Relationship
Experts
Before the Next Step was created by two relationship experts (and Licensed Marriage & Family Therapists) who wanted to help answer the question, “are they the one?!?” in a REAL way. With their combined 20 years experience, Rachel & Stacey have developed a course that takes the mystery out of knowing if you should or shouldn’t move forward in your current relationship.
They provide you with crucial conversations every relationship needs to help you determine if you're ready for the next big step together!
Have you ever thought to yourself…
"I picture a future with this person, but I’m nervous we don't want the exact same things out of life…"
"Are we just going to repeat the same mistakes our parents made?"
"What if our needs and wants for our future are just too different?"
"Issues with intimacy make me concerned about the long run.."
"What if I always feel resentful about doing more around the house?"
...that’s why we created
Before the Next Step!
Get a clear path on how to navigate conversations
Learn specific tools to utilize when conversations get difficult or stuck
Understand how to come together & connect on issues you don't see eye to eye on
Master coping skills solo and together to help you stay regulated
Walk in to the future with confidence & clarity about the next phase of your relationship!
Before the Next Step is for you if….
- You’ve ever had doubt or uncertainty about the future of your relationship because of this topic
- You and your partner(s) aren’t on the same page when it comes to these conversations
- It is tough, uncomfortable or overwhelming to bring this topic up…but you know it needs to happen!
- You know it would be beneficial to work on your relationship but you or your partner(s) aren’t quite ready for couples or pre-marital therapy.
After this module you will….
Have a clear path on how to navigate conversations around this topic
Have specific tools to utilize when this conversation get difficult or stuck
Have ways to come together & connect on this issue, even when you don't see eye to eye
Have learned coping skills to practice solo and together
Have confidence & clarity about the next phase of the relationship (whether that is moving in together, long term partnership, marriage, having kids, etc.)
Frequently Asked Questions….
Q: What is the difference between the individual modules and the full course?
A: The individual modules only cover the specific topic you've chosen (e.g. Living Together, Sex & Intimacy, etc.) The full course contains all ten modules plus community Q & A with Stacey & Rachel. The individual modules do not include community Q & A.
Q: Do I need to do this with my partner, or can I do it solo?
A: We HIGHLY encourage you to do this with your partner(s). The goal of this module is to understand, together, what areas need to be focused and worked on to get the future you all want.
Q: My partner(s) and I don't live together. Is it too early to do this module?
A: This module is for folks that want to make sure they are as ready as possible for their future together. Whether that means your next step is living together, converting religions, marriage, kids, etc. We guide you through important topics every relationship should be discussing before taking that next step...so it's never too early!
Q: What if we can't answer certain questions or have trouble talking about one of the topics?
A: That is EXACTLY what this module is designed to help you navigate. We have scripts, conversation starters, coping skills (to do together and individualy) and so much more. We know this stuff is hard to talk about, that's normal. This module teaches you how to talk about these topics differently so you can hear and see each other where and when it counts.
Q: How long do we have access to this module?
A: You have lifetime access to all of the information you download!
Q: What if some of the conversations don’t feel relevant to me and my relationship?
A: How you choose to use this module is completely up to you. We want you to start with the questions that feel most relevant to your relationship, and if that means you skip 1 or 2, that is your choice! You know your relationship best.
Q: How long does it take to finish a module?
A: That’s the great thing about Before the Next Step, it is self-paced AND you can complete as many or as few of the conversations, relational exercises, etc. as you would like. Each module varies in intensity depending on the relationship, but you can expect to spend an hour to an hour and a half on each topic.
Q: Is this module similar to therapy?
A: While this module contains evidence based interventions and tools, it is NOT therapy nor does it serve as a substitute for therapy.