Marriage Preparation Course
What if love alone isn’t enough?
Create a strong, loving and lasting relationship. Gain the skills, confidence, and connection you need to start your future together—starting NOW.
Enrol in our course for engaged and newly-wed couples.
One Time Payment from $270
No Fluff. No Preaching.
In-Person Coaching Available
You're deeply in love and excited for the future. But as the wedding planning kicks off, you might catch yourself wondering…
Are we ready for everything life will throw at us after the big day?
Not because anything feels wrong. But because deep down, you know marriage is more than just romance and good intentions. It’s about communication under pressure, staying connected when life gets messy, and building something lasting, together.
Maybe you’ve already tried:
Reading relationship books that felt too generic
Having heartfelt conversations that go in circles
Looking into couples counselling, but it felt too formal or expensive
Downloading checklist PDFs that ended up forgotten in your inbox
You’re not alone—and it’s not your fault.
Most couples enter marriage hopeful but underprepared.
That’s not because they don’t care. It’s because the tools out there often miss the mark. They’re either too fluffy, too clinical, or simply not designed for the realities of modern relationships.
I’ve worked with couples for years, and I’ve seen the same pattern over and over. That’s why I created something different. A course that’s practical, honest and designed to give you both the clarity and confidence to start marriage on strong ground.
The Big Problem
So many couples are excited to get married, but are quietly worried they’re missing something.
Especially when it comes to communication. They’ve tried books and checklists. Maybe even therapy.
But none of it felt tailored to them.
Imagine starting marriage with total confidence
No more second-guessing or wondering if you’re ‘doing it right’.
You’ve already done the work, together. You understand each other’s needs, values, stress triggers and how to move through hard moments as a team.
You’re:
Sipping coffee one morning, laughing about a disagreement that once would’ve spiralled into a fight, but now gets resolved in minutes
Walking into your wedding day knowing you’re ready, not just for the party, but for the real life afterwards
Talking honestly about expectations, intimacy and boundaries and it feels surprisingly safe
Having conversations about family, money or parenting without shutting down or getting stuck
This isn’t a dream. It’s the result of thoughtful marriage preparation.
The truth?
Most couples spend more time planning their wedding than their marriage.
I used to think love would be enough. But when I hit friction in my own marriage, we’d just say, “It’ll work itself out.”
Spoiler: it didn’t.
One small argument turned into something much bigger than it needed to be. And in that moment, I realised how unprepared we were. Not for love, but for the work of partnership.
That experience shaped how I now support couples in my counselling practice, and it sparked the creation of the Marriage Preparation Course.
Introducing the Marriage Preparation Course
This course was created by me, a counsellor who works with real couples every week, and knows the difference between surface-level advice and what actually helps.
I’ve taken insights from relationship science, therapy, and years of client work to create a step-by-step, online program that guides you through the big topics every couple needs to explore. It’s down-to-earth, easy to follow and entirely non-religious.
You can complete it together at your own pace, from anywhere.
It’s completely DIY, but if you want extra support, you can also book relationship coaching sessions with me along the way.
Inside, you’ll find six self-paced modules and the tools I use in sessions, only now, they’re yours to work through in your own time and space.
No fluff. No lectures. Just honest conversations and the kind of prep you’ll wish everyone had before getting married.
What couples are saying:
We loved the course! It opened up conversations for us to discuss in preparation for possible engagement. It covered aspects that all couples should explore before marriage but can be difficult to remember or recognise while in the honeymoon phase of a relationship!
The marriage preparation course gave my partner and I a safe space to talk and learn about ourselves and each other. I feel I am more accepting of myself, my partner and our relationship.
My Fiancé, Ken and I were really struggling with the ‘blended families’ situation, especially around my two stepsons. We needed some guidance around parenting, and this helped us talk it through without tension.
There are two ways to experience the course:
ONLINE COURSE ONLY: $270
The first option includes the entirely online, self-paced course, allowing you to learn at your convenience.
ONLINE COURSE + COACHING: $650
The second option offers the online course, supplemented with 2 x 1-hour personalised couples coaching sessions with a qualified relationship counsellor. These sessions are scheduled at a time that suits you, providing additional support and guidance tailored to your unique relationship needs.
Here’s what’s inside:
Before
You’re unsure where to begin…
After
Self-paced modules guide you through everything—from conflict to finances—with structure and clarity.
Before
You have surface-level talks.
After
The digital workbook opens space for deeper conversations that stick.
Before
You're guessing how healthy your relationship is.
After
The ‘How Healthy Is Your Relationship?’ quiz gives you a clear snapshot.
Before
You clash without knowing why.
After
The personality and love language tools reveal unique insights that change how you relate.
Before
Conflict leaves you feeling wounded.
After
The “3-Part Framework to Everlasting Love” helps you respond, not react, in tough moments.
Enrol in the HHC Marriage Preparation Course and transform your love story into a lifelong adventure built on connection, compatibility, and communication.
Meet Your Guide
Hi, I’m Honni—counsellor, EMDR therapist and relationship coach based in the Scenic Rim, Queensland. I’ve been married for over 30 years, raised five children, and supported hundreds of couples through the highs and lows of real-life relationships.
I created this Marriage Preparation Course because I kept seeing the same thing in my practice—couples deeply in love, but unsure how to prepare for the long haul. They didn’t want therapy. They just wanted honest tools, clear guidance and a chance to talk about the big stuff before life got too busy.
This course brings together everything I’ve learned, both personally and professionally. My hope is that it helps you build a strong foundation, so your marriage feels like a safe and thriving place, for both of you.
Warm regards,
Honni
Marriage Course – FAQs
How long does the Marriage Preparation Course take?
Each module will take around 20 minutes to watch, and you’ll also need to allow 30 – 60 minutes to reflect and work through the workbook.
Most couples focus on one module per week and complete the online course in about 6 weeks.
But you can move through the content in a shorter amount of time, or take as much time as needed to absorb the content and apply it to your relationship.
Is this course suitable for both engaged couples and those who have are in a long-term relationship?
Absolutely! Our course is designed to benefit both engaged couples preparing for marriage and those in long-term relationships.
The principles of effective communication, relationship-building, and conflict resolution are universally applicable, regardless of your relationship stage
How do I access the course materials?
Upon enrolment, you’ll receive login credentials to our online platform, where you can access all course materials and the digital workbook.
You will retain lifetime course access to the materials, so you can also refer back to them at any time you need to.
Do we take this course as a couple, or do we do it individually?
The course is specifically designed for couples, and we encourage you to go through it together. Learning and applying the content as a team allows for a deeper understanding and shared growth, enhancing your connection.
What happens if we need additional support beyond the course?
I understand that each relationship is unique, and sometimes additional support is needed. You have the option to book extra one-on-one counselling sessions with me, Honni. I’m here to help you build a strong and lasting partnership.
What is the refund and cancellation policy?
Due to the digital nature of the course, workbook, and bonus guides – where you can immediately download all of the training – refunds are not available.
Does completing a Marriage Preparation course really strengthen a marriage?
Studies reveal that premarital counselling is an effective tool to use as you begin your married life. Researchers have discovered that it is a helpful way to improve your communication and conflict management skills while increasing your overall relationship quality and satisfaction.
Couples who engage in premarital counselling have a more realistic view of marriage and a deeper level of commitment to each other. These couples reported having an easier adjustment to married life than those who didn’t participate in premarital counselling.
What happens in the Couples Counselling Sessions?
The Counselling Sessions are personalised for you as a couple, so you can discuss the Modules you have completed in the course and anything else you want to discuss.
The sessions are fun, engaging and designed to help you as a couple get to know each other better and equip you with the tools for a long lasting marriage.
You can always purchase extra couple counselling sessions if you wish to.
Is the HHC Marriage Preparation Course for younger or older couples?
BOTH! No matter how old you are, this course will help you prepare for your marriage. Couples young and old have gained new insights about themselves, their fiancé and their relationship with this course. And no matter how old you are…there is always something extra to learn.
Can I give the HHC Marriage Preparation Course to a Couple as a gift?
What a wonderful idea, and yes you can!
The most flexible option would be to buy a gift voucher to the amount you would like to gift the happy couple and then they can choose the package that suits them.
Extra couple coaching sessions can always be purchased as desired. Please contact Honni for more information about gift vouchers.
Have another question that isn’t answered here?…. That’s no worries! Please email me at contact@honnihaytoncounselling.com.au with your question and I’ll get straight back to you.