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.
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Couples Therapy and Marriage Counseling in Sioux Falls, SD
A couples therapist or marriage counselor would be able to help June and Chris have a productive conversation about their conflicts. And through that, they’d be able to identify the cause of their arguments. Couples therapists and marriage counselors help people like June and Chris every single day. No couple has it all figured out—not those who have been dating for a few months nor those who have been married for years. We all need help sometimes.
If you think that your relationship is in need of professional help, guidance, or support, consider reaching out to Thriveworks Counseling in Sioux Falls, SD. We have couples therapists, marriage counselors, and other relationship counselors on our team who would be happy to work with you and your partner. To get started, just call our office. We’re here to help.
What Problems Are Discussed in Relationship Counseling?
The real question is what problems aren’t discussed in relationship counseling? Thriveworks in Sioux Falls, SD recognizes that every relationship has unique differences. Therefore, couples bring specific challenges into couples therapy and marriage counseling that they hope to work through with the help of a professional.
That being said, there are specific challenges that many couples face. Maybe you can relate—do any of the following common relationship issues sound familiar?
- Parenting disagreements: Do you and your partner disagree about how to parent your children? Do you have different parenting styles?
- Lack of intimacy: Are you and your partner struggling to connect intimately, on a physical and emotional level?
- Jealousy or lack of trust: Is there a lack of trust or jealousy in your relationship? Do you worry that your partner is lying to you or feel jealous when they talk to other people (or vice versa)?
- Financial stress: Are you going through a financially taxing time? Is it adding additional stress onto your relationship?
- Mental illness: Is one of you suffering from a mental illness, such as addiction? Is this having negative effects on your relationship?
Schedule Couples or Marriage Counseling at Thriveworks in Sioux Falls, SD
Thriveworks Counseling in Sioux Falls, SD is now accepting new clients and we have relationship counselors on staff who can help you and your partner. Remember, they’ve helped many other couples, but they will design a plan of care around you and your partner’s specific needs.
You can look forward to having flexible scheduling options, online counseling opportunities, and more when you choose to work with a Thriveworks counselor. Call our office if you’re ready to schedule—we look forward to hearing from you soon.
