Couples Bootcamp

Examine and improve existing intimate relationships

Workshop Quick Summary

Workshop: Couples Bootcamp

What: Couples learn new rules of engagement and gain tools for improved communication while building on existing strengths within the relationship. They also address ingrained patterns stemming from family of origin in order to find healing.

Who: Couples looking to improve their relationship and gain new tools for healthy interaction and improved communication

Cost: $5,500 per couple (includes meals, evening activities, Brain Center and gym access)

Lodging: Reserve single or shared on-site rooms

Virtual Option: For those who are unable to attend in person, we currently offer this workshop online through the TEAMS program. Reach out to our admissions team for further details.

All About This Workshop

Couples Bootcamp was created to allow partners to explore their relational issues in a safe environment while learning how to work together to heal and improve their relationship. Combining Pia Mellody’s groundbreaking work on family of origin childhood relational trauma and Stan Tatkin’s mix of neuroscience, human biology of arousal, and attachment theory, couples work in small groups.

Using a holistic approach to healing, couples practice how to address painful issues utilizing boundaries, nervous system regulation techniques, and improved communication, building on existing strengths within the coupleship. New rules of engagement are introduced. Vulnerability is encouraged. Exploration of embroiled patterns stemming from family of origin are examined, reducing shame and aiding in the release of those behaviors. Couples Bootcamp is designed by PIT- (Post-Induction Therapy) and PACT- (Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy) trained therapists.

Cost: $5,500 per couple, which includes

meals
evening activities (yoga, tai chi, auricular acupuncture, live music)
12-Step meeting
Brain Spa access
gym access

Lodging and Transportation

Lodging is available at the Rio Retreat Center on a first-come, first-served basis. Rooms are simply appointed and designed to be conducive to the process of healing and recovery. For those staying on campus, transportation will be available from and to the Phoenix airport with two convenient pickup times. Details will be sent with your confirmation email upon completion of the sign-up process.

Those who do not stay at the Rio Retreat Center will be responsible for their own transportation and lodging in the Wickenburg area. A list of lodging and transportation options will be sent with your workshop confirmation email.

Online Workshop Option

In response to demand, we also offer this popular title online through Microsoft Teams. Our online workshops are facilitated by the same dedicated master’s-level staff as our on-site workshops and include the same content — all in the safety and privacy of your own home. Please Note: The schedule for online workshop groups can vary.

Online Workshop Requirements
To participate, you’ll need:

a private, quiet location
an internet connection capable of videoconferencing
a computer or phone with a camera
to install the Microsoft Teams app

The Fine Print

Workshop groups run Monday through Friday from approximately 8:30 am to 4 pm. The schedule is somewhat flexible to accommodate the size of the group and the group process. Evening programming is provided after dinner. The Rio Retreat Center campus is strictly alcohol-and drug-free, and we have a dress code, cell phone, and smoking policy.

For more details about this workshop and to register, please contact us to speak to a Workshop Coordinator.

Schedule

Couples Bootcamp

Jan 4 - 8, 2021

Feb 1 -5, 2021

Mar 1 -5, 2021

Apr 5 - 9, 2021

May 3 - 7, 2021

Jun 7 - 11, 2021

Jul 5 - 9, 2021

Aug 2 - 6, 2021

Sept 13 - 17, 2021

Oct 18 - 22, 2021

Nov 15 - 19, 2021