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

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Starting Couples/marriage therapy

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?

Even if you believe that you were brought together by the forces of destiny, remaining in a committed relationship takes hard work. Keeping that spark alive requires dedication, no matter how much you love your partner. Like many things in life, sometimes you simply need the advice of a professional with an objective perspective to keep things moving in the right direction.

If you’re looking for a couples therapist to help you navigate a rocky period in your relationship or get through a tough time, Thriveworks Counseling in Salt Lake City, UT is standing by. Reach out today to get started.

Reasons To Start Relationship Counseling

There are many reasons couples seek out the help of a couples counselor. Here are a few common examples:

  • Infidelity
  • Communication issues
  • Trust issues
  • Parenting disagreements
  • Premarital arguments
  • Marriage and family therapy
  • Feelings of jealousy
  • Navigating a breakup
  • Intimacy or sex life issues
  • Dealing with non-traditional relationships

Relationship therapy isn’t just something to seek out when one of you is ready to call it quits or you’ve discovered your partner has been unfaithful. While couples counselors do help with these kinds of issues, they help with far milder intimacy and communication issues as well. The fact is, relationships come with their challenges, no matter how much you two love each other.

How to Work Through Relationship Issues

During a therapy appointment, your couples therapist will provide a safe space for you both to express your concerns, share your feelings, and work toward solutions. You may bring up disagreements that have long plagued your relationship or you may bring up something for the first time. Either situation can be uncomfortable at first but under the guidance of a licensed marriage and family therapist, this can quickly turn into a productive process.

Working with an experienced relationship therapist can be invaluable, not only to get through a crisis, but also to build skills to benefit your relationship for years to come. You’ll learn how to communicate more effectively, validate your partner, and set healthier boundaries. You’ll learn how to work past issues together in a way that feels collaborative and supportive. Over time, you may come to realize that seeking out couples therapy was the first step toward a happier and healthier relationship together.

Whether you’re unsatisfied with your relationship and know things could be better, or you just want some support getting through a tough time, couples counselors are available at Thriveworks Counseling in Salt Lake City, UT.

Schedule Couples Therapy or Marriage Counseling at Thriveworks in Salt Lake City, UT

At Thriveworks, we know how difficult it can be to make time for your mental health in today’s world. With two calendars to juggle, this can be even more difficult. That’s why we offer virtual therapy by video so you can get help without worrying about a commute. Evening and weekend sessions also make it easier to find a time that makes sense for both of you. Plus, we offer same-week appointments to new clients and accept most major insurances.

If you’ve been hoping for a stronger and healthier relationship and don’t know where to start, we’re here to help you take the first step at Thriveworks Counseling in Salt Lake City, UT. Give us a call to make your first appointment today.

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 Utah therapists and counselors accept 1 insurance plans

  • See my self-pay options

Self-pay costs at Salt Lake City
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 Salt Lake City reviews are collected through Thriveworks.com.
★★★★★
Thriveworks in Salt Lake City is my recommendation for mental health services across Utah!
Salt Lake City Apr 2021
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks in Salt Lake City, UT is located at the intersection of South 700 East and 5th Street. We currently share the building with Interiors West and Tuccis Cucina Italiana, among other businesses. Located across the street, on the opposite side of South 700 East, is Whole Foods Market.

Phone number

(385) 334-4840

Languages spoken by UT providers

  • English
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