Care without the wait

16 licensed therapists & providers in Tennessee—3 in Chattanooga. Available as soon as today, in person and online

Therapy for every life stage

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

#1 for in-network coverage †

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

Patients who get better

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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1,420 people sought couples therapy help at Chattanooga in the last year

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

Meet with a therapist as soon as this week

Memphis, TN

As someone with a broad experience of handling unique life changes including adjustments, trauma, loss and experiences with mental...

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Johnson City, TN

My own life experiences as well as my experience working in hospitals has helped me to have tremendous variety with many different...

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Johnson City, TN

As a licensed therapist, I believe that the best work is done in partnership with my clients, and together we can create and accom...

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Knoxville, TN

I believe everyone deserves to feel heard and respected. My counseling approach focuses on helping people achieve their goals, nav...

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Johnson City, TN

As one who has experienced personal trauma and loss, I have an authentic understanding of how we are impacted by painful life circ...

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We don’t have any providers with availability. Our schedules change daily. We’ll reach out as soon as a spot opens up.

Couples therapy FAQs

What is couples therapy?

Thriveworks Couples therapy helps couples work through their specific relationship issues. It 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 couples therapy include:

  • Jealousy
  • Trust issues
  • Infidelity
  • Opposing values
  • Different visions for the future
  • Disagreements in parenting
  • Lack of trust
  • Financial distress
  • Sex issues

How does couples therapy work?

Couples therapy 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 couples therapy 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 couples therapy conducted in person or online?

Couples therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and via Online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you and your partner.

How long does couples therapy last?

On average, couples attend couples therapy for 12 weeks. However, couples therapy may last longer or shorter, dependent on the couples’ needs, the challenges they’d like to work through, and the pace of their progress.

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Therapy for Couples in Chattanooga, TN—Support for Troubled Relationships

Trust can all too easily break down, but the thing about trust is that it can be repaired. It takes time. It takes consistent effort. It may also take the guidance of a professional therapist. Couples counseling can be a place where each partner grows individually and where the couple grows as well.

That is why Thriveworks Chattanooga offers couples therapy: Couples have ups and downs. Couples fights. Couples need help and guidance. Couples counseling has been just what many couples need for their strained relationship. Reach out to Thriveworks Chattanooga today for help.

Couples Counseling and Strained Relationships

There are often solutions to common relationship issues. Hitting a roadblock does not necessarily mean the relationship has to end. There are many ways to overcome roadblocks, and some of those common roadblocks include…

  • Differing Goals – Partners can value different priorities for their lives and for their relationship. When each person is pulling toward a different goal, the relationship can suffer. That conflict can be worked through, and partners can learn how to support one another in their differences while also coming to an agreement on what matters most.
  • Communication Difficulties – Sharing, openness, vulnerability, empathy, and listening—these are all skills that contribute to good communication. While not everyone knows how to do these well, anyone can learn. When each partner works on their own communication skills, often communication as a couple improves.
  • Difficulty with Intimacy – Intimacy is far more than a couple’s physical relationship, although that is an important part of their relationship’s health. When couples experience difficulty with their emotional, social, spiritual, or physical connection, they may be having difficulty with intimacy.
  • Disagreements about Family – This may be the stereotype of relational challenges, but even clichés have at least a little truth to them. How to interact with each other’s extended family can drive a wedge between partners. The disagreement could also extend to issues of marriage and children as well.
  • Distrust – Little things like missing an appointment or forgetting an important date can add up to big breaches in trust. Big breaches can also cause rifts in relationships—lying and cheating in particular. When trust has been eroded, partners cannot lean upon one another. Over time and with consistent behavior, trust can be restored when both partners are ready.

If you and your partner are struggling with anything on this list, you are not alone. Many other couples are struggling too, and many are finding help and guidance in therapy. Skilled therapists can often help couples overcome these obstacles.

What Might Couples Therapy Offer?

Roadblocks, obstacles, setbacks, and challenges are just different words for opportunity. Skilled therapists can often help couples turn difficulties into growth. When couples make needed changes, they are almost always glad they did so. Couples counseling may guide the process by…

  • Setting a reasonable expectation for change. Some roadblocks are more urgent than others. Some issues need action right away. Others can wait. Knowing the difference is important, and couples therapy may allow partners to prioritize the adjustments they need to make.
  • De-escalating the conflict. It is understandable and natural for conflict to escalate. One moment, a couple is disagreeing about a particular issue. The next moment, they may be yelling personal attacks at each other. When conflict escalates, the actual problem often becomes lost in the shuffle. Couples counseling may allow partners to keep the atmosphere neutral so that they can proactively solve problems.

Scheduling Appointments for Couples Therapy at Thriveworks Chattanooga

If your relationship is strained with your partner, it may be time to seek out help. Consider scheduling an appointment for couples therapy at Thriveworks Chattanooga. When you contact our office, know that your first appointment may be within the week. We offer evening and weekend sessions. We also work with many insurance companies and accept many forms of insurance.

Together, we can fight for a better relationship. Call Thriveworks Chattanooga today to schedule an appointment for couples counseling.

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 Chattanooga accept 30 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Medicare Advantage

  • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee | BCBS

  • Carelon

  • Cigna Metro National Public Schools (MNPS)

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

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Self-pay costs at Chattanooga
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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I’ve worked with Jackie for almost 5 years and I can’t thank her enough for all she’s helped me through.
Rochelle Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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My therapist has been fantastic so far and really seem to be doing great with what I am experiencing and teaching me valuable skill sets to handle my anxiety.
Matthew Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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My therapist had me face things that I otherwise would bury deep within myself instead of facing my issues that causes the problems that I’m faced with on a daily basis. She gives me a lot to think about and how I want to approach issues as they arrive instead of tucking them away. For that, I am grateful.
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Mason Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
She was very thorough and listened to everything I said. She gave me advice and we developed a plan.
Aubrey Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
I’ve been blessed that we hear each other and no need for further explanation, Danielle helps broaden my thoughts on life issues, and we can talk about where my faith is thru these times
Ruby Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
Lance has been a huge help in my process of continuing to grow and overcome anxiety.
Selena Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
I have been in and out of counseling for many years and have learned a lot, but Jackie is compassionately helping me to uncover things that I have been needing to look at.
Precious Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
Caitlin is the best!! She listens and presents questions for thoughts to think on . She is very understanding I have recommended her already to a few of my co workers
Ashlie Mar 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Where to find us

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Address

1307 East Main Street Suite 121
Chattanooga, TN 37404

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Therapy Chattanooga is located near East Main Street and Central Ave, off US-27. It is close to the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and near the Sculpture Fields at Montague Park.

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Phone number

(423) 403-3732
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Languages spoken by TN providers

  • English
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Hours

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
Sunday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Monday 8:00am - 9:30pm

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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
Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Monday 8:00am - 11:00pm

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