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Premarital counseling in Columbus, OH

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As someone that has struggled and watched loved ones struggle with mental health, I understand the crucial importance of taking c...

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We all go through times in life when we struggle with our mental health- You are not alone and I am here to help you reach your me...

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Cecilia Siegel is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), who has dedicated her personal and professional commitments t...

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As an African American cis-gender female who used to be a silent sufferer, I understand the difficulty, fear, and stigma of trusti...

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I am a solution-focused, client-centered therapist with experience treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, and trauma...

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As a clinician that has worked with children, teens and adults, in the midst of extreme stress and crises, I have the experience t...

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As a woman of color, I am a culturally attuned counselor who values your unique experiences, providing support and empowerment tai...

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Therapy is weird, uncomfortable, unfamiliar, AND it is an investment in your emotions and your time. I get it, and I am here to he...

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Lauren A. Carsten is an independently licensed clinical mental health counselor (PCC) and earned her MA in Clinical Mental Health ...

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Debora Van Romer is a licensed professional clinical counselor. She has over 16 years of experience providing counseling services ...

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I am a present-focused, client centered therapist with experience treating anxiety, trauma, substance use disorders, anxiety, depr...

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The key to health and happiness is balance: mentally, emotionally, physically, spiritually; trauma makes it hard to know what bala...

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While I don't claim to have all the answers, I want to walk beside you on your journey, whether that journey is through the past, ...

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Life can take some unexpected turns and cause some hurt; it is good to talk with someone when feeling ready to heal and finding th...

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Starting Premarital counseling in Columbus

What is premarital counseling?

Premarital counseling is a type of therapy that helps couples prepare for and build a happy, successful marriage. Premarital therapists at Thriveworks in Columbus, OH can help couples develop essential communication skills, identify potential conflict areas, and learn how to manage their specific relationship issues.

How does premarital counseling work?

When you and your partner begin premarital counseling, your counselor will want to get to know you both as well as your relationship. In order to accomplish this, they will ask questions around the following:

  • Common interests and activities
  • Marital expectations
  • Budget and Finance
  • Children and parenting
  • Intimacy

If there is a particular area that they feel needs to be explored further (for example, you note that you and your partner have very different spending habits and views on money), they’ll guide the conversation in the given direction.

Is premarital counseling conducted in person or online?

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

How long does premarital counseling last?

Generally speaking, Thriveworks premarital counseling in Columbus typically lasts for 8-10 weeks. This, however, can vary depending on the counselor’s approach as well as the clients’ preferences and needs. For example, some couples might request additional sessions to work through problem areas that they’ve identified in their relationship pre-wedding.

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Premarital Counseling in Columbus, OH—Counseling and Therapy

Premarital Counseling at Thriveworks Columbus is a broad form of counseling that encompasses many situations. We want to be there for you as you ask questions, examine yourself and the relationship, and make those big decisions. Your wedding is already so intricately planned—it’s normal to want to prepare yourself for it as well!

What Is Premarital Counseling?

Premarital Counseling’s goal is to work through a problem, develop essential communication skills, identify potential future conflicts, and learn how to handle those situations.

It is not only for people who are struggling with their relationship, or for people who are sure in their decision to marry. Thriveworks Columbus Premarital Counseling is for people who are interested in or talking about marriage or furthering their relationship.

Research shows that couples who commit to premarital counseling are 30% more likely to have a happy, successful marriage. Almost half of marriages end in divorce, so 30% can be very helpful! There will, of course, be hardships along the way—that’s part of relationships. Premarital counseling can give you the tools you need to manage them healthily and swiftly.

How Does Premarital Counseling Work?

Thriveworks Columbus will always keep you and your relationship at the center of our sessions. There is no cut and dry formula to reach every couple, so we custom design each session so you can get the most out of it. Some common discussions include:

  • Common Interests and Activities
  • Role Expectations
  • Communication
  • Religion and/or Church
  • Marriage Expectations
  • Budget and Finance
  • Children and Parenting
  • Sexuality
  • The Need for Space
  • Feelings of non-commitment and identifying where they stem from
  • Current concerns you have about the relationship and how to overcome them
  • Should we go through with marriage?

Schedule Premarital Counseling at Thriveworks Columbus

The pre-marriage jitters and questions that might feel world-stopping right now can become much more manageable after talking to a professional. Your heart and soul are in this relationship. Columbus Thriveworks wants to make sure it lasts and fulfills you in all the ways it can!

So, if you’re ready to meet with a premarital counselor, schedule an appointment today. We offer evening and weekend sessions, provide same-week appointments, and accept most major insurances.

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 Columbus accept 26 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Ohio | BCBS Medicare Advantage (HMO | PPO)

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Ohio | BCBS

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

  • HealthSmart Accel

  • HealthSmart PPO

  • HealthSpring | Medicare Advantage

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Self-pay costs at Columbus
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

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Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

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I like the availability and ease of making appointments. Debora is always responsive to my emails and always kind. She has become a good friend and confidant in my life. I value her professional skills and insight and wouldn't be where I'm at today without her!
Read more I like the availability and ease of making appointments. Debora is always responsive to my emails and always kind. She has become a good friend and confidant in my life. I value her professional skills and insight and wouldn't be where I'm at today without her!
Amy Sep 2025
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Melissa listens and is affirming and kind. She also asks really good questions to help me process what is going on and get to the root of the issue. Her training in trauma has helped me understand my issues and how to process them, and her knowledge of ADHD, PTSD, and differential diagnoses has been invaluable in explaining my experiences and those of my family members.
Read more Melissa listens and is affirming and kind. She also asks really good questions to help me process what is going on and get to the root of the issue. Her training in trauma has helped me understand my issues and how to process them, and her knowledge of ADHD, PTSD, and differential diagnoses has been invaluable in explaining my experiences and those of my family members.
Marsha Sep 2025
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I am in two separate counseling sessions.. My individual counselor, Cecelia, is very attentive and reassuring. She always hypes up my wins and helps me reframe negativity. . My couples' counselor, Shantrice, is great at hearing both sides and finding a happy medium concerning our circumstances. We recently decided to separate and she has been very receptive to helping us navigate as future ex-spouses and co-parents.
Read more I am in two separate counseling sessions.. My individual counselor, Cecelia, is very attentive and reassuring. She always hypes up my wins and helps me reframe negativity. . My couples' counselor, Shantrice, is great at hearing both sides and finding a happy medium concerning our circumstances. We recently decided to separate and she has been very receptive to helping us navigate as future ex-spouses and co-parents.
Karen Sep 2025
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I have a lot life experience & she ask questions & I was able to get through a lot of my history.
Judith Sep 2025
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Cecilia has been amazing, very empathetic to my situation. Very understanding. She let's me get my complete thought out and then responds to it in a way that helps me see things with more clarity than before. I would recommend her and this service to anyone that I know.
Read more Cecilia has been amazing, very empathetic to my situation. Very understanding. She let's me get my complete thought out and then responds to it in a way that helps me see things with more clarity than before. I would recommend her and this service to anyone that I know.
Ben Sep 2025
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Melissa always listens and she is helping me to understand what I'm struggling with. She always offers me ways/resources to do the work I need to do.
Suzette Sep 2025
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Nan is amazing! Not only is she extremely knowledgeable, but she knows exactly what to say and how to help.
Jenean Sep 2025
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I'm new to this but so far so good
Rita Sep 2025
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Child Therapy Columbus is located off of Northwest Blvd, just east of the intersection of Northwest Blvd and N Star Rd. Our building is shared by Schultz CPA, neighbored by Star & Northwest Auto Care, and across the street from Buckeye State Bank. The closest bus stop is Northwest Blvd & Stanford Rd.

Phone number

(614) 739-8926

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