The Intentional Journey
EVERY COUPLE HAS A STORY
EVERY JOURNEY NEEDS A GUIDE
The Intentional Journey
EVERY COUPLE HAS A STORY
EVERY JOURNEY NEEDS A GUIDE
COUPLE FORWARD
Imagine waking up everyday inspired that you are loved and appreciated, deeply known and secure in your most important relationships. Imagine being fulfilled by knowing exactly how to show love to those same people.
I love helping couples make their relationships great, from wherever they start.
I believe love is a verb by which we make strategic choices that are deeply rewarding and emotionally fulfilling.
I believe love is a skill. I believe anyone can learn this skill.
I teach people the skills for having deeply rewarding relationships with themselves and others.
Couple Forward, PLLC is a private & collaborative therapeutic practice founded by Christian J. Charette, LMFT, specializing in relationships. We provide evidenced based, practical and progressive therapies for diverse couples and families. Our offices are centrally located in Midtown Raleigh, North Carolina.
RELATIONSHIP EXPERTS
Marriage and Family Therapists (MFTs) are mental health professionals trained in psychotherapy and family systems, and diagnose and treat mental and emotional disorders within the context of marriage, couples and family systems. They evaluate and treat mental and emotional disorders, other health and behavioral problems, and address a wide array of relationship issues within the context of the family system.
Family therapists believe that difficulties arise in relationships because of the way in which people interact with one another. Family therapists do not believe that these difficulties are related to any one person being the “problem” or having a “dysfunction”. Family therapists focus on a relationship’s dynamics and help clients view the relationship differently allowing them to approach the relationship in a new way.
COUPLE FORWARD MEN
Men like Couple Forward approaches because we offer clear directions based in 40+ years of research (Gottman, Johnson) and give them the tools to improve their relationship, without having to give up their masculinity. We get calls from many women who seek out a male therapist because they really want their male partners to be comfortable, and not feel outnumbered. Women who simply seek to be heard and find satisfaction in their relationships find Couple Forward a safe place to build deeper connection with their partner.
Christian J. Charette, LMFT
Lead Therapist
Christian specializes in helping couples and individuals navigate their relationships. Christian has 20+ years of experience guiding others through their journey. Married to Amber for 29 years, and having raised three daughters has uniquely prepared him for being a reflective therapist with whom clients feel connected. Specifically trained and licensed in Marriage & Family Therapy, Gottman Couples Therapy and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Christian combines his creative personality to bring clients lasting solutions.
Couples Therapy/Coaching
Using the latest scientific relationship assessments, couples receive feedback and a customized treatment plan. Whether you are in a high conflict state, or detached and emotionally distant, couples therapy will move you forward into intimacy and resolution, teaching you new ways to process your relationship. Both in person and virtual appointmentst available. FSA/HSA, Credit Cards accepted for services. Reinbursments possible.
One-Day Couples Mini Workshop
Learn the tools...
Join me for my next mini-one day [June 22, 2024, 10-3pm] workshop introducing you to communication tools and conflict resolution concepts I've taught 1000s of couples. In just a few hours, you'll gain valuable insights and practical skills to enhance your relationship. Say goodbye to misunderstandings and hello to deeper connections. Set your relationship on the path of intention. Don't miss this opportunity to invest in your love story! Reserve your spot now and take the first step towards a happier, healthier partnership.
The Couple Forward 30 Day Challenge
Take the Couple Forward 30 Day Challenge to rebuild, deepen and secure your connection with your partner. This challenge is designed to walk you step by step into deeper connection and friendship.
You may enter the challenge with lower connection, drifting without connection and purpose. But, when you are done, you will end the challenge with deeper connection and ready to live the intentional life together!
This Program can be done from home and compliment therapy. No appointments necessary to participate.
Couples Crisis Care
If you and your partner are going through crisis (affairs, deaths, loss, breakdowns, separations, threats of divorce) we offer a 3 hour session to provide clinical and therapeutic strategies to implement immediately. Both in person and virtual appointments available.
Couples Therapy & Coaching
Using the latest scientific relationship assessments, couples receive feedback and a customized treatment plan. Whether you are in a high conflict state, or detached and emotionally distant, couples therapy will move you forward into intimacy and resolution, teaching you new ways to process your relationship. Both in person and virtual appointments available. FSA/HSA, Credit Cards accepted for services. Reimbursements possible.
One-Day Couples Mini Workshop
Not ready for therapy?
Join me for my next mini-one day [June 22,2024 10-3pm] workshop introducing you to communication tools and conflict resolution concepts I’ve taught 1000s of couples. In just a few hours, you’ll gain valuable insights and practical skills to enhance your relationship. Say goodbye to misunderstandings and hello to deeper connections. Set your relationship up for the holidays and 2024! Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your love story! Reserve your spot now and take the first step towards a happier, healthier partnership.
The Couple Forward 30 Day Challenge
An exclusive FREE class from nationally recognized parenting coach, Amy McCready.
In this 60-minute online class, you’ll learn:
- How to get kids to listen without nagging, yelling or losing control
- How your personality sparks arguments and misbehavior
- How to fill your child’s attention and power buckets positively
- Amy’s proven 5-step process to implementing consequences