Mountaintop Counseling

Mountaintop, PA

Couples Counseling with Mountaintop Counseling

Our office offers both traditional couples counseling and an intensive couples therapy program, so you can choose the level of support that best fits your relationship and your goals.

Traditional couples counseling is a steady, weekly process where we work together over time to improve communication, navigate conflict, and strengthen your connection in a supportive, ongoing way. It’s a great fit for couples who want consistent guidance and space to grow at a natural pace.

For couples who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or ready for deeper work right away, we also offer an intensive couples therapy program. This is a more focused, immersive experience designed to help you get to the heart of relationship patterns in a condensed timeframe.

In just a few days, an intensive can offer the equivalent of 20+ traditional sessions. Instead of stretching progress over months, we create space to slow down, go deeper, and work through core issues with intention and support. Many couples use this as a powerful reset; whether they’re in crisis, trying to rebuild, or wanting to reconnect on a deeper level.

Using a structured, research-informed approach, we help you step out of day-to-day cycles and truly understand what’s happening between you. From there, we focus on real tools, honest communication, and meaningful change you can carry forward long after the intensive ends.

What to Expect from Intensive Couple's Therapy

The intensive program begins with both parties completing a comprehensive scientific assessment to gather detailed insights about you, your partner, and your relationship. Following this, couples can engage in up to 6 hours of therapy per day over one to four additional days.

A three or four-day intensive is typically recommended for its effectiveness in addressing multiple facets of the relationship. Research shows the 4-day Couples Intensive offers the best balance of therapeutic outcomes, time, and cost.

For couples looking for preventative care, premarital preparation, or minor issue resolution, a 2-day intensive is suitable. On the other hand, four- or five-day intensives are ideal for those dealing with more complex issues, trauma, or who have lost hope in traditional therapy.

During a consultation call, we will determine the most appropriate schedule for your goals and needs. This format allows for in-depth discussions about relationship struggles, past injuries, and the development of new communication skills - creating time and space for true rebuilding.

Benefits & Risks

Intensive therapy is practical for couples with busy schedules who can't commit to weekly sessions or who seek quicker progress than traditional therapy offers. It can be a lifeline for those needing immediate help.

However, it is important to note the intensive nature of this therapy can lead to experiencing uncomfortable emotions such as sadness, guilt, anxiety, anger, loneliness, and helplessness. It may also involve revisiting unpleasant past experiences.

After completing the intensive, a 30-45 minute follow-up session will be scheduled (included in the intensive price) to assess your relationship’s progress and ongoing needs. At this final session, there is also an opportunity to create an After-Care Plan if needed (not included in the intensive price).
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About the Therapists
The intensive couples services are led by:
Michelle Zapotoski & Lauren Martonick

Growing up, Michelle was one of three children raised by a single mom after her parents divorced. Experiencing the stress of this dynamic, Michelle was determined to create a stable and loving home of her own when she was in that stage of her life. Today, she proudly talks about her spouse of 13 years and her two beautiful children. Michelle’s home life is one of respect, faith, and love, and she considers this her greatest source of joy.

Lauren and her partner have been together since high school, essentially growing up side-by-side and learning as they've journeyed through life. From the excitement of moving-in together, moving across the country and back, getting engaged, to the challenges of raising children- they've faced it all together. These experiences have taught Lauren resilience and strength, showing her how to weather any storm that comes their way.

Both Michelle and Lauren are focused on offering a transformative and accelerated approach to couples therapy. Their goal is to provide a safe, respectful, and judgment-free environment where couples can rebuild and strengthen their relationship.

Pricing Information

This Intensive Couples' Program does not accept insurance or EAP programs for payment, as insurance will not pay for 90+ minute sessions with two therapists present. However, various discounts and payment plans are available upon request.

Payment is due in full at the time of booking for all intensive packages. For weekly sessions, payment is expected at the time of service.
 
Cancellations: We do enforce a strict 48-hour cancellation policy. If you do not show up for your scheduled appointment without giving at least two business days' notice, you will be charged the full session cost due to the custom nature of our services and the limited number of clients we accept.

Intensive Packages & Options

Below are the packages we offer along with the pricing structure.

Please note, we also offer Weekly Intensive sessions for $300 per hour.

Build

$3,600
(12 hours + assessment)

This is for couples who want to prevent future issues. Those who already have a strong relationship, but need to address minor differences or decisions (e.g., buying a house), or aim to deepen their emotional bond and friendship and have a functional conflict resolution system. This option will help boost intimacy and prepare for marriage.

Maintain

$5,100
(17 hours + assessment)

For couples seeking to make small adjustments to their relationship, or are trying to regain their footing. It is for those who experience ongoing struggles with friendship or conflict, need guidance on major life decisions (e.g., having children, changing jobs, relocating), or may want to improve intimacy and stop feeling like roommates and more like romantic partners.

Repair

$6,900
(23 hours + assessment)

Couples who need to heal from a significant betrayal (e.g., infidelity), are dealing with unresolved trauma affecting their relationship, or require assistance in managing multiple conflicts, this program is best suited. If you desire greater intimacy, but face challenges in their conflict resolution system (e.g., haven't had intimate relations in months), feel more like adversaries than partners, or have separated but are seeking reconciliation.

Rebuild

$9,000
(30 hours + assessment)

This option is best suited for couples who need to completely rebuild their relationship. If you are coping with multiple or deeply rooted betrayals, face significant trauma that impedes the ability to heal and re-connect, haven't been intimate in years, or if you and your partner have considered/filed for divorce, but are looking to reconcile the issues and save the marriage. 

Interested in Intensive Couples Therapy?

Consultations are always free!

Send us a message using the form below to schedule a consult and determine which Intensive option is right for your relationship.