This intensive is designed for couples navigating significant relational distress — including high conflict, repeated cycles of disconnection, communication breakdown, or situations where standard weekly therapy has not been sufficient. The format provides extended, focused time to slow down reactive patterns, go beneath surface conflict, and begin building a different way of relating.

Day one

The first day is structured to establish safety and develop a clear picture of your relationship dynamic. You can expect:

• A joint couples assessment
• Individual sessions with Dr. Dalgleish
• Clinical feedback on your relationship patterns and cycle

Because high-conflict dynamics can be unpredictable, the structure of Day 1 may be adjusted based on what emerges clinically. Dr. Dalgleish will always prioritize your safety and wellbeing in making those decisions.

Day two

Building on the assessment from Day 1, the second day focuses on structured conversations, emotional regulation, and skill-building tailored to your specific cycle. The goal is not simply to resolve the current conflict but to give you both a clearer understanding of the pattern beneath it — and practical tools to interrupt it.

Important to understand

An intensive is not a substitute for ongoing therapy. At the close of the intensive, Dr. Dalgleish will provide clinical recommendations for moving forward — which may include continued couples therapy, individual referrals, or both.

What this format offers

• Extended, uninterrupted time to move past surface conflict into what is actually driving it
• A thorough clinical assessment that would take months to develop in weekly sessions
• Dedicated space to practice emotional regulation and de-escalation in real time
• A more complete picture of your individual histories and how they intersect in your relationship
• Clarity — many clients leave with a much better sense of where they are, what they need, and what comes next

Risks

No form of therapy — including an intensive — comes with a guarantee of improvement. It is important that you enter this process with realistic expectations. Possible risks include:

• An intensive is not a resolution. Depending on the nature, severity, and history of the issues in your relationship, continued therapy may be recommended — or necessary — following the intensive.
• Based on clinical assessment, you may receive feedback that is difficult, unexpected, or not what you were hoping to hear. Dr. Dalgleish is committed to honest, compassionate clinical care — which sometimes means delivering hard truths.
• You may learn things about yourself, your partner, or your relationship dynamic that you were not previously aware of. This can be disorienting, even when it is ultimately helpful.
• This format is designed to be intensive. Emotions may become heightened or overwhelming at points during the process. Dr. Dalgleish will work to maintain a safe and regulated environment, but both partners should be prepared for the process to be emotionally demanding.

Fees

The full fee for your intensive will be communicated to you prior to booking. Payment is structured as follows:

• 50% deposit (USD) is required to secure your dates. This deposit is non-refundable in the event of a cancellation.
• Remaining 50% is due two weeks before the start of the intensive. Refunds are governed by the cancellation policy below.

Cancellation policy

To reserve your two-day intensive, a deposit of 50% of the total fee is required at the time of booking. The remaining balance is due two weeks before your scheduled intensive. Because this format requires Dr. Dalgleish to reserve two full days exclusively for you, these appointments cannot typically be filled on short notice.

• Cancellations made more than 30 days before your intensive will receive a refund of any fees paid, less the non-refundable deposit.
• Cancellations made within 30 days of the intensive are non-refundable.
• If an unforeseen emergency arises, please contact Dr. Dalgleish as soon as possible and she will review the circumstances on a case-by-case basis.

By booking your intensive and submitting your deposit, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this cancellation policy.

Insurance & receipts

Intensive therapy may not be covered by insurance. We do not direct bill insurance providers. Upon completion of your intensive, you will receive an official receipt that you may submit to your insurer for potential reimbursement.

By signing below, I confirm that I have read, understood, and agree to the terms outlined in this agreement.

The intensive is designed so couples can commit to fully focus on the couples therapy work without being distracted by the business of everyday life. All times are shown in Pacific Time (PST).