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If you are experiencing a serious medical condition and need major surgery, would your doctor do the surgery “an hour a week” for 4 – 20 weeks until it is done? Of course not – and that’s why The Excellent Marriage’s one-of-a-kind intensive marriage counseling options are so effective. Even more, it allows couples needing urgent care or couples in crisis to heal their relationship over a half-day, 1 Day, or 2 ½ Day Intensive.

Therapeutic Process

Unlike many intensive marriage counseling programs, therapist Deona Frierson works with one couple at a time. Typically, the couple would participate in a number of double private marriage counseling sessions (240 minutes). It could be one double session or two per day. Also, note that Educational tools are part of the therapeutic process. Most of all, my goal is to equip you with new insight and tools that will give you hope and healing for the future of your marriage. The cost is $300 per hour. Intensives can take place during the week (Monday through Friday), or on a pre-scheduled weekend.

INTENSIVES ARE DESIGNED FOR COUPLES WHO:

  • Desire quick results
  • Experienced an Affair or Infidelity
  • Are experiencing significant distress in their relationships
  • Are unable to attend traditional therapy each week due to scheduling conflicts or work commitments
  • Live out-of-state

HALF-DAY INTENSIVE (4–6 HOURS)

These 4-hour sessions – the equivalent of a full month of therapy – are for couples who are on the verge of imminent separation or divorce.

1 DAY INTENSIVE (8-10 HOURS)

This session helps by assisting couples in connecting and exploring the root causes of marital dissatisfaction.

2 ½ DAY INTENSIVE (16–20 HOURS)

These 2 ½ days are geared toward couples who have experienced an affair or are extremely disconnected, separated, or divorced. Similar to our marriage counseling retreats, this option, which can be considered a marriage-intensive retreat, allows you to separate from day-to-day activity to primarily focus on the marriage.

Marriage Intensives Travel Arrangements

The Excellent Marriage is located in the beautiful Queen City of Charlotte, NC. In addition, our office location is within a five-mile proximity of the beautiful uptown Charlotte and easily accessible from anywhere. In addition, there are two major interstates that allow convenient access to the office.

Hotels

Due to our close proximity to Uptown Charlotte, there are numerous hotels to choose from based on your preference. Therefore, All the major brands as well as locally owned hotels have options ranging from 5-star to 3-star.
Driving Time to/from Charlotte, NC:
Columbia, SC – 1.15 hours
Greenville/Spartanburg, SC – 1.5 hours
Raleigh, NC – 2 hours
Charleston, SC – 3.5 hours
Atlanta, GA – 3.5 hours

Airport

The closest airport is the Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Most importantly, Charlotte Douglas is a major airport with many non-stop flights. Also, the airport is approximately 15 minutes away from The Excellent Marriage office, the location for the Marriage Intensive.

What Sets Us Apart

Unlike many counseling programs, our intensives are exclusively one-on-one. Therapist Deona Frierson works with only one couple at a time, ensuring undivided attention and personalized care. This approach allows us to deeply understand your relationship and equip you with the tools necessary to rebuild trust, connection, and intimacy. Whether facing a crisis or seeking marriage maintenance in Charlotte, North Carolina, this focused approach provides the support needed to strengthen and restore relationships.

We integrate educational tools and structured therapy techniques to help couples achieve:

  • Deep emotional connection
  • Conflict resolution strategies
  • Trust rebuilding after infidelity
  • Effective communication techniques

Our Approach: Focused & Effective

Time is precious when your relationship is at stake. Our intensive approach condenses months of therapy into focused, transformative sessions that deliver immediate results. These intensives are particularly beneficial for couples who:

  • Need urgent intervention for their marriage
  • Struggle with scheduling conflicts that prevent weekly therapy
  • Live out of state and require dedicated counseling time
  • Have experienced infidelity or serious marital distress

Sessions take place at our Charlotte, NC, location, with flexible scheduling during weekdays and pre-arranged weekends.

FAQ

What is Intensive Marriage Counseling, and how does it differ from traditional therapy?
Intensive Marriage Counseling is an immersive, solution-focused approach designed to help couples resolve deep-seated issues in a shorter period. Unlike traditional therapy, which spreads sessions over weeks or months, intensives provide extended, back-to-back counseling that fosters faster emotional breakthroughs and lasting change.
What types of relationship challenges can Intensive Marriage Counseling address?
This approach is ideal for couples dealing with infidelity, trust issues, ongoing conflict, emotional disconnection, or those at risk of separation. It also benefits partners who want to strengthen their relationship but have limited availability for weekly counseling.
Is Intensive Marriage Counseling suitable for couples who are already separated or divorced?
Yes, separated or divorced couples can use this process to explore reconciliation, gain closure, or improve co-parenting dynamics. The structured setting allows for deep conversations that may not happen organically, helping both individuals find clarity and direction.
Can one partner attend an intensive alone if the other is unwilling?
While intensives are most effective when both partners participate, individuals can still benefit by gaining insight into their relationship patterns and personal growth. A solo intensive can provide tools to navigate relationship challenges, whether in the current relationship or future ones.
What are the main advantages of an intensive format compared to weekly counseling?
Intensives provide immediate, uninterrupted focus on the relationship, allowing couples to resolve complex issues more efficiently than traditional weekly therapy. This concentrated approach helps break negative cycles, rebuild trust, and create actionable plans for long-term improvement.

Let’s Talk About How We Can Help!

Your relationship matters, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. If you’re looking to strengthen your bond, improve communication, or navigate challenges together, contact us today. Let’s work together to build a healthier, happier future.