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

Our Arizona therapists and counselors accept 20 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona | BCBS

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

  • Humana Medicare Advantage

  • Imperial Insurance Companies AZ

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Self-pay costs at Arizona
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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The connection I have with my counselor and psychiatrist.
Elijah Apr 2025
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Linda is very compassionate and professional. She listens well and has thoughtful insights. She has given me great encouragement and encourages me to see situations with broader perspectives that helps me to heal.
Wendy Apr 2025
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I have greatly appreciated working with Dr. Karen Ferguson and have already referred a close friend and sorority sister to her. Dr. Ferguson is an excellent listener who provides thoughtful insights and gently challenges me to consider different perspectives. As someone new to therapy, I wasn't sure what to expect, but I've remained committed for over a year now thanks to her support and guidance. She has been incredibly helpful, and I fully intend to continue my sessions with her.
Read more I have greatly appreciated working with Dr. Karen Ferguson and have already referred a close friend and sorority sister to her. Dr. Ferguson is an excellent listener who provides thoughtful insights and gently challenges me to consider different perspectives. As someone new to therapy, I wasn't sure what to expect, but I've remained committed for over a year now thanks to her support and guidance. She has been incredibly helpful, and I fully intend to continue my sessions with her.
Alice Apr 2025
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Arlinda is no nonsense. We get down to business and talk about my needs and then we are done in a very caring way. Arlinda is awesome. I appreciate her.
Lorel Apr 2025
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Claudio is great!! Scheduling is great!
Leonora Apr 2025
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Linda is very knowledgeable and accommodating. .
Eliane Apr 2025
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I really liked how Jennifer was so opening to listening to me and so kind. She made me feel so welcome to share everything about myself even virtually. I'm so excited to go through with her she was amazing!
Blair Apr 2025
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She listens good she getting yo understand my problems she willing to work on things that I want to work on overall so far it's going good
Michael Apr 2025
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Where to find us

Phone number

(480) 591-7358

Languages spoken by AZ providers

  • Italian
  • Polish
  • English

Support Hours

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

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