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I believe healing begins with feeling seen, heard, and understood, and I strive to create a safe space where you can bring your wh...
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I believe healing begins with feeling seen, heard, and understood, and I strive to create a safe space where you can bring your whole self without judgment.
Melissa Jenkins is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 20 years of experience. Melissa specializes in assisting individuals of all ages who have a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, panic disorders, relationship issues, a history of trauma, life transition issues, as well as mood and personality disorders. She has previous experience in addiction treatment, crisis intervention, and couples therapy.
Melissa earned a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Wayne State College. Melissa utilizes a variety of clinical approaches that are targeted to client needs, including cognitive behavioral therapy, solutions-focused therapy, and mindfulness-based methods.
Melissa's goal is to provide a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions without judgment. She is here to walk alongside you with care and understanding. Reaching out for help is a brave first step, and Melissa would be honored to support you on your journey toward healing and growth.
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Couples therapy and marriage counseling, also known as relationship counseling, helps couples work through their specific relationship issues. Some examples of common focuses within couples therapy and marriage counseling include:
The types of therapy used in couples and marriage counseling include:
At Thriveworks, Couples/marriage therapy is led by licensed professionals — often licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFTs) — who are experts in their field and best-equipped to help couples.
The Gottman Method of couples therapy is a research-supported approach designed to enhance relationships by bolstering the bond between partners, resolving conflicts, and fostering shared meaning in their relationship through comprehensive assessments and tailored interventions that improve communication, trust, and the overall health of the partnership.
If you’re facing persistent relationship problems, communication breakdowns, or unresolved conflicts that are impacting your emotional well-being and happiness, Couples/marriage therapy may be beneficial for you.
While marriage and couple’s counseling is typically recommended for couples who are experiencing persistent or severe relationship issues, any relationship can benefit from attending these sessions.
Marriage and couples 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.
On average, couples attend marriage and couples counseling for 12 weeks. However, couples & 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.
At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.
If your relationship feels stuck, neglected, or has taken a dramatic turn for the worse, consider working with a couples counselor or therapist at Thriveworks in Iowa City, IA. One of our licensed marriage and family therapists can help you sort through the specific issues that are bothering you and help you find ways to strengthen your relationship.
Call us at (319) 600-6837 to get started today.
Your relationship doesn’t have to be falling apart for you to benefit from marriage and family therapy. A couples therapist can help mediate disagreements and resolve conflict, but they can also help you create clear lines of communication and strengthen your connection to one another.
Some common reasons people seek out couples counseling include the following:
If you and your partner are struggling with any of these challenges or other issues, a mental health professional from Thriveworks Counseling in Iowa City, IA, can help you clear the air. You can schedule your first therapy session online or call our helpful scheduling team for more assistance.
Many couples find that couples counseling resolves their immediate issues and improves their relationships and mental health in the long term. Over several therapy sessions, you and your partner will gain valuable skills and tools that can be used to maintain a positive, healthy relationship in the long run and may even extend to other parts of your life.
The mental health professionals at Thriveworks in Iowa City, IA, have helped couples from many walks of life overcome difficult life challenges, process grief together, and restore their relationships with respect and compassion. If you’re ready to take the next step in improving your relationship, consider reaching out to our office today.
At Thriveworks in Iowa City, IA, we know that maintaining a loving, healthy relationship can be a lot of work. If you are struggling in your relationship, a counselor at Thriveworks in Iowa City, IA, can show you and your partner how to get back on track.
Relationships aren’t meant to be easy, but you know yours is worth the journey. Couples counseling can provide the boost you need to find your way back to one another and regain control of your relationship. You can thrive together – Thriveworks can help.
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