Bridging Faith Differences as a Couple

$49

Course #1 in the Navigating Faith Differences in Marriage bundle
By Valerie Hamaker, MA, NCC, LPC, CPT

In this thoughtful and grounding course, Valerie introduces participants to the concept of faith development stages and how these frameworks can help couples better understand one another’s spiritual growth and evolving perspectives. Rather than seeing faith shifts as threats to connection, Valerie invites couples to view them as part of a natural process of human and spiritual maturation.

Through guided reflection, couples will explore how differing stages of faith can influence communication, emotional safety, and shared meaning within a relationship. Valerie offers language and structure for navigating these changes with curiosity and compassion—helping each partner see that growth in faith is not a measure of goodness or worth, but an unfolding of understanding and authenticity.

Following this course, you will:

  • Understand key models of faith stage development and how they apply to individual and relational growth
  • Be able to identify and articulate where each partner may be within their own faith journey
  • Learn to approach faith differences with empathy, patience, and respect
  • Gain tools for meaningful conversation that strengthen connection, even amid evolving beliefs
  • Reframe faith development as a shared opportunity for growth, rather than a source of division

No. These courses are designed to support anyone experiencing a shift in their LDS religious beliefs, whether you are still attending, have stepped away, or are somewhere in between.

That’s okay. While some couples choose to go through certain courses together, it’s not required—and you can experience meaningful growth on your own.

Each course is designed to be effective whether you’re taking it solo or as a couple. Many individuals begin this work alone and still see powerful shifts in how they show up in their relationships, communicate their needs, and hold space for differences. You’re not behind or doing it wrong if you’re the only one engaging—this work begins with you, and that’s more than enough.

Yes. Your enrollment and participation are entirely private. No one else will know you’ve enrolled unless you choose to share that.

The podcast offers wide-reaching conversations and community connection. The support groups offer facilitated group healing. These courses provide focused, structured, private learning—ideal for those wanting deeper tools without group participation.