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.
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.
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.
Relationship counseling can be beneficial for establishing the importance of vulnerability, and while talking to a counselor about your private life can seem invasive, it might actually be a way for both of you to feel more comfortable being vulnerable and open with each other. Though it’s possible that some of these defense mechanisms have been helpful for you both to get to where you are in life, sometimes our habits from the past have to change to meet the needs of the present. Signs that you and your partner might have issues that could be resolved through relationship counseling include:
- Arguments that escalate quickly and aren’t resolved
- Passive-aggressive behavior that inhibits communication
- Hurtful comments or actions that aren’t addressed
- Infidelity
- Feeling emotionally distant
- Lack of interest in physical intimacy, or anxiety about sex
- Lying or manipulation
If you’ve experienced any of these signs, it’s possible that both of you could benefit from seeing a relationship counselor at Thriveworks in Pearland, TX. Reach out today to get started.
How Can Relationship Counseling Help?
Deciding to seek counseling for your relationship or marriage can feel like a sign of defeat. As we’ve said before, it’s not. Being vulnerable with a relationship counselor can establish new ways for both of you to connect and having a third party with no stake in your relationship can help, too. Relationship counseling can assist partners to:
- Establish healthy boundaries for communication
- Rebuild trust after infidelity or dishonesty
- Rekindle sexual intimacy
- Regulate their anger or stress
- Highlight the importance and need for compromise in their relationship
Sometimes, only one partner is interested in seeking mental health services to assist them. Loved ones can be resistant to relationship counseling for a variety of reasons, one of them being that they’re worried about being blamed or judged by the relationship counselor. It’s essential to understand that the relationship counselors at Thriveworks aren’t trained to pick sides or pass judgment on their clients. Their mission is to put both of your mental health needs first and work with you to find the coping methods and strategies you need to enjoy a better relationship with your partner.
See a Marriage or Relationship Counselor in Pearland, TX
There’s no need to feel guilty or embarrassed about seeking mental health services; relationship and marriage counselors are licensed professionals who want what’s best for you and your partner.
To make things easier, our goal is to ensure that every individual who turns to Thriveworks for help experiences the best in mental health care services. We value your relationship just like you, and we’re committed to doing what we can to ensure that it succeeds. Our industry-leading benefits include:
Online Therapy: Enjoy the convenience of attending your sessions from home or another private place.
Same-week appointments: Oftentimes, our new clients can meet with their provider within the week of scheduling.
Scheduling assistance 7 days a week: Our scheduling specialists are available every day of the week, helping you find the right counselor to fit your needs and the schedule that fits both of your lives.
While no therapist can magically fix the issues that are at play in your relationship (or any relationship), our team of mental health professionals can provide their support. With our nationwide array of licensed therapists and counselors, finding the help you need has never been easier. If you’re ready to put your relationship first, choose Thriveworks in Pearland, TX to help show you the way.
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