Intro session
Online Sessions Across Alberta
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Why I Offer a Free Intro Session
Most therapists charge $200–$250 for a first session and many couples never return.
Why?
Because they didn’t feel heard, or the approach didn’t fit.
I offer a free 30-minute introductory session so you can get a real sense of how I work before investing your relationship, time, energy, and money. No pressure. No commitment. Just an honest conversation to see what’s possible for your relationship.
"Book Your Free Intro Session
Let’s explore whether this is the right fit—together."
What Happens In a Free Intro Couples Therapy Session?
This 30-minute session isn’t just a pitch; it’s a window into how relationship therapy can start shifting things fast. It’s a real conversation designed to help you make an informed choice.
Online sessions are ideal for busy couples juggling family, shift work, or rural living. If finding time to drive to an office is one more strain on your relationship, virtual therapy removes that barrier.
Serving Red Deer and Couples Across Alberta
- No driving. No parking. No waiting rooms.
- No taking time off work. No scrambling for child care.
- No sitting awkwardly in an office wondering who’s listening.
- Online couples counselling means you can do the work from wherever you feel most comfortable.
Many couples find me by searching for “online couples counselling near me” in Red Deer and Central Alberta — virtual sessions make that support possible wherever you are in the province.
Here’s how it works:
For the first 10 minutes, I’ll explain how I work and what makes my approach different from most mainstream mental health services.
I specialize exclusively in relationship and marriage counselling.
What I offer is considered “self-help” by the industry and by most insurance carriers because relationship growth is not seen as a medically treatable concern.
This is not about diagnosis or symptom management.
This is about real change; fast, deep, and built on radical honesty.
After that, I’ll ask a few questions to get a sense of what’s going on in your relationship and what you’re hoping for.
We’ll talk about what working together could look like, and you’ll have space to ask anything you need to know.
Throughout the session, you’ll hear me use one phrase over and over again:
“If you choose to work with me…”
That’s intentional. There’s no pressure here.
I want you to have a conversation together after this session; to decide whether this is a fit. Only then should you book your first full session.
You’ll walk away with:
- A clear understanding of what I offer
- An honest sense of whether my approach feels right for you
- The time and space to decide without pressure
Getting the Most Out of Your Online Introductory Session
A little preparation goes a long way.
To get the most out of your counselling sessions with me, it helps to take a few minutes before we meet to make sure your setup is working smoothly. These sessions are powerful and they rely on a clear connection, good lighting, and sound that lets both of you be fully heard. This isn’t about perfection. It’s about creating the right conditions so you can focus on the real work - not the tech.
Zoom Session Tips for Couples
Whether this is your first session or your tenth, here’s how to set yourselves up for the best possible experience:
- Test your setup ahead of time using Zoom’s built-in test tool:
👉 https://zoom.us/test - Download the Zoom Workplace App for better video and audio quality:
👉 https://zoom.us/download
(The browser version works, but has limited controls. The app gives you more stability and flexibility.) - Use the device that feels most natural (laptop, tablet, or desktop) but make sure:
- Both of you are visible on camera - side-by-side, eye-level, with the camera around head height
- Lighting is in front of you, not behind you (avoid sitting with a bright window or lamp behind you)
- Internet connection matters:
- If using Wi-Fi, sit as close to your router as possible
- If available, an ethernet cable offers the most reliable connection
- Audio clarity helps connection:
- Go into your Zoom Audio Settings and set
“Noise Suppression” to “Low”
(This helps reduce the loss of emotional tone in your voices) - Check your environment:
- Choose a quiet space where you won’t be interrupted
- Close other apps or tabs on your device to reduce distraction and improve performance
- You’ll receive a unique Zoom link in your session confirmation email from me. That link is secure and personalized for your appointment. You can join from the app or your browser, but again, the Zoom app is preferred for a smoother experience.
If you'd like to keep these tips handy, downloadable the RLTMC Zoom Session Prep Guide for Couples. Thank you for taking a few moments to set things up well, it makes a real difference in the work we do together.
Page last updated March 03, 2026.
Questions? Contact Rick Martin at
rick@humanphysics.ca
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+1 403 483 2530
“Virtual counselling brings the work right into your daily life - because your living room is where the real work happens.”
