The first RLT Outcomes Study
Help build the evidence base for Relational Life Therapy
The Relational Life Foundation is conducting the research. Terry Real is inviting RLT clinicians to take part by connecting potentially eligible couples with the study.
For U.S.-based licensed therapists certified in RLT
Watch the invitation
An invitation from Terry Real
Watch Terry’s three-minute invitation, then complete the brief Therapist Interest Form. You do not need to have a couple ready today, and the research team will guide you from there.
I’m open to participatingHow referrals work
Your experience can help move RLT forward
Strong outcomes research can give RLT greater credibility, recognition, and reach. This study depends on clinicians willing to connect real-world couples with the research.
You are not being evaluated
The study examines how couples’ relationships change over time. It is not a test of your skill as a therapist.
Your part is intentionally simple
You continue your normal clinical work. The Foundation research team manages the research process.
Real-world referrals matter
There is no minimum referral commitment. You do not need to choose only couples you expect to do especially well.
What participation looks like
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Complete the brief Therapist Interest Form.
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The Relational Life Foundation research team confirms your eligibility and answers your questions.
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You receive the study materials and a secure referral link.
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When an appropriate couple appears, you share the study opportunity.
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The research team handles screening, informed consent, enrollment, surveys, and follow-up.
Which couples may be eligible?
The study is currently seeking couples who:
- Are based in the United States
- Are new to RLT
- Have completed no more than two RLT sessions
- Have not previously attended an RLT intensive
You do not need to determine eligibility yourself. The research team makes the final decision.
Research led by the Relational Life Foundation
Thoughtful research, handled with care
The Foundation research team understands RLT and manages every research step, so therapists can remain focused on their clinical work.
- Independent IRB approval
- Informed consent
- Confidential participation
- Secure data collection
Study resources
Download and share these materials with potentially eligible couples.
Common questions
You can also submit a question through the interest form. The Foundation research team will follow up directly.
Do I need to have a couple ready?
No. You can express interest now and refer a potentially eligible couple later.
Will I or my clinical work be evaluated?
No. The study is designed to understand couples’ outcomes, not to grade individual therapists.
How much additional work is involved?
Your role is to continue your normal therapy and connect potentially eligible couples with the study. The research team manages screening, consent, enrollment, surveys, data collection, and follow-up.
Is there a minimum number of referrals?
No. There is no minimum number of couples you must refer.
Is there compensation for therapists?
Therapists receive a one-time $250 RLI training credit after an eligible referred couple enrolls.
What if I am unsure whether I qualify?
Complete the interest form and include your question. The Relational Life Foundation research team will confirm your eligibility.
RLT needs real-world evidence. This is how we build it.
If you are a U.S.-based licensed therapist certified in RLT and open to supporting the study, take the first step today.
Complete the interest formQuestions?
Please contact the research team and we will follow up directly.
This study has been approved by WCG Clinical under study protocol #45617117.0.