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109 licensed therapists & providers in Pennsylvania—3 in Philadelphia. Available as soon as today, in person and online

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Our providers work with individuals, couples, families, & teens for anxiety, depression, grief, & more

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We accept UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, BCBS Plans, Humana, Aetna, & many more. Self-pay options available, no membership fees

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94% of patients feel truly understood by their provider. 3 out of 4 see improvement in depression & anxiety symptoms within 3 months

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62,431 people sought couples/marriage therapy help in Pennsylvania in the last year

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Jacquelyn Farasat

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What is your go-to approach for couples/marriage counseling?

My go-to approach for helping people in couples/marriage counseling is the Gottman Method because the interventions are based on extensive research and have been shown to be highly effective. I also supplement with other research-based strategies and techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy and emotionally focused therapy when relevant.

What tools do you teach in couples/marriage counseling?

The Gottman Method is based on the Relationship House theory, which focuses on nine specific elements of a healthy relationship: getting to know one another's inner psychological worlds, building and expressing appreciation, noticing and responding when a partner is seeking attention and affection, cultivating a positive perspective, learning techniques for responding to conflict (such as communication and emotional regulation strategies), sharing and supporting life dreams and goals, and strengthening trust and commitment.

How do you know when a client is making meaningful progress in couples/marriage counseling?

I know a client is making meaningful progress in couples/marriage counseling because we collaborate together to create specific, measurable, meaningful goals and objectives and continually monitor progress on these objectives and goals together.

What can clients do in their personal time to supplement couples/marriage counseling?

Clients can supplement their time in couples/marriage counseling with the daily practice of relevant strategies introduced in counseling sessions.

What should someone do to prepare for starting couples/marriage counseling?

To prepare for your first counseling session, you can reflect on how you show and receive love, communication patterns that you have noticed in yourselves and your respective families, strengths and qualities you appreciate in yourself and in your partner, and several specific things that are holding you back from being your best selves as a couple and as individuals.

Couples/marriage therapy FAQs

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.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurance and we offer self-pay options too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Philadelphia accept 49 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Aetna Medicare Advantage

  • Ambetter Health | Commercial

  • AmeriHealth Administrators

  • AmeriHealth Medicare Advantage

  • AmeriHealth Pennsylvania

  • Capital BlueCross of Pennsylvania | BCBS

  • Capital BlueCross of Pennsylvania | BCBS Medicare Advantage

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

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Self-pay costs at Philadelphia
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

4.9 Learn about verified reviews
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Always a good session and great advice
Connor Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Sarah is great! She listens without judgement. I feel like i can be open and honest and know that she will have grace when I have a bad qeek. She has grace in the moments that I cant have it for myself
Miles Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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I appreciate how he helps you find the answers to the questions u hold the key to. He helps you unlock what your hiding or holding locked away. Im a tough cookie and he's slowly helping me break but in a self empowering way , I've been to therapy before and no one's help me understand me until now!
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Brooklyn Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Nicole has done an excellent job helping me overcome and manage my difficulties.
Lucy Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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I appreciate how my provider listens to me and offers suggestions and feedback about remedying issues in my life that cause me anxiety. I appreciate the time she gives me and also the handouts I receive with further suggestions and information I can use to improve my life.
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Hailey Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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We appreciate the techniques Dr. Shoemaker uses in our marriage counseling sessions. My husband and I are applying the conflict resolution skills we have learned in counseling. Honestly, the techniques can be used in many situations not just with your spouse.
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Latoya Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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My therapist is very kind. I didn’t feel like i was being judged at all!
Tiffany Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Jacquelyn is so Amazing she helps me through so much. I wouldn't change a thing
Isla Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Where to find us

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Address

22 S 40th St Suite 201B
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Philadelphia is located near S 40th St and Ludlow St, off Market St. It is just around the corner from the University Town Center and a short distance from the University of Pennsylvania.

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Phone number

(267) 440-7066
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Languages spoken by PA providers

  • English
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Hours

Sunday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Monday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Thursday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Friday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Saturday 8:00am - 9:30pm

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Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Monday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Thursday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Friday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm

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