traditional weekly therapy sessions. Marathon sessions can be held over 2 or 3 consecutive days for a total of 10-18 hours depending on the individual needs of each couple.
Marathon
I hold Marathon sessions in person at my office here in beautiful Bellingham, WA. Many couples from outside the area choose to take the opportunity to make a retreat weekend getaway of the experience. If you’re coming from out of town, let me know – I’m happy to give you some tips on where to stay and fun things to do while you’re here.
What to Expect
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If you are interested in exploring if a couples intensive is right for you, I offer free consultations for you and your partner to ask me any questions and to determine if I would be a good fit. If you decide to move forward, I will share with you my available dates for a 2 or 3-day intensive, depending on what is best for you.
Prior to our Marathon session, you will each receive a detailed intake questionnaire to help me assess your relationship. This information, along with your stated hopes and goals for our work, will guide our time together. I strive to equally honor each individual’s aspirations, even if they differ.
At the beginning of our Marathon session, I will meet with you each individually to gain further insight into your current and past relationship experiences, informing my understanding of your current relationship dynamics.
I offer both 2-day and 3-day Marathon Intensive options.
Two Day:
The total investment for the 2-day intensive is $2,200. This includes 10-12 hours of therapy time (two, 5-6 hour days) and my written summary of our work at the end.
Three Day:
The total investment for the 3-day intensive is $3,000. This includes 14-18 hours of therapy time (three, 5-6 hour days) and my written 6-8 page summary of our work at the end.
*Please note that Marathon intensives are not covered or reimbursable by insurance. Since I reserve each full day for our work together, I require a deposit of half the total amount due at least 2 weeks before we are scheduled to maintain your spot.
Following our intensive, you and your partner will each receive a comprehensive written summary detailing my assessment, skills, and concepts we covered, and personalized further suggestions and recommendations.
While many couples find the intensive sufficient for meeting their needs and goals, follow-up sessions are available if you desire additional support for continued progress. These sessions are typically 1-4 hours long and scheduled every 4-6 weeks for a short-term period. Follow-up sessions can be in person or online.
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