Helping couples build stronger, healthier, more connected marriages.

You don’t have to wait until your marriage is in trouble to make it better. Maybe you’re preparing for marriage and want to start well. Maybe you’ve been married for years but don’t feel as connected as you once did. Or maybe communication and conflict have become harder than they should be.

Built to Last Marriage Coaching gives couples a safe, practical place to understand each other better, improve communication, work through differences, and intentionally build the marriage they want to have.

Your first conversation is completely free. No pressure. No obligation.

What Could be Different?

Imagine understanding why your spouse reacts the way they do instead of becoming frustrated by it. Imagine being able to disagree without the disagreement becoming a fight. Imagine knowing what makes your spouse feel loved, secure and connected to you.

That’s what we’ll work toward together.

I use the nationally recognized SYMBIS (Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts) assessment to help couples discover their unique relationship strengths, differences, communication patterns and potential trouble spots.

What sounds most like you?

Getting Married?
Prepare for your marriage—not just your wedding.
Premarital coaching designed to help you understand each other and build a strong foundation before saying “I do.”

Marriage Going Pretty Well?
Good marriages can become great marriages.
Discover your strengths, understand your differences and develop habits that help you stay close.

Feeling Disconnected?
You don’t have to wait until things fall apart to ask for help.
If communication has become difficult or you’ve simply drifted apart, marriage coaching can help you begin talking, understanding and connecting again.

Meet Pastor John

I’m a pastor, certified SYMBIS facilitator, husband, father and granddad! I have helped couples for over 30 years and I have a simple goal when I sit down with a couple: I’m not there to take sides or tell you everything you’re doing wrong. I’m there to help the two of you understand each other better and give you practical tools for building a stronger relationship. I have been married for over 30 years and have a beautiful family with 3 kids, 2 sons-in-law, and now 2 grandchildren. Marriage coaching isn’t about having a perfect marriage. It’s about learning how to communicate, navigate differences, resolve conflict and keep choosing each other. Whether you’re preparing for marriage or have been married for years, I’d be honored to walk alongside you.

Let’s Talk — Your First Conversation Is Free

Not sure whether marriage coaching is right for you? Let’s talk for 20–30 minutes. Tell me a little about what you’re looking for, ask any questions you have, and see whether Built to Last feels like a good fit. There’s no obligation to continue.

You Might be Wondering…

Do we have to attend LifeSpring?
 No. Built to Last is available to couples throughout our community. You don’t have to attend LifeSpring—or any church—to participate.

 Is this only for couples having serious problems?
 Absolutely not. Some couples come because they’re struggling. Others simply want to make a good relationship even stronger.

 Is this counseling?
 Built to Last is marriage coaching rather than licensed mental-health therapy. We focus on understanding your relationship and developing practical tools for communication, conflict and connection. If I believe your situation would be better served by a licensed therapist or another professional, I’ll be honest with you and help point you in that direction.

 What if we’re getting married?
 Great. Premarital couples are an important part of Built to Last, and your coaching can help you prepare for your life together—not simply your wedding day. Pastor John is also licensed by the state of Ohio to officiate marriage ceremonies. This coaching may also fulfill the premarital preparation requirements of some churches; couples should check with their officiating pastor or church.

 What is the normal process?
  – We meet for an initial session to get acquainted
  – You will take the SYMBIS assessment at your leisure
  – I will review your assessment
  – We will work together to lay out the timing of the initial six sessions
  – We will meet weekly to discuss each part of the assessment and how it impacts your marriage

What is the Investment?
 Coaching sessions are $75 per session. We’ll meet for approximately 90 minutes, giving us plenty of time to talk through your assessment and work on practical tools you can begin using immediately.

Ready To Talk

You don’t have to decide today whether marriage coaching is right for you. Start with a free 20–30 minute conversation. Tell me what’s going on, ask your questions, and we’ll see whether Built to Last is a good fit.

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Call or text Pastor John: (330) 242-7691