Anyone can be married… but, not, everyone is happily married!
The TruthAbout Marriage
Many couples are quietly struggling in marriages that feel heavy, disconnected, or lonely. Pride, fear of judgment, and the risk of public humiliation often keep us from asking for help. Honest conversations about marital challenges are avoided, even among close friends, family, and within the church.
Over time, this silence creates an unsafe environment for vulnerability. Couples feel pressured to present a polished version of their marriage while carrying private pain behind closed doors. When we live behind a mask, connection erodes. Isolation grows. And marriages that long for healing are left unsupported.
At Authentic Marriages, we believe marriage is worth fighting for especially Black marriages. We believe couples deserve spaces where honesty is welcomed, healing is possible, and growth is supported without shame.
Success StoriesWhat our clients have to say about working with us
Authentic Marriages is exceptional. Kaara and Jared genuinely care and their courses have been a true blessing. Highly recommend.
— Newly Married Wife
I appreciated the course’s diversity and relaxed, engaging atmosphere. Kaara and Jared made sure everyone felt heard and involved.
— Engaged Couple
I joined a newlyweds group. Kaara and Jared were excellent, combining passion with 15 years of marriage and mental health expertise.
— Engaged Couple
build emotionally and spiritually healthy marriages!
Our goal is to help 
What makes us different?
Be heard: We curate a safe space for you to share your story so you can finally be understood by your partner.
Be supported: We are here to guide you so you can repair and heal your relationship. You will have tools that actually work!
Be together – You no longer will feel like
”it’s just us on the struggle bus!” You will grow with a group of like minded peers.
Be loved: You will walk away feeling connected, seen, heard and loved by your partner.
We believeLearning must be fun!
This is not your run of the mill boring marriage duo. We believe that having fun should be a key ingredient to life. So we bring the fun, laughs and games with us at all of our events! So when you join us, expect to learn, expect to be challenged but also expect to have a good time!
Our Founders
MeetWe are Jared and Kaara, the co-founders of Authentic Marriages, a Christian, relationship ministry, designed to promote emotionally and spiritually healthy marriages globally. With over 20 years of combined professional experience in the mental health field working with individuals, families and couples. We’ve been together for 23 years and married for 18 and have two kids, ages 10 and 12. Through the course of our relationship have successfully navigated some of the same challenges you face in your marriage! We understand the challenges of the busy couple who miss each other…who feel like roommates…who feel too busy to connect. We get it…and we get you!
Are you ready to take the first step towards a more fulfilling relationship?
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Conflict Cycles Quiz
Authentic MarriagesUncover relationship patterns with our Conflict Cycles Quiz. Identify dynamics that lead to misunderstandings with your partner. Recognizing these cycles helps break negative patterns and enhance communication. Take the quiz to understand your conflict style and start your path to lasting harmony.
MoreAbout Us
Curious to know more about us?
Born and raised in the Caribbean (Jamaica and Trinidad), we now call Atlanta, GA home. With over 20 years of combined professional experience, we’re passionate about helping couples thrive. Kaara is a UNC grad and Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in trauma and couples therapy, while Jared is a Duke grad and double boarded Child & Adult Psychiatrist.
Authentic Marriages
Here atwe strive to keep it REAL! Simply speaking, nothing is off limits! We don’t want to present a fairytale version of marriage but rather a realistic view of the blessings and challenges that every marriage may face. We hope to discuss topics that touch the core of people’s marriages even if it is difficult or uncomfortable to engage. Our goal is to equip couples with the tools needed to help their marriage become happy, healthy and holy.
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