Premarital Counseling in Minnesota

Find premarital counseling in Minnesota. Compare licensed therapists (LMFT, LPC, LCSW), Christian and faith-based counselors, clergy, and online options for engaged couples across 1 cities. See methods (Gottman, PREPARE-ENRICH), pricing, and availability.

Many people search for "marriage counseling minnesota" 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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Minnesota couples save Up to $75 on their marriage license — and the waiting period is waived 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 Minnesota

License Discount Available
Typical Session Range
$160 - $175/ session

From 1 listed profile with published pricing

Typical Timeline
2 - 3 Months

Before the wedding date

Marriage License Savings
Up to $75 Off

+ 5-day waiting period waived

Premarital Counseling in Minnesota at a Glance

Minnesota has 39 listed premarital counselors, including 37 licensed therapists (LMFT) and 1 relationship coach. Published session rates range from $160–$175/session, based on 1 profile with pricing listed.

2 counselors offer online or telehealth sessions. 1 professional offers faith-based counseling. The most common approaches include Gottman Method (1), Emotionally Focused (EFT) (1), PREPARE/ENRICH (1). 1 provider is LGBTQ+ affirming.

Minnesota sees approximately 32,500 marriages per year. The marriage license fee is $125 with no waiting period. The median age at first marriage is 28.4 for women and 30 for men.

Featured Premarital Counselors in Minnesota

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

Sarah Kenville, LMFT

Premarital Coach
Minneapolis, MN
I believe that we all can lead fulfilling lives and enjoy positive, healthy, and satisfying relationships. I utilize a strengths and skills-based appr...
Online + In-PersonZIP 55416PREPARE/ENRICH$160-$175Accepting new clients
Communication SkillsConflict ResolutionFinancial Planning+9 more
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Deborah Perry, LICSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Victoria, MN
Online + In-PersonDetails pending: pricing + insurance
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PamBerry

Licensed Therapist
Minneapolis, MN
I support you to increase your personal well-being, emotional health and physical wellness by helping you to make small changes when necessary. We do...
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Communication Skills
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Paul Samuel Schuster

Licensed Therapist
Minneapolis, MN
Feeling understood moves you toward self-understanding and healing. Forcouples, this focus strengthens connection by helping eachpartnerfeel valued an...
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Couples Therapy
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Robin Hicks

Licensed Therapist
Minneapolis, MN
My name is Robin Hicks I am a licensed therapist I’m the first person in 3 generations to earn a college degree. I earned a Bachelor’s degree in Busi...
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Marriage CounselingFamily TherapyTrauma Therapy
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Jason Frederick Keppe

Marriage & Family Therapist
Minneapolis, MN
My approach is compassionate, down to earth, strengths-based, and action oriented. Through developing a strong and trusting connection with my clients...
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Marriage CounselingRelationship CounselingFamily Therapy
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Premarital Counseling & Marriage Prep in Minneapolis

38 counselors currently listed in Minneapolis, MN

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Premarital Counseling in Minnesota — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about premarital counseling in Minnesota for engaged couples

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Marriage Laws & Premarital Counseling in Minnesota

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

Marriage License Fee
$125

Apply at your county clerk's office

Waiting Period
None

No mandatory waiting period

Premarital Counseling Discount
Save $75

Complete 12 hours of premarital education

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Annual Marriages
32,500

Approximate per year (CDC NVSS 2022)

Median Age at First Marriage
Men: 30 / Women: 28.4

Census ACS 2022 estimates

Who Can Officiate

Licensed or ordained minister, priest, rabbi, or other religious leader; judge; court administrator; a person authorized by a federally recognized Indian tribe

Who Can Provide the Premarital Course in Minnesota?

Licensed marriage and family therapist, licensed psychologist, licensed professional clinical counselor, or ordained clergy; program must include at least 3 hours of face-to-face counselingSource: MN § 517.08 Subd. 1b

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