Partnership Agreement

Couples Agreement

This agreement establishes the foundation and expectations for your couples coaching engagement.

Partner Information

Partner 1 Name *

Partner 2 Name *

Coaching Start Date *

Non-Medical Services

You acknowledge that Mary's Counselor's Couch provides emotional wellness coaching services only. These services are not medical treatment, mental health therapy, or psychiatric care. If either partner has a diagnosed mental health condition, you are responsible for maintaining ongoing treatment with a licensed mental health professional.

I/we acknowledge that these are non-medical coaching services and take responsibility for our own mental health care.

Confidentiality Expectations

All information shared in coaching sessions is held in strict confidence by Mary. Information will not be shared with third parties without written consent, except as required by law.

I/we understand that all coaching information is held confidential and will not be shared with third parties without consent.

No-Secrets Policy

Mary maintains a no-secrets policy in couples coaching. This means that information shared in individual communications with Mary or in joint sessions will not be kept secret from either partner. If you have concerns you wish to discuss privately first, you may request an individual session, but Mary will not keep secrets from your partner.

I/we agree to the no-secrets policy and understand that important information will not be hidden from either partner.

Joint-Session Agreement

Couples coaching is most effective when both partners are present and engaged in joint sessions. Both partners agree to attend sessions, arrive on time, and participate fully in the coaching process. If a partner consistently misses sessions or does not engage, the coaching engagement may be terminated.

I/we agree to participate in joint sessions and commit to consistent attendance and engagement.

Emotional Safety Guidelines

All participants agree to:

▪Communicate respectfully, even during disagreement
▪Listen without interrupting or dismissing your partner
▪Avoid name-calling, contempt, or abusive language
▪Focus on behaviors and concerns, not character attacks
▪Take responsibility for your own emotional reactions
▪Maintain physical safety (no violence or threats)

I/we commit to maintaining emotional safety and will communicate respectfully throughout the coaching engagement.

Participation Expectations

Both partners agree to:

▪Attend all scheduled sessions unless emergency prevents it
▪Arrive on time and be fully present (no distractions)
▪Complete any action steps or practices between sessions
▪Be honest and vulnerable in the coaching process
▪Engage in good faith to improve the relationship
▪Support each other's growth and development
▪Pay session fees in a timely manner

I/we accept these participation expectations and commit to fully engaging in the couples coaching process.

Partner Signatures

Partner 1 Signature *

By typing your name, you are digitally signing this agreement.

Date *

Partner 2 Signature *

By typing your name, you are digitally signing this agreement.

Date *