UTAH'S RELATIONSHIP & FAMILY CONFERENCE
Invest One Day in the Relationships That Matter Most
Join Utah couples, parents, and individuals for an intimate day of learning, reflection, and practical tools from some of Utah's most trusted voices in relationships, mental health, parenting, and family life.
September 12, 2026 • Rocky Mountain University • Limited Seating
9 Expert Speakers
100-150 Attendees
Practical Takeaways
WHY ATTEND?
A Day Dedicated to What Matters Most
Life is busy. Relationships are important. Whether you're strengthening a marriage, raising children, navigating a difficult season, supporting a loved one, or simply wanting deeper connection, you'll leave with practical tools you can use immediately.
LEARN
Expert-led sessions rooted in research and real-life experience.
CONNECT
Meaningful conversations with people who care about relationships & family.
APPLY
Actionable tools you can begin using the very next day.
Relationship & Marriage Coach
Dr. Matt Townsend
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Dr. Matt Townsend is a relationship coach, marriage educator, and human development expert who has spent over 25 years helping couples improve communication, resolve conflict, and build lasting, fulfilling partnerships.
Conflict Mediator & Peace Educator
Dr. Chad Ford
Dr. Chad Ford is an international conflict mediator, peace educator, and former ESPN NBA analyst who writes about transforming conflict and building peace in relationships and communities.
Couples & Family Therapy Expert
Dr. Christy Kane
Dr. Christy Kane is a national keynote speaker who holds a doctorate in psychology and specializes in couples and family mental health, helping individuals and partners strengthen relationships, improve communication, and navigate life’s challenges with resilience and clarity.
Whether you've been with your partner for six months or thirty years, you'll leave with practical tools you can begin using immediately.
Who This Event Is For
This conference is for couples who care about their relationship and want to invest in it intentionally.
Communicate more effectively
Feel more connected and less distracted
Navigate parenting as a team
Handle conflict in healthier ways
Strengthen friendship, trust, and intimacy
What You'll Walk Away With
Better tools for navigating conflict.
If Chad Ford can help negotiate international conflicts, hostage negotiations, and some of the world's most difficult conversations, imagine how he could help you navigate disagreements at home.
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Clearer communication skills. Discover why the same arguments keep showing up and what you can do to break unhealthy cycles from Matt Townsend, who has spent decades helping couples deepen connection.
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A deeper understanding of the relationship patterns. Christy Kane will help you understand how family systems, life experiences, and emotional habits shape the way couples, parents and kids, and whole families interact.
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Practical ways to stay connected during busy seasons of life. Kristy Weber and Jessie Whittaker will share insights on intentionally nurturing your relationship when careers, parenting, and everyday responsibilities compete for your attention.
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Fresh perspectives on intimacy and desire. Sex therapist Aimee Mortensen will help demystify one of the most common areas couples struggle to talk about—and give practical, shame-free tools for building greater connection.
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New approaches to difficult conversations. David Dodini and Josh Ohtani will explore the psychology of trust, infidelity, addiction, and relationship repair. You'll learn about patterns, motivations, and emotional responses that either build or hinder connection.
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A greater understanding of how financial stress is directly tied to our ways of connecting. Join Kristina Pribil-Corbett to explore real-world solutions to financial overwhelm and understand the psychology behind financial patterns.
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A personalized plan for strengthening your relationship. You'll leave with practical next steps, resources, and ideas you can begin implementing immediately. You'll receive a digital relationship guide exclusive for our event attendees.
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Access to an exclusive couple's check-in. Curious about couples therapy? Conference attendees will receive access to a special discounted couples check-in session—a low-pressure way to experience therapy together and continue growing after the event.
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For less than the cost of one therapy appointment, you'll receive:
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Six hours of expert-led learning
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Multiple breakout sessions
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Access to leading relationship experts
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Practical tools and resources (each session will have handouts, resources, or tools for your use)
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Recorded sessions to reference later
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Lunch included
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A dedicated day focused on your relationship
Many couples spend hundreds of dollars each month maintaining their homes, vehicles, and careers.
This is an opportunity to invest intentionally in one of the most important relationships in your life.
Hosted by Kane Counseling Services in partnership with Rocky Mountain University
Why People Are Excited About A Day For Us
I love the idea of a one-day conference where couples can step away from everyday life and focus intentionally on strengthening their relationship.
Mitch Acton, LCSW & Clinical Director
In today's fast paced society too many couples are neglecting the time and energy needed to daily revitalize their relationships. Investing even a single day in learning better communication and connection skills can change the direction of a relationship.
Farley Sowards, Senior Director at RMU Health Clinics
Investing even a single day in learning better communication and connection skills can change the direction of a relationship.
Carolynn Clark, Master Mediator Utah Courts
This conference is worth your attendance because healthy relationships don’t just benefit couples — they shape the emotional health of entire families.
President Cameron Martin, CEO Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions
Event Details
Date
September 12, 2026
Location
Rocky Mountain Health Clinics — Building 3 122 E 1700 S
Provo, UT 84606
Schedule
9:00AM - 3:00PM
Full day of sessions, breaks, & connection
Parking
Free parking in front of building 3
Lunch
Your ticket includes lunch (sandwich + chips + cookie)
Dresscode
Most attendees will wear business casual or elevated casual attire
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