Good Beginnings

Service Description

Ideal for a new couple pre-marriage, or for established married couples who are seeking to enhance their communication and improve their relationship according to the Prophetic model. Also a thoughtful gift idea for a new couple to help set their journey together on the right foot. The full course usually takes 4x 1 hour sessions with Abdul-Kareem and Hiba (ideally in person, however online option is also available). Included is access to the Prepare/Enrich questionnaire which is the #1 premarital and marriage assessment tool, using evidence-based skills and insights to foster healthy relationships. Course Outline: - The Prophetic Model of Marriage - Knowing your Strengths as a Couple - Communication Styles - Stress - Conflict Management and Resolution - Understanding Each Other and your Families - Being Yourself in a Couple - Financial management What You'll Learn: - Effective Communication Learn about positive communication styles and practice your assertiveness and active listening skills. - Self-awareness and self-knowledge Discover how understanding yourself and your partner is the foundation for any lasting relationship. - Conflict Management Learn how to identify critical issues and approach conflict calmly and effectively. About your Marriage Mentors: Hiba - With a background in Psychology, and an Advanced Practitioner of Holistic counselling where Islamic principles are incorporated into mental health management. My passion is to work with women, couples, and families, to provide them with the tools to manage stress, nurture their personal relationships and offer strategies to organise their space to help turn their home life into the entire family’s sanctuary. Abdul-Kareem - I am passionate about serving the community and have done so for over a decade through various organisations. I also run a small business and am a men’s wellbeing coach devoted to providing tools and support in men’s mental health, an area I believe is heavily overlooked. I am interested in supporting men and couples with their journey in fostering and building healthy, happy families.