Transform Your Relationship with a 3-Day EFT Couple Intensive
At Rooted Relational Therapy, we understand that relationships can face challenges that require dedicated time and attention to overcome. Our 3-day couple intensives, led by Certified Emotionally Focused Couple Therapists Doug and Morgan Richard, offer an immersive experience designed to bring couples closer together, resolve conflicts, and build a stronger foundation for the future that gets results equal to 6 months of traditional weekly therapy.
Why Choose a 3-Day EFT Couple Intensive?
Personalized Attention. Each intensive is tailored to address what keeps you and your partner stuck, ensuring our sessions focus on your specific issues and goals.
Expert Facilitation. Doug and Morgan Richard are Fully Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs) and AAMFT-Approved Supervisors, which means they are at the top of the MFT field. On top of that, they are Certified in Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy – the most effective form of couple therapy in existence – and together have over 20 years of experience working with couples using EFCT (formerly known as EFT).
Unique Opportunity. Doug and Morgan also offer a rare chance to work with two highly qualified couple therapists who are also a married couple. This unique dynamic enhances the therapeutic process, offering deeper insights and a more relatable experience. Whether you choose to work with Doug alone or both of them together, you will benefit from their combined experience as a therapist couple. In fact, they are the only EFCT-Certified therapist couple offering intensives in the world.
Intensive Format. The focused, immersive format allows for significant progress in a short period, making it ideal for couples seeking rapid improvement. Doug and Morgan have offered couple intensives since 2017, with a 100% satisfaction rate.
This EFT Couple Intensive Is For…
- Couples interested in significant change – first and foremost, this is for couples committed to making significant changes and willing to invest in their relationship.
- Busy couples – if your schedule makes it difficult to attend regular therapy sessions, an intensive provides the opportunity to make substantial progress over a short period.
- Couples feeling stuck – for couples who are tired of feeling “stuck” and need a jolt of energy to break out of the “same old” cycle and forge a new path.
- Couples experiencing recurrent conflict – for couples stuck in repetitive arguments that don’t seem to resolve through traditional weekly therapy sessions.
- Couples seeking deeper connection – if you want to deepen your emotional and physical intimacy, and reconnect on a deeper level.
- Couples at a crossroads – if you and your partner are facing a critical decision or period in your relationship and need focused time to resolve issues.
- Helping professionals – perfect for therapists, counselors, pastors, healthcare professionals, and others in helping roles who need focused time to strengthen their own relationship.
- Couples who haven’t found success in previous therapy – if therapy hasn’t helped, or was harmful, an EFCT/EFT couple intensive offers a fresh, transformative approach without blame or pointing fingers.
- Pre-marital or newlywed couples – ideal for couples who want to start their marriage with a strong foundation and learn effective communication skills.
- Couples recovering from infidelity – for couples working to rebuild trust and intimacy after an affair or significant breach of trust.
- Couples wanting to get away together – perfect for couples looking to escape their daily routines and dedicate focused time to their relationship in a peaceful, retreat-like setting.
What to Expect
Day One. 9:00 am–10:00 am Joint Intake Session; 10:00 am–11:30 am Individual Session (Partner A); 11:30 am–1:00 pm Break; 1:00 pm–2:30 pm Individual Session (Partner B); 2:30 pm–3:30 pm Joint Session.
Day Two. 9:00 am–11:00 am Joint Session; 11:00 am–1:00 pm Break; 1:00 pm–3:00 pm Joint Session.
Day Three. 9:00 am–11:00 am Joint Session; 11:00 am–1:00 pm Break; 1:00 pm–3:00 pm Joint Session.
Schedule Flexibility. While this schedule provides structure, we remain flexible to accommodate each couple’s needs and progress. The focus is on the quality of work and the depth of transformation and connection.
Benefits of an Intensive
Time-Efficient. Achieve the equivalent results of 6 months of traditional weekly therapy in just three days.
Focused Environment. Away from daily distractions, you and your partner can fully immerse yourselves in the therapeutic process.
Proven Results. Based on attachment science and with a 100% satisfaction rate for over 9 years, you will very likely leave your intensive with renewed trust, better communication, and a much stronger connection.
Two Options
With Doug Richard. Work one-on-one with Doug, who brings his extensive experience and Certification in Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy to guide your intensive.
With Doug and Morgan Richard. Benefit from the combined expertise of two Certified EFCT Therapists, for the most comprehensive couple intensive experience available anywhere in the world.
Client Experiences
“We were able to address issues we’ve been struggling with for years in just a few days. We left with a clear plan and a renewed sense of hope.” – J & M
“Doug’s guidance helped us see each other in a new light and rebuild our trust and connection. It was a new beginning for us.” – R & L
“The work we did together helped us feel more connected than we’ve felt in a long time after going through a hard season. Doug has an amazing and magical ability to hold space for both partners and guide you through the cycles you don’t even realize you’re stuck in. We walked out the other side with so much clarity and a deeper sense of connection and understanding.” – Recent Intensive Clients (2026)
“We couldn’t have asked for a better experience.” – Recent Intensive Clients (2025)
“Things have been so much better since then. I highly recommend this to any couples that struggle to see eye to eye and have recurring issues or arguments that never seem to be resolved.” – Recent Intensive Clients (2025)
“He facilitated bringing us much closer and navigated us through some ugly yet necessary things to transcend us to the next level of love. He did this with compassion, kindness, and you can tell helping and connecting people is his calling in life. We are so thankful to find him and Rooted and would recommend him to anyone struggling or wanting to deepen their bond with their partner.” – Recent Intensive Clients (2025)
“We are so grateful for the three day intensive we spent with Doug and Morgan.” – Recent Intensive Clients (2025)
“We did a lot of research before choosing this couples intensive and there is nothing else like this!” – Recent Intensive Clients (2025)
“We are so glad that we found them!” – Recent Intensive Clients (2025)
“We both left from the process relieved and grateful.” – Recent Intensive Clients (2025)
“Doug helped us recognize the cycle we fall into, and gave us the tools to identify and work through it in a healthier way.” – Recent Intensive Clients (2024)
“We’re beyond grateful and have already recommended this experience to friends.” – Recent Intensive Clients (2024)
“Their presence is beautifully therapeutic and welcoming.” – Recent Intensive Clients (2025)
“We left with a renewed sense of love, connection, and genuine excitement for our future.” – Recent Intensive Clients (2024)
“For the first time, we truly listened to each other, letting go of past hurts, and built a plan for moving forward in our relationship with love and respect.” – Recent Intensive Clients (2024)
“If you want to become closer and stronger as a couple; if you have difficulties that you don’t think you can overcome, Doug and Morgan will provide expert care for your specific needs. Doug and Morgan provided help to us that is beyond that which we could have hoped.” – Recent Intensive Clients (2025)
“Doug’s work is a gift to any couple looking to rediscover the soul connection of their relationship.” – Recent Intensive Clients (2024)
“If you’re entertaining doing it, consider this the encouraging nudge you need to sign up.” – Recent Intensive Clients (2026)
Dates, Rates & Location
Available Dates. Intensives are offered on three consecutive weekdays. Intensives generally should be booked at least one month in advance of your anticipated dates – if you have dates in mind, please let our intake coordinator know when you contact us. Doug can also recommend other options at a consultation meeting.
3-Day Couple Intensive Rates. Clients make three payments: one at the time of booking (after a virtual consultation with Doug), and one each on Day 1 and Day 2 of the intensive.
Doug Richard only: $2,400 at booking, then two payments of $1,200 – $4,800 total.
Doug & Morgan Richard together: $3,450 at booking, then two payments of $1,725 – $6,900 total.
Occasionally, we have dates that we are willing to discount.
Location. Intensives are offered at our beautiful new office in historic downtown Mifflinburg, located in the heart of the gorgeous Susquehanna River Valley. Virtual intensives are available for couples with accessibility needs and/or who meet specific criteria where a virtual intensive is deemed appropriate – the cost for a virtual couple intensive is $4,800 with Doug only.
Where to Stay. There are many great accommodations locally, including Airbnb/VRBOs, hotels, and bed and breakfasts. We can make a few suggestions based on what you’re looking for.
Activities. We highly recommend staying in the area for a week, or at least arriving the day before and staying 1–2 days after your intensive, and exploring all that Mifflinburg, Lewisburg, and the rest of the Susquehanna River Valley have to offer.
Many of our intensive clients travel from within Pennsylvania, as well as from Baltimore, DC, New York City, and beyond – across the country and internationally, including Canada, Mexico, Europe, and Australia. We make no guarantees of success or satisfaction, though 100% of couples have expressed experiencing both since we began offering intensives in 2017.
How to Book a Consultation
Ready to get unstuck and transform your relationship? Book a free intensive consultation with Doug. Call (570) 884-4662 or email [email protected] – be sure to provide a phone number – or fill out the form below.
Spaces are limited, so secure your spot and take a powerful step toward a stronger, more fulfilling relationship.
