Relationship Health Profile (RHP)
A comprehensive relationship assessment your clients complete in 28 minutes. Percentile-normed scoring across 10 dimensions, ready before the session starts.
Last reviewed: May 2026
The Relationship Health Profile is a composite assessment that reads 10 empirically-supported dimensions of romantic relationship functioning together. Each dimension is scored against the reference sample reported in its original validation study and expressed as a percentile rank, giving one standardised profile in place of ad-hoc instrument selection.
The 10 Dimensions
Satisfaction
Overall relationship satisfaction and happiness — how content each partner feels with the relationship.
Couples Satisfaction Index (CSI-32; Funk & Rogge, 2007)
Intimacy
Emotional closeness and self-disclosure within the relationship.
Validated relationship quality measure (Fletcher et al., 2000)
Love & Fondness
Warmth, affection, and appreciation between partners.
Validated relationship quality measure (Fletcher et al., 2000)
Passion
Physical intimacy, desire, and sexual connection between partners.
Validated relationship quality measure (Fletcher et al., 2000)
Commitment
Dedication and investment in the relationship's future.
Validated relationship quality measure (Fletcher et al., 2000)
Constructive Communication
Mutual problem-solving, respectful discussion, and collaborative approaches during disagreements.
Communication Patterns Questionnaire — Short Form (CPQ-SF; Christensen & Heavey, 1990)
Conflict Patterns
The presence of demand/withdraw dynamics during conflict — one partner pressing while the other pulls away.
Communication Patterns Questionnaire — Short Form (CPQ-SF; Christensen & Heavey, 1990)
Trust
Overall trust encompassing predictability, dependability, and faith in partner.
Trust Scale (Rempel & Holmes, 1985)
Partner Responsiveness
Feeling understood, validated, and cared for by partner.
Brief Perceived Partner Responsiveness (Reis et al., 2017)
Shared Meaning & Growth
Shared goals, rituals, personal growth, and sense of mutual purpose.
Validated relationship functioning scale (Fowers et al., 2016)
Scoring & Interpretation
Each dimension is z-score normalised against the mean and SD reported in that instrument's validation study, then converted to a percentile rank (0-100). The composite score is the Mean Percentile Rank (MPR): the unweighted mean of all 10 dimension percentiles. Reference samples vary in size and setting, so read each percentile as standing against that instrument's original sample rather than a population norm.
| Percentile | Band | Guidance |
|---|---|---|
| 90th+ | Relationship Strength | Notable strength — build on existing patterns |
| 75th-89th | Above Typical | Stronger than most community couples |
| 25th-74th | Typical Range | Consistent with community couples |
| 10th-24th | Lower Typical | Below most — monitor and explore |
| Below 10th | Below Typical | Significant difficulty — prioritise in session |
Individual dimension percentiles are reported on the radar chart and in the full 8-page clinician PDF report.
Sample Report: See What You Receive
Sample data using fictional characters. Each partner completes the assessment independently.
Each partner completes the assessment independently. The radar chart reveals where perspectives converge and where they diverge.
When to Use the RHP
Use the RHP at intake for couples therapy, as a baseline before structured intervention (EFT, Gottman Method, IBCT), or for periodic progress monitoring. Clinical scenarios include pre-marital counselling, relationship check-ups, post-affair recovery baseline, and separation counselling to identify salvageable dimensions.
Who It's For
Adult couples in committed relationships (married or cohabiting). Both partners complete the assessment independently. Designed for practitioners using evidence-based couples therapy frameworks. Not intended for non-romantic relationships or adolescents.
Compared to Alternatives
Single instruments (CSI-16, RAS)
Use when you only need one dimension. The RHP is for comprehensive multi-dimensional profiling.
Clinical interview only
The RHP complements, not replaces, clinical judgement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What instruments are included in the Relationship Health Profile?
The RHP combines 6 validated instruments: the Couples Satisfaction Index (CSI-32), the Perceived Relationship Quality Components scale (PRQC; Fletcher et al., 2000), the Communication Patterns Questionnaire Short Form (CPQ-SF), the Trust Scale (Rempel & Holmes, 1985), the Brief Perceived Partner Responsiveness scale (Reis et al., 2017), and the Relationship Flourishing Scale (RFS; Fowers et al., 2016). Together they cover 10 dimensions of relationship functioning.
How is the RHP different from the Gottman Relationship Checkup?
Both assess multiple dimensions of relationship health. The RHP uses 6 independently validated, peer-reviewed instruments (93 items, ~28 min) with transparent scoring. The Gottman Checkup uses proprietary instruments (337+ items, ~45 min). The RHP is included in the $19/mo Professional plan for unlimited couples; the Gottman Checkup costs $39 per couple.
Does each partner complete the RHP separately?
Yes. Each partner completes the 93-item assessment independently. The clinician receives separate reports for each partner, including individual radar charts that reveal where perspectives converge and where they diverge — a powerful starting point for couples sessions.
What does the clinician receive after both partners complete the RHP?
An 8-page PDF report for each partner containing: a composite Mean Percentile Rank score, a 10-dimension radar chart, individual dimension cards with interpretive narratives and "Explore in session" prompts, and a score details table showing raw scores, percentiles, and classifications for all 10 dimensions.
Is the Relationship Health Profile validated?
Each of the 6 constituent instruments is individually validated, with published psychometric properties (internal consistency, test-retest reliability, convergent validity). The composite profile itself is not separately validated: it applies norm-referenced percentile scoring against the reference means and SDs reported in each instrument's validation study, then averages the dimension percentiles. Those reference samples vary in size and setting, so treat the profile as a structured screening picture rather than a population-normed test.
Use the RHP in your practice
Available on the Professional plan. Includes the full 93-item assessment, 10-dimension radar chart, and 8-page clinician PDF. Patients complete it on their phone or computer. Scored the moment they submit.