The Empowered Couple

A MODERN THERAPY RELATIONSHIP LEARNING EXPERIENCE

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We Invite You to Our Version of a Couples Retreat

Real Talk: Relationships are hard. If you’re in a relationship, you know that sometimes we run into things like:

  • Difficulty communicating and understanding each other

  • Arguing in circles or grid locking on something

  • Hitting a routine that could use some new energy and spark 

At MT, we believe in taking care of our lives and doing the work to have long, fulfilled lives. Relationships take WORK y’all, and we’re here for you.

We realized that there are such FEW places for people to focus on building and learning skills to take care of their relationship that isn’t “couples therapy.”

You know, a space for people to gain insight when they feel their relationship isn’t “bad enough” for therapy. So we fixed that with intentional relationship learning sessions.

Calling couples at any relationship stage

The Empowered Couple is based on decades of data and research regarding relationship satisfaction. Our team of passionate couples and family therapists draws from extensive training in the Gottman Couples Method and Stan Tatkin’s Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy. We crafted this unique experience with the proven knowledge and our own experiences working alongside couples and seeing what truly works to help them walk away stronger, together. You’ll not only learn, but practice and experience the difference that these strong relationship foundations introduce.

POUR INTO YOUR RELATIONSHIP & EMERGE MORE CONNECTED

The Empowered Couple helps you nurture your relationship for the long haul with the support to:

  • Develop rituals that keep your relationship strong and growing as both of you do

  • Act as a team to explore new opportunities and mindset around intimacy 

  • Feel welcomed by modern-day therapists who embrace the quirks of real couples

  • Build a foundation of skills based on your scenario to support anything life presents 

  • Feel empowered about your joint purpose to build the love you want together

  • Honor the unique value each partner brings to the whole of the relationship

  • Get grounded in principles, and non-negotiables for your couple

  • Walk away self-aware and conscious about what you both need to feel complete 

THE DETAILS

Highlights

  • Relationship science + attachment styles

  • Roles and communication in your couple

  • Repair and conflict management

  • Creating your future together

Format

  • 1:1 sessions with a couples therapist

  • ~8 hours of coursework proven for success

  • You choose how to break up the time based on your schedule and preferences

  • Offered both in Houston (at our offices) and online

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WHO THIS IS FOR

  • Committed, growth mindset couples

  • Married couples

  • Pre-engaged couples (those considering marriage)

  • Engaged or Premarital couples (those taking steps toward marriage)

  • Every phase of relationships, from newlyweds to senior couples

  • Those who wish to enhance an already “good” marriage or relationship

  • Those needing better conflict management tools

  • Those who care about working on their relationship but don’t think there’s enough “wrong” to warrant couples therapy

  • People of all backgrounds, ages, faiths, sexual orientations, and relationship arrangements

WHO THIS IS NOT FOR (RIGHT NOW)

If you are experiencing high, frequent conflict or are teetering on whether the relationship is viable or not, or are dealing with a significant challenge like emotional abuse, domestic violence, unwanted touch, or substance abuse, this class is not appropriate. If you are in any of the above situations, we can help you get connected to the appropriate support avenues to get the help you’re looking for. 

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FAQ

  • This is a designated time away for couples to refresh and reset their relationship. It is a time to be intentional about reconnecting with your partner and take advantage of uninterrupted time together in the presence of relationship therapists who love supporting the modern couple (quirks and all) to find a true team mentality and connection that they can rely on with anything life brings their way.

    You can expect to:

    • Learn what matters to you both and why

    • Understand the reasoning behind it all, rooted in research and science

    • Have some FUN talking about intimacy and the enjoyable aspects of being together

    • Gain support from an upbeat couples therapist in case you get stuck or have questions

    • Experience a time to be vulnerable and practice what you’ve learned in the privacy of your home

    • Take away valuable skills, agreements, and grounding principles to bring into the life of your relationship together

  • Yes! Join us from where you’re most comfortable if you can’t make it in person to get the value of The Empowered Couple. We will share a link to join us in your registration confirmation and provide all the information you need leading up to our sessions.

  • Life is hectic, but you deserve to have a good life with your partner, and sometimes that means dedicating time to do the work in a setting that welcomes you as you are. We aren’t looking to change you, your partner, or your connection. What we are here to do is support you with the areas you’d like to grow in through skill-building based in science and takeaways that you can apply back at home at a pace you prefer.

    If you want to give to your relationship in an intentional way that isn’t a forced date night to fit society’s standards of a successful couple, this weekend is your judgment-free and loving environment to create transformational outcomes.

  • This is not couples or group therapy but rather a retreat with access to therapist-led knowledge and insight. The space we create is all about creating what you want to gain and meeting others who experience learning right alongside you.

    If you’ve never done therapy before as individuals or as a couple, this is a beautiful opportunity to see what support feels like for you both. All you need to participate is a desire to make your relationship feel great, exhale, and feel comfortable with the person who matters most to you.

  • Go ahead and contact us here, and we will help you navigate this!

  • This experience is more productive when both partners are present, and that was the design we built it around. That said, we love your interest! Shoot us a message, and let’s discuss how to meet your growth goals.

Let’s take care of your relationship, y’all. Your life and longevity will thank you dearly.

Testimonials

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“An excellent three days. I feel like my fiancé and I are better equipped to tackle relationship difficulties.”

“We were very close friends but now know how to be better friends.”

“Practicing and applying new things came easier than I expected, and I am excited to continue!”

“[Positive highlights:] Taking the time to practice with our partner and apply some of the new skills. Seeing demonstrations was really helpful as well.”

“Lots of opportunities to practice material.”

“Great space/venue for the workshop - “homey””