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2,815 people sought couples/marriage therapy help at Tampa in the last year

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?

Marriage Counseling and Couples Therapy in Tampa, FL

When it’s a struggle to move past disagreements or differences in your marriage, Thriveworks Counseling in Tampa, FL can help. Thriveworks Counseling in Tampa, FL has couples therapists as well as marriage counselors who specialize in working with couples, old and new. It may be hard to accept that you’ve reached a point where counseling is a consideration, but it can help ensure the future happiness of both you and your spouse. Remember: reaching out for help is a sign of strength, not weakness!

If you believe that you and your partner could benefit from working with a couples therapist or marriage counselor, reach out to Thriveworks Counseling in Tampa, FL today. You can call us or book your session right online. Either way, we are here for you.

When to Seek Our Couples Therapy

Every relationship experiences highs and lows as time goes by. Some moments will be just like the day you met, and you’ll remember exactly why you and your partner are a perfect match; other days may feel like you’re living two separate lives with nothing tying you together anymore.

Do you feel like you’re experiencing more lows than highs lately? It’s not unusual to feel as though bad times are sneaking up on you, and good days are less frequent than they once were, especially in a previously happy relationship. Whether you’ve become frustrated with certain things over time, or a specific issue needs to be addressed, Thriveworks marital counselors and couple therapists can offer the support and guidance you need to bring happiness back to the forefront of your relationship.

Working Through Common Marital Problems

Our therapists can offer sensitive and practical help with many common marriage issues such as:

  • Concerns over infidelity
  • Anger management, towards both spouse and children
  • Ineffective communication
  • Disagreements about how to raise your children
  • Finance and budget worries

Are you and your spouse dealing with more unique or unusual challenges in your marriage? Thriveworks Counseling in Tampa FL couples therapy and marriage counseling can still offer you the non-judgmental, sensitive and insightful support you need. Perhaps your spouse’s obsession over a hobby leaves you frustrated, or they have an unusual habit you’re struggling to cope with. It could even be that an addiction is driving you apart. Whatever you’re dealing with, the professionals in Tampa, FL can apply their expertise to help get to the heart of the problem.

Why Couples Therapy and Marriage Counseling?

If you’re still unsure that couples therapy can help with your relationship, here are a few specific benefits of investing in marriage counseling:

  • Professional counselors have the expertise to help you move ahead when you’re feeling stuck
  • When a couple knows what is wrong but not how to fix it, a professional counselor could help them forge a path towards resolution
  • Participating in counseling can help give your marriage a second chance
  • You and your spouse may develop better communication and problem solving skills
  • You can gain a far deeper understanding of your spouse and their motivations.

Schedule an Appointment at Thriveworks Counseling in Tampa, FL

If you and your partner are considering working with Thriveworks Counseling in Tampa, FL, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Our team of professionals has experience with a wide range of circumstances and is always ready to help. Not to mention, our providers have flexible schedules, which allow us to offer evening and weekend sessions. We can also help you in online counseling by video. Finally, we offer same-week appointments to new clients and accept most major insurances.

Regardless of the medium you choose, we are here to help you and your relationship. We look forward to your call.

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 Tampa therapists and counselors accept 23 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth EAP

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • First Health Network

  • Florida Blue | BCBS | Blue Cross Blue Shield

  • Florida Blue | Medicare Advantage

  • Humana Exchange

  • Humana HMO/POS

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Self-pay costs at Tampa
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

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★★★★★
Best therapy to offer from one of their therapist Breonna, she knows exactly how to fix things where it’s needed. Definitely would go back again
Read more Best therapy to offer from one of their therapist Breonna, she knows exactly how to fix things where it’s needed. Definitely would go back again
Chevoy Feb 2024
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★★★★★
Awesome encouragement helping me with confirmation of decisions.
Debra Dec 2023
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★★★★★
We adopted a little girl and she struggles with a lot of issues. Darlene identified her issues quickly and really gave our daughter some tools to help her communicate and process better. Darlene is a fantastic therapist/clinician, honest, realistic, and she genuinely cares about helping people.
Read more We adopted a little girl and she struggles with a lot of issues. Darlene identified her issues quickly and really gave our daughter some tools to help her communicate and process better. Darlene is a fantastic therapist/clinician, honest, realistic, and she genuinely cares about helping people.
Tampa Mar 2022
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★★★★★
Jill Burchenal is a caring and intelligent therapist who listens with both heart and mind. Because she is skilled and clearly empathetic, I highly recommend her to anyone seeking help. You won't regret taking making that call.
Read more Jill Burchenal is a caring and intelligent therapist who listens with both heart and mind. Because she is skilled and clearly empathetic, I highly recommend her to anyone seeking help. You won't regret taking making that call.
Tampa Sep 2020
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Tampa is located off of W Spruce St, just north of Interstate 275 and southeast of International Plaza and Bay Street. We currently share a building with FIVE Labs and Elevate, Inc., and are neighbored by Papi’s Cafe, LGC Hospitality, and Awake Activewear. The closest bus stop to us is Lois Av @ Spruce St.

Phone number

(813) 547-5120

Languages spoken by FL providers

  • Hindi
  • Urdu
  • English
  • Spanish
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