Hold Me Tight®
Two-Day Couples Retreat in Barnstable, MA
October 4-5, 2025
9 AM - 5 PM (both days) | Rate: $875 per couple
9 AM - 5 PM (both days) | Rate: $875 per couple
Join us for a transformative experience designed to help couples deepen their emotional bond, nurture relationships, and build lasting love through the evidence-based methods of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT).
What You'll Experience
- Emotional Connection: An opportunity to learn and practice relational techniques to communicate effectively, strengthen your relationship, and experience deeper intimacy.
- EFT-Inspired approach: A retreat grounded in the principles of Emotionally Focused Therapy, offering a path to lasting connection.
- Intimate Setting: A small group limited to six couples to ensure personal attention and deep connection.
- Private Time with Your Partner: Powerful, therapist-supported couples exercises conducted privately to deepen trust and understanding.
This Program is for Couples Who Want to:
- Understand their interactional patterns and emotional needs
- Overcome obstacles when addressing conflicts
- Experience deeper intimacy
- Begin the process of repairing relationship injuries
Couples Testimonials
- A wonderful weekend of growth, improved understanding, and connection with my partner."
- "I would recommend this workshop to any couple who wants to stay together in the long run."
- "This workshop gave us the tools to heal hurts and sent us on our way feeling positive, with a roadmap for solving problems."
Hold Me Tight® Retreat FAQs
Why Choose the Hold Me Tight® Couples Retreat?
The Hold Me Tight® Retreat is for couples ready to deepen their emotional connection, address relational challenges, and renew passion. Grounded in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), this evidence-based approach fosters trust, understanding, and secure attachment. Whether you need help overcoming communication barriers or simply want to reconnect, this retreat provides tools for meaningful, lasting change.
What is Included?
The registration fee covers participation for both partners and includes:
Where is the Retreat Located?
The Hold Me Tight® Retreat takes place in a private guest house in Barnstable, MA, a peaceful location within walking distance of the ocean. This small-group setting, limited to six couples, offers an intimate and supportive environment. We encourage you to explore accommodation options on beautiful Cape Cod and ensure you carve out time for relaxation and rest both before and after the workshop.
Where Can We Find Lodging?
There are many lodging options on Cape Cod. The closest hotels in the Barnstable area are:
What Can We Expect?
The two-day retreat consists of 7+ guided conversations using a blend of:
Who Can Attend?
This program is designed for committed couples and dating partners looking to:
How is This Program Different from Therapy?
The Hold Me Tight® Retreat is a structured relationship enrichment experience, not therapy. While professional guidance is available, participation in group discussions is optional. To learn more about this program, you may refer to Dr. Sue Johnson’s book, Hold Me Tight: 7 Conversations for a Lifetime of Love.
Who is Facilitating the Hold Me Tight® Couples Retreat?
The Hold Me Tight® Couples Retreat is led by Lana Emelyanov, LICSW, an experienced group facilitator and EFT-certified couples therapist. An assisting EFT therapist is also available for the private portion of the program.
Can Participants Receive Continuing Education Credits?
Yes! Participants in helping professions, such as psychology, counseling, or social work, can earn continuing education credits for the Hold Me Tight® Couples Retreat. The National Marriage Seminars of America awards 12.5 APA-approved CEUs for our program. To obtain CEUs, you must attend the full workshop, sign in and out each day, and pay the $39.99 CEU Certificate Fee upon program completion to the National Marriage Seminars of America. The payment link will be provided during registration. Please check with your local licensing board to confirm CEU acceptance.
The Hold Me Tight® Retreat is for couples ready to deepen their emotional connection, address relational challenges, and renew passion. Grounded in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), this evidence-based approach fosters trust, understanding, and secure attachment. Whether you need help overcoming communication barriers or simply want to reconnect, this retreat provides tools for meaningful, lasting change.
What is Included?
The registration fee covers participation for both partners and includes:
- Two full days of structured workshops
- Workbooks and program materials
- Snacks and beverages
Where is the Retreat Located?
The Hold Me Tight® Retreat takes place in a private guest house in Barnstable, MA, a peaceful location within walking distance of the ocean. This small-group setting, limited to six couples, offers an intimate and supportive environment. We encourage you to explore accommodation options on beautiful Cape Cod and ensure you carve out time for relaxation and rest both before and after the workshop.
Where Can We Find Lodging?
There are many lodging options on Cape Cod. The closest hotels in the Barnstable area are:
- Courtyard Cape Cod Hyannis
- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Cape Cod Hyannis
What Can We Expect?
The two-day retreat consists of 7+ guided conversations using a blend of:
- Presentations
- Video demonstrations
- Group discussions
- Private couples’ exercises
Who Can Attend?
This program is designed for committed couples and dating partners looking to:
- Strengthen their bond
- Enhance emotional connection
- Overcome negative relational patterns
- Learn Relational Techniques
How is This Program Different from Therapy?
The Hold Me Tight® Retreat is a structured relationship enrichment experience, not therapy. While professional guidance is available, participation in group discussions is optional. To learn more about this program, you may refer to Dr. Sue Johnson’s book, Hold Me Tight: 7 Conversations for a Lifetime of Love.
Who is Facilitating the Hold Me Tight® Couples Retreat?
The Hold Me Tight® Couples Retreat is led by Lana Emelyanov, LICSW, an experienced group facilitator and EFT-certified couples therapist. An assisting EFT therapist is also available for the private portion of the program.
Can Participants Receive Continuing Education Credits?
Yes! Participants in helping professions, such as psychology, counseling, or social work, can earn continuing education credits for the Hold Me Tight® Couples Retreat. The National Marriage Seminars of America awards 12.5 APA-approved CEUs for our program. To obtain CEUs, you must attend the full workshop, sign in and out each day, and pay the $39.99 CEU Certificate Fee upon program completion to the National Marriage Seminars of America. The payment link will be provided during registration. Please check with your local licensing board to confirm CEU acceptance.
Do You Offer Private Hold Me Tight Programs?
Yes! If you prefer a one-on-one experience, Private Hold Me Tight Couples Intensives are available. Both private and small-group retreats offer a focused, distraction-free opportunity to invest in your relationship. Learn about Private Intensives.
Other Questions?
If you need more information, feel free to schedule an initial consultation:
If you need more information, feel free to schedule an initial consultation:
Cancellation Policy
- Full refund for cancellations made 30+ days before the retreat.
- 50% refund for cancellations made 14-30 days before the retreat.
- No refund within 14 days of the retreat, unless due to a documented medical emergency.
- Full refund if the facilitator cancels the retreat.
Previous Programs
- May 10 - 11, 2025 Hold Me Tight Retreat on Cape Cod, Barnstable, MA
- October 5 - 6, 2024 Hold Me Tight Retreat on Cape Cod, Barnstable, MA
- March 24 – 25, 2024 Hold Me Tight Retreat on Cape Cod, Barnstable, MA
- September 24 – 25, 2022, Hold Me Tight Workshop, Acton Women’s Club, Acton, MA
- April 30 - May 1, 2022, Hold Me Tight Workshop, Acton Women’s Club, Acton, MA