Care without the wait

132 licensed therapists & providers in Massachusetts—9 in Boston. Available as soon as today, in person and online

Therapy for every life stage

Our providers work with individuals, couples, families, & teens for anxiety, depression, grief, & more

#1 for in-network coverage †

We accept UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, BCBS Plans, Humana, Aetna, & many more. Self-pay options available, no membership fees

Patients who get better

94% of patients feel truly understood by their provider. 3 out of 4 see improvement in depression & anxiety symptoms within 3 months

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45,738 people sought marriage counseling help in Massachusetts in the last year

Discover how starting marriage counseling can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

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Marriage counseling FAQs

What is marriage counseling?

Marriage counseling, also known as couples therapy and relationship counseling, helps couples work through their specific relationship issues. Thriveworks marriage counseling in Boston, MA is led by licensed professionals — often licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFTs) — who are experts in their field and best-equipped to help couples. Some examples of common focuses within Marriage counseling include:

  • Jealousy
  • Trust issues
  • Infidelity
  • Opposing values
  • Different visions for the future
  • Disagreements in parenting
  • Lack of trust
  • Financial distress
  • Sex issues

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by helping couples identify and better navigate their unique challenges. Following an initial assessment of the couple in terms of strengths and needs, the therapist would then discuss their therapeutic goals and any possible approaches or ways of working together as therapist and couple.
Couples attend sessions together, whether they meet in person or by video. In addition to regular marriage counseling sessions, each partner may also be asked to attend a few individual sessions to supplement their progress. This will allow their counselor to get to know each individual better, assess each of their personal needs, and develop the very best treatment plan moving forward.

Is marriage counseling conducted in person or online?

Marriage counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you and your partner.

How long does marriage counseling last?

On average, couples attend marriage counseling for 12 weeks. However, marriage counseling may last longer or shorter, dependent on the couples’ needs, the challenges they’d like to work through, and the pace of their progress. Marriage counselors and therapists at Thriveworks in Boston, MA work with their clients to create goals, decide on ideal timelines, and establish treatment plans.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurance and we offer self-pay options too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Boston accept 31 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Aetna Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts | BCBS Medicare Advantage (HMO | PPO)

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts | BCBS

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Fallon Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

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Self-pay costs at Boston
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

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Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

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$1

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Hear from our clients

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The therapist i talk with is amazing I think we clicked!! I look forward to talking with her more!
Ariana Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Helen is a wonderful, thoughtful listener who offers positive feedback and a path to help improve my anxiety induced limitations.
Claudia Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Easy to get appointments. Communication is great. Cherly is awesome
Layla Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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My therapist is an amazingly empathetic listener and helps me reflect on things in ways that really help me keep moving forward. She is awesome!
Mia Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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The ease of finding and booking a therapist made taking that first step feel much less intimidating. I really appreciated being able to read each therapist’s profile to find someone who seemed like a good fit. I’ve now had several sessions, and I couldn’t be happier with my therapist. For the first time in years, I feel genuinely hopeful about the future, and the work has only just begun.
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Ian Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Thriveworks is wonderful. It was nice to be able to select my therapist and Amanda is so good.
Kimiko Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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10 star
Alicia Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Felt heard and validated. Looking forward to working together to resolve some issues!
Jennifer Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Where to find us

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Address

1 Emerson Pl Suite 3H
Boston, MA 02114

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Boston is located in the Charles River park complex and near Emerson Place and Staniford Street, off Storrow Drive. It is right by the Massachusetts General Hospital campus and close to the Museum of Science.

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Phone number

(617) 397-3951
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Languages spoken by MA providers

  • Urdu
  • English
  • Spanish
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Hours

Friday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Saturday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Sunday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Monday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Thursday 8:00am - 9:30pm

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Monday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Thursday 8:00am - 11:00pm

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