Joplin Premarital Counseling & Marriage Prep Programs - Shira Hearn, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Before you say I do, learn how to stay connected when life gets hard. Using Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), I help couples strengthen trust, communication, and emotional safety—so you can face anything together. Whether you’re newly engaged or already planning your wedding, this is the work that prepares you for a lifetime, not just a day.
Premarital Therapy with Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Premarital Therapy with Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Getting married is exciting—but it’s also one of the biggest emotional commitments you’ll ever make. Love alone isn’t enough to sustain a relationship; connection, communication, and emotional attunement are what keep it strong over time.
In premarital therapy, I use Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)—a highly researched, evidence-based approach that helps couples understand the patterns that pull them apart and learn how to turn toward each other instead. EFT isn’t about “fixing” problems; it’s about learning how to stay connected when they arise.
Together, we’ll explore:
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How to communicate in ways that deepen understanding, not defensiveness
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How to manage conflict without losing closeness
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How your attachment styles shape your reactions and needs
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How to build emotional safety—the foundation of intimacy and trust
Research shows that couples who learn EFT principles before marriage have significantly higher relationship satisfaction and resilience. You’ll leave with tools, language, and insight that set you up for a lasting, emotionally secure partnership.
If you’re ready to invest in your future together, premarital therapy is the best wedding gift you can give each other.
Learn more about Shira
I’m Shira Hearn, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Webb City, Missouri. I’ve spent over a decade helping couples build strong emotional foundations using Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). My entire practice is centered on relationships—helping couples prepare for marriage, navigate conflict, and stay deeply connected through life’s hardest seasons.
