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.
Need more help deciding?
If you and your partner are having trouble seeing eye to eye or your relationship has room for improvement, consider meeting with a couples therapist or counselor at Thriveworks Counseling in Longmont, CO. A licensed marriage and family therapist can help you work through your toughest issues and prepare you to face the challenges that lie ahead.
Call our office today to set up your first session at (720) 902-9087
Should We Consider Couples Counseling?
There are many reasons you might consider couples counseling or marriage and family therapy. A couples therapist or counselor can help you fix what is broken in your relationship, guide you through significant adjustments, and strengthen your connection to prepare for your future together.
Some of the reasons you may consider couples counseling include the following:
- Conflict resolution
- Stress from sources outside of the relationship
- Infidelity or dishonesty
- A breakdown in communication or trouble expressing feelings
- Major life changes
- Premarital counseling
- Behavioral issues in children
- Financial issues or disagreements
- Parenting difficulties
- Differences in political or religious beliefs
- Mental health issues
- Substance abuse or addiction
How Can Our Relationship Benefit From Couples Counseling?
Couples therapy or counseling is about more than just resolving conflict; it provides tools for communicating and helping you both get what you want and need out of your relationship. The vast majority of couples who pursue counseling find it improves their relationships, sometimes right away.
One of the most prominent takeaways couples gain from sessions is enhanced communication. A relationship cannot thrive without clear communication, whether it’s voicing your honest opinion on pizza toppings or being upfront about how you’d prefer to raise your kids. Your couples therapist or marriage counselor will show you how to express your thoughts and emotions so you’re more likely to stay on the same page long term.
Couples Therapy Appointments Available at Thriveworks in Longmont, CO
Relationship counseling can improve the state of your relationship from almost any starting point. You and your partner deserve happiness, and Thriveworks in Longmont, CO can help you achieve it together.
Schedule your first appointment with a couples therapist today so your relationship can thrive for years to come—call us at (720) 902-9087.
