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1,979 people sought marriage counseling help at Chicago in the last year

Discover how starting therapy with a marriage counseling can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

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Starting Marriage counseling

What is marriage counseling?

Marriage counseling, also known as couples therapy and relationship counseling, helps couples work through their specific relationship issues. Thriveworks marriage counseling in Chicago, IL is led by licensed professionals — often licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFTs) — who are experts in their field and best-equipped to help couples. Some examples of common focuses within Marriage counseling include:

  • Jealousy
  • Trust issues
  • Infidelity
  • Opposing values
  • Different visions for the future
  • Disagreements in parenting
  • Lack of trust
  • Financial distress
  • Sex issues

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by helping couples identify and better navigate their unique challenges. Following an initial assessment of the couple in terms of strengths and needs, the therapist would then discuss their therapeutic goals and any possible approaches or ways of working together as therapist and couple.
Couples attend sessions together, whether they meet in person or by video. In addition to regular marriage counseling sessions, each partner may also be asked to attend a few individual sessions to supplement their progress. This will allow their counselor to get to know each individual better, assess each of their personal needs, and develop the very best treatment plan moving forward.

Is marriage counseling conducted in person or online?

Marriage 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 marriage counseling last?

On average, couples attend marriage counseling for 12 weeks. However, 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. Marriage counselors and therapists at Thriveworks in Chicago, IL work with their clients to create goals, decide on ideal timelines, and establish treatment plans.

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Marriage Therapy—Counselors and Therapists in Chicago, IL

Many married couples seek out help during those harder times and work with a marriage and family therapist to help them learn how to relate in healthier ways. If you’re looking to prioritize your relationship in new ways, the marriage counselors at Thriveworks in Chicago, IL can help. Reach out today to start turning your relationship challenges into opportunities for growth.

When Should We Go to Marriage Counseling?

This is a common question that spouses ask, and in many ways, there is no right answer. Many spouses go to couples counseling when they have run out of other options for helping their relationship. Some people go to marriage therapy when troubles first arise. Others decide to schedule a therapy session when they are facing particularly difficult circumstances, like a death in the family, a move to a new city, or financial difficulties.

This list is by no means exhaustive, but here are a few reasons why couples people to pursue relationship counseling.

  • You dislike your spouse. Whatever the circumstances may be, if negative feelings about your spouse are present, a marriage therapist can help you work through them.
  • You do not feel anything about your spouse. Sometimes, spouses are furious and negative emotions are raging. At other times, spouses are ice cold toward each other. When spouses are willing to identify the root causes of this stonewalling, they may be able to change the way they relate to each other and rekindle the passion.
  • It feels like each spouse is living a completely separate life. Living separate lives is not the same as living busy lives or having unique interests. Marriage counselors can work with couples, helping them re-prioritize the relationship and finding new ways to connect.
  • Ongoing relationship problems are making life harder. When ongoing issues escalate to make life more difficult for one or both spouses, it may be time to reach out for help. In particular, when spouses begin attacking each other instead of the problem, this is a sign they may need help to resolve the issue.
  • You think it might help. Mental health care depends greatly upon how much clients are willing to put into it. If you are open to change and are ready to try a new strategy, it may be time to see a marriage therapist.

Scheduling Marriage Counseling at Thriveworks in Chicago, IL

If you or your spouse thinks it is time to reach out for help, consider reaching out to schedule a marriage therapy appointment at Thriveworks in Chicago, IL. We have friendly scheduling specialists ready to answer your call and help you make an appointment that fits your schedule.

New clients often can have their first appointment within the week of their first call. When it is time to start, why wait weeks to meet with a therapist? We know that life is busy so we offer weekend and evening sessions and even remote therapy opportunities. We also accept many forms of insurance.

At Thriveworks, we believe your energy should go toward improving your marriage, not scheduling therapy. Let’s work together. Call Thriveworks in Chicago, IL today to get started.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our Chicago therapists and counselors accept 15 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth EAP

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • First Health Network

  • Humana Exchange

  • Humana HMO/POS

  • Humana PPO | EPO | HDHP

  • JP Farley Corporation

  • Multi Plan PHCS

  • Quest Behavioral Health

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Self-pay costs at Chicago
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

5.0 Learn about verified reviews
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Therapist was able to help me become a better person and defeat the many shells I had to break
Leonardo Feb 2024
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★★★★★
I have worked with Gary Zurawski, professionally, for many years. His thoughtfulness, skill and compassion comes through in his relationships with patients in a professional manner. He connects with them in a way that allows for a productive interactive experience.
Read more I have worked with Gary Zurawski, professionally, for many years. His thoughtfulness, skill and compassion comes through in his relationships with patients in a professional manner. He connects with them in a way that allows for a productive interactive experience.
Chicago Jun 2022
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Chicago is located at 333 Michigan Ave Suite 1810, Chicago, IL 60601, right next to Fannie May and Blackhawk’s Store. We’re also close to the intersection of E. Lower Wacker and N. Michigan Avenue.

Phone number

(224) 529-3470

Languages spoken by IL providers

  • English
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