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What is couples & marriage counseling?

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:

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

What type of therapy is used in couples therapy?

The types of therapy used in couples and marriage counseling include:

  • The Gottman Method
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
  • Emotionally-focused therapy (EFT)
  • Solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT)
  • Strength-based therapy

What kind of therapist is best for couples?

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.

What is the Gottman Method of couples therapy?

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.

How to tell if I need couples therapy?

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.

Should every couple go to couples therapy?

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.

Is couples & marriage counseling conducted in person or online?

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.

How long does couples & marriage counseling last?

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.

How much does couples & marriage counseling cost?

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.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors accept 17 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Maryland | BCBS HMO

  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Maryland | BCBS PPO

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

  • Humana Medicare Advantage

  • JP Farley Corporation

  • Johns Hopkins Healthcare | JHHC

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Self-pay costs at
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

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Anne is great
Walter Apr 2025
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I believe in this type of Field the only thing the company can do is to continue hiring people who have the same mindset and teaching as Kyle Kunkel. She has been everything I needed, and more she has the mindset and the teaching to really guide you through your journey. I believe if you have more coaches like this that do not judge and have an open mind. I believe this will not only help the company thrive but help the patients thrive Through their journey through life.
Read more I believe in this type of Field the only thing the company can do is to continue hiring people who have the same mindset and teaching as Kyle Kunkel. She has been everything I needed, and more she has the mindset and the teaching to really guide you through your journey. I believe if you have more coaches like this that do not judge and have an open mind. I believe this will not only help the company thrive but help the patients thrive Through their journey through life.
Bruce Apr 2025
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Randy's the best.
Ben Apr 2025
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I have been with Janay approximately 10 months. As a lifelong Therapy goer, working with different specialists, I have had such a positive mental switch things to my sessions with Janay! There is feeling of judgment and I am so much less anxious about my personal relationships
Read more I have been with Janay approximately 10 months. As a lifelong Therapy goer, working with different specialists, I have had such a positive mental switch things to my sessions with Janay! There is feeling of judgment and I am so much less anxious about my personal relationships
Michelle Apr 2025
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Darwin is patient and kind on top of being highly professional, very skilled at what he does, and incredibly informed about trauma. He has helped me through some of the worst experiences in my life and has changed the way my brain can process stress. I recently dealt with the suicide of a close friend. Darwin's help was immeasurable. Thank you for supporting clients and for having such great therapists at the practice.
Read more Darwin is patient and kind on top of being highly professional, very skilled at what he does, and incredibly informed about trauma. He has helped me through some of the worst experiences in my life and has changed the way my brain can process stress. I recently dealt with the suicide of a close friend. Darwin's help was immeasurable. Thank you for supporting clients and for having such great therapists at the practice.
Haley Apr 2025
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I like how user friendly and easy to use the thriveworks website is and how easy it was to get started. In terms of my provider Rachel Guididas, she has been wonderful I've loved my experience with her and would absolutely recommend her to anyone I know. I can't stress how impactful my experience with her has been with her. She truly does a great job.
Read more I like how user friendly and easy to use the thriveworks website is and how easy it was to get started. In terms of my provider Rachel Guididas, she has been wonderful I've loved my experience with her and would absolutely recommend her to anyone I know. I can't stress how impactful my experience with her has been with her. She truly does a great job.
Steven Apr 2025
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Our therapist is close to our age and has been through similar experiences. She allows each of us to have a say and keeps us on topic.
Tara Apr 2025
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Mohammed is an excellent therapist!
David Apr 2025
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Where to find us

Phone number

(410) 919-9082

Languages spoken by MD providers

  • English
  • Spanish
  • French

Support Hours

Friday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Monday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Thursday 8:00am - 9:30pm

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