Start Strong. Stay Steady. Move Forward with Clarity.
A structured programme for couples navigating change, pressure, or important decisions, before things escalate into conflict or crisis.
Scotland (in person + online hybrid) | October 2026 | For couples at any stage, including early strain or separation.
~~£360~~ **£180 + VAT per person (Pilot Cohort Rate)**
Limited pilot places available.
Why this programme exists
Most couples are not given tools to manage a shared life. When pressure builds through finances, parenting, or change, conversations become harder, decisions feel rushed, and small tensions grow.
Starting Well provides structured support early, so couples can move forward with clarity, not conflict.
Is this right for you?
This programme is for couples who are:
Navigating change or uncertainty
Life is shifting and you want a calm way to work through it together.
Experiencing pressure but want to avoid escalation
Things feel stretched but you want to act before they get harder.
Considering separation responsibly
You want to make thoughtful decisions that protect everyone involved.
Wanting to strengthen communication
You want a shared structure for the conversations that matter.
You do not need to be in crisis to benefit.
What you will leave with
Clearer communication
Practical ways to talk through hard things without escalation.
Greater financial awareness
A clearer picture of shared money and how to plan together.
Structured ways to handle conflict
Tools that help you disagree calmly and find resolution faster.
More confidence in decisions
A framework for making choices you can both stand behind.
A calmer direction forward
A realistic plan with clear next steps and shared responsibilities.
What is included in the programme
Structured workshops
Guided Starting Well sessions covering communication, finances, expectations, and transitions.
Conversation frameworks
Practical templates for the conversations that matter most.
Tools and worksheets
Take home materials you can use in real life, not just in sessions.
Relationship Health Check
Lite or Deep assessment included so you start with a clear baseline.
Facilitated sessions
Small group and couple sessions led by trained practitioners.
Take home materials
Everything you need to keep applying the approach after the programme ends.
Structured workshops
Guided Starting Well sessions covering communication, finances, expectations, and transitions.
Conversation frameworks
Practical templates for the conversations that matter most.
Tools and worksheets
Take home materials you can use in real life, not just in sessions.
Relationship Health Check
Lite or Deep assessment included so you start with a clear baseline.
Facilitated sessions
Small group and couple sessions led by trained practitioners.
Take home materials
Everything you need to keep applying the approach after the programme ends.
How the programme works
1. Understand
Start with a Relationship Health Check to get clarity on strengths and pressure points.
2. Work through
Guided sessions covering communication, finances, expectations, and transitions.
3. Move forward
Structured planning with clear next steps, reduced conflict, and stronger stability.
How it is delivered
Hybrid format
Scotland based in person sessions combined with online sessions for flexibility.
Small cohort
A small group for safety, quality, and meaningful connection.
Trained facilitators
Led by practitioners trained in the Stronger Ties approach.
Why this is different
Starting Well is delivered by a Community Interest Company. That means the focus is on prevention, not crisis response. We provide an independent and neutral space, and any surplus is reinvested into supporting families who could not otherwise access structured help.
per person (Pilot Cohort Rate)
- Full programme
- All materials and worksheets
- Relationship Health Check (Lite or Deep)
- Facilitated sessions
- Take home resources
Pilot Cohort Pricing
per person (Pilot Cohort Rate)
- Full programme
- All materials and worksheets
- Relationship Health Check (Lite or Deep)
- Facilitated sessions
- Take home resources