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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.
Perhaps you and the one you love are struggling with some relationship issues like infidelity or trust issues. If you are, confiding in a couples therapist or marriage counselor might make a big difference. At Thriveworks in Irvine, CA, our marriage counselors and couples therapists are ready to work together with you to improve your relationship and reignite that spark. Reach out today to schedule your first appointment.
Deciding to talk with a marriage counselor or couples therapist is an important decision that you and your partner will need to make together—but if you do choose to connect with a mental health professional at Thriveworks, you’ll be gaining a powerful ally to help you improve your relationship. Couples therapy and marriage counseling can offer ways to:
Plus, marriage counselors and couples therapists are licensed professionals, whose sole commitment is to help you and your romantic partner strengthen your relationship. You’ll give them the valuable insight that they need to provide you both with personalized mental health care.
While each couple is unique, common signs that you and your partner might benefit from professional assistance include:
If you’re experiencing any of these issues, there’s no reason to feel shame. And our therapists and counselors aren’t going to judge you for your difficulties. Instead of feeling defeated about seeking assistance with your relationship, it might be helpful to view the process as a way to prioritize your bond. The most important thing is the connection between both of you, and taking steps to preserve that connection is a smart choice.
When you and you and your partner reach out to Thriveworks in Irvine, CA for marriage counseling or couples therapy, you’ll be connected with a provider who cares about helping you improve your relationship. We offer many benefits including in-person and online care options, same-week appointments for new clients, evening and weekend sessions, and more.
So when you’re both ready, contact Thriveworks in Irvine to get connected with a therapist or counselor that can help you get your relationship back on the right track.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
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