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Marriage & Family Clinic · A.R.E. Questionnaire

Accessible. Responsive. Engaged.

A quick, honest snapshot of your emotional connection with your partner. Takes about 5 minutes.

The A.R.E. framework looks at three questions that matter most for emotional connection: Can your partner reach you? Does your partner respond when you reach for them? And do you feel truly with each other, not just side by side? You'll rate a short set of statements in each area, and get an honest, private snapshot at the end.

Before you start

This is a self-guided reflection tool, not a clinical assessment or diagnosis. Each partner should complete it separately, then compare notes together or bring the results in to your first appointment.

AccessibleCan your partner reach you emotionally, and can you reach them?
ResponsiveDoes your partner show up when you need comfort or reassurance?
EngagedDo you feel truly present and connected with each other, not just nearby?

For educational purposes only. This tool does not replace professional counseling or diagnosis.

0 of 15 answered

Please answer every statement before seeing your results.

-- Overall, out of 5
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Guide: 4.0+ = Strength, celebrate it · 3.0–3.9 = Good, room to grow · below 3.0 = Growth area, worth focused attention.

Want to talk through what you found?

Bring these results to your first session — they give your therapist a real starting point instead of starting from scratch.

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  • Our Therapists
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    • Practical Tools