Department of Family Social Science

Minnesota Couples on the Brink

Training

Discernment Counseling Training - Spring 2026

"When one says 'I'm done' and the other says 'let's try': Discernment Counseling for Mixed-Agenda Couples"

This free clinical training workshop is for mental health professionals at all experience levels and will be Friday, May 22, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., University of Minnesota St. Paul campus. 

After the training, you will be able to: 
(1) Identify common mistakes in working with mixed-agenda couples
(2) Understand the research on divorce decision-making and the needs of clients in this decision-making process
(3) Understand better how to work with couples on the brink of divorce and help them make decisions about the future of their marriage with greater clarity and confidence

This workshop is free however registration is required. 

If you are interested in hosting a day-long basic training, please contact us.

Visit the Office for Technology Commercialization for advanced training opportunities.

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