Workshops For Couples

Partners in Growth: Strengthening Relationships Impacted by Childhood Sexual Abuse

Partners in Growth: Strenghening Relationships Impacted by Childhood Sexual Abuse is a supportive weekend workshop designed for couples navigating the impacts of childhood sexual abuse on their relationship. This intensive, trauma-informed program explores how early experiences shape adult relationships, focusing on rebuilding trust, finding balance in power dynamics, developing healthy intimacy, and fostering a nurturing connection. Led by experienced trauma therapists Joshua Beckett and Milena Lukic, couples will learn practical tools for communication, boundary-setting, and emotional safety in a confidential, respectful environment. The workshop will include group discussions, individual partner work, small group work. One or both partners may be survivors.

Is this workshop right for me?

Understanding Trauma’s Impact
– How does CSA specifically affect adult relationship patterns and trust?
– What are common trauma responses and their manifestations in daily life?

Communication & Triggers
– How do we develop a shared language around triggers and trauma responses?
– What specific techniques help us communicate about difficult moments without shame or withdrawal?
– How can we signal and respond to emotional shut-down in ways that strengthen trust?

Intimacy & Safety
– What does rebuilding physical and emotional intimacy look like at a pace that feels safe?
– How can we create moments of connection that honor both trauma history and current needs?

Boundaries & Balance
– How do we balance individual healing work with relationship needs?
– What does healthy support look like without overstepping?
– How can both partners maintain their emotional wellbeing while supporting each other?

What you can expect by the end of two days:

Practical Tools
– Concrete strategies for communicating needs, boundaries, and triggers
– Specific techniques for grounding and staying present
– Clear framework for navigating intimate moments safely
– Action plans for responding to emotional shutdown or triggering situations

Enhanced Understanding
– Deep grasp of how trauma impacts relationship dynamics
– Recognition of individual and shared healing patterns
– Clear understanding of each partner’s role in the healing journey
– Knowledge of healthy boundaries and support strategies

Emotional Resources
– Tools for processing difficult emotions
– Strategies for maintaining individual emotional balance
– Methods for cultivating self-compassion and patience

Path Forward
– Clear framework for continued healing while nurturing the relationship
– Practical steps for building trust and safety together

FAQ

How many people usually attend this workshop?
We are accepting up to 12 couples.

Are there any pre-work requirements?
No. Previous work in therapy — either individually or as a couple — is encouraged, but not required. Additionally, we will be providing you with a full-color workbook.

Are same-sex and LGBTQ+ couples welcome??
Absolutely. Any couple committed to understanding the effects of CSA on their relationship and building trust and safety is welcome. That includes same-sex couples, non-binary partners, and all relationship configurations. The work of healing from CSA and learning to love responsibly transcends sexual orientation or gender identity.

Can both partners be survivors?
Yes.

What is your cancelation policy?
If you are prevented from attending (and let us know up to 48 hours before the workshop), we will refund your workshop payment.

Will we be practicing techniques with role-playing exercises?
Yes. There will be large/open group discussions, small breakout groups, and role- plays between partners. There will also be an experiential practice with couples who volunteer to participate in a demonstration of practices learned during the workshop.

What is the cost of the workshop?
The cost per couple is $1,200.

How long is the workshop?
The workshop is a full two days, five hours each day, plus a one hour break for lunch.

Where is the workshop taking place?
We’ll be meeting in Los Angeles, CA. The precise meeting place varies from workshop to workshop. All the details will be in your welcome email.