What is a couples therapy intensive?

A couples therapy intensive is a focused, immersive alternative to traditional weekly couples counseling. Instead of 50-minute weekly sessions, you and your partner devote extended, uninterrupted time to your relationship — typically 12 hours spread over a few days. This accomplishes what typically takes 4 months in traditional couples counseling. During an intensive, you are Dr. Srsic's only client, allowing for complete flexibility in scheduling and approach.

What therapy model does Dr. Srsic use?

Dr. Srsic uses Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT), which has been proven to be 90% effective compared to a 35% success rate with the next leading couples therapy model, according to Psychology Today. She is a certified EFT therapist and is among a select few therapists in Ohio who have earned certification from the International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT).

How long does an intensive take?

The process begins with a complimentary 20-minute virtual consultation, followed by a one-hour joint assessment session and one-hour individual appointments for each partner. The intensive itself typically involves 3–4 hour sessions per day scheduled over 2–3 days. Sessions can be completed in as little as a long weekend, making it ideal for couples traveling to Central Ohio.

How much does a couples intensive cost at RCOhio?

Sessions are priced per hour at $285. Dr. Srsic will provide a detailed cost estimate based on your specific session plan during the initial consultation.

Does health insurance cover couples therapy intensives?

Health insurance does not pay for the intensive model. Traditional insurance coverage for couples counseling requires one partner to have a clinical diagnosis and be identified as the patient. RCOhio's approach treats the relationship as the client — not either individual — which means a diagnosis cannot be applied. However, HSA and FSA funds can be used to pay for services.

Can HSA or FSA funds be used to pay for a couples intensive?

Yes. You can use Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) funds to pay for couples intensive services at RCOhio.

Are sessions conducted in person or via telehealth?

All intensive sessions are conducted primarily in person at the Worthington, Ohio office, as this is how the EFCT model works best. However, telehealth services for the assessment portion of the work can be discussed during the initial consultation.

What does RCOhio specialize in?

Dr. Srsic has special expertise in affair recovery and in working with couples where one or both partners are struggling with addiction, ADHD, or are on the autism spectrum. The intensive approach is also helpful for non-distressed couples who want to improve communication and deepen their connection.

What happens after the intensive is complete?

Toward the end of the intensive work, Dr. Srsic will discuss next steps with you and your partner. You may feel you have gotten what you need, or you may choose to continue with longer-term traditional couples counseling. If so, Dr. Srsic will refer you to a vetted colleague and communicate everything learned during the intensive. A written Summary Report will also be provided describing your relationship cycle and offering specific, concrete strategies to strengthen your relationship.

How quickly can we get started?

RCOhio typically responds to inquiries within 24 hours. Scheduling depends on your flexibility and Dr. Srsic's calendar. The goal is always to begin as quickly as possible. Start with a free 20-minute virtual consultation by visiting rcohio.com/contact.

What is a couples therapy intensive?

A couples therapy intensive is a focused, immersive form of couples counseling that replaces weekly 50-minute sessions with extended, uninterrupted time — typically 9 hours over two days. During this time, you are Dr. Srsic's only client, allowing for complete flexibility and deeper emotional work.

Where is Relationship Counseling of Ohio located?

RCOhio is located at 633 High Street in historic Old Worthington, Ohio 43085. The office is centrally located in Ohio and within an 8-hour drive for 46% of the U.S. population, and accessible via non-stop flights from over 40 major U.S. cities.

Does Dr. Srsic offer telehealth sessions?

All intensive sessions are conducted primarily in person as this is how the EFCT model works best. However, telehealth services for the assessment portion can be discussed during the initial consultation.

Relationship Counseling of Ohio

Couples Intensives

Are you looking for something different?

If you’re here, your relationship likely matters deeply to you—and you’ve probably already put in real effort to make things better. You may have tried date nights, read the books, had the same conversations over and over, or even tried counseling before. Despite all of that, you’re probably still not where you want to be.

That’s where a different approach can make all the difference.

I specialize exclusively in couples intensives for people who want to feel better faster. Intensives are a focused, concentrated form of couples counseling that creates the time and space needed for deeper work—rebuilding trust, shifting patterns, and strengthening connection.

Rather than 50-minute weekly sessions, intensives are more like a private, personalized relationship retreat. When you step out of your daily routine, turn off your phone, and dedicate uninterrupted time to your relationship, something important happens: you’re finally able to get to the root of what’s been keeping you stuck.

This isn’t about rushing the work. It’s about creating enough time, structure, and safety for real change to occur. I use Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT), a model that has proven to be 90% effective compared to a 35% success rate with the next leading couples therapy model (Psychology Today).

After completing an intensive, couples report powerful shifts in communication, hope and healing.

Hi, I’m Dr. Srsic

I am a Counseling Psychologist and have a Ph.D. from The Ohio State University where I taught both undergraduate and graduate classes in the psychology department. I have been licensed and practicing in Worthington, a suburb of Columbus, for over 25 years, and I have a passion for all things relational. I am a certified Emotionally Focused Couples therapist and am among a select few therapists in Ohio who have earned that credential. I work with couples at all stages of their relationship, addressing a wide range of challenges. I bring particular expertise in affair recovery, and in working with couples where one partner has ADHD, is on the spectrum or is struggling with addiction.

For more information on EFT, the model I use, visit www.ICEEFT.com or read this article published by Psychology Today. Additionally, this link provides information on what to look for in an Emotionally Focused Therapist.

What People Are Saying

"My husband “and I felt that this experience was very helpful and meaningful for our relationship. We were at the brink of divorce, and this helped give us the tools to better understand where each other was really coming from and why. We felt like at the end of the sessions we had a game plan and concrete next steps to continue to work toward a successful marriage."

— M. H.
"I found this experience extremely helpful for our relationship. I've noticed big changes in our whole family in the two weeks since we met with you. Our older daughter texted her friends and said, "I think therapy may actually be working, I haven't felt this comfortable at home in forever." She has also been going out of her way to hang out with us. We know we have a lot of work left to do but feel much more prepared to put in the effort after meeting with you. We both learned a lot about ourselves and each other, and feel like we have the tools to move forward. Thank you!!!"

— K. S.
"Colby is very relatable. She reflects back what she hears and feels, giving space for both people to absorb the important moments. She doesn't allow the process to get off track either by keeping things focused on emotions and not picking winners/losers or settling disputed viewpoints. An intensive process is necessary. It's similar to sleep: you can't get into REM sleep immediately; there are several stages. To process experience at an emotional level is difficult to do in an hour of individual therapy; to do it as a pair in a situation where the two people aren't working well together makes it nearly impossible to make progress an hour at a time."

— J. K.
"The intensive emotional therapy sessions were extremely helpful in getting to the source of our marital issues and helping us work through the issues. We felt like we made a lot of progress through this process - in a way that traditional 1-hour sessions would not have been able to accomplish. We now feel we are on the same page and are mutually committed to working to improve our marriage. Everything was fantastic - thank you for tending to our needs throughout the process."

— L. R.
"It was wonderful working with Colby. I felt understood, and my experience within my marriage felt deeply cared for and valued. Our pain was held with such tenderness and compassion, while also being gently guided toward the parts we may have been missing—or that were difficult to face. The experience was impactful and so helpful for our marriage. It was exactly what we needed."

— S. B.
“Having Colby there to keep us focused on our feelings in those moment, she provided a calming, secure and non judgmental space for us to explore intimate issues. She approached our interactions with curiosity and an openness that helped us maintain vulnerability and work through a deeper exploration of emotions. We were able to achieve a better understanding of what to work on going forward. We deeply appreciate Colby’s willingness to hold space for the most private parts of our relationship, thereby, allowing us to fully connect with each other in a safe way. We will be forever grateful!!!”

— K. H. & R. C.
“It was a very smooth experience that exceeded my expectations. Colby is truly amazing in this space, a true professional and very genuine. I feel so much more educated about myself and our marriage. Having the right forum to actually share years worth of difficult issues lifted something very heavy off my chest.”

— C. B.
“Colby's ability to listen and recap, as well as to "rewind" to expand some of the feelings we expressed, were so keen and helpful! Seeing the report summarizing our interactions (both as we went and after we had parted) - created both a sense of security (we were fully understood) and a confidence that we could manage our challenges (they weren't so overwhelmingly complicated after all) to emerge from the cycle in which we had previously felt so trapped. Further, it was nothing short of healing to have Colby welcome our corrections or changes without the least defensiveness. We're so grateful! Thank you for providing us with physical comfort, excellent listening, and kind and specific unconditional positive regard.”

— C. M.
“This was a wonderful experience. Colby was insightful into underlying causes of our current behavior and helped us understand how our approach can affect others. She gave us concrete directions on how to move forward and grow as a couple.”

— E. G.
“Our experience was exceptional. Colby was a gem in all respects. She made us feel at home. Really, we wouldn't change anything about the experience. It was well worth the time, money, and effort. 1000x times over.”

— J. M.

Office Location:

633 High Street Worthington, Ohio

I conduct all sessions in person, as this is how the model works best. However, I am able to provide telehealth services for the assessment portion of the work.

Intensives happen at my office located in the heart of beautiful, historic Old Worthington. The building sits on the southwest corner of High Street and New England Avenue - between the Worthington Inn and La Chatelaine Bakery. There is a gift shop, Fritzy Jacobs, on the ground level, and the office is located upstairs. Entry is off High Street; the door is marked 633. Once upstairs, you will see a door with my name on it that will take you into my waiting room. Please allow some extra time for parking* as the building does not have its own parking lot.

Not only is RCOhio’s office centrally located in Ohio, but it is within an 8-hour drive for 46% of the U.S. population and a non-stop flight from over 40 major U.S. cities.

* Parking: Sometimes there are available spaces on High Street or New England Avenue (north side of building). Additionally, there are parking spaces in municipal lots behind the Worthington Inn which is next door (located on the northwest corner of High and New England), behind the Worthington United Methodist Church (High St. but a bit further south), and behind the building that contains House Wine and Elli Nail Salon (this is on High Street but diagonal from the office).

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