The SYMBIS Assessment is built on a growing mountain of research that reveals what is most effective when it comes to pre-marriage education (as well as marriage enrichment for SYMBIS+). It explores a full range of issues – from relatively simple and static dimensions such as longevity of the relationship, critical skill-sets such as communication, and all of the complexities of joining two sets of personality dynamics.
All in all, the SYMBIS Assessment covers more than two-dozen particular dimensions based upon research studies with relevance to your coaching and counseling. These include:
- Marriage Mindset
- Self-concept
- Maturity
- Independence
- Longevity
- Stability
- Similarity
- Stress
- Psychological Caution Flags
- Cohabitation
- Unrealistic Expectations
- Baggage
- Social Support
- In-law Relationships
- Cultural Context
- Spiritual Beliefs
- Finances
- Role Expectations
- Personality
- Love
- Sex
- Attitudes and Happiness
- Communication
- Bridging the Gender Gap
- Conflict Management
- Spiritual Intimacy
- Re-marriage (if relevant)
- Blending a Family (if relevant)
What about couples that are already married?
SYMBIS can be used with married couples – even though it was not specifically designed for them. We call it SYMBIS+. As couples complete the questionnaire the question bank will dynamically adjust to automatically give them the most appropriate questions. And, of course, it will give you the optimal report for each couple – whether already married or pre- married.
FACTS
- 76% of married couples say they wish they had pre-marriage education.
- 86% of Americans over 18 say all couples considering marriage should get pre- marriage education.
- Couples who do not receive pre-marriage education are more likely to see their problems as atypical and unsolvable.
- 41% of divorced couples say lack of pre-marriage preparation contributed to their divorce.