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800 people sought marriage counseling help at Royal Oak in the last year

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12  therapists available in Royal Oak

Novi

I believe that healing begins with connection, and I bring deep compassion and insight to my work with individuals, couples, and f...

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Detroit

I believe my purpose in this world is to help others in their healing journey. I look forward to being a part of yours....

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Sterling Heights

Maria Tovar-Ruiz is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LPC, LAADC) who has over ...

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Troy

Rosemary is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of Michigan. Rosemary has worked as a counselor for over ten year...

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Detroit

As a person who sees through a lens of no judgement, I understand that each individual has their own unique concerns and needs tha...

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Grand Rapids

I like to focus on identifying your strengths and help you to maximize them to overcome your obstacles....

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Portage

Who you are is beautifully and uniquely crafted by your experiences in life and I am here to help you discover ways to improve you...

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West Bloomfield Township

My passion is to help you understand yourself....

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Beverly Hills

As a religious woman and certified trauma professional/substance use disorder therapist I understand the connection between trauma...

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Grand Rapids

As a woman who grew up in an adoptive family, I understand the unique issues of trauma, belonging, and navigating the unpredictabl...

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Portage

My aim is to offer you a therapeutic alliance through which you can heal from past wounds and embrace imperfections so that you ma...

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West Bloomfield Township

Starting therapy is a big step, and I'm here to provide a warm, supportive space where you can feel heard and truly understood....

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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 Royal Oak, MI 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 Royal Oak, MI work with their clients to create goals, decide on ideal timelines, and establish treatment plans.

Need more help deciding?

The main source of tension within most romantic comedies is whether the main characters will finally overcome all the barriers keeping them apart so that they can live happily-ever-after together. Think about Sleepless in Seattle, While You Were Sleeping, You’ve Got Mail, Hitch, Silver Linings Playbook. These couples overcame geography, grief, past relationships, mental illness, physical illness, and more. In one of the most romantic lines ever spoken, Harry finds Sally at the end of the movie and proclaims his love, “I came here tonight because when you realize you want to spend the rest of your life with somebody, you want the rest of your life to start as soon as possible.” There is an underlying assumption all their problems are now solved, but anyone in a marriage knows better. Every marriage has difficulties—it is normal to struggle. That is why most wedding vows include a promise to love one another “in good times and bad, in sickness and health, for rich or poor.” Even happily-ever-afters include difficulty, sickness, and poverty at times. Even the most committed spouses may need help, and more and more, people are reach out and going to marriage therapy.

“A great marriage isn’t something that just happens;
it’s something that must be created.” —Fawn Weaver

The marriage counselors at Thriveworks Oakland Counseling have worked with many spouses who are stuck. Often, they want to have a great relationship, but they do not know how to get there. Maybe life is become too stressful. Maybe trust has been lost. Often, marriage counselors can restart the process of creating a great marriage.

Should We Go to Marriage Counseling?

Sometimes, couples want to know if the issue that is affecting their marriage means they should go to therapy. Is this a problem that therapy can solve? It is a common question. There are no simple answers. On the one hand, there is no right or wrong reason to start marriage counseling. If you or your spouse is wondering whether marriage therapy might help, this could be a sign that you are ready to get started. On the other hand, marriage therapy is not a quick-fix or a panacea. There are no guarantees in relationships. Sometimes, spouses work through their problems and build a stronger marriage. Sometimes, spouses decide that the best path forward is to divorce amicably. In both cases, a marriage therapist may be able to guide the process. What are some of the reasons spouses begin marriage therapy?

1) They are fighting constantly: Debates. Disagreements. Differences. These are all normal within a marriage. Healthy marriages have fights, but these spouses fight fairly and respectfully. Then, they move on. Relational experts talk about how healthy couples only have one negative interaction for every five positive interactions. Negative interactions are powerful and can cause significant harm. If these issues of disagreement turn into personal attacks or if they are never resolve, spouses can easily feel as if they are drowning in conflict. Often, marriage counselors teach their clients conflict resolution skills so they can have their disagreements and then move onto more positive interactions.

2) They never fight: Just as fighting too much can be a sign that a marriage is in trouble, so can never fighting. Spouses need to maintain their individuality within the marriage. Never disagreeing or fighting could mean that one spouse’s perspective, feelings, or opinions are not being honored. When someone has their unique perspective brushed aside repeatedly, they may give up on advocating for their own individuality. When spouses have iced each other out, it may also signal that tension has risen so much that each spouse is overwhelmed. Marriage counselors can often help spouses identify the underlying problem and work toward a resolution.

3) A spouse cheated: When one or both spouses have an affair, the marriage essentially goes into cardiac arrest. Major intervention is needed to restore the relationship to health. Recovery from an affair is not an easy process—it takes time and it requires that trust be rebuilt. Spouses do not always know what steps to take, even if they want to stay in the marriage. A marriage therapist can often guide that process. Sometimes, spouses know they do not want to continue the marriage. In that case, a marriage therapist may be able to facilitate amicable parting of ways.

4) One spouse wants to change the other: A basic but important principle for life is that people cannot change others—not even their spouse. People can only change themselves. When we try to change others, we introduce shame, frustration, and disappointment into the relationship. We may be trying to do a good thing, but ultimately, it is harmful. Within a marriage, each spouse needs to take responsibility for their own personal growth. Marriage therapists often teach spouses how to set up appropriate boundaries so that this can take place.

Thriveworks Oakland Offers Appointments for Marriage Counseling

You may have recognized a reason to go to marriage therapy. You may not have. The decision to start therapy is personal, and every spouse has their own reasons. If you are ready, know that the marriage counselors at Thriveworks Oakland Counseling are ready, too. When you contact our office, you may have your first appointment within 24 hours. We work with many insurance companies and are able to accept a variety of insurance plans. We also offer evening and weekend sessions. Call today.

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 Royal Oak accept 30 insurance plans

  • ASR

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Aetna Medicare Advantage

  • Alliance Health and Life (HAP)

  • Blue Care Network of Michigan | HMO

  • Blue Care Network of Michigan | Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan | BCBS Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan | Traditional & PPO

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

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Self-pay costs at Royal Oak
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

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

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$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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I'm so glad to have met Kelly!
Alicia Jun 2025
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Cuz its easy safe and good
Devon Jun 2025
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It is always a good experience when I have therapy. Not that I always have good things to talk about, it's rather that my therapist does an incredible job. Yes, validation is fabulous. She also asks questions at the right time that encourage me to think deeper about my behaviors, beliefs and decisions. Although the skin be uncomfortable to think deeper than surface level, it's necessary. Thank you!. .
Read more It is always a good experience when I have therapy. Not that I always have good things to talk about, it's rather that my therapist does an incredible job. Yes, validation is fabulous. She also asks questions at the right time that encourage me to think deeper about my behaviors, beliefs and decisions. Although the skin be uncomfortable to think deeper than surface level, it's necessary. Thank you!. .
Inga Jun 2025
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Collette is amazing! We clicked from the first session! She is thoughtful and knowledgeable!!
Rachael Jun 2025
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I love my therapist! She instinctively seems to know right questions to ask and she listens carefully
Sarah Jun 2025
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What I appreciate most is the work I'm doing is because of the services I'm getting and everyday I'm seeing the improvement and so is my therapist.
Porshea May 2025
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She listens and gives me food for thought and another prospective.
Jocelyn May 2025
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Becki is patient and really listens and hears what I'm saying.
Lisa May 2025
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Where to find us

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Address

302 South Main St Suite 202
Royal Oak, MI 48067

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Royal Oak is located right off the corner of the intersection of S. Main and E. 3rd St., just east of Centennial Commons Park. Starbucks and Freshii are on either side of us. Parking can be found on the street or two blocks west at the Center Street Garage, and the closest bus stop is at 11 Mile Rd. and Main.

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Phone number

(947) 217-2743
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Languages spoken by MI providers

  • English
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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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Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm
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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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