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.
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.
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.
Couples Therapy and Marriage Counseling at Thriveworks in Joliet, IL
Couples therapy can help you and your partner build a stronger, more fulfilling relationship. At Thriveworks in Joliet, IL, our licensed therapists specialize in helping couples navigate the complexities of their relationships with compassion and expertise.
Call us at (779) 243-5677 today.
How Couples Therapy Can Help You
Couples therapy is essential for addressing relationship issues, whether they stem from external crises or internal struggles. It provides a safe space to explore feelings, improve communication, and develop healthy relationship habits. Common challenges addressed in therapy include:
- Feeling ignored or undervalued
- Difficulty expressing needs
- Mistreatment or infidelity
- Lack of quality time
- Inability to be one’s true self
Our Approach to Couples Counseling
At Thriveworks in Joliet, IL, our couples counselors tailor their approach to meet your unique needs. Our team includes licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFTs), psychologists, counselors, and social workers. They use a variety of therapeutic methods, including:
- Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
- Solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT)
- Emotionally focused therapy
- The Gottman method
- Collaborative couples therapies
These approaches help couples achieve their goals, whether it’s rebuilding trust, enhancing intimacy, or managing conflicts.
What to Expect in Couples Therapy
Couples therapy at Thriveworks in Joliet is designed to meet you and your partner where you are. Therapy sessions may cover topics such as:
- Financial concerns
- Sexual expectations
- Attachment styles
- Traumatic backgrounds
- Parenting philosophies
- Financial goals
- Mental health conditions
- Individual values and beliefs
Our therapists provide insights, mediate conflicts, and offer practical strategies to improve your relationship. The goal is to help you and your partner find common ground, rebuild trust, and develop a deeper connection.
Benefits of Couples Counseling at Thriveworks
Couples who participate in therapy often experience improved relationship satisfaction and gain valuable skills such as:
- Setting healthy boundaries
- Managing anger
- Regulating emotions
- Developing positive coping skills
- Building rapport and intimacy
- De-escalating conflicts
- Addressing issues related to addiction, infertility, parenting, trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, and loss
Start Your Journey to a Healthier Relationship
At Thriveworks in Joliet, IL, we provide individualized treatment to help you and your partner reconnect and strengthen your relationship. Our licensed couples counselors and therapists are ready to support you on your journey.
Contact us at (779) 243-5677 to start your journey towards a healthier and happier relationship. We look forward to helping you.
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