Couples Counseling
Christian Marriage Counseling
Marriage is hard. Faith does not make it effortless — it gives it meaning and a framework for repair. Edifi counselors are trained in evidence-based couples work and understand the covenant weight of what you are working to protect.
Our approach
How Edifi approaches marriage counseling
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Evidence-based couples work
The Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy are among the most research-supported couples interventions available. Edifi counselors are trained in these frameworks, not just faith-adjacent conversation.
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Covenant-aware
Your counselor understands what marriage means theologically — not just relationally. That includes the weight of covenant, the complexity of forgiveness, and the role of spiritual expectations in marital dynamics.
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Not automatically pro-stay or pro-divorce
Our counselors help couples make informed decisions about their relationship. In cases involving abuse or safety concerns, Edifi counselors are trained to prioritize safety over any other goal.
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Individual sessions available alongside couples work
Some couples benefit from individual counseling running alongside couples sessions. Edifi can accommodate both with a coordinated approach.
The process
What to expect in couples counseling
Joint intake session
Your first session is with both partners. Your counselor gathers the relationship's history, current tensions, and what each of you is hoping for from counseling.
Identify the patterns
Sessions focus on the recurring cycles and communication breakdowns that create disconnection — not just the content of arguments but the structure beneath them.
Build tools and reconnect
Your counselor equips you with evidence-based skills for repair, communication, and sustained connection — and holds you accountable to using them between sessions.
Why Edifi
What sets our counselors apart
- ✓Certified counselors — AACC, ACBC, and other credentials
- ✓Many also hold state clinical licenses (LMFT, LCSW, LPC)
- ✓Evidence-based methods: CBT, EMDR, EFT, and more
- ✓HIPAA-secure video sessions on any device
- ✓Flexible scheduling, including evenings and weekends
- ✓Switch counselors at any time, no questions asked
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
- Should we try marriage counseling before considering separation?
- Marriage counseling is most effective before a couple reaches crisis. But even in difficult seasons — including after infidelity or major ruptures — couples who engage genuinely often find meaningful improvement. The earlier you start, the more options you have.
- Can one spouse attend without the other?
- Yes. Individual counseling for relational and marital issues is a valid approach, and one partner's growth frequently affects the relationship significantly. One person changing their patterns changes the system.
- Does Edifi support couples considering divorce?
- Our counselors are trained to support couples wherever they are, including in navigating difficult decisions about the future of their relationship. In cases involving abuse, safety comes before any other consideration.
- Do you work with pre-marital couples?
- Yes. Pre-marital counseling is one of the most evidence-supported investments a couple can make. It significantly reduces the risk of divorce and helps couples identify potential conflict areas before they become entrenched.
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