LOVE IS
POSSIBLE
HOLD ME TIGHT®
Strengthen Your Relationship with the Hold Me Tight® Workshop. Two-Day intensive 17.-18.5. in Helsinki.
Hold Me Tight® is a transformative experience for couples designed to bring partners closer to one another and deepen their emotional connection.
We will guide you through 7 transformative conversations that will help you understand the communication “dance” happening in your relationship. Along the way, you’ll explore your relationship dynamics and gain insights into what’s really driving both your behavior and your partner’s.
This workshop is designed by Dr. Sue Johnson, the author of the book Hold Me Tight. This book is based on Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)- method, which is often called the ‘gold standard’ for couples therapy. The research shows that 70-75% of couples move from distress to recovery after working with this method.
FACILITATORS
Polina Stoycheva (PhD) has long been fascinated by human relationships and behavior, inspiring her to pursue extensive training in psychology and self-development while earning her doctoral degree in Psychology. She is currently training to become an Emotionally Focused Individual (EFIT) therapist.
Cristian Hallivuori is a certified yoga and tantra teacher who have always seen relationships as valuable opportunities for personal growth. For over 20 years, he has conducted numerous workshops for couples, guiding and supporting them on their journey toward deeper connection and self-discovery.
CUROUS ABOUT THE WORKSHOP? LET’S TALK.
We know joining a couples workshop can feel like a big step. If you’re wondering whether Hold Me Tight is right for you, we’re happy to connect.
You can book a free 30-minute video call with us—Cristian and Polina—to ask questions, get to know us, and see if this experience fits your needs.
No pressure, just a real conversation. Leave your contact here, and we will get back to you.
DETAILS
Two-Day intensive workshop
+ online follow-ups
Venue: Sitruunapuu- center, Sammatintie 2, Helsinki
Saturday 17th of May. 11.00-18.30
Sunday 18th of May. 11.00-17.00
In this weekend we will go through the conversations 1-4. Program includes 1 hour lunch-breaks and other shorter breaks.
Conversations 5 ,6 & 7 will be done in 2 separate optional online follow-up meetings in Tuesday 27th of May & Tuesday 10th of June at 18-20.
The course is taught in English, but you can complete all the exercises with your partner in Finnish.
Note: Although this workshop can be deeply transformative for couples, it is not a therapy session; instead, it equips you with practical tools and insights to strengthen your relationship in a supportive, educational setting.
Prices: Early bird until 16th of April 380€/couple
After 16th of April 440€/couple
Online follow-ups: 30€/couple each
Spots are limited! Register now to take the next step toward a more fulfilling relationship.
Questions? Please read our FAQ or you can email us at info@thesacredbonds.com
CONVERSATIONS
FOR CONNECTION
Relationships can be both beautiful and challenging. Sometimes, no matter how much we love each other, we find ourselves stuck in the same conflicts, feeling unheard or disconnected. Our own reactions—or our partner’s—can feel confusing, leaving us wondering why closeness feels so hard to maintain. But beneath these struggles lie deeper emotional needs, waiting to be understood and met.
This workshop is based upon “Hold Me Tight”– book by Dr. Sue Johnson.
“Hold Me Tight” is a groundbreaking book that has transformed the way people understand and experience love. Rooted in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Johnson provides a science-backed approach to building deeper, more secure connections in romantic relationships.
Since its publication, “Hold Me Tight” has gained widespread popularity, earning praise from psychologists, therapists, and readers alike. It has helped countless couples strengthen their relationships, offering a new perspective on love as an attachment bond rather than just a fleeting emotion.
Even though the book offers valuable tools and exercises this workshop is designed to bring those concepts to life. You’ll have the opportunity to apply the knowledge directly to your own relationship, guided by experienced facilitators. Additionally in the workshop will be presented illustrative video-materials and exercises that are not offered in the book.
Feel free to read the book before participating in to the workshop. You can buy it online or borrow it from the library. However this is not obligatory.
Core Themes Covered in the Workshop
Recognizing & Breaking Negative Patterns
– Understand the cycle that keeps you stuck
Enhancing Emotional Responsiveness
– Build a relationship based on love and support
Communicating with Clarity & Compassion
– Speak and listen in ways that bring you closer
Creating a Safe Emotional Bond
– Learn how to foster deeper trust and security
Why Hold Me Tight® Works
Gets to the Core of the Conflict
– From surface disagreements to deeper emotional roots
Research-Based
– Grounded in over 30 years of relationship science
Proven Results
– 70% success rate
Practical & Transformative
– Learn skills you can use immediately in your daily life
FAQ
Is the workshop in english?
Yes, the teaching is in english but you can speak your preferred language in the couple exercises.
Can I come to the workshop alone?
This workshop is only for couples. Please follow our events that are open also for singles.
Should we read the book before the workshop?
You are welcome to read the book, especially the conversations 1-4 to get the most from the workshop. However, you will do also very well without 🙂
We can not participate to the online follow-ups, is this a problem?
It is not a problem. In the weekend intensive we aim to guide you to make the breakthrough that will help you to continue by yourselves.
Should we have problems as a couple in order to join the workshop?
No, this is a great way to strengthen any kind of relationship and make it resilient for the future.
One of us is having problems to express or to become aware of emotions. Is it a good idea to come to this workshop?
Absolutely yes! Hold Me Tight can explain why for some of us expressing emotions is difficult and teaches us how to recognise, share, and respond to emotions in a way that strengthens connection and deepens understanding between partners.
Is there limitations who can join the workshop?
This workshop is not for a relationships with abuse or if one or both are having serious mental problems. The couple can be in distress, but they should be committed to the relationship.
What happens if we sign up and for some reason we can not come to the workshop?
No worries! You can cancel your participation to the workshop with full refund up to five days before the workshop.
After this we will not be able to refund the full amount; we will retain 70 euros and return the rest. In case you get sick we will refund you fully.