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.
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Marriage Counseling in Brookline, MA—Therapists and Counselors
Relationship issues, while highly stressful, aren’t uncommon amongst married couples. Counseling can be vital in resolving your issues, so we suggest seeking the help of a Thriveworks in Brookline, MA marriage counselor or couples therapist as soon as possible.
Common Relationship Issues Discussed in Couples Therapy, Marriage Counseling
Do you feel like you’re the only couple experiencing your particular issue, or that you must be the only husband or wife who feels the way you do? It’s not unusual to think like this, and you may be surprised at the recurring themes that often trouble many couples.
Have you found yourselves disagreeing over any of the following matters?
- Fighting about how to spend or save money
- Disagreeing about how to raise kids
- Not communicating effectively with one another
- Struggling with intimacy issues
- Worrying about a partner who works too much.
A Thriveworks in Brookline, MA couples counselor can help address your concerns in a safe, positive and non-judgmental way.
Connect with Thriveworks in Brookline, MA Marriage Counselors
Connect with us at Thriveworks Counseling in Brookline, MA couples counseling and marriage therapy. Give us a call at (617) 958-5912 to get started today.
