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Lasting
Lasting is a self-guided marriage counseling app that distills decades of relationship research into short daily sessions covering communication, conflict, emotional connection, trust, and intimacy. The app draws on over 126 research studies and also incorporates Scripture-based content, making it relevant for faith-oriented couples. It is owned by Talkspace and does not provide access to live individual therapists.
The app is designed for couples at any stage of marriage who want to improve their relationship on their own schedule. Lasting offers a free trial with a paid subscription required for full access. It also partners with churches to host virtual marriage retreats led by a Christian couples therapist. Available on iOS and Android.
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Our verdict
Lasting is, on pure craft, the most impressive marriage app in this roundup. Its opening assessment builds a personalized plan, then walks you through bite-size sessions on communication, intimacy, conflict, and forgiveness, supplemented by therapist-led workshops, five-minute guided meditations, and multi-session on-demand retreats. The 4.7-star rating across roughly 25,000 reviews reflects how genuinely useful couples find the experience.
The honest caveat for a Christian audience is faith. Lasting was acquired by Talkspace and is a secular, science-informed program, so there is no scripture, prayer, or explicitly Christian framing anywhere in it. It is also self-guided: despite the Talkspace connection, the app itself offers no live therapist messaging, so couples in real crisis will still need outside counseling.
If you want the most polished, best-structured self-guided program and you are comfortable adding your own faith layer, Lasting is worth the roughly $30-a-month subscription after its 7-day trial. If explicitly Christian content is non-negotiable, look at Marriage365 or Love Nudge first.
How we scored it
Standout features
Guided Series
Structured sessions on communication, intimacy, and forgiveness.
Therapist Workshops
Live and on-demand sessions led by licensed professionals.
Guided Meditations
Five-minute exercises to reset before hard conversations.
AI Journal
Prompted journaling to process feelings between sessions.
Partner Sync
Both spouses work the same plan at their own pace.
On-Demand Retreats
Four-session deep dives on conflict and connection.
Pros & cons
✓ Pros
- Genuinely deep, well-structured program covering communication, intimacy, and repair
- Licensed-therapist-led workshops and retreats add real credibility
- Bite-size sessions make it easy for busy couples to stay consistent
- Best-in-class design with simple partner sync
- Strong 4.7-star rating across roughly 25,000 reviews
– Cons
- Not faith-based; now owned by Talkspace, with no Christian or scriptural framing
- Subscription runs about $30/month and there is no live therapist messaging
- Content is self-guided only, so it will not replace counseling during a crisis
Best for
Couples who want a polished, structured, self-guided program with therapist-led workshops and are comfortable with a secular, science-based approach.
Look elsewhere if
You specifically want scripture-rooted, explicitly Christian content, or you need live counseling with a licensed therapist.
Pricing
How it compares
| Lasting | Love Nudge | Marriage365 | Paired | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our score | 8.0 | 7.6 | 8.3 | 7.8 |
| Faith grounding | 4 | 7 | 9 | 4 |
| Program depth | 9 | 6 | 8 | 7 |
| Ease of use | 8.5 | 9 | 7.5 | 8.5 |
| Price value | 7 | 10 | 8 | 7.5 |
FAQ
Is Lasting a Christian marriage app?
No. Lasting is a secular, science-informed relationship program now owned by Talkspace, with no explicitly Christian or scripture-based content.
Does Lasting include live therapy?
No. It is self-guided with therapist-led workshops and courses, but there is no live messaging or one-on-one therapy inside the app.
How much does Lasting cost?
It is free to try for 7 days, then about $29.99/month, with cheaper 3- and 6-month plans.
Can both spouses use one account?
Yes. Partners connect and work through the same personalized plan at their own pace.
Is Lasting worth it?
For couples wanting a deep, well-designed self-guided program it is excellent, just not if you specifically need Christian content or live counseling.
