Hope Couples Project Registration
Regent University, 1000 Regent University Drive, Classroom Bldg,
Virginia Beach VA 23464
Registration link at bottom of page
The Hope Couples Project is a research study investigating the Hope approach to couples intervention located at Regent University in Virginia Beach, VA.
The project recruits couples at certain times of the year who are willing to participate in the research.
What is the Hope Focused approach? The Hope Focused approach works to build Hope for couples using positive interventions, a short-term strategic approach that is tailored to the relationship needs of the couple. Our Hope Couples Project lab also has the option to tailor the treatment to the religious needs of couples, regardless of religious tradition. The Hope Focused approach is an approach that focuses on assessment, feedback, creating commitment, communication, problem solving, understanding each others' pasts, apologies and forgiveness. Our goal is to support you in using these principles to change the patterns in your relationship to be more healthy.
How much of a commitment are we talking about here? The intervention is tailored to your needs. Generally, we ask that you commit to one standard workweek worth of work in your relationship- 40 hours. Considering all the work you've put into your relationship couples are usually willing to put in just one week's worth of work. What that means is generally 10-12 hours of counseling and 30 hours in your relationship with homework and positive time together like datenights or communicating positively together.
Our relationship is in trouble, will this work for us? The hope approach will work with a wide variety of couples problems. It's not magic, but you both can choose to make effective decisions that will improve your relationship. However, there are some situations or psychological problems that we recommend individual treatment either simultaneously or before beginning couples therapy. In addition the approach can be tailored to some couples problems but is not designed to help with all problems. For example, current or recent infidelity requires specific attention to the infidelity and this approach is not designed for that particular problem. The hope approach has an intake trial period where both partners and the therapist are deciding whether this approach will work for you. While we want many couples in our research, we wouldn't recommend an approach to you that is unlikely to be helpful to you.
Do you do pre-marital counseling or couples enrichment? Yes, we often do. We encourage a prevention approach to relationship problems and will work with you to "fill up your toolbox" with skills and principles that will help you negotiate the ever-changing relationship you are in.
Where are the meetings? Our offices are on the Regent University campus in the Psychological Services Center which is in the classroom building Suite 188. You can download a campus map here in pdf. Appointments can be scheduled weekdays and some evenings. For those that live outside the Virginia Beach area we can arrange for a one-week or weekend intensive intervention if appropriate. If interested in this more intensive option, please call our offices to discuss it.
What is the cost? The total cost of the entire Hope intervention is less than the cost of 1 session with a typical counselor. All income is applied to the cost of supplies, outreach and research. Staff for the project is supported by Regent University.
The current cost of the Hope program is on a sliding scale and depend upon your family's income.
For couples that make more than $50,000
If your family's household income will be more than $50,000 this year then the cost is $60.00 total for the entire counseling (8-10 sessions). Payment can be made at that time but is due by the 2nd session. There is an option for half-payment at 2nd and 4th sessions if you have trouble paying the full amount.
For couples who make $30,00 to $50,000
If your family's household income will be between $30k & $50k this year, then the cost is $40.00 total for the entire counseling (8-10 sessions). Payment can be made at any time but is due by the 2nd session. There is an option for half-payment at 2nd and 4th sessions if you have trouble paying the full amount.
Couples making less than $30,00 and all full time Regent students are free.
What is the process to register and begin? Both you and your partner need to click on the link below to separately complete the registration survey and initial screening. One of our staff will review your answers within a couple days and may call you if we have further questions. Once completed, we will assign you to a therapist who matches your availability and who will call you to schedule your first appointment.
If you have further questions and would like to speak with a staff first please e-mail us at info@hopecouples.com or call 757-352-4896.
To register, please follow this link:
