How We Can Help
Most people who come to us have already tried something else. They have read the books, listened to the podcasts, maybe even sat in a therapist's office for a year. And yet here they are, still stuck, still hurting, still feeling like something is missing that nobody has been able to name.
We named it.
What we do is not therapy and it is not coaching in the way you have seen it before. It is something more direct, more personal, and more honest than most people are used to. Our licensed professionals bring decades of education and practice in psychology and their own original methodology built specifically for couples. We also bring deep expertise in holistic health, nutrition, and the kind of intuitive understanding of people that you simply cannot learn from a textbook. We address not just your relationship but your mind and your body, because in our experience you cannot truly fix one without looking at all three.
Behind A Friendly Shoulder stands the team of trained specialists brought together specifically to make sure that whatever you are carrying when you walk through our door, someone here knows exactly how to help you carry it differently. We are not the biggest. We are not the most advertised. What we are is the most invested in you specifically. Every person who comes to us gets our full attention, our full honesty, and our full effort. We work hard because we care, and you will feel the difference the moment you begin.
If you are ready for something that actually works, you are in the right place.
What Makes Us Different
Large wellness organizations are built for scale. That means standardized programs, rotating staff, and an experience designed to work for the most people in the least amount of time. That is not what we are.
Every specialist on our team was chosen because of who they are, not just what they know. A personality profiler and communication coach who has spent years studying why people connect and why they do not. A licensed therapist who specializes in the wounds most people never talk about out loud. Professionals with backgrounds in psychology, sociology, theology, and human behavior who chose this work because they genuinely cannot imagine doing anything else.
This is not a roster we assembled to look impressive. These are people who care, and that is a thing you feel the moment you walk in. You will not be handed off to whoever is available. You will not sit across from someone checking boxes. You will be met by a team that already talked about you before you arrived and will still be thinking about you after you leave.
That is not something you can scale. That is exactly why we did not try.
We named this company A Friendly Shoulder because that is exactly what we set out to be. Not a clinic. Not a program. A presence. Something steady you can lean on when life gets heavy. We know we cannot solve everything, and we have never pretended otherwise. But in the areas we understand deeply, we show up fully, and we do everything we possibly can to make your life genuinely better. That has been the idea from the very beginning, and it is the only one that drives us.
Our Monthly Groups
Life's problems don't wait for your next appointment! An argument with your partner, a difficult moment with your child, loneliness, frustration, or simply feeling overwhelmed can happen anytime. Even if you're seeing a psychologist once or twice a week, what about all those days in between? That's why we created our 30-day support groups! You can share what's happening, ask questions, find encouragement, and learn something new every single day. Connect with people facing similar challenges, support one another, and benefit from guidance from experienced professionals throughout the month. All for just $20, in completely private, hidden Facebook groups where you can post whenever you need to. Join one group or several! Two groups begin each month. Reserve your spot for an available date below. Bronze dates indicate future sessions that aren't open for booking yet. $20 for the whole month of professional support is hard to beat. No additional purchases in any group. Once you pay, you will receive a link to the group.
STARTS: November 1, 2026, January 1, 2027
TOPIC: Couples: Making Relationship Work
DURATION: 30 days
Every relationship has challenges. Whether you're struggling with communication, trust, emotional distance, intimacy, family interference, or simply feeling misunderstood, this group is a place to explore what's happening, find practical solutions, and learn how to build a healthier, happier relationship. Whether your relationship is going through a difficult time or you simply want to strengthen what you already have, you'll find guidance, encouragement, and people who understand.
$20 for 30 days access to experts
STARTS: January 1, 2027, March 1, 2027
TOPIC: Dating: Becoming Dateabale
DURATION: 30 days
Successful dating isn't just about finding the right person. It's about becoming someone others genuinely want to build a relationship with! This group is designed to revolutionize the way you understand dating, recognize compatibility, and build meaningful connections. Discover what makes people truly attractive beyond physical appearance, learn to avoid common dating mistakes, develop emotional intelligence, confidence, communication skills, and become a desirable partner. Learn how to become dateable.
$20 for 30 days membership
STARTS: November 1, 2026, January 1, 2027
TOPIC: Parenting: Reconnect With Your Child
DURATION: 30 days
Does it sometimes feel like you're losing your connection with your child? Perhaps your teenager is pulling away, conversations turn into arguments, or you're struggling to balance discipline with understanding. This group explores better communication, healthy boundaries, emotional connection, and ways to rebuild trust. Learn practical approaches to everyday parenting challenges while connecting with other parents experiencing similar situations.
$20 for 30 days membership
STARTS: January 1, 2027, March 1, 2027
TOPIC: Weight Loss Without Wallet Loss
DURATION: 30 days
Tired of starting diets, losing motivation, and ending up right where you started? Losing weight isn't just about eating less. It's about understanding your habits, managing cravings, staying motivated, and creating a lifestyle you can actually maintain. This group focuses on practical nutrition education, everyday movement, emotional eating, and building healthier routines without extreme diets or unrealistic promises. Share your progress, find encouragement, and work toward sustainable changes alongside people facing similar challenges.
$20 for 30 days membership
Our Luxurious Retreats Themes
REBUILDING TRUST AFTER INFIDELITY.
CHRISTIAN COUPLES RETREAT.
PARENTING TEARS US APART.
EMPTY NEST. LIFE AFTER KIDS LEFT.
NEW PARENTS AND LOSING OUR RELATIONSHIP.
AFTER LOSS. GRIEF AND OUR RELATIONSHIP.
WE STOPPED TALKING. RENEWING COMMUNICATION.
ADDICTION BREAKS US APART.
MIXED CULTURE AND INTERFAITH COUPLES
LONG DISTANCE COUPLES FINALLY IN THE SAME PLACE.
THEIR EX INTERFERES WITH OUR RELATIONSHIP.
PRE-MARITAL RETREAT. WE WANT TO MAKE IT RIGHT.
WE ARE GOOD. WE JUST WANT TO DO IT FOR FUN.