Hope Mirlis – NYC Wedding Officiant & Premarital Counselor
serving New York City, Long Island, New Jersey, the Hudson Valley and beyond!
It’s time to celebrate the richness of your union as you fully explore this exciting time in your relationship. There is so much unknown and so much to decide as you plan your wedding and your marriage.
I’m happy to help guide you through.
Congratulations!
Now put down your to-do list and take a breath.
As an NYC marriage officiant, premarital counselor and wedding yoga teacher, I’d love to get you ready not just for your wedding, but your marriage. I’ve created a practice to join the body, mind and soul for you and your partner.
I do that by:
writing and performing meaningful & unique wedding ceremonies,
leading couples through the process of strengthening their relationships with premarital counseling,
reviewing and helping you write your vows, and
offering a special yoga practice for weddings.
These are powerful ways to celebrate your love and fully acknowledge the support of those closest to you.
Love is love is love! I fully believe all couples have the legal right to marry. I proudly support the LGBTQ+ community and hold space and stand united with our BIPOC communities. If you’d like to take a moment during your ceremony to honor the either movement, its struggles and its victories, I am happy to do so.
Whether you’re getting married at a hip new loft in Brooklyn, or doing a ceremony overlooking the Hudson, together we can create something memorable and dare I say…magical!
Photo: Hyde Photography
Premarital Counseling is not therapy. With your partner, let’s take time to talk through your expectations of the marriage in order to strengthen your relationship and plan for the future.
Photo: Stephanie Naru
Grab your partner, your mom or your entire wedding party to breathe, move and find connection as you plan & celebrate. These sessions are great for the morning of your wedding or leading up to your Big Day.
Photo: Tori Petrillo
Planning a wedding is exciting—but let’s be real, it can also be overwhelming. And what about planning for your marriage? That part matters too.
Introducing Ever After Academy, Hope’s new venture! We bring top wedding and relationship experts together in one place to help you navigate both. From photography to finances, prenups to planning, from zeal to zen.
Think of it as your one-stop confidence boost for the journey ahead. Once you attend a panel discussion or a workshop, you will be ready for your next steps.
Photo: Andrea Reese
Packages and services are available based on your unique needs. If you are looking for an officiant but no premarital counseling, I’m happy to accommodate. If you already have an officiant but want some yoga the morning of your big day, just say the word!
Hope Mirlis is a registered NYC Wedding Officiant, an Ordained Interfaith Minister, a Certified Yoga Instructor and has been working with couples across the country since 2009.
After growing up in New York, she moved down South to Atlanta, then hopped over to Northern California. After a classmate asked her to officiate her wedding, Hope was suddenly on a new path. One that brought her back to New York in 2012.
A scoop of educator, a sprinkle of performer, a dash of administrator and a whole lot of positive, nurturing energy. That’s Hope!
Photo: Firework Photobooth
“We can’t thank you enough. You helped make our wedding ceremony everything we had hoped for (and more)! Our family commented afterwards on the positive energy you brought to the ceremony; we noticed as well and it made the ceremony even more special for us.”
— Eric & Shawna – Central Park
“Hope’s yoga classes are creative, challenging and energizing. A thoughtful and intuitive teacher, her many talents and interests are reflected in her approach to yoga.”
— Kim – Oakland, CA
“What really stood out to me: No one walked up to me and said the typical “It was a beautiful ceremony”. Instead, people said more thoughtful things like:“That really was the most fun ceremony I’ve ever been to!”
— Kelly & Gordon – Greenpoint Loft, Brooklyn, NY
“I cannot imagine preparing for marriage without Hope’s insight and guidance. She helped me and my fiancee navigate some very important (and sometimes difficult) topics that we would never have thought of otherwise.”
— Chris – Atlanta, GA