Premarital therapy isn’t just for couples with a wedding date circled on the calendar. It’s for anyone stepping into a deeper chapter of commitment whether that’s moving in together, merging finances, blending families, or simply deciding, “We’re choosing each other for the long haul.” These transitions often come with excitement and hope, but they also stir up questions, fears, and growing pains. Therapy is a space to pause, reflect, and make sure the foundation you’re building is strong enough to hold both of you and not just in the easy moments, but when life gets messy.

Premarital Therapy in Los Angeles

Premarital counseling in Hermosa Beach and Los Angeles

What is Premarital Therapy really about?

Every relationship carries with it two unique histories, two sets of communication styles, and two ways of handling stress, conflict, and emotion. Premarital therapy is the space where we lay all of that out with honesty and care, looking not just at where your strengths already shine but also at the tender spots where one of you may feel unseen, unheard, or misunderstood. Instead of avoiding hard conversations or leaving things unspoken, we bring them into the room: How do you navigate conflict when it inevitably shows up? How do you balance independence with togetherness? What happens when family dynamics, money pressures, or stress collide with your love for each other? Together, we’ll explore these questions while building on the resilience you already bring to your partnership. This work isn’t about erasing differences or highlighting flaws; it’s about honoring who you both are, learning to lean into curiosity instead of defensiveness, and creating a shared roadmap that reflects both of your truths. By the time you step into this next chapter of commitment, you won’t just be hoping it works out, you’ll have tools, clarity, and trust to keep choosing each other, again and again, in ways that feel fulfilling, resilient, and alive.

Premarital counseling in Hermosa Beach and Los Angeles

We might be a good fit If...

You want to get clear on your values, expectations, and goals before making a bigger commitment

Premarital counseling in Hermosa Beach and Los Angeles

We might be a good fit If...

You’ve had some miscommunication or recurring conflict and want better tools to navigate those moments

We might be a good fit If...

You’re feeling overwhelmed about the next step and want a space to slow down and check in emotionally

We might be a good fit If...

You’re blending families, cultures or belief systems and want support in creating shared understanding

We might be a good fit If...

You want to learn how to talk about the hard stuff (sex, money, boundaries, conflict, etc) without spiraling

We might be a good fit If...

You’re committed and in love, and just want to make sure you're doing the groundwork to sustain that love long-term

What we’ll work on together in therapy

Premarital counseling in Hermosa Beach and Los Angeles

Communication that sticks



Not just learning how to “use I statements,” but figuring out how to stay emotionally regulated and attuned during hard conversations

Emotional safety

Learning how to be vulnerable with each other and building a space where vulnerability is met with care, not defensiveness or disconnection.

Understanding your histories

How your families, past relationships, and personal experiences shape your beliefs, fears, and needs in the present

Sex, intimacy & connection


Making room for pleasure, navigating differences in desire, and talking about physical closeness without shame or shutdown

Money & decision-making

 Building a framework that aligns with both your values and your realities

Boundaries, roles & expectations

 Who does what, who holds what, and how you want to share the load of daily life

Flexibility & repair

 How to adapt when life shifts, and how to reconnect when something pulls you apart

Openness to feedback

 Learning how to hear each other clearly, even when it’s uncomfortable, and respond in a way that builds trust. Advocating for your own needs and wants instead of expecting each other to read minds and get it right every time.