A significant advantage to our program is meeting daily, which, with few other distractions, allows a sense of continuity, building on each day's progress. Reinforced with reading, time for reflection, privacy for discussions, and the relaxed atmosphere of the surroundings, a week at Fairhaven could well be the equivalent of two months or more of regular weekly counseling sessions. When long-term counseling is indicated, referral to local counseling resources will be provided where possible. The general rule is that so much more can be accomplished when a couple can come without their children. If the main focus for coming is to get help, then it becomes very desirable to be able to have the time and energy to devote to personal needs.
Many couples report that it has been years since they have been on vacation by themselves.
We feel that this is a healthy need that is often not available or convenient and therefore overlooked. If it is an absolute necessity, or counseling is a minor part of your stay at Fairhaven, then we want you to feel free to bring your children as needed or desired. In most cases, insurance will not cover the fee, usually due to restrictions in the policy or to the nature of the counseling. We have held our costs down to compensate for that inconvenience. Financial assistance is available for both the CW and layman.