At REAL Relationships, we take a comprehensive approach to relational health—one that integrates prevention, education, accountability, and the possibility of transformation.
Rather than reacting only when harm becomes visible, we help communities build a shared understanding of what healthy relationships look like and how to respond when concerns arise.
A Prevention-First Framework
Prevention begins with clarity.
We help organizations and churches:
Define healthy, respectful, and safe relational behaviors
Establish shared language around boundaries and responsibility
Recognize early warning signs of unhealthy dynamics
Reduce harm before it escalates
When people understand what is healthy, they are better equipped to notice when something is not.
Trauma-Informed and Leadership-Supportive
Our approach recognizes that relational harm affects people differently and that leaders often carry the weight of complex decisions.
Training is designed to:
Reduce fear and confusion around difficult conversations
Support leaders rather than overwhelm them
Avoid shame-based or fear-driven responses
Prioritize safety while maintaining dignity
This allows leaders to respond with confidence rather than avoidance.
Accountability That Leads to Change
Addressing harm requires more than awareness or care alone.
REAL Relationships helps communities develop clear accountability pathways that:
Name harmful behavior without labeling or public shaming
Place responsibility on the person causing harm
Establish clear expectations and boundaries
Include mentoring, oversight, and follow-through
Measure change by behavior, not promises
Accountability is not punishment—it is a necessary structure for transformation.
Supporting All Involved—Without Enabling Harm
Our approach holds two truths at the same time:
Those who are harmed deserve protection, support, and voice
Those who cause harm must be confronted with clarity and responsibility
We do not rush reconciliation, minimize impact, or use spiritual language to bypass accountability. Healing happens when safety, truth, and responsibility are held together