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Our counselors offer relationship counseling in Ashland, VA

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Get in-person or online care, and cover the majority of the costs with your insurance. Scheduling is easy — call our team and they’ll help you find your perfect match.

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35  therapists available in  Ashland

Lynchburg

As a working wife and mother of two adult children, I understand the struggles that life can bring....

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Henrico

Patricia "Tricia" McCarty is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who enjoys helping people work through life transitions, addiction...

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Newport News

As a military spouse and mother of 3 teenagers and young adults, I bring a deep, personal understanding of life transitions and th...

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Virginia Beach

Gwendolyn Fisher is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has over 3 years of experience helping children and adults seeking help ...

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Lynchburg

As a wife and a mom, I bring empathy, insight, and dedication to guiding individuals and families toward healing and growth....

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Virginia Beach

Today's world is full of challenges that can make anyone feel weighed down. Together, we can work on ways to move forward when day...

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Henrico

Wendy Wasserstrom is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 9 years of social work experience. She has provided mental hea...

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Newport News

As a woman with varied life experience, I understand the need to have a listening ear....

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Virginia Beach

I am passionate about aiding those in difficult situations to focus on their strengths and build on them....

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Newport News

Jamie Bullock is a licensed professional counselor out of Virginia clinically certified in Trauma and EMDR certified who has over ...

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Newport News

Life can be challenging and full of ups and downs. As a therapist and a human, I understand the importance of wanting to gain unde...

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Lynchburg

I’m passionate about helping others tap into their inner strength and find healing....

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Newport News

 I believe that every individual can get through difficulties that arise in life and sometimes we need some help. I am passionate...

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Newport News

Believe you are not defined by what happened to you. Let's heal and grow together....

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Virginia Beach

As a multi-ethnic black woman and a veteran of the U.S. Navy, I understand various perspectives from racial issues, trauma, sexual...

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Chesterfield

I am here to listen, validate, and support you in using the gifts you already have to tackle the challenges, hurts, and disappoint...

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Lynchburg

My goal as a counselor is to support my clients in developing practical skills to apply in their day-to-day lives so they can auth...

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Lynchburg

Sierra believes that every person is important, unique, and has incredible value....

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Richmond

"For lack of guidance a nation falls, but victory is won through many advisers." –Proverbs 11:14...

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Roanoke

Nytasia Dockery, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, is a mental health professional with over 6 years of professional experience hel...

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Midlothian

I am a culturally diverse counselor dedicated to creating a safe, supportive, and authentic environment for your healing journey b...

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Midlothian

I believe self-understanding and empathy breeds healing and growth, and I'll walk alongside my clients through this journey of sel...

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Richmond

As someone who has experienced the impact of mental health challenges, I provide a unique perspective, level of understanding, and...

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Chesapeake

As a black woman with many roles and responsibilities in my own life, I understand how to help meet your personal needs and accomp...

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Alexandria

Krista Hale is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has worked in a variety of settings in the mental health field for 45 years. ...

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Richmond

As a clinician, I understand that individuals have different backgrounds and experiences that make them unique....

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Reston

As a survivor of domestic violence, cancer, and family members in active addiction, I understand the importance of having a safe s...

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Virginia Beach

As a 27-year-old male, I know how it can feel when you try to take it one day at a time, and then several rough days come at once....

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Virginia Beach

As someone who has over 20 years in recovery and lost a significant number of family members and friends I am extremely sensitive ...

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Chesapeake

As a woman of color, I understand issues related to gender and race....

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Richmond

As a mother, wife, daughter, and college student, I have come to terms with the fact that all individuals are unique in their expe...

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Lynchburg

Your trauma is not your fault, but healing is your responsibility....

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Newport News

I am committed to providing a positive, empowering, and safe place that allows you to express and explore your thoughts and feelin...

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Virginia Beach

As a husband and father surrounded by a community of military service members and their families, I understand the many and divers...

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Lynchburg

As a counselor, I am excited to work with my clients on their goals and to help them increase overall functioning to where they ar...

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Starting Relationship counseling in Ashland

What is relationship counseling?

Relationship counseling, also known as Couples therapy and marriage counseling, helps couples work through their specific relationship issues. It 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 relationship 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 relationship counseling work?

Relationship 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 couples therapy 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 relationship counseling conducted in person or online?

Thriveworks relationship counseling in Ashland is conducted both in person and virtually via online counseling. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you and your partner.

How long does relationship counseling last?

On average, couples attend relationship counseling for 12 weeks. However, relationship 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.

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Relationship/Communication Counseling – Therapists and Counselors in Hanover, VA

Couples need effective and healthy communication to cultivate a successful relationship. Without good communication, issues are allowed to grow and fester and ultimately create a rift that can be detrimental to the relationship.

At Thriveworks Hanover, one of our couples therapy and marriage counselors can assist you and your partner in improving and developing open and honest communication in your relationship. We encourage you to call or schedule online to get started.

How Can Thriveworks Hanover Help Us?

Relationships are difficult. There are never easy answers, but there are many tangible ways couples therapy may be able to help. Two primary ways include:

De-escalating the conflict. When partners are struggling, they can begin to attack each other instead of the problem. When conflict escalates, it becomes more difficult to solve. Couples counselors can often de-escalate conflict and focus partners’ attention upon what matters most.

Prioritizing which changes will help the couple most. Some changes will make a big impact and should be made immediately. Others are important, but they can wait. Experienced couples counselors can help couples see the difference.

What Counseling Approaches Will Be Used?

While our counselors will adapt their approach to fit you and your couple’s unique needs, some of the most common approaches for couples and marriage counseling include:

  • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT): This approach focuses on identifying and modifying negative thought patterns and behaviors within the relationship, aiming to improve communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Emotionally focused therapy (EFT): EFT helps couples identify and understand underlying emotions and attachment needs, fostering a deeper emotional connection and strengthening the bond between partners.
  • Gottman method couples therapy: Based on extensive research, this approach emphasizes building friendship, managing conflict constructively, and creating shared meaning to enhance relationship satisfaction.
  • Imago Relationship Therapy: Imago therapy explores childhood experiences and patterns of interaction to promote understanding and empathy between partners, facilitating healing and growth within the relationship.
  • Solution-focused therapy (SFT): This brief and goal-oriented approach focuses on identifying and building upon the strengths and resources within the relationship, encouraging couples to envision and work towards their preferred future together.

Schedule Couples Therapy or Marriage Counseling at Thriveworks Ashland

If you’re ready to see the difference that a mental health professional can make, call Thriveworks Ashland to get started. When you do, our support team will help you with the process: everything from setting up your insurance to booking your first session is made easy with their help. 

And with support available seven days a week, we’ve taken the hassle out of everything. Thriveworks opens the door to exclusive benefits, including: 

  • A fast response time from your provider’s office. Most of our clients have their first session within a week of calling in for the first time. 
  • Flexible appointment options, including those in the evenings and on the weekends. 
  • Being able to schedule your session online, or in person.
  • A wide range of accepted insurance options.

With a provider’s support, you and your partner will be able to see the path forward more clearly. Give us a call, or schedule online to begin today.

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 Ashland accept 25 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia Medicare Advantage

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | BCBS HMO

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | BCBS PPO

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | Exchange

  • CareFirst Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Virginia | BCBS HMO

  • CareFirst Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Virginia | BCBS PPO

  • Carelon

  • Carelon | Medicare Advantage

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

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Self-pay costs at Ashland
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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★★★★★
Thriveworks helped me realize that I do believe people can change. I’m not the person I was three months ago, broken and fearful. I’m healthy and happy and for the first time being kind to myself. Thank you for giving me my life back.
Anonymous Thriveworks Client
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Ashland is located in the same building as Ashland Internal Medicine, A16 Coding Training Institute, Primis, Edward Jones Financial Advisor, H&R Block, Commonwealth Clinic, and a USPS collection box. Nearby is a Food Lion grocery store, Best Dry Cleaners, Petco, Burkes Outlet, and Virginia ABC Store. A Truist bank is also nearby, as well as Fire & Chicken, El Azteca Ashland, and Starbucks restaurants. Across N Washington Highway is a Hardee’s and Wawa. South of the location is the intersection of N Washington Highway and England Street.

Phone number

(804) 531-3165

Languages spoken by VA providers

  • English
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