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In a recent worldwide sex study, only 52% of US participants were happy with their sex life, which means 48% are not happy and 45% stated they wanted more sex. (Durex 2005 Sex Survey). Reports indicate divorce rates are hovering at around 50% with couples often claiming sexual difficulties as a significant reason. Chocolates, flowers and jewelry aren't enough to re-ignite a flame that has gone out. Sometimes love needs a full makeover. So what can couples do if they want to save their marriage and have their sex life go from dull to dynamic?

Evergreen Colorado based marriage and sex experts David Schnarch, Ph.D. author of best-selling book, "Passionate Marriage," (www.passionatemarriage.com) and Ruth Morehouse, Ph.D. present Couples Enrichment Weekend (CEW). The nationally renowned husband and wife team are both licensed clinical psychologists and certified sex therapists. This groundbreaking three-day workshop will be presented in several US cities in 2007. It is for couples who may be in a marriage or committed relationship that is dysfunctional, unhappy or just plain dull, as well as for committed couples seeking to enhance an already satisfying relationship and take it to the next level. The object of the workshop is to instill more joy, romance and sex back into relationships - to remind couples exactly why they joined together in the first place.

Now in its twelfth year, the Couples Enrichment Weekend has made a huge difference in the lives of participating couples. It has been acclaimed as a life-changing event. Dr. Schnarch states, "We offer opportunities to view elements of relationships in entirely new ways that have transformed even couples on the brink of divorce." Through information presented and guided activities, couples find they are able to break through emotional gridlock. The program enhances commitment and intimacy by resolving repeated arguments, reducing emotional volatility and increasing satisfying interactions. Couples find that their sex becomes more relaxed, playful and fun. This workshop can expedite treatment for couples already in therapy or marriage counseling. Follow up research has shown that participants become better differentiated, more intimate and have less relational conflict. Many therapists use the CEW as a resource for their own relationship and their patients.

Drs. Schnarch and Morehouse are founders of the landmark Crucible® Approach, widely regarded as a highly effective and innovative integration of marital, family and individual therapy. NBC's Dateline TV series devoted a one-hour program to this method interviewing Dr. Schnarch and following two couples for six months going through their marriage counseling. Dr. Schnarch was featured in a "Time Magazine" special issue, "How Your Love Life Keeps You Healthy" in an article entitled "The Marriage Savers" and on The Today Show where he was interviewed by Anne Curry.

Dr. David Schnarch and Dr. Ruth Morehouse are co-directors of Marriage and Family Health Center located in Evergreen Colorado. They have over fifty years total experience conducting therapy and training therapists. They have attracted clients and students from throughout the world and have received an award for outstanding professional practices. Dr. Schnarch's books on marriage and intimacy are best sellers, have been translated into six languages and are used as textbooks in many graduate schools. More information is available at www.passionatemarriage.com and by calling 303-670-2630.