Modern, Inclusive Premarital Education Built by a Clinical Professional
Meet Kristen Franzen
MA, LMHC, LPC, NCC (She/Her/Hers)
As the founder of Cadenza Counseling, I spent years working with clients in live, 1-on-1 therapy settings. I loved helping couples navigate complex emotions, build stronger communication, and prepare for lifelong partnerships.
But I also noticed a recurring problem: many couples simply didn’t have the time or budget for weeks of traditional therapy right before their wedding, yet they desperately needed practical relationship tools—and they needed to meet their state’s legal requirements to get their marriage license.
That is why I transitioned Cadenza Counseling into a dedicated online education platform. I took the most effective, evidence-based frameworks from my clinical practice and distilled them into accessible, state-approved online courses.
Clinical Expertise You Can Trust
When you take a Cadenza Counseling course, you aren’t just checking a box for the county clerk. You are learning clinical-grade communication and conflict-resolution skills from a licensed professional.
- ✓ Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida – MH22317
- ✓ Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas – #97926
- ✓ National Certified Counselor (NCC)
- ✓ Approved Provider for the Twogether in Texas Program
- ✓ Registered Provider in Florida Counties Statewide
Our Educational Philosophy
My background in education and the expressive arts heavily influences how these courses are designed. You won’t find dry, academic lectures here. The curriculum is engaging, highly practical, and designed to help you tap into your own strengths as a couple.
Most importantly, Cadenza Counseling is fiercely committed to inclusivity and accessibility. We believe that every couple deserves a safe, welcoming space to prepare for marriage. To ensure our education fits your specific needs, values, and background, our curriculum is available in four distinct formats:
- 📚 Standard Curriculum: Our core, evidence-based relationship education designed for all couples looking for practical, modern tools.
- 🕊️ Faith-Friendly: A version of our core curriculum tailored specifically for couples seeking a traditional or religious approach to marriage preparation.
- ✨ Inclusive & Affirming: Our signature gender-affirming, LGBTQ+ inclusive curriculum free from outdated stereotypes.
- 🌎 Spanish Language: Fully translated courses (Curso Prematrimonial en Español) to serve our Spanish-speaking communities.
Ready to Prepare for Your Marriage?
Choose your state below to start your self-paced course, gain valuable relationship skills, and secure your official completion certificate.