In The Marriage UpGrade, you will participate in a 2-Day Couples Retreat (in person) followed by 6-months of virtual workshops, marriage challenges, coaching calls, date nights, and self-care sessions. Each of these components is discussion and conversation-based. Dr. Chavonne will be leading you through questions, exercises, activities, and even some fun games. 

You should expect to learn any or all of the following:

• More about yourself and why you react and respond the way you do
• How do your thinking and choices impact your marriage and your spouse
• More about your spouse and how they think and operate
• How to accept your differences and make them work for you
• How to communicate more effectively by applying the skills of active listening, summarizing, and empathy
• How to navigate anger, frustration, disappointment, and sadness more productively 
• How to offer constructive feedback in kind, respectful ways that don’t promote defensiveness
• How to prioritize your marriage and spend more time together
• How to make decisions and have difficult conversations when you don’t agree
• How to ask for help and support each other as a team
• How to set boundaries and regulate your emotions when you are triggered 
• How to generate desire for each other and have a more fulfilling sex life
• How to practice patience, understanding, and compassion for each other as you make changes within yourselves
• How to recover quickly to support each other and not judge each other when mistakes happen

It’s totally normal to have questions about your success in doing something new. Perhaps you’ve tried things in the past that didn’t work. Many times, things don’t work because couples are not solving the right problems. You spend a lot of effort talking and trying to create understanding, but on the wrong things. 

Inside The Marriage UpGrade, I teach you how to always know what’s really going on in your marriage, and the specific solutions that, when applied, will guarantee your success. The only way this won’t work for you is if you don’t follow the process and apply what you learn. I actually created an entire training on guaranteeing your success that you can access HERE.

And to help you in making a decision, ask yourself this: What if it DOES work? What have I seen or heard already that helps me to believe it will work for us?

Yes and No. The Marriage UpGrade is designed to help couples – both you and your spouse. It is required that you and your spouse participate in the Couples Retreat (in person) together to bond, and build the foundation necessary for your success in the program. 

It is highly recommended that you and your spouse both engage in the rest of the program together – the monthly workshops, marriage challenges, coaching calls, date nights, and self-care sessions. These are all offered virtually, via Zoom, and don’t require in-person attendance. However, if only one of you can make it, that’s ok. All activities and calls will be recorded, and it is not mandatory that you attend them live together. 

I don’t want to have you feeling like you need to pressure your spouse to do something they don’t want to do. And I also know that people are sometimes hesitant to try things that are new to them, or that they have specific concerns about. If there is any part of this program that you and your spouse are not sure about participating in, please schedule a private call with me HERE and we can address those reservations together.

I trust you to get the most out of the entire Marriage UpGrade Program. Technically, the Couples Retreat is the only activity you are required to participate in (in person). However, each component of the program has been carefully designed to help you guarantee your success and ensure your marriage is improving. If you only attend the Couples Retreat, you compromise the chances of this really working for you.

All of the program experiences and calls are delivered virtually via Zoom and will be recorded. You will have access to the entire set of program recordings inside your Participant Portal so you can catch up on anything you miss if you cannot join live each week.

The investment in the program includes the Couples Retreat AND the remaining 6-months of program experiences. The Couples Retreat is not offered separately for a different price.

Each of our program components – workshops, marriage challenges, coaching calls, virtual date nights, and self-care sessions are delivered virtually via Zoom, which is an app on your phone or computer you can access from anywhere in the world. You do not need to attend these calls in person – they are only offered virtually.

The call times are arranged to accommodate a variety of schedules. Calls will be hosted during the day, evenings, and weekends to maximize everyone’s ability to attend live. 

If the call times do not work with your schedule, you will have access to recordings within 48 hours after the call is conducted.

In addition, you will always have access to Dr. Chavonne inside the Private Community Platform and can get any support or coaching you need directly from her daily inside the group.

No, we are not currently offering. a virtual retreat option. 

However, the remaining 6 months of the program are ALL virtual, and the workshops, marriage challenges, coaching calls, virtual date nights, and self-care soirees are all delivered via Zoom. You are not required to attend these in person. And if you cannot make a call live, you will receive the replay within 48 hours of its completion.

The Couples Retreat does not include travel accommodations. You will cover the expenses of your mileage or airfare and your hotel stay. It is not required that you stay at the Retreat hotel site – if you prefer to stay at another hotel or location, please feel free to do so.

We will likely have a room block reserved, and the hotel room rate typically $299 per night.

Breakfast is provided each day, lunch is on your own and you are encouraged to get out and enjoy New York City, or the local surrounding towns. There is one group dinner provided on Friday evening.

To maintain the privacy of this experience, all additional details, including the specific hotel information will be provided upon your enrollment in The Marriage UpGrade.

The In-Person Couples Retreat will be held in Northern New Jersey.  If you are flying, the best airport is Newark International Airport (EWR), which is about 15-20 minutes away.

Other options in New York include John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), which is about 35-40 minutes away, or/and LaGuardia Airport (LGA), which is about 30 minutes away, depending on traffic.

To maintain the privacy of this experience, all additional details, including the exact location and hotel information will be provided upon your enrollment in The Marriage UpGrade.

The retreat is expected to go from 8am - 6pm EST each day with a 2-hour break for lunch and rest. 

These time are approximate and may be adjusted slightly.

If you have any questions, concerns, or limitations on your participation, please email us directly at chavonne@drchavonn.com 

Your comfort and privacy are a TOP priority. The group will operate under a confidentiality agreement and everyone agrees to maintain the privacy of what we discuss. Your participation and sharing in conversations, coaching calls, and the Couples Retreat are to your personal level of comfort.

Dr. Chavonne has extensive experience leading groups where sensitive topics are discussed and will establish a safe and supportive environment where you are genuinely connected to and supported by your peer participants. 

Everyone in the program is here for the same purpose, working through similar challenges and towards the same goals. You are in good company. There is no shame in getting help for your marriage, in fact, it takes great courage and your effort will be rewarded and honored with great respect.

The Marriage UpGrade is open to married, as well as seriously dating, committed couples. If you have any additional questions about if this program is for you, please email chavonne@drchavonn.com or schedule a consultation call with Dr. Chavonne directly by CLICKING HERE.

The Marriage UpGrade is open to couples of all faiths, and religions, as well as couples who do not actively practice any religion or faith.

Dr. Chavonne is of the Christian faith, and there are times when her teaching, coaching, and resources will draw upon the principles of that faith. She believes that God is universal love, regardless of religious affiliation, and has successfully coached clients who are Christian, Muslim, Jewish, agnostic, or otherwise. 

The coaching principles you will learn transcend any specific belief system and are always geared toward helping you uncover what is best for you. There is no agenda for this work other than to help you create your happiest, most loving, and thriving marriage.

The investment for The Marriage UpGrade is extremely affordable with flexible payment options. 

I do not want the investment to be a reason anyone says no to getting the help they need.

As such, the exact investment details are discussed during the complimentary consultation call with me (Dr. Chavonne) directly.

Due to the nature of the services provided and the way the content is delivered, refund requests made by participants are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. 

If Dr. Chavonne herself determines this program is not a good fit for you and releases you from participation at no fault of your own, a refund (partial or full) will be issued. 

If Dr. Chavonne removes you from the program for violating certain rules, policies, or codes of conduct, you will not be eligible to receive a refund.

Currently, Dr. Chavonne plans to attend, facilitate, and lead the Couples Retreat and all of the calls for the entire program. Exceptions will be made due to illness, other unforeseen situations, or emergencies. Exceptions will also be made for times when guest teachers are invited by Dr. Chavonne to attend and provide their expertise on relevant topics.

No, participating in the Private Community Group is not a requirement. 

Please email chavonne@drchavonne.com or schedule a consultation call directly with Dr. Chavonne HERE.