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

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Starting Premarital counseling

What is premarital counseling?

Premarital counseling is a type of therapy that helps couples prepare for and build a happy, successful marriage. Premarital therapists at Thriveworks in Virginia Beach, VA can help couples develop essential communication skills, identify potential conflict areas, and learn how to manage their specific relationship issues.

How does premarital counseling work?

When you and your partner begin premarital counseling, your counselor will want to get to know you both as well as your relationship. In order to accomplish this, they will ask questions around the following:

  • Common interests and activities
  • Marital expectations
  • Budget and Finance
  • Children and parenting
  • Intimacy

If there is a particular area that they feel needs to be explored further (for example, you note that you and your partner have very different spending habits and views on money), they’ll guide the conversation in the given direction.

Is premarital counseling conducted in person or online?

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

How long does premarital counseling last?

Generally speaking, Thriveworks premarital counseling in Virginia Beach typically lasts for 8-10 weeks. This, however, can vary depending on the counselor’s approach as well as the clients’ preferences and needs. For example, some couples might request additional sessions to work through problem areas that they’ve identified in their relationship pre-wedding.

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Premarital Counselors in Virginia Beach, VA (Great Neck)—Premarital Counseling, Therapy

If you and your partner are interested in premarital counseling, after becoming recently engaged or talking about the possibility of marriage, reach out to Thriveworks Virginia Beach, VA (Great Neck). We have premarital counselors who know how to help couples work through their current problems and best prepare their relationship for this next-level commitment. Call us today at (757) 347-3155 to schedule a premarital counseling session and set your relationship up for marriage success.

Should We Work with a Premarital Counselor?

Are you contemplating the decision to seek premarital counseling? In our experience, even the happiest and strongest couples can benefit from working with a premarital counselor. For example, it can benefit couples who are struggling with commitment issues; it can help couples who can’t seem to resolve a constant problem in their relationship; and it can benefit couples who want to build the strongest foundation for their future marriage, equipped with tools for resolving future issues. In summary, a premarital counselor aims to help their clients improve their current relationship and best prepare it for marriage.

Studies show that premarital counseling truly helps couples resolve their nerves pre-wedding as well as reduces rates of divorce. Remember: Your relationship doesn’t have to be in a state of suffering to benefit from premarital counseling. That being said, a premarital counselor at Thriveworks Virginia Beach, VA (Great Neck) can help you work through current problems, like:

  • Intimacy or sex issues
  • Money problems
  • Role expectations
  • Marriage jitters
  • Visions for the future
  • Communication techniques

If you and your partner are celebrating your engagement or even considering the possibility of marriage, think about working with a premarital counselor. Here at Thriveworks Virginia Beach, VA (Great Neck), we have premarital counselors who possess the skills, training, and experience to help you move forward in the right direction.

Work with a Premarital Counselor at Thriveworks Virginia Beach, VA (Great Neck)

Here at Thriveworks, we strive to help people live happy and successful lives. And we understand that for many, this means finding and creating a happy, fulfilling relationship. Our premarital counselors can help you strengthen your relationship and prepare yourselves for marriage. Just give us a call at (757) 347-3155 to set up your first session.

A scheduling specialist will greet you and help you set up an appointment at your earliest convenience–most often, new clients can meet with a provider within the week. To best accommodate our clients, many of our providers offer flexible hours, which enable them to have appointments in the evenings and on the weekends. Why? Because we know that coming in for a daytime appointment is difficult for working individuals, especially when there are two people and two schedules to account for! Additionally, we work with most major insurance companies.

The premarital counselors at Thriveworks Virginia Beach, VA (Great Neck) are excited to have the chance to work with you. When you’re ready to schedule your first appointment, just give us a call. We’ll be ready!

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 Virginia Beach therapists and counselors accept 24 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia Medicare Advantage

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | BCBS HMO

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | BCBS PPO

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | Exchange

  • CareFirst Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Virginia | BCBS HMO

  • CareFirst Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Virginia | BCBS PPO

  • Carelon

  • Carelon | Medicare Advantage

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

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Self-pay costs at Virginia Beach
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

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$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

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Scheduling appointments is a very straightforward process, and my provider is engaging and accommodating. I feel I am participating in a proactive experience, learning and understanding myself and discovering tools to help maintain my wellbeing.
Read more Scheduling appointments is a very straightforward process, and my provider is engaging and accommodating. I feel I am participating in a proactive experience, learning and understanding myself and discovering tools to help maintain my wellbeing.
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Dr. Kolby is a great listener and makes good recomendations and stays on track with our conversation.
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I appreciate the kindness and help I receive from Lily and the help I received from the administration staff that helped me find a therapist to see.
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My personal sessions have been an invaluable outlet to talk through my feelings and navigate how to manage them. I've learned application tools to have healthier relationships both at home and at work.
Kelle Mar 2025
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Thriveworks was perfect in matching me with Chad. I am so grateful for his support and guidance in helping me navigate through one of the most difficult and challenging times of my life. I am learning to use and apply strategies I've learned and life feels better!
Read more Thriveworks was perfect in matching me with Chad. I am so grateful for his support and guidance in helping me navigate through one of the most difficult and challenging times of my life. I am learning to use and apply strategies I've learned and life feels better!
Millicent Mar 2025
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Marie is very personable and relatable. She has a natural ability in her field
Carol Mar 2025
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I really love my therapist! I feel like it's hard to find someone who you can connect with and speak to honestly. My therapist makes me feel seen and appreciated.
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Virginia Beach is located at the intersection of Old Great Neck Rd and Kenstock Dr. We currently share the building with Chesapeake Bay Realty and across the street you will find Dominion Insurance Group and the Animal Vision Center of Virginia.

Phone number

(757) 520-1312

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