Marriage Workshops
Start your journey towards a happier and more fulfilling relationship today...
Presented by Dr. Bianca Ramosdelrio, PhD
Trained Gottman Leader
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What You Will Learn in This Workshop
The Seven Principles Program offers you new insights and research-based relationship skills that can dramatically enhance the intimacy and friendship in your relationship. You'll learn how to resolve conflict in a healthy, productive way, fostering a deeper connection and mutual respect.
Workshop Structure:
This workshop combines expert teaching and demonstrations with one-on-one work sessions where you and your partner focus on your relationship. Confidentiality is strictly maintained, ensuring a safe and private environment. While we encourage questions and comments, participation in discussions is entirely optional.
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How To:
- Foster Respect, Affection, and Closeness:
Build a foundation of mutual respect and affection to deepen your bond.
- Build and Share a Deeper Connection:
Understand and connect with each other’s inner worlds for a more profound emotional connection.
- Keep Conflict Discussions Calm:
Learn techniques to maintain calm and constructive dialogue during conflict discussions.
- Break Through and Resolve Conflict Gridlock:
Develop strategies to overcome and resolve entrenched conflicts.
- Strengthen and Maintain Relationship Gains:
Implement practices to reinforce and sustain improvements in your relationship over time.
Join us to transform your relationship with proven methods and expert guidance. Together, we’ll help you create a more fulfilling, connected, and resilient partnership.
Upcoming National-VIRTUAL and in person NC, Workshops:
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Day TBT - Feb 2025 (virtual) 7 weeks
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*$295 per couple / $195 Early Bird (by 1 Dec 2024)
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Day TBT 9am to 4pm- (1 day) March 2025 (in person)
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*$450 per couple / $350 Early Bird (by 1 Feb 2024)
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Is This Workshop for Us?
The Gottman Seven Principles Program is designed for all couples in a committed relationship, including:
- Married Couples: Strengthen your existing bond and enhance your marital satisfaction.
- Pre-Engaged Couples: Explore your relationship dynamics and prepare for a future together.
- Engaged or Premarital Couples: Build a solid foundation for a lasting marriage.
- Couples at Every Phase: Whether you are newlyweds or have been together for decades, this program is beneficial for all stages of relationships.
- Couples Looking to Enhance Their Relationship: Improve and deepen an already “good” marriage or relationship.
- Couples Needing Conflict Management Tools: Gain effective strategies for resolving conflicts healthily and constructively.
- Couples Considering Therapy: For those not ready for weekly therapy sessions, this workshop serves as a valuable introduction.
- Inclusive for All: Welcoming people of all backgrounds, ages, faiths, and sexual orientations.
Important Note:
If you are dealing with emotional abuse, domestic violence, unwanted touch, or substance abuse, this class is not appropriate. Please seek individual or couples therapy for these serious issues.
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First Responders, Military/Veterans, K-12 Educators , and Counseling Students/Interns - as a "thank you" for all you do, are eligible to save 10%. Please email adam@smitheycounseling.com for a special discount code.
Purchased Separately:To complete your workshop experience, you will need one of the following:
$25/book
$50/pair
$75/set
The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work
(includes one book)
Gives you everything you need to work through the program together.
The Seven Principles Couples Workbook
(includes two workbooks)
Allows you to privately record answers and journal thoughtfully about the concepts in the book as they apply to your relationship. It takes you step-by-step through the interactive exercises in each chapter of The Seven Principles Book.
The Seven Principles Box Set
(includes one book, two workbooks, plus the Love Maps and Open Ended Questions Card Decks)
Allows you to fully experience the Seven Principles together during and long after the workshop.
Event Policies:
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Transfer/Cancellation Policy:- If cancellation is made on or before the Early Bird Registration deadline, a full refund minus a $75 processing fee will be provided.- If your cancellation occurs after the Early Bird Registration deadline, your registration will be converted to a credit, valid for a full year, which can be applied to future workshops.
Additional Workshop Information:
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Our couples workshop is presented as a seminar and is intended to be psycho-educational rather than therapeutic. We also offer virtual and in-person couples therapy, consultations, and additional resources through Smithey Counseling Services. While the workshop content is based on sound research and principles, there is no warranty or guarantee, expressed or implied, regarding the benefits of this workshop for your specific concerns.
Assessment First?
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While not required, some workshop couples may benefit from completing a Limited Assessment prior to attending. This includes an extensive online questionnaire and a 60-minute session to review the information, gain insights, and determine which portions of the workshop may provide the greatest benefit. You will also receive tailored suggestions and resources. For more information, email b.ramosdelriomft@gmail.com
Private Couples or Group Workshop Options:
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For high-profile couples or those who prefer more privacy, we offer private 1:1 or small-group presentations (with friends or family). The Seven Principles Program presentation is tailored specifically to you and your relationship, providing expert support from Dr. Adam throughout the experience. We offer flexible scheduling options, including weekdays, evenings, and weekends, to meet your needs. The workshop can be tailored to fit your schedule, ranging from 2 to 12 hours of time, and can be presented live virtually or in your home (inquiry direct for pricing).
* Materials are Sold Separately (see below). All Early Bird discount ends 30 days before the event.
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*Please feel free to contact us for individual couples session inquiries below!
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