"What was the Three-Day Intensive experience like for me? One of the main things it did for me was to help me not be in denial of how this issue is affecting us. This made the experience very emotionally vulnerable. However, with the whole process of the intensive, it left me hopeful. The process gave me the insight and willingness to be honest about my own feelings to myself and to him."

- PM, Healing Partner

"It was incredibly intense, emotionally exhausting, but life-changing. It established a very good foundation to build recovery on. It's a painful process--uncovering hidden things and learning about oneself, but very necessary. It gave me the kick-start I needed on my journey of discovery and recovery. I am deeply grateful that God used you to put this course together. Looking at the timing of the unfolding of events in our story, I can only conclude that God lead us to you, just in time. Thank you!"

- MS, Healing Partner

"For once we were in a controlled environment that considered all aspects of human nature: body, soul, and mind. Although we had made progress with our new Christian counselor, the Intensive provided a focused effort and helped me to see so much progress in both [my husband] and I in a short (but exhausting) amount of time. It gave us hope and concrete tools to work through this crisis. It sort of gave me permission to love my husband again—this was something I didn’t think he deserved anymore and did not want to give him. Before I came I was somewhat hopeful and praying for a miracle. When I left I was very happy and knew that we had indeed been given a miracle from God. Though I understand that we must work hard to make our marriage both healthy and happy, I think we both came away understanding that we will ALWAYS need to work at this to continue having a successful marriage ... I have so many friends that need some type of Intensive like this though they don’t have the same problems that we had; nonetheless, they have lots of other problems they don’t know how to work through…. Thank you so much! This has restored my confidence in my husband and helped me to know that I am right where God wants me to be--but with boundaries and choices."

- PL, Healing Partner

"For me, the guided disclosure and polygraph (was most helpful). Without these two things, as difficult and challenging they were, I do not see how our marriage would survive. As I consider my new triggers/trauma, if there is no other alternative to addressing the trigger, I know there is another polygraph coming up and he knows he can't be deceptive! It really felt like a private workshop specifically tailoured to our needs as a couple along with one-on-one discussions to speak specifically to my needs, answer questions and allay fears. It was, well, very intense. It was exactly what I hope it would be for both of us, especially me. To hear you speak the truth to my husband, get the truth out of my husband, and answer my questions and assist with the traumas associated was invaluable. For me, it was a renewal of spirit, getting back on track with real and healthy living. No matter what happens. The entire experience was I really appreciated, from the well-developed recovery plan and exercises for marriage renewal, the one-on-ones I received throughout the 3 days, and the personal recommendations for growth received."

- TM, Healing Partner

"I cannot fail to mention the manner in which you allowed/directed me to understand that my anger was covering fear. I am afraid of additional years of hurt. The hurt overwhelms me at times. It was good for me to fully realize what a trigger that is for me personally. Very importantly was the validation I received for that hurt when I was allowed to fully express it to [my husband]. It was freeing in so many ways. And I think the most profound insight for me was to understand I did not have to continue to be hurt. I could say, "It has to stop." And I was heard! [For me the Intensive was] "VALIDATION"! My intuitive suspicions were confirmed. I am not a crazy woman. I am not a hyper-jealous woman, etc. And my husband heard me! In all the years I wanted him to hear me and admittedly all the wrong ways I tried to get him to listen, it always failed to happen. I know that much thought, much prayer, and much planning have been a part of the preparation of these intensives. It was not without pain for me. I had difficulty in the days just prior because I was afraid of what I would have to hear. But the Lord was so good to me during that time. The name "Hope and Freedom" is perfect. We have been given the resources, the tools, and the encouragement to indeed walk into the future in freedom and, as a result, with great hope. Our gratitude, especially mine, is unending." 

- RN, Healing Partner