“In a culture where marriage is seen as disposable, being given the encouragement and tools to work through various struggles and not just bear with them is like a breath of fresh air.”
“Kensi is bridging the gap for this question: Why do people go through premarital counseling, but after the wedding day, there is follow-up until the marriage is in crisis? What a wonderful [resource] for people like us who strive to be intentional and proactive with our marriages.”
“My marriage has been radically changed by working with Kensi. Her podcast has been such a great maintenance piece for us to keep growing and staying accountable to the concepts she has worked with us to learn in our sessions.”
“Kensi has helped my wife and I understand triggers and sort through a number of things. Kensi has helped empower me and my wife, and helped us grow together.”
“I am now able to calmly respond to my husband and encourage him, while also setting boundaries for myself using certain steps and methods of relaxation and intentional thinking. I really enjoyed being able to talk to an objective person that could also give solid Christian counsel.
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“If you’re looking for top pre-marriage counseling...look no further than Kensi Duszynski.”
“I can’t say thank you enough for sharing your gift! You have made the biggest difference in my marriage. And I’m not a new marriage but have applied your advice in my seasoned marriage and boy I feel like a newlywed!”
“You really were put on the earth to do this very thing. The woman sitting beside me said, “you can tell how passionate she is about what she does.” The information you presented was so applicable to our daily lives and situations. You gave examples or used our situations to put into action the information you gave, so it became more real. Thank you again. I know each person today took something away that they can use to better their relationships...I know I did.”
“Knowledgeable in her field, intentional in her spoken word, and genuinely passionate about the messages she is sharing...Kensi has encouraged me to take a step back, be gentle with myself, and understand my individuality and my intimate relationships in a more holistic way.”
“Even after 20 years of marriage I find myself learning how to better communicate with my wife thanks to Kensi’s insights. Her comments are both thought-provoking and encouraging.”
“In a rare and beautiful way, Brave Marriage blends the psychology of the brain and patterns of behavior with the practicality of how to know and grow with your spouse.”
“Pep talks are awesome, but I love the action steps that are offered.”
“It takes courage to work on yourself, courage to deepen your marriage, and courage to let that relationship be an example and encouragement to others. Kensi Duszynski offers real tools and guidance for pursuing all three—and she does so with an obvious passion for the topic and a deep love for Jesus.”
“Kensi does an excellent job of giving practical advice and guidance that will strengthen young marriages.”
“Kensi challenges you to evaluate the way that you approach your marriage and opens lines of dialogues with your spouse on topics that you otherwise may never discuss. It feels like a marriage tune up every week that leads to positive changes in the way you do life together.”
“Kensi is well-educated, speaks from experience, and shares truth you need for your marriage.”
“Kensi really loves her work and her people. She’s qualified and super wise and I’m thankful for the tools she is offering to me and my husband as a young couple.”
“As a newlywed approaching our first anniversary, I’m so thankful for the wisdom Kensi shares in equipping our marriage to be a picture of the gospel. ”
“Unlike so many side comments about marriage these days (It’s so hard. Your partner will drive you crazy. It’s not fun but it’s worth it.) Kensi actually presents an encouraging picture of the challenges of marriage as well as the victories of marriage. She is realistic about our need to grow and work hard, but ultimately she speaks so positively about what marriage is and can become.”
“Kensi is a wise communicator with a heart for healthy relationships.”
“While many gaps exist in the church and in education for marriage, Kensi gives practical tools for communication, as well as a greater understanding around God designing us for pleasure. Kensi’s education and professional training in marriage and family therapy, she offers great insights while grounding her teaching in Scripture. ”
“Love that Kensi is an actual licensed therapist. It’s comforting to hear someone speak not only from personal experience, but rather from personal experience coupled with years of training. ”
“I gained tools that really started to help me process through my fears, and over time, I have really been able to overcome those things. I am a much healthier person now! I learned how to decipher which fears are true and which are lies. I also learned how to control my anxious thoughts, to talk myself down from overthinking and processing untrue situations. I am grateful for your patience and non-judgmental approach to listening and helping me sift through my struggles.”
“Brave Marriage reminds you to take a step back and always be conscientious in your marriage, it reminds you to reflect and grow and provides thoughtful teaching and action steps.”
“I’m always looking for tips, lessons, and ways to improve myself and what I can do for my marriage and Kensi takes it to the next level. With each concept I feel that ‘stepping on my toes’ that I need!”
*A few names have been changed to protect confidentiality.