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Our Retreat

Reignite your relationship in Washington State.

Retreats offer concentrated, uninterrupted time so that couples can focus on their relationship without distractions. This intensive counseling format provides a safe space conducive to open and honest communication between partners. Couples gain a toolkit of strategies and techniques that help rebuild friendship, trust, and intimacy.

Meet our team of experts

All of our therapists have advanced training from some of the top institutes in the country. Half are doctors, and all have a wide range of experience with all types of couples.


  • Well worth the time and money.

    Because of the BIG BIG Book, it’s like you’ve already had more than a year’s worth of therapy before the first session. The Intensive Couples Therapy is well worth the time and money.

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  • My wife and I feel very relieved.

    We are looking forward enthusiastically to a happily ever after life.

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  • Before the weekend, it was impossible to talk about the relationship without arguments.

    We are now able to work through most of our major disagreements. There has definitely been a shift to continued and better communication. We feel closer. Like two steps forward one step back, whereas before it felt like one step forward, two steps back.

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  • Previous couples therapy was not helpful.

    We felt consecutive hours might propel us to a faster resolution. It allowed for undivided attention to be focused on the relationship. Now we are seeing each others’ perspectives. We have self-awareness, talking tools.

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  • Beyond my expectations.

    Our couples therapist put together my life into an understanding that 2 decades worth of therapy was unable to do. It allowed me to recognize the reason for my behavior and the change needed. We had an incredible couples intensive which put us on the track for success!

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  • We were trying to reconcile after a long affair.

    The weekend retreat allowed us space to be vulnerable with each other. We are more patient with each other. We talk more about how we are feeling. We listen to what the other has to say. We understand our pasts better to help us move into our future.

    Recent client reports
  • Marathon Couples Therapy

    It was a difficult, intense experience but necessary. I think the format (marathon couples therapy) is great for busy people who are feeling stuck. It’s efficient. You’ll learn a lot in a short period of time.

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  • I had filed for divorce.

    Our core issues were outbursts of anger, different beliefs in parenting style, and a profound inability to communicate effectively. We now know what triggers to avoid and are making changes.

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  • I wanted to stop feeling angry so much of the time.

    Since the intensive, I don’t feel so angry with my husband. He is doing so much more and is kinder to me. We have experienced improved fondness and general kindness throughout the day, we have recommitment to working together, and we address difficult issues more gently.

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  • Good core relationship but devoid of intimacy.

    We became closer immediately and we knew what we had to work on to keep our relationship healthy. “Maintenance” lists were given and many resources that do/will help down the road.

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The Process

Reserving your Washington couples retreat

01.

Schedule A Call

Learn more. Our administrative team is here to assist you. They’re well-versed in science-based couples therapy and know our team thoroughly. They’ll answer all your questions and help you find the right couples therapist.

Talk With Our Team

02.

Choose with Confidence

Directly speak with the therapist. Discuss your situation, and ask any questions. We offer this service at no cost.

Discuss Your Situation

03.

We Study Your Every Word

This is a comprehensive assessment instrument of unparalleled depth. Our couples say it was the start of their therapeutic experience.

Reach Out

04.

Blend Work With a Getaway

Attend the Intensive Therapy Retreat: This weekend exclusively focuses on you and your partner, and we give you our undivided attention. Live locally? Booking a nearby hotel room can enhance your experience.

Begin Your Journey

05.

As Much or as Little as You Need

Participate in our free enhancement course (“Inbox Intensive”) to reinforce your learning. Additional guidance is readily available, whether in-person or through online sessions. Your therapist has an in depth understanding of each of you and your relationship dynamics. Don’t hesitate to reach out.

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Retreats in-person or online

What makes us different?

For over a decade, Couples Therapy Inc. has seen 3500+ couples in couples therapy retreats. It is all we have ever done, and we’ve gotten very good at it. Our cadre of professionals is exceptional. Our assessment instrument was designed specifically for effective intensive work. We are intentionally international and multi-cultural, constantly learning and evolving to improve our work.

  • 5
    Countries Served
  • 10
    Languages Spoken
  • 30+
    Experienced Clinicians
  • 250+
    Client Reviews

Fees for the Intensive

Intensive retreat prices for a weekend are between $3500 and $7000 depending upon the education, location, and experience of your therapist. Additional days can also be arranged. Payment is due at the time of booking and paid for by credit card. We regret not being able to hold dates without payment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are our most frequent inquiries about our couples therapy retreats.

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Please note:

These weekend therapy retreats are not a magic formula. If one of you has little motivation to work on your marriage in a sincere way or is seriously considering divorce, your therapist may recommend a discernment counseling retreat instead of our couples THERAPY retreat.

Your willingness and interest in improving your marriage is essential for this work to succeed. It takes both of you to be open and willing to change.

Couples therapy (including John Gottman’s methods and Emotionally focused therapy) does not work with the following: domestic violence, suicide prevention, personality disorders or alcohol and drug abuse that requires inpatient care.

Seek professional individual mental health services. Finding mental health professionals who have specifically trained is your best option.