Premarital Counseling in Georgia

Find premarital counseling in Georgia. Compare licensed therapists (LMFT, LPC, LCSW), Christian and faith-based counselors, clergy, and online options for engaged couples across 4 cities. See methods (Gottman, PREPARE-ENRICH), pricing, and availability.

Many people search for "marriage counseling georgia" when planning a wedding. We specialize in premarital and marriage preparation — connecting engaged couples with licensed therapists and clergy who focus on building a strong foundation, not just crisis intervention.

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Georgia couples save $16-50 on their marriage license by completing a qualifying premarital counseling program. Any of the counselors below can issue your certificate.
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At a Glance: Premarital Counseling in Georgia

License Discount Available
Typical Session Range
$250 - $650/ session

From 1 listed profile with published pricing

Typical Timeline
2 - 3 Months

Before the wedding date

Marriage License Savings
$16-50 Off

+ No waiting period impact

Premarital Counseling in Georgia at a Glance

Georgia has 83 listed premarital counselors, including 80 licensed therapists (Psychologist) and 3 relationship coaches. Published session rates range from $250–$650/session, based on 1 profile with pricing listed.

1 counselor offers online or telehealth sessions. 7 professionals offer faith-based counseling. The most common approaches include Emotionally Focused (EFT) (11), PREPARE/ENRICH (6), Gottman Method (4). 6 providers are LGBTQ+ affirming. 1 accepts insurance.

Georgia sees approximately 62,000 marriages per year. The marriage license fee is $66 with no waiting period. The median age at first marriage is 28 for women and 29.8 for men.

Featured Premarital Counselors in Georgia

Connect with top-rated premarital counselors and marriage coaches serving the entire state of Georgia, including online/virtual options.

Dr. Russo

Psychologist
Sandy Springs, GA
Therapeutic Approach with Couples: I employ a compassionate and proactive approach when working with couples. My therapeutic style is eclectic, drawin...
Online + In-PersonZIP 30328GottmanAll faiths$250-$650Insurance accepted
Communication SkillsConflict ResolutionIntimacy & Sexuality+6 more
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Martha Anne Tudor

Licensed Therapist
Atlanta, GA
You’re surviving, but you long for more out of your life and relationships. Stress, exhaustion, and regret weigh heavy, as you’re asked to do more and...
Details pending: pricing + insurance
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Premarital CounselingCouples Therapy
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Justin R Murray

Licensed Therapist
Atlanta, GA
Life is too short to surrender to bad relationships, hold grudges, let trauma control us, or be anxious/angry all the time. You can be free of emotion...
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Premarital CounselingCouples Therapy
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MorganWashington

Licensed Therapist
Atlanta, GA
My ideal client is someone who is seeking meaningful, long-lasting change by exploring the full spectrum of their health, to include mental, emotional...
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Premarital CounselingCouples Therapy
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Ayisha Sherman

Licensed Therapist
Augusta, GA
Life happens to each of us, and it’s how we choose to handle it that defines who we are. I believe that achieving mental, physical, spiritual and emot...
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Premarital CounselingCouples Therapy
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Dr. Vernon T. Scott

Licensed Therapist
Atlanta, GA
My goal is to assist my clients in crafting a new narrative for themselves and improve their connection with themselves and others. I enjoy helping cl...
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Premarital CounselingCouples Therapy
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Specialized Premarital Counseling in Georgia

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Premarital Counseling in Georgia — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about premarital counseling in Georgia for engaged couples

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Marriage Laws & Premarital Counseling in Georgia

Key marriage license requirements, fees, and premarital counseling information for Georgia

Marriage License Fee
$66

Apply at your county clerk's office

Waiting Period
None

No mandatory waiting period

Premarital Counseling Discount
Save Fee waived

Complete 6 hours of premarital education

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Annual Marriages
62,000

Approximate per year (CDC NVSS 2022)

Median Age at First Marriage
Men: 29.8 / Women: 28

Census ACS 2022 estimates

Who Can Officiate

Judge; city recorder; minister, rabbi, or other religious leader ordained or authorized to perform marriages; any other person authorized by law

Who Can Provide the Premarital Course in Georgia?

Licensed professional counselor, licensed marriage and family therapist, licensed clinical social worker, psychologist, psychiatrist, or ordained clergySource: GA Code § 19-3-30.1

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