Is this counselling or a retreat? 

This is a structured marriage enrichment with therapeutic guidance, evidence-based tools, and coached experiences designed as a getaway experience—more intensive than a retreat, and different from weekly counselling. 

How do we know if this programme is right for us? 

Every couple goes through a 1-hour exploratory session to assess readiness, fit, and safety to ensure this format will genuinely help you. 

What if we don’t have “big problems”? 

Many couples don’t. Feeling distant, stuck, or disconnected is reason enough to seek support. 

What if we fight a lot? 

That is common. The programme prioritises emotional safety, structure, and 
de-escalation as part of the deeper work. 

What if one of us is unsure about staying married? 

Marriage Getaway aims to Reset, Renew, Restore, in a restorative environment anchored upon the principles of Focus Marital Therapy - a tried and tested evidence-based approach. Many marriages have been impacted by this approach. The exploratory session helps us discern whether this programme is appropriate at this stage or if another care pathway may be more suitable.  

Is this suitable if there has been an affair? 

If an affair is ongoing, this format of intensive is usually not helpful yet. We are here to guide you towards the appropriate next step, you may visit https://family.org.sg/counselling/ to make an appointment. 

Is this suitable if there is violence at home? 

This programme is not suitable if there is violence at home. Safety always comes first and we will help you find appropriate specialised support.