Twogether in Texas Inclusive Premarital Course
A modern, affirming 8-hour online course designed for same-sex, queer, and modern couples. Save $60 and skip the 72-hour wait for your TX marriage license.
How to skip the 72 hour waiting period for a Texas marriage license
To skip the mandatory 72-hour waiting period for a Texas marriage license, you must complete an 8-hour state-approved Twogether in Texas premarital course. Upon completion, present your official printed certificate to the County Clerk, and the waiting period will be instantly waived under Texas Family Code § 2.013.
The Course That Pays For Itself
Texas law financially rewards couples who complete the Twogether in Texas premarital education program. By taking our 8-hour approved course, the state automatically waives $60.00 from your marriage license application fee.
Without Course
~$82
Standard TX License Fee
+ 72-Hour Waiting Period
With Inclusive Track
~$22
$60 State Fee Waived
Waiting Period: WAIVED
How Texas Couples Skip the 72-Hour Wait & Save $60
Watch our quick video breakdown on navigating the Texas County Clerk process, claiming your $60 statutory discount, and earning your Twogether in Texas certificate.
Twogether in Texas Course Catalog
Every track is 100% state-approved under Texas Family Code § 2.013, valid in all 254 counties, and priced at $19.97 per couple.
Standard Track
Evidence-based, non-denominational relationship skills and conflict resolution for modern couples.
Faith-Friendly Track
Integrates biblical principles and ministry values alongside clinical premarital communication tools.
Inclusive & Affirming
Specifically designed for LGBTQ+, queer, and modern couples free from heteronormative assumptions.
Curso en Español
100% en español, adaptado culturalmente y aprobado oficialmente para ahorrar $60 y omitir la espera.
An Affirming, Inclusive Curriculum
Designed by a Licensed Professional Counselor, our 8-hour Texas course throws out outdated, heteronormative assumptions. We equip you with evidence-based tools tailored for modern partnerships.
Authentic Communication
Master active listening and emotional validation. Learn how to express your needs safely while navigating unique external stressors as a couple.
Protecting Your Peace
Discover healthy strategies to de-escalate internal arguments, while also learning how to set boundaries against external invalidation or family conflict.
Financial Equity
Navigate the realities of merging finances. Learn to budget as a unified team, discuss financial baggage, and understand the legal protections of marriage.
Affirming Intimacy
Explore intimacy without scripts. Understand each other’s emotional needs, love languages, and how to cultivate a deeply connected, affirming physical bond.
Redefining Roles
Throw out heteronormative relationship scripts. Intentionally design your own expectations for household responsibilities, career balance, and equity.
Chosen Family & Future
Establish a unified vision for your future. Discuss family planning, cultivating your chosen community, and ensuring you are always moving forward together.
What Our Texas Couples Are Saying
100% verified completions accepted by County Clerks across all 254 Texas counties.
“Finding a queer-friendly Twogether in Texas course was stressful until we found Cadenza. The whole process was the most stress-free course I’ve ever taken. We printed the PDF certificate, brought it to the Travis County courthouse, and instantly got our $60 discount and skipped the 72-hour wait for our same-sex license.”
Lexy & Jamie L.
Travis County (Austin, TX)
“This course is amazing. Very clear and concise. It’s truly inclusive and representative of all types of unions. It was so refreshing to take a course that actually felt like it was made for two women. We took our certificate to the Dallas County Clerk and they accepted it instantly. Highly recommended!”
Tayden & Rachel H.
Dallas County (Dallas, TX)
Meet Kristen Franzen
Kristen Franzen is a National Certified Counselor (NCC #1727660), a Texas Licensed Professional Counselor (TX LPC #97926), and an Ordained Minister. Holding professional licensures across 10 states (TX, FL, CO, PA, LA, AZ, NC, MO, TN, MN), she brings over a decade of clinical and relationship counseling expertise directly to premarital couples.
Her curriculum strictly complies with Texas Family Code § 2.013 and is registered with the statewide Twogether in Texas program. Upon completion, both partners receive official state certificates guaranteeing your $60 discount and 72-hour waiting period waiver at all 254 County Clerks, including Harris, Dallas, Tarrant, Bexar, and Travis counties.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do both me and my partner need to pay for the course?
No. The single payment of $19.97 covers both partners.
You only need to purchase the course once per couple. Our online platform provides joint access for both partners to complete the self-paced materials together. Upon finishing the course, official Twogether in Texas certificates of completion are issued for each individual so you can present them together to the County Clerk to waive the 72-hour waiting period and receive your full $60 marriage license discount.
Will this certificate be accepted for a same-sex marriage license in Texas?
Yes, absolutely. Under federal marriage equality laws, same-sex marriage licenses are processed identically to all other licenses in Texas. Because Kristen Franzen is an authorized clinical provider registered with the state, our Twogether in Texas Certificate of Completion is legally mandated to be accepted by all 254 County Clerks under Texas Family Code § 2.013. It guarantees your $60 discount and waives the 72-hour wait without exception.
How to skip the 72 hour waiting period for a Texas marriage license?
To skip the mandatory 72-hour waiting period for a Texas marriage license, you must complete an 8-hour state-approved Twogether in Texas premarital course. Upon completion, present your official printed certificate to the County Clerk, and the waiting period will be instantly waived under Texas Family Code § 2.013.
How long does this online course take?
Texas law strictly requires a minimum of 8 hours of premarital education to qualify for the discount and waiver. The course is self-paced online, meaning you can log in and out over several days. You must review the materials for 8 hours before your official state certification is unlocked.
What do we bring to the Texas County Clerk?
To successfully apply for your marriage license, both you and your partner must appear in person. You must bring:
- Valid ID: Driver’s License, State ID, Passport, or Military ID.
- Social Security Number: You must know your SSN.
- Course Certificate: Your printed Twogether in Texas Certificate of Completion from Cadenza Counseling.
- Payment: The discounted license fee (usually around $22.00 depending on the county).
How long is the Twogether in Texas certificate valid?
Your official Twogether in Texas Certificate of Completion is valid for exactly 1 year (365 days) from the date it is issued. You must present it to the County Clerk to apply for your marriage license before that one-year window expires.
Build Your Marriage on a Strong Foundation
Skip the 72-hour wait and save $60 with a modern, affirming curriculum. Only $19.97 per couple (covers both partners).
Enroll in the Inclusive Track Today