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51,144 people sought couples/marriage therapy help in Massachusetts in the last year

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27  therapists available in Massachusetts

Leominster

I offer a warm, trauma-informed, and collaborative approach that honors each client’s story while supporting healing, growth, and ...

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Lexington

As someone who has experience working with people from diverse backgrounds, I offer a compassionate, supportive, and understanding...

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Attleboro

Experiencing a close family member go through his own trials and tribulations at a young age and watching him transform his life i...

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Boston

I strive to help each client utilize their strengths to improve their quality of life through a queer, sober, neurodivergent-infor...

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Framingham

As an individual who struggled with depression and anxiety in the past, I understand the difficulty that one goes through carrying...

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Boston

As a second-generation Haitian woman and survivor of trauma, I carry the resilience of my ancestors and offer a compassionate, aff...

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Attleboro

As an empathetic individual it is Tiffany's passion to help people of all kinds through therapeutic skill, technique and cultural ...

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Boston

As a lesbian-identified woman of color, I understand the unique issue of identity exploration....

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Leominster

As someone familiar with trauma and its treatment, I understand the strength that survivors possess, including the ability to ask ...

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Worcester

As a former member of a special operations military unit, I understand and can empathize with directly- and indirectly-related iss...

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Cambridge

I’ve had the privilege of working in a wide range of mental health settings, from substance abuse treatment facilities to crisis s...

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Framingham

I'm a warm, deeply present therapist who specializes in helping people through their darkest moments with compassion, grounded gui...

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Boston

I will create a secured atmosphere where clients will feel appreciated and will obtain the highest quality of care while working t...

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Boston

I have been providing therapy for individuals and couples since 2006....

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Framingham

Courtney Council is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a Master's in Clinical Mental Health and a second Master’s in the A...

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Boston

As a psycho-dynamically trained therapist, Raef believes relationship building is the root of all lasting change. His goal in ther...

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Lexington

Pinelopi Dovinos is a psychotherapist with a Master’s Degree in Social Work and Certification in Gender and sexuality (queer stu...

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Brookline

I have a very strong skill set in treating those patients that have suffered trauma in their lives....

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Boston

Azizi Carle is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the states of Massachusetts and Texas who has over 10 years’ exp...

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Leominster

My professional and personal experience allow me to understand the complexities of being human....

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Boston

Life can be stressful, busy, and sometimes overwhelming, and I love helping people find their path forward....

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Westborough

I'll help you process, organize, and clarify your values and priorities to make choices and decisions that will help you accomplis...

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Cambridge

The mind is like an iceberg. It floats with one seventh of its bulk above water - Sigmund Freud...

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Quincy

Caring and creative licensed professional with over 20 years' combined experience in education, mental health, and healthcare sect...

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Framingham

I’ve spent most of my career as a social worker in the field of child welfare, mostly working with children and families in a va...

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Cambridge

As a person-centered clinician with a multicultural background, I focus on creating a calm, nonjudgmental space for individuals wo...

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Boston

As a clinician who has had the opportunity to work with a variety of people, I understand that each individual and their needs are...

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Starting Couples/marriage therapy

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 360+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Massachusetts accept 28 insurance plans

  • 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

  • Carelon | Medicare Advantage

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Fallon Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

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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

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Kirsten is the best!! She empowers me with tools that help me handle the highs and lows of life. I enjoy how easy it is to schedule meetings or reschedule, and the virtual option is so convenient
Danielle Sep 2025
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Karissa is knowledgeable, personable, and easy to connect with
Jillian Sep 2025
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I like being able to do this on zoom. It gives me a lot of flexibility. . My therapist is a very good listener. She's non-judgmental. . . I have already recommended drive works to a friend.
Maureen Sep 2025
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Very good
John Sep 2025
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My therapist Sahar is good
Deepika Sep 2025
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Kind and patient
Michael Sep 2025
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Being able to talk frankly about my emotions and my health. I have been carrying a lot of anger and frustration about my relationship with my daughter as well as my health. it was good just talking about it.
Deb Sep 2025
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Catherine is great and I love the convenience.
Amanda Sep 2025
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Where to find us

Phone number

(617) 744-3679

Languages spoken by MA providers

  • Urdu
  • Gujarati
  • Hindi
  • Arabic
  • Farsi
  • Spanish
  • English
  • Greek
  • French
  • Persian
  • Japanese
  • Korean
  • Mandarin
  • Portuguese
  • Creole
  • Turkish
  • Cantonese

Support Hours

Thursday 8:00am - 11:59pm
Friday 8:00am - 11:59pm
Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Monday 8:00am - 11:59pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 11:59pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 11:59pm

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