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As a compassionate and culturally conscious psychotherapist with over 8 years of experience, I specialize in addressing a wide ran...

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As a queer-identified woman, I understand the unique issue of identity exploration and life stressors....

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As a woman of color and a mom myself, I understand the issues our different communities are presented with on a daily basis with ...

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

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My favorite part of my job is being a soft landing space and a person on your team, rooting for your success every step of the way...

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I enjoy forming open and empathetic relationships with my clients and walking with them through their path to healing and actualiz...

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As a DBT-Trained clinician, I understand that sometimes individuals just need someone to walk the path of life with while figuring...

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Amanda Wayne is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker who has had the great fortune to work with clients of all ages, ethn...

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Starting Couples therapy in Boston

What is couples therapy?

Thriveworks Couples therapy 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 couples therapy include:

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

How does couples therapy work?

Couples therapy 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 couples therapy conducted in person or online?

Couples therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and via Online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you and your partner.

How long does couples therapy last?

On average, couples attend couples therapy for 12 weeks. However, couples therapy 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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Couples and Relationship Counseling in Boston, MA—Counselors and Therapists

Relationships are not easy. Anyone who has been in a relationship for any amount of time will probably agree. But sometimes, it’s harder than it should be. The fighting, the screaming, the slammed doors, the loneliness, the isolation; these things do not need to be part of your relationship. All couples go through difficult times, but when there is more sadness and anger than there is happiness and peace, something needs to change. You and your partner deserve to work on your relationship and explore the possibility of a better life.

Couples counselors and psychologists at Thriveworks Boston can help you and your partner determine what problems exist in your relationship. This is not always an easy first task. Each person sees every disagreement differently. Agreeing on the problems that need work will take time. If you reside in the greater Boston area, an experienced counselor can help you with this important undertaking. Call us today to schedule an appointment at (617) 671-1264.

Do We Need Couples Counseling?

There are many reasons why couples experience difficulties. These can be caused by a number of different situations and circumstances. Some of these may include:

  • Infidelity
  • Addictions
  • Loss of job
  • Death in the family
  • Trouble with children
  • Financial problems
  • Extended family dynamics
  • Theological or religious differences
  • Difficult or opposite work schedules
  • Anger issues
  • Personality differences
  • Psychological or medical problems

How Can Couples Counseling Help Us?

An educated and trained couples counselor will help you and your partner identify your most pressing issues, and then help develop a plan of action. There are many different techniques that a skilled therapist can employ to help you improve your relationship. Some of these methods may include:

  • Identifying problem areas
  • Improving communication techniques
  • Resolving past issues and hurts
  • Developing and practicing healthy communication patterns
  • Identifying underlying psychological problems
  • Treating mental health issues
  • Working on addiction problems
  • Creating mutual respect
  • Journaling and sharing thoughts and feelings
  • Creating opportunities for focused and intentional family time
  • Fostering intimacy

Usually, a blend of methods and techniques will be needed to help a couple work through long standing issues. Changing unhealthy patterns of behavior is not easy, but it is possible. A skilled therapist will not be shocked by whatever issues you and your spouse bring to the office. We are understanding and skilled professionals. At Thriveworks Boston, our licensed, experienced couples counselors have both the patience and the clinical tools to help you and your partner.

Schedule a Couples Counseling Appointment at Thriveworks Boston

Thriveworks counselors and psychologists are leaders in their field. We are very selective in choosing our therapists and find those with the best talent and experience. We pride ourselves on not operating with a waiting list for appointments. We have appointments available immediately, and many new clients can meet with a provider within the week of scheduling. We respect that you and your partner have not come to the decision to contact us lightly, and we want to be available to you when we are needed most. We are simply a phone call or message away.

We would be honored to walk with you on this journey of healing. Call Thriveworks Boston couples counselors at (617) 671-1264 and get your relationship back on track.

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 Boston accept 29 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 Boston
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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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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She has excellent listening skills and I welcomed her interaction
Francis Sep 2025
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I was very hesitant from the first day i signed up for therapy. But after meeting Katrina all that changed, since the first meeting i have looked forward to every meeting. She feels more like an old friend than a therapist, I am truly thankful that I took the initial step to get help. Katrina is kind, authentic and just an amazing human being. Thank you for all that you guys do for those in need of help!
Read more I was very hesitant from the first day i signed up for therapy. But after meeting Katrina all that changed, since the first meeting i have looked forward to every meeting. She feels more like an old friend than a therapist, I am truly thankful that I took the initial step to get help. Katrina is kind, authentic and just an amazing human being. Thank you for all that you guys do for those in need of help!
Heidi Sep 2025
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Helen Phoenix is a great therapist!
Kristina Sep 2025
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Helen Phoenix is easy to talk to, asks great questions (they probe in a friendly way and never pry in a way that is off-putting), and always upbeat and friendly in a way that helps me be more upbeat and friendly.
Peter Sep 2025
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Amanda is a phenomenal therapist. I have been extremely happy working with her. She's thoughtful, listens well and gives constructive feedback for positive growth
Katherine Sep 2025
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Amanda is just an amazing human! I'm thankful to have her guidance in my journey to healing.
Angela Sep 2025
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I found Cheri to be really approachable, a great listener. She put me at ease. I appreciated when she told me a little about herself and I appreciated walking away with some 'homework'
Eileen Sep 2025
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Boston is located at the corner of Emerson Place and Blossom Street, inside the Emerson Place Apartments building. We are located on the opposite side of Route 3 from the Charles River and Lederman Park. Across the street, on the opposite side of Blossom Street, you will find the Mass General Hospital complex.

Phone number

(617) 397-3951

Languages spoken by MA providers

  • Urdu
  • English
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