Kaela Sussman (Registered Counsellor)
Pre-Marital Counselling in Johannesburg
Pre-marital counselling supports couples preparing for marriage by creating space to talk through expectations, communication, and future plans. Sessions are available in Sandton, Modderfontein, and online.
Is Pre Marital Counselling Right for You?
People seek pre-marital counselling for different reasons. Some want to address concerns before getting married. Others want to strengthen their relationship, improve communication, or make sure they are aligned before the next step.
Pre-marital counselling may be helpful if you are:
- Preparing for marriage and want a strong foundation
- Wanting to improve communication & manage conflict better
- Discussing important topics like finances or family
- Wanting to understand each other’s values & beliefs
- Adjusting to life changes or added stress
- Unsure how to navigate responsibilities or expectations
- Coming from different family or cultural backgrounds
- Looking to enter marriage with greater confidence and clarity
Meet Your Counsellor
How I Work With My Clients
This short video explains the pre-marital counselling programme and what to expect from each session. It outlines the focus of the work and how sessions support thoughtful preparation for marriage, at a pace that suits both partners.
Location
Counselling sessions are available in Sandton, Modderfontein, and online across South Africa.
Pricing
For pre-marital counselling in Johannesburg, the programme is offered as a package at R3600.
Medical Aid
Some medical aids may reimburse counselling sessions, depending on your plan.
Scheduling
Flexible appointments include daytime, late afternoon, after-hours, Saturdays, and online sessions.
Book an Appointment
Not sure where to begin?
You do not need to have everything figured out before getting married. Pre-marital counselling offers a calm, structured space to talk things through, gain clarity, and prepare for the next step together.
Pre-Marital Counselling Programme
This is a structured four-session programme designed to support couples in discussing key areas that are important to explore before marriage. It offers a guided, practical space to talk through topics that often shape long-term relationship satisfaction.
The programme begins with an intake session, followed by three focused sessions that cover relationship foundations, communication and conflict, and building your marriage. Areas commonly explored include values, expectations, finances, family, boundaries, roles, and future planning.
This programme is suitable for couples who are engaged, planning to get engaged, or in a committed relationship and wanting to prepare intentionally for marriage. It is also helpful for partners who want to strengthen their foundation and address potential challenges early.
How Pre-Marital Counselling Works
Building Strong Foundations for Marriage
Pre-marital counselling provides a structured and supportive space to explore your relationship before marriage. Sessions follow a clear framework while remaining flexible to your needs as a couple. You do not need to have everything figured out before starting. The focus develops as the work unfolds.
Intake Session
The intake session focuses on your relationship history, strengths, concerns, and what has brought you to pre-marital counselling, helping set a clear direction.
Relationship Foundations
We explore values, expectations, roles, and emotional dynamics to understand how you relate and what forms the foundation of your partnership.
Communication and Conflict
This session focuses on how you communicate, manage differences, and handle conflict, identifying patterns and building healthier ways of responding.
Navigating Difficult Conversations
We work through key topics such as family, finances, intimacy, and boundaries, supporting open, honest discussions before marriage.
Sessions, Fees and Availability
What to know before booking
Below is practical information about pre-marital counselling sessions, including fees, locations, and availability during the week, with limited after-hours and Saturday options.
Fees
- First session (90 minutes): R1300
- Follow-up sessions (60–65 minutes): R950
- 4 Session Programme: R3600
Online sessions are R100 less. Medical aid claims may be possible, depending on your plan.
Locations
- Sandton (Rochester Place)
- Modderfontein (Willow Worx)
- Online sessions available
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Frequently Asked Questions
No. While the programme is structured as four sessions, it is flexible. Some couples complete all sessions, while others focus on specific areas most relevant to them.
Additional sessions can be booked if you would like more time to explore certain topics or feel ongoing support would be helpful
No. Pre-marital counselling is suitable for couples at different stages of commitment, including those considering engagement or wanting to prepare intentionally for marriage.
No preparation is required. You’re welcome to bring questions or topics you’d like to focus on, but sessions are guided and supported.
Sessions can be booked online or by getting in touch directly. Appointments are available in Sandton, Modderfontein, and online.
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Call Us on 071 873 0487 or simply book an appointment
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Choose a time that works for you and begin at your own pace, or complete the form, call, or email me if you’d like to connect first.
Sandton Practice
Rochester Place: 173 Rivonia Rd, Morningside, Sandton,
Modderfontein Practice
Willow Worx: 16 Louvain Avenue Thornhill Estate, Modderfontein
counsellor@kaelasussman.co.za
Phone
071 873 0487