Premarital Counseling in Orange County & Online in CA
Helping couples approach marriage with intention
Helping couples approach marriage as a team effort is at the heart of my work — because I believe a team mentality can be a true game changer (pun intended!)
Premarital Counseling in Orange County
My approach focuses on building a strong “Team Us” mindset: learning to think, communicate, and make choices as partners who are on the same side. When both teammates look out for each other, everybody wins.
Why premarital counseling matters
Putting in the time and work now is one of the most powerful ways to set your marriage up for success.
Together, we’ll explore what makes your team strong, the values your relationship is anchored in, and the unique strengths each of you bring to create a solid foundation for the years ahead.
We’ll also talk through any recurring tensions or argument loops and tend to the important topics that sometimes feel hard to bring up. Premarital counseling with me offers a safe space to open those conversations and learn how to collaborate on a plan for how you’ll approach them together — as a team.
Sample premarital topics:
THE STORY OF US: reflecting on your relationship and unique strengths as a couple.
COMMUNICATION & UNDERSTANDING: using curiosity to build connection and learn each other’s language.
HANDLING DIFFERENCES: navigating conflict with respect.
CONNECTION & INTIMACY: what connection means to you both, and your shared vision for a fulfilling sex life together.
MONEY & FINANCES: practical teamwork around managing finances and financial decisions.
FAITH, SPIRITUALITY & VALUES: the beliefs and principles that guide you.
BALANCING “ME” and “WE”: maintaining individuality while strengthening partnership
FUTURE GOALS & DREAMS: aligning vision and hopes for life together (career, family, lifestyle).
ANY TOPIC, CHALLENGE, OR SITUATION: Let’s explore any topic impacting your relationship that you would like to improve.
“Love does not consist in gazing at each other, but in looking outward together in the same direction.” -Saint-Exupéry
Premarital Counseling FAQs
Questions about what to expect in premarital counseling? You’re in the right place. Whether you’re preparing for marriage, recently engaged, or seriously dating and wanting to build a stronger foundation, these FAQs offer a glimpse into what our time together can look like.
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Premarital counseling helps couples explore key areas of their relationship before marriage — topics like communication, conflict patterns, shared values, family stories, money, intimacy, and faith. It’s a proactive way to strengthen your foundation and learn skills that support a lifetime of teamwork and understanding.
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Most couples find that four to six sessions create space to go deeper into the topics that really matter. We move at your pace — blending practical tools, guided conversation, and time for reflection. The number of sessions is up to you, we can add on, or do less depending on how you feel.
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The fee is $175/session. I do not take insurance and would be known as an “out-of-network” provider. You can call your insurance company and ask if you are eligible for any out-of-network benefits, and if yes, I can provide a Superbill to submit.
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“Team Us” is my approach to helping couples think of their relationship as a partnership — two people on the same team learning to listen, collaborate, and make decisions together. It helps couples shift from me vs. you to us against the problem.
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Absolutely, if that’s meaningful to you. Many couples I work with want to explore how to integrate their faith in marriage, and we can weave that into our conversations in a way that feels meaningful to you both.
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I offer in-person sessions in Newport Beach and secure online sessions throughout California. Each session is 50 minutes, and I provide journals and reflection prompts between meetings.
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I love continuing to support couples beyond the wedding day. Many check in for a “Year One tune-up” or return when new seasons or challenges arise. My goal is for you to always feel you have a trusted therapist on your lifelong support team.
Hi, I’m Jen!
I’m passionate about helping couples build a strong foundation before marriage. If you are looking for premarital counseling for engaged or seriously dating couples, I offer in-person sessions in Newport Beach and online premarital counseling for couples anywhere in California.
I believe the best time to work on your relationship is before challenges grow bigger. My work focuses on helping partners understand each other’s needs, communicate with care, and nip unhelpful beliefs and patterns in the bud before they escalate.
I’ve been married to my husband since 2001 (and counting!) — and I bring both my professional training and real-life perspective to the couples I work with. Together, we’ll explore what makes your “Team Us” strong and prepare you for a connected, thriving future together.
Get ready to align and shine!
