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29,163 people sought marriage counseling help in New Jersey in the last year

Discover how starting therapy with a marriage counseling can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

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Kathryn Ashley

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

My go-to approach to couples therapy is integrative CBT because it integrates cognitive, somatic, and behavioral techniques aimed at identifying and challenging unhelpful thought patterns and beliefs that contribute to relationship distress.

What tools do you teach in couples/marriage counseling?

I teach the following tools in couples therapy:

  • Identifying distorted beliefs such as black-and-white thinking or catastrophizing
  • Taking time to stop and count before reacting to a thought or situation
  • Communicating in real-time, rather than holding back
  • Going on date nights to help reconnect on a deeper level

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

Progress is being made when the couple reports more effective communication.

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

Clients can practice the tools learned in therapy outside of sessions.

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

Clients can enter therapy with an open mind to constructive criticism.

Starting Marriage counseling

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 Red Bank, NJ 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 Red Bank, NJ work with their clients to create goals, decide on ideal timelines, and establish treatment plans.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our Red Bank therapists and counselors accept 29 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • AmeriHealth Administrators

  • AmeriHealth Medicare Advantage

  • AmeriHealth New Jersey

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth EAP

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • First Health Network

  • Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey | BCBS - HMO

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Self-pay costs at Red Bank
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

5.0 Thriveworks Red Bank reviews are collected through Thriveworks.com.
★★★★★
Zack Diamond Drake has some of the best ears around. If there is something dragging you down or simply holding you back, this individual will not only help you work through whatever it is, but help you to think through the process yourself. This, in my opinion, is the best kind of counseling there is. I would highly recommend his services.
Read more Zack Diamond Drake has some of the best ears around. If there is something dragging you down or simply holding you back, this individual will not only help you work through whatever it is, but help you to think through the process yourself. This, in my opinion, is the best kind of counseling there is. I would highly recommend his services.
Red Bank Apr 2022
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★★★★★
Christina Ward has been so helpful to get to the heart of my issues. Christina made me feel comfortable to discuss my hard to talk about problems and helping me work thru them. I especially like the homework. Thank you, Christina.
Read more Christina Ward has been so helpful to get to the heart of my issues. Christina made me feel comfortable to discuss my hard to talk about problems and helping me work thru them. I especially like the homework. Thank you, Christina.
Red Bank Feb 2022
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★★★★★
I had a positive experience during my counseling sessions with David. He was understanding and made very helpful suggestions. I would highly recommend David and Thriveworks to anyone interested in counseling.
Read more I had a positive experience during my counseling sessions with David. He was understanding and made very helpful suggestions. I would highly recommend David and Thriveworks to anyone interested in counseling.
Red Bank Jan 2021
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★★★★★
I have been seeing a therapist at Thriveworks for a little while now, and I am very pleased with the progress I am making as well as the insight I have gained. It truly has been affective for me. I highly recommend Thriveworks!
Read more I have been seeing a therapist at Thriveworks for a little while now, and I am very pleased with the progress I am making as well as the insight I have gained. It truly has been affective for me. I highly recommend Thriveworks!
Red Bank Jan 2021
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★★★★★
Everyone needs help especially during this difficult time. Thriveworks Counseling is a wonderful place that is committed to helping those who need it!
Read more Everyone needs help especially during this difficult time. Thriveworks Counseling is a wonderful place that is committed to helping those who need it!
Red Bank Jan 2021
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★★★★★
Great location, professional staff. Very inviting environment.
Red Bank Jan 2021
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★★★★★
I would highly recommend Thriveworks for counseling. The staff is friendly and informative. The offices are very comfortable and the practice seems to hold it’s staff to a high standard of professionalism!
Read more I would highly recommend Thriveworks for counseling. The staff is friendly and informative. The offices are very comfortable and the practice seems to hold it’s staff to a high standard of professionalism!
Red Bank Jan 2021
Review left on Thriveworks.com
★★★★★
If you're ready to make some changes in your life for the better, it's a great place to go! The people really care about helping improve the lives of others.
Read more If you're ready to make some changes in your life for the better, it's a great place to go! The people really care about helping improve the lives of others.
Red Bank Dec 2020
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Red Bank is off of Washington Street and Mechanic Street. We share an office building with FACE FORWARD Permanent Cosmetics, and DOT Compliance.

Phone number

(732) 785-4715

Languages spoken by NJ providers

  • Arabic
  • English
  • Spanish
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