COUPLES SUMMIT

Ready to take your relationship to the next level? Join us for a fun and engaging workshop designed to give you practical tools to build a durable, beautiful marriage. Whether you are newlyweds or have been married for decades, join us for an evening of connection.

Sessions

Welcome/Prayer/Light Breakfast

Session 1 – Understanding Conflict
Why good couples fight, identifying fight cycles, and reframing conflict. Interactive couple reflection exercise.

Refreshments and book table open.

Session 2 – BEFORE the Conflict: Framework & Introspection
Understanding triggers, emotional flooding, attachment dynamics, and personal responsibility. Guided couple
dialogue and structured worksheets.

Session 3 – DURING the Conflict: Ground Rules
The 5 rules of healthy fighting, live demonstration by presenters, and structured 3-minute dialogue practice.

Session 4 – AFTER the Conflict: Healing & Transformation
Apology structure, repair conversations, forgiveness principles, and growth commitments. Couples complete a
written action plan.

Round Table Coaching /Panel Discussion & Live Q&A (60 Minutes – Final Session)
Facilitated open discussion where couples can ask real-life questions. Topics may include sex, money,
parenting, in-laws, emotional distance, or repetitive arguments. Structured live coaching provided by both
presenters. This session serves as integration and application of the full F.I.G.H.T. Plan framework.

Closing & Prayer 

MEET OUR FACILITATORS 

Dr. Carlos R. Todd
Therapist, Founder & Creative Director

Dr. Carlos Todd, PhD, LCMHC, is a nationally recognized expert in conflict and anger management who helps individuals, couples, and organizations move from gridlock to growth. With doctoral training in Conflict Management and over 25 years of clinical experience, he blends academic rigor with practical, actionable tools that create lasting change.

As the founder of MasteringConflict.com, MasteringAnger.com, and CouplesFightSchool.com, Dr. Todd has guided thousands of people to communicate more effectively, regulate emotion, and rebuild trust. His proprietary F.I.G.H.T. Plan® framework has become the foundation for a suite of best-selling books and courses that make conflict resolution both accessible and transformative.

Natasha Pemberton-Todd
Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor

Natasha Pemberton-Todd equips people with creative strategies for effective living. She is a North Carolina licensed professional counselor supervisor (LPCS) holding both an undergraduate and graduate degree from Andrews University-in Behavioral Sciences and Community Counseling, respectively. Natasha is also a training and performance improvement specialist with extensive experience in group facilitation, individual coaching, women, and children’s issues. She holds a Master’s degree in Education, specializing in Training and Performance Improvement from Capella University.

www.masteringconflict.com