HOW DO THEY WORK.
treatment plans are informed and guided by your life journey and background. Our experienced and empathetic providers work with you to create an individualized and holistic roadmap that will optimize your mental wellness trajectory. Along with treating the presenting symptoms, we develop long-term solutions with lasting, sustainable results by getting to the “root cause” of what’s actually leading to your emotional pain and suffering.
PIVOT
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Goal
Couples Therapy
Being a couple can be hard.
Getting help doesn’t have to be.
How Does Couples Therapy Help?
Improves Communication
Helps partners develop better ways to communicate, listen, and understand each other's perspectives.
Resolves Conflicts
Teaches strategies to manage and resolve conflicts in a healthy manner.
Strengthens Bonds
Enhances emotional intimacy and connection between couples.
Identifyies Patterns
Recognizes and alters unhealthy patterns of interaction.
Builds Trust
Rebuilds trust and addresses issues related to betrayal or infidelity.
What are the Methods Used in Couples Therapy?
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Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT): Focuses on improving emotional bonds and attachment.
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Helps partners identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors.
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Gottman Method: Based on research by Drs. John and Julie Gottman, this method focuses on building relationship skills.
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Imago Relationship Therapy: Helps partners understand each other's childhood wounds and how they impact the relationship.
For more information, read our blogs and articles on couples therapy, or visit our wellness tracks to learn about our approach to treatment.
What are the Types of Couples Therapy?
Relationship Counseling
Couples can benefit from learning more effective communication skills and how to resolve conflicts in a productive manner. All couples can benefit from this type of counseling including heterosexual and same-sex couples.
Premarital Counseling
Enables couples to discuss perspectives on major life decisions in advance of marriage such as approach to finances, extended family dynamics, whether to have children, religion, etc.
Marital Counseling
Provides support and guidance to married couples facing challenges and helps them to resolve conflicts around issues could include money, sex, infidelity, children, long-term life goals, etc.
Who Can Benefit
Couples facing significant stressors or life changes before or during marriage.
Partners experiencing chronic relationship dissatisfaction.
Those looking to prevent future issues and improve relationship satisfaction.
Understanding Costs
Average Cost per Session:
In the United States, the average cost ranges from $100 to $200 per 50-minute session. However, in major cities or with highly experienced therapists, the cost can be higher, sometimes ranging from $200 to $300 or more per session.
Insurance Coverage:
Now before you get scared off by the expense, some health insurance plans cover couples therapy. However, it is important to check with your provider first and also make sure the therapist that you choose is in network. You can use an HSA to cover some mental health expenses, including therapy to treat a diagnosed mental condition. However, therapy that isn't specifically designed for medical or mental health needs often won't qualify for HSA coverage.
Online Therapy:
Online therapy platforms such as Open Mind Health often offer more affordable options, and you have more control on scheduling. You have the benefit of being able to choose a time with a therapist that is convenient for you and your partner, and you can do the counseling from home which often is more comfortable and less stressful.