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122,097 people sought couples/marriage therapy help in Virginia in the last year

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Starting Couples/marriage therapy in Williamsburg

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.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 360+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Williamsburg accept 30 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • 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

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Self-pay costs at Williamsburg
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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Adriana Sep 2025
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I enjoy my sessions! Alix is wonderful and she has helped me a lot!
Deborah Sep 2025
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Alix and I have been working together for a looong time. She's changed my views on therapy to a positive one. I came to her with very little expectation of a good experience, having had bad experiences with therapist previously, but she took that and turned it around. She's helped me grow so much. I would recommend her with my eyes closed!!
Read more Alix and I have been working together for a looong time. She's changed my views on therapy to a positive one. I came to her with very little expectation of a good experience, having had bad experiences with therapist previously, but she took that and turned it around. She's helped me grow so much. I would recommend her with my eyes closed!!
Maria Sep 2025
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More frequent email & text notifications
James Sep 2025
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I think it's all about a good fit. I enjoy speaking to Dr. Young.
Jennifer Jun 2025
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Dr. Chanel Young has been an Awesome Doctor that has given me a new beginning own how to better my life. There are so many resources that she has opened my mind to, and I have looked forward to Monday evening. Sincerely Randy
Randolph Jun 2025
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It's been so hard to find a provider that I've wanted to stick with. Lauren Darling has been an amazing therapist and I've actually uncovered an entire traumatic event that I'd never processed with any other provider. I've been in and out of counseling since I was 12 and this is the longest I've ever stuck with it. Lauren is truly an asset to your organization and I appreciate all the work she's done with me.
Read more It's been so hard to find a provider that I've wanted to stick with. Lauren Darling has been an amazing therapist and I've actually uncovered an entire traumatic event that I'd never processed with any other provider. I've been in and out of counseling since I was 12 and this is the longest I've ever stuck with it. Lauren is truly an asset to your organization and I appreciate all the work she's done with me.
Rebecca Jun 2025
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Dr. Alix, is genuinely one of the best therapists I've ever had. She puts forth the effort to be present and meet me where I'm at to help me work through my struggles.
Katherine Jun 2025
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Williamsburg is located on Discovery Park Blvd. Our building is cushioned between New Town Counseling Center and Brookside Home Health Care.

Phone number

(757) 530-5150

Languages spoken by VA providers

  • English
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