Marriage therapy that works – from the comfort of home.
forBetter teaches couples how to tend to their marriage with free courses and resources.
forBetter is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. All resources are free for you, thanks to the generosity of others.
Save your marriage
Strengthen your connection
Safeguard your future
Tend to your marriage
and it will thrive.
Marriage is a garden. And like a garden, it's normal for weeds to sprout. But the difference between a garden that languishes and one that flourishes is the dedication of its gardeners.
forBetter teaches couples how to tend to their marriage with free online marriage counseling courses and resources that are easy to understand, easy to implement, and, if you put them into practice...transformational.
For any marriage, at any stage.
Are you at a
breaking point?
It's not easy to admit that you're struggling. But the first step to saving your marriage is acknowledging that you're not happy and you want that to change. forBetter is here to support you on your journey as a couple, first to rekindle and then regain the deep connection you once had.
Are you just
making it work?
You're not thinking about divorce or separation, but you're not thriving, either. You've been feeling more like roommates, doing life together, but drifting further apart. forBetter resources will help you rediscover the love and recapture the laughter that's gone missing.
Is your love
stronger than ever?
Maybe you're newly married and want to get your life together off to a great start. Or maybe you've managed to keep the flame alive for years. Either way, forBetter can help you infuse more intentional acts of love into your daily life so your future burns even brighter.
Is your marriage on track to become another statistic?
The 4th year of marriage has the
highest rate of divorce70% of couples who divorce do so
without getting any professional helpCouples who eventually seek out counseling wait an average of 6 years of being unhappy
8 of 10 couples in therapy report feeling they’ve lost the ability to enjoy each other
forBetter helps marriages go from barely surviving to thriving.
No marriage is destined to fail, just as no marriage is guaranteed to work without effort. The challenges, frustrations, and disappointments you're struggling with right now are not only common, but expected. With forBetter, you'll learn how to address and overcome these issues as they arise, as well as daily habits that safeguard your marriage today, tomorrow, and forever.
How to strengthen your marriage in minutes a day
Explore our resources.
From simple insights to complete programs, find a resource that speaks to you and your partner.
Practice daily.
Consistency is key. Watch the training videos or develop your happiness habits to get the most out of your marriage.
Enjoy each other again.
After applying what you learn in our trainings, you'll be amazed at how much deeper your connection can be.
Enjoy free and easy access so you can live happier now.
COUPLES THERAPY AT HOME
A more joyful marriage begins here.
The antidote to the marriage-disappointment-divorce cycle is simple: insights and daily action. Explore a resource today to cultivate deep meaning and lasting power in your relationship.
START SIMPLE
The Love Prescription
Master the 7 daily habits of happy marriages
Small acts of love, done often, have the greatest positive impact on your relationship. Over just 7 days, you'll learn to make the 7 core acts of love second nature – and completely transform the trajectory of your marriage.
BUILD MOMENTUM
Marriage in Motion
A proven training to build a stronger marriage
Created as an alternative to traditional in-office counseling, we bring leading therapists right into your home. Our signature course offers a transformative experience for couples who are committed to getting “un-stuck” and moving their marriage forward. Learn the tried-and-true principles of successful, enduring connection with 16 on-demand video lessons.
MINI COURSES
Small wins move couples forward.
20 Truths to
Transform Your Marriage
Learn the 20 truths that – when applied – lead to small wins that totally transform the trajectory of your marriage over time.
20 Questions for
Deeper Intimacy
Ask these 20 questions consistently and with care, and you will trigger more intimate conversations and a deeper connection.
The Four Horsemen
of the Apocalypse
Learn to recognize the four most toxic behaviors that sabotage relationships and predict separation so you can avoid them (and divorce).
Hear from couples who are transforming their marriages for better
It’s working!
“Think of it. We live in a different hemisphere than Zach and Laura. Still, they faithfully meet us in our home — every single week — at a time of our choosing. They are engaging, easy to follow, and willing to move at our pace. And it’s working! We’re building a stronger marriage. We’re enjoying a closer connection. We’re so grateful for this opportunity.”
Jill & John
North Island, Whangamata
New Zealand
Here's to more breakthroughs...
“We’ve been married for less than two years. While our marriage has been rewarding overall, there have been more times of tension and struggle than we’d like to admit. Friends recommended MARRIAGE in MOTION. The suggestions in that video were so elegantly simple. Now when we see things differently, or come from different perspectives, the goal is no longer to be right, but to be understood. Here’s to more breakthroughs forBetter in our marriage, and for countless marriages around the globe!”
Jodi & James
Sarasota, FL
Words can't fully express our gratitude.
"Through the insights and the guided conversation, we uncovered the source of our pain-point. Something I had said four years ago wounded my husband deeply. What I meant as a challenge to motivate, he heard as an ultimatum to change. That realization is what led to our breakthrough — to forgiveness, healing, and a new path forward for the future. We’re now scheduling ‘study dates’ to work through the remaining lessons in anticipation of further transformation of our marriage forBetter. Words can’t fully express our gratitude.”
Vanessa & David
St. Paul, MN
Marriage Support for Modern Life
Marriage counseling is life-changing for many couples. But, it can be costly in both time and money.
forBetter removes the barriers to in-office counseling so more people can save their marriages.
100% Free
forBetter is a gift to you, plain and simple. No strings, no hidden motives, no catch.
Therapists You Can Trust
Experienced Certified Gottman Therapists guide you each step of the way.
Comfort and Privacy
The benefits of couples counseling in the comfort and privacy of your own home.
Instant Access
All resources are free to watch and download now – no email sign-up required.
Quick Connection Wins
Each tip or module offers a quick win you can try now to connect better today.
Self-Paced Progress
Watch, discuss, and practice each module at your own pace.
EXPERT COUPLES THERAPY
We believe in your marriage.
And with our help, you'll believe in it too.
Marriage is never easy. But navigating the waters of trust, change, and lasting connection is significantly simpler (and more enjoyable) when you have a guide for the journey.
forBetter has teamed up with two relationship experts and Certified Gottman Therapists — Zach Brittle and Laura Heck — to share this powerful work with couples at any stage of their marriage. They'll be your guides through each of our courses to help you save, strengthen, and safeguard your marriage.
Meet Zach
Zach Brittle is a Certified Gottman Therapist and author. With over 15 years of counseling experience (and 24 years of happy husband experience), he's dedicated to helping marriages thrive.
Meet Laura
Laura Heck is a relationship expert, speaker, media personality, and Certified Gottman Therapist. And perhaps the most important role of all: a loving wife and mother.
RESEARCH-BACKED RELATIONSHIP BUILDING
Our proven approach to healthy relationships.
The secret to a happy and lasting marriage is consistency and connection. With forBetter, you'll learn how to do both.
Our approach is grounded in the revolutionary work of renowned relationship expert Dr. John Gottman. Through his groundbreaking research, Dr. Gottman was able to identify the precise behaviors that make marriages work AND the precise behaviors that are toxic to a relationship.
Scientifically validated insights
Easy to understand and implement
Applicable to any marriage
There's an enemy out to destroy your relationship...
but only if you let it.
Today’s pace of life is full of distractions that consume your time and energy. Careers, kids, the mortgage, groceries, laundry, school activities, social media, Netflix. The list goes on.
Then one day, you wake up feeling lonely in love. You feel more like roommates or business partners — together, but disconnected and distant. When there’s less fun and more negativity, your relationship starts to erode.
Maybe you're already at your breaking point. If so, consider this: divorce — and eventual re-marriage — only swaps your current set of challenges with a different set of challenges.
Don't bail in the midst of your temporary discontent, just to end up struggling with the same habits and miscommunications. Don't lose hope. You don't have to let your marriage become another statistic. You both want better. You both deserve better.
If this is you, it’s time to elevate the trajectory of your relationship…forBetter.
This is our gift to you.
Charles and Susie Rutherford, the founders of forBetter
After 35+ years of marriage mentoring, we've seen countless relationships transformed - often by making the smallest of adjustments. Seeing marriages go from barely surviving to thriving is what fuels our passion for helping others save their marriages. It is what led us to create forBetter.
If you REALLY want to save, strengthen, and safeguard your marriage, then commit to taking the small steps that will move your marriage forward — starting today. We're cheering you on forBetter!
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