FAQ
Couples therapy is a type of psychotherapy in which a licensed therapist helps those in romantic relationships learn more about their partnership, resolve relationship problems, and build a stronger foundation.
Whether joining an in-person or virtual therapy session, the first few sessions will involve standard interview questions on the history of a couple’s relationship, individual priorities, and relationship goals. In time, a couples therapist will help build a safe space for couples to identify their issues, establish treatment goals, and gain the necessary communication skills to problem solve with their partners.
Meeting with your therapist for shared relationship or marriage concerns as a couple is the best way to begin treatment together. If individual therapy is recommended, your therapist will guide you through options for individual counseling sessions.
Many people think that couples counseling is only for those on the verge of divorce or breaking up. However, all couples, regardless of the status of their relationship, can benefit from meeting with a licensed therapist.
Even still, some common relationship issues that typically prompt counseling may include:
- Couples continuing to struggle with the same disagreements without being able to come up with a solution.
- Couples dealing with a recent tragedy, substance abuse, infidelity, or mental health concerns.
- Couples looking to rebuild their sexual or romantic chemistry.
Yes, online therapy has proven just as effective as in-person couples therapy that makes way to a healthy relationship.
The cost of virtual couples therapy varies, but online relationship counseling is the most cost-effective. Be sure to check with your insurance provider for coverage options.
With online couples therapy, couples can meet with a licensed therapist for a virtual couples therapy session to resolve relationship challenges and generally address the health of their relationship through live video sessions or in writing via Talkspace’s secure platform.
Online couples therapy offers more flexible and accessible options for when to meet and the preferred mode of treatment. It’s important that both you and your partner feel comfortable with the couples therapist and treatment method to get the most out of each counseling session.
Online marriage counseling is a specific approach to couples counseling designed for married couples. Through marriage therapy, couples meet with a marriage counselor – usually a licensed marriage and family therapist – to discuss their relationship issues, priorities, and goals. With ongoing virtual therapy sessions, a therapist can help couples looking to invest in their partnership and rediscover their spouse. Marriage counseling can help build (or repair) a healthy relationship foundation through effective communication skills, boundary setting, and more.