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1,598 people sought marriage counseling help at Chapel Hill in the last year

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Starting Marriage counseling in Chapel Hill

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 Chapel Hill, NC 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 Chapel Hill, NC work with their clients to create goals, decide on ideal timelines, and establish treatment plans.

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Marriage Counseling in Chapel Hill, NC—Therapy

The marriage counselors at Thriveworks Counseling in Chapel Hill have worked with many spouses who have strife in their marriage. Our professionals work hard to create a neutral, safe space where each spouse can grow and learn so that the marriage can flourish.

Call our office at (919) 642-1031 to schedule your session today.

How Might Marriage Therapy Help?

People often have a hard time seeing relational dynamics when they are in a relationship. They often need a third party to observe—someone who is skilled in recognizing how marriage can work and how they can go wrong—a marriage therapist. Once unhealthy dynamics are acknowledged, they can be replaced. For example, a marriage counselor may help spouses learn how to…

  • Use “I” Statements — In a healthy marriage, each spouse should feel the freedom to advocate for their own needs, feelings, and priorities. They can do so using “I” statements that avoid attacking their spouse. Spouses may say, “I like… I prefer… I need… I experienced… I need.”
  • Accept Personal Responsibility — Adults are responsible for their own feelings, attitudes, choices, and actions, and strong spouses own their own behaviors. Strong marriages are unions between two adults.
  • Prioritize Self-Care — When spouses know themselves well—their limitations, their triggers, and their needs—then they can often engage in conflict in a more productive way. Instead of stonewalling to avoid problems, they can take breaks as needed, but return to the issue as well.
  • Cultivate Appreciation — The antidote to shame is acceptance. When spouses see themselves for who they are instead of who they are not, they can build a marriage built upon appreciation.

Marriage Therapy Appointments at Thriveworks in Chapel Hill, NC

Every marriage has difficulties, and it is ok to ask for help. The marriage counselors at Thriveworks Counseling in Chapel Hill are ready to help. When you contact our office, know that we work with many insurance companies and may take your insurance.

Contact our office today at (919) 642-1031.

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 Chapel Hill accept 25 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS Medicare Advantage

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

  • Humana Medicare Advantage

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Self-pay costs at Chapel Hill
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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Dr. Brooks is always own time and always gives me the opportunity for questions. He has given very sound advice. He makes me feel comfortable during sessions.
Christopher Sep 2025
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I saw Bonnie Kell and she is very easy to talk with. She makes you feel relaxed during the session & has interesting suggestions to try from session to session. One thing though when I sign on if I sign in more than 5 minutes early it will sign me back out & I have to sign in again, that needs some improvement. I try to show up early or on time, I do not like to rush to get onto the appointment time.
Read more I saw Bonnie Kell and she is very easy to talk with. She makes you feel relaxed during the session & has interesting suggestions to try from session to session. One thing though when I sign on if I sign in more than 5 minutes early it will sign me back out & I have to sign in again, that needs some improvement. I try to show up early or on time, I do not like to rush to get onto the appointment time.
Pamela Sep 2025
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★★★★★
Alex is extremely professional and approachable, understanding, and non-judgemental. I feel like she hears me and actually understands what I'm trying to say. Alex is easy to contact outside of sessions, and I feel like my symptoms have been improving since we started working together.
Read more Alex is extremely professional and approachable, understanding, and non-judgemental. I feel like she hears me and actually understands what I'm trying to say. Alex is easy to contact outside of sessions, and I feel like my symptoms have been improving since we started working together.
Mariah Sep 2025
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★★★★★
I found Thriveworks a year or so ago in hopes to find therapy that I could attend virtually. It was a great experience getting to look through different provider profiles and find someone that would be the best fit. I find a ton value in my sessions and feel very supported by my provider.
Read more I found Thriveworks a year or so ago in hopes to find therapy that I could attend virtually. It was a great experience getting to look through different provider profiles and find someone that would be the best fit. I find a ton value in my sessions and feel very supported by my provider.
Trevor Sep 2025
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★★★★
I enjoy everything. Very helpful
Julie Sep 2025
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★★★★★
My growth over the past year and a half through the guidance of my provider has left me in a much healthier and happier place. I have learned to create boundaries and allow myself to not be perfect.
Melissa Jun 2025
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★★★★
I wish there were more in person options in my town. But I have really liked the therapists I've talked to over the years
Margaret Jun 2025
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★★★★★
Very helpful for directing how to cope and live with my symptoms. Very nice people!!
Wesley Jun 2025
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Chapel Hill is located near the corner of Franklin Street and Estes Drive. We currently share a building with Select Physical Therapy, Child Trends, and Grupo Gransolar, among other businesses. When you turn off of Franklin Street, to get to our office, you will pass Avance Care Chapel Hill.

Phone number

(919) 642-1031

Languages spoken by NC providers

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