THE GUIDEDOC PROFILE
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Private couples intensives in several U.S. locations, with joint work and individual sessions tailored to the relationship.
These event dates have passed. New dates are not published. Program details and prices below refer to the past events.
- Program price
- About $12,600–$21,000USD per couple
- Program length
- 3–5 days
- Format
- Private
- Approach
- Therapy-based
A CLOSER LOOK
What to know about An Affair of the Heart
An Affair of the Heart offers a focused block of relationship work through a team of practitioners. The location is also a clinician choice: ask who will work with you, which methods they propose, and how your day will be divided before comparing the available programs.
Locations
- Northampton, Massachusetts
- Providence, Rhode Island
- Auburn, California
BEFORE YOU GO
The experience, in more detail
Joint work with individual breakouts
The provider describes a combination of couple sessions and individual breakout work. This gives each partner separate time with a practitioner as well as time together. Ask how those conversations are handled and what information is brought back into the joint sessions.
Different methods may be proposed
The website describes approaches including Emotionally Focused Therapy, EMDR, Accelerated Resolution Therapy and ImTT. These are methods the provider reports using, not a promise that every retreat includes all of them. Your practitioner should explain the proposed plan and their training in it.
Plan around the working hours
The site describes a working day around 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with breaks, and expresses a preference for starting early in the week. Confirm the actual timetable before arranging arrival, departure or evening activities.
THE PRACTICAL DETAILS
Programs & prices
Prices below refer to the named program or package. Check the inclusions and separate costs before comparing totals.
| Program & location | Price | Length | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private 3–5 day couples retreatPast event · Historical priceNorthampton, Massachusetts | About $12,600–$21,000 | 3–5 days | Private |
| Private 3–5 day couples retreatPast event · Historical priceProvidence, Rhode Island | About $12,600–$21,000 | 3–5 days | Private |
| Private 3–5 day couples retreatPast event · Historical priceAuburn, California | About $12,600–$21,000 | 3–5 days | Private |
PROGRAM 1
Private 3–5 day couples retreat
- Northampton, Massachusetts
When it runs By arrangement
Past event. The program details and prices below are historical.
Cost & stay
- Program / package price
- About $12,600–$21,000USD per couple
- Packages & pricing details
- See price and notes
- What’s included
- Private work with one therapist
- Additional costs / exclusions
- Meals and accommodation
- Lodging
- Separate cost
- Meals
- Separate cost
Schedule & approach
- When it runs
- By arrangement
- Program length
- 3–5 days
- Sessions
- Up to 6 hours daily; lunch and other breaks
- Format
- Private
- Approach
- Therapy-based
- Program type
- Private intensiveConcentrated, tailored sessions for one couple are the main offering. A provider may market this as a retreat; accommodation and time outside sessions are separate considerations.
- Published dates
- Not published
People & support
- Qualifications
- Ross Hackerson describes his current role as Transformational Therapeutic Coach (TRC). His profile also describes a prior clinical psychology and marriage/family therapy career.
- Who it is for
- Provider screening and eligibility need confirmation
- Follow-up support
- Optional online coaching; fee not published
Location details
- Location
- Northampton, Massachusetts
- Location coverage
- Listed locations
PROGRAM 2
Private 3–5 day couples retreat
- Providence, Rhode Island
When it runs By arrangement
Past event. The program details and prices below are historical.
Cost & stay
- Program / package price
- About $12,600–$21,000USD per couple
- Packages & pricing details
- See price and notes
- What’s included
- Private work with one therapist
- Additional costs / exclusions
- Meals and accommodation
- Lodging
- Separate cost
- Meals
- Separate cost
Schedule & approach
- When it runs
- By arrangement
- Program length
- 3–5 days
- Sessions
- Up to 6 hours daily; lunch and other breaks
- Format
- Private
- Approach
- Therapy-based
- Program type
- Private intensiveConcentrated, tailored sessions for one couple are the main offering. A provider may market this as a retreat; accommodation and time outside sessions are separate considerations.
- Published dates
- Not published
People & support
- Qualifications
- Sage Goodwin, LMFT (provider statement).
- Who it is for
- Provider screening and eligibility need confirmation
- Follow-up support
- Optional online coaching; fee not published
Location details
- Location
- Providence, Rhode Island
- Location coverage
- Listed locations
PROGRAM 3
Private 3–5 day couples retreat
- Auburn, California
When it runs By arrangement
Past event. The program details and prices below are historical.
Cost & stay
- Program / package price
- About $12,600–$21,000USD per couple
- Packages & pricing details
- See price and notes
- What’s included
- Private work with one therapist
- Additional costs / exclusions
- Meals and accommodation
- Lodging
- Separate cost
- Meals
- Separate cost
Schedule & approach
- When it runs
- By arrangement
- Program length
- 3–5 days
- Sessions
- Up to 6 hours daily; lunch and other breaks
- Format
- Private
- Approach
- Therapy-based
- Program type
- Private intensiveConcentrated, tailored sessions for one couple are the main offering. A provider may market this as a retreat; accommodation and time outside sessions are separate considerations.
- Published dates
- Not published
People & support
- Qualifications
- Jordan Hamilton, PhD; current clinical license category is not established by the reviewed profile.
- Who it is for
- Provider screening and eligibility need confirmation
- Follow-up support
- Optional online coaching; fee not published
Location details
- Location
- Auburn, California
- Location coverage
- Listed locations
MAKE YOUR SHORTLIST COUNT
Questions to ask before booking
Use these questions when you contact An Affair of the Heart.
- Who is available in our preferred location?
- What will remain private in individual sessions?
- Which methods are proposed for us, and why?
THE REVIEW PICTURE
Reviews & GuideDoc score
A summary of what helps and what holds it back.
What helps
- Schedule details are published
- The approach and activities are explained
- Preparation before arrival is explained
What holds it back
- Limited review information
- Included follow-up support isn’t clear
- The cancellation policy isn’t published