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Top 10 marriage counselors in Washington, DC

Clients agree: these pros are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Vienna Family Therapy Center

Vienna Family Therapy Center

4.7(3)
Offers online services
12 hires on Thervo
Serves Vienna, VA
Jannelle M. says, "I love Dr Keetons flexibility and the virtual style sessions are very convenient. Pricing for the therapy is also very reasonable. " Read more
Feeling And Healing

Feeling And Healing

5.0(3)
Offers online services
2 hires on Thervo
Serves Washington, DC
Phil S. says, "I met Phil a few years ago at a meditation circle. He recently helped me with stress with my business and also coaching me properly and now my business is back on track. " Read more
Anew Hope, LLC

Anew Hope, LLC

New on Thervo
Offers online services
2 hires on Thervo
Serves Lake Ridge, VA
Counseling where you need it most, when you need it. Anew Hope LLC provides quality online mental health counseling with a licensed provider specially trained to provide therapy online for anxiety, depression and everyday life challenges.
Dr. Theresa Adams PhD

Dr. Theresa Adams PhD

New on Thervo
Offers online services
Serves Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, DC
I provide deep therapy that peels back the layers at the clients rate in order to penetrate to the root of the cause. One has to stop masking and learn to heal by the realization of the issues, learn to forgive self and those involved in the matter. It can be a long road to success pending the scarring but optimism is key and a positive support system.
D Acs

D Acs

5.0(2)
Offers online services
1 hire on Thervo
Serves Calverton, MD
Mary D. says, "Thanks always a great work " Read more
Adult, Adolescent And Child Counseling Associates

Adult, Adolescent And Child Counseling Associates

5.0(2)
Offers online services
1 hire on Thervo
Serves Bethesda, MD
Yuan L. says, "Pat is really really good, excellent! She saved our marriage and saved my life! " Read more
JournEase

JournEase

5.0(1)
Offers online services
2 hires on Thervo
Serves Forest Heights, MD
Saline J. says, "JournEase allowed room for authentic conversation with my personal experience. I was able to tap in to self awareness that allowed clarity to present situations. Thank You JournEase!" Read more
Moving Forward, PLC

Moving Forward, PLC

5.0(1)
Offers online services
2 hires on Thervo
Serves Alexandria, VA
Robert C. E. says, "Exceptionally positive and understanding counselor who drilled down to issues calmly and completely. A pleasant experience." Read more
Delfin Tax Services

Delfin Tax Services

5.0Exceptional(6)
Offers online services
Serves Berwyn Heights, MD
Alex says, "Jose was very thorough, friendly, & accurate in assisting me with my tax return. I will definitely seek out his knowledge & expertise again in the future. " Read more
Lindsay Wasserman, LICSW, LCSW-C

Lindsay Wasserman, LICSW, LCSW-C

New on Thervo
Offers online services
Serves Washington, DC
For nearly a decade, I've worked with teenagers and adults to help them overcome emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges. I have a keen understanding of the demands on today's adolescents and young adults to succeed academically, socially, and in the workplace. My goal is to support you in developing necessary skills and resources as you pursue personal, career, and academic success. When school or job performance is a concern, my focus is the integration of mental health issues with these needs, two aspects of a person's life that are rarely addressed simultaneously or understood as interdependent. My approach is active and direc...

Your marriage counseling questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Thervo.

Marriage counseling costs $120 to $250 per session for in-person therapy or $90 to $230 per session for virtual counseling. Prices depend on the length of the session, the therapist's experience, the counseling method, and your location. Prices are highest in major metropolitan areas like New York, Boston, Seattle, and San Francisco.

Marriage counseling is typically not covered by insurance unless it's prescribed by a medical doctor due to a billable diagnosis, such as depression or bipolar disorder. Contact your insurance provider to confirm your coverage details.

Marriage counseling, also called couples therapy, is a solution-focused type of therapy that helps couples overcome struggles, resolve conflicts, and improve their relationship.

In your first session, you and your partner will discuss your relationship issues and goals with the therapist. The therapist will often ask questions to clarify your problems and concerns. The therapist then develops a goal-oriented plan for the upcoming sessions.

The therapist may use one or several methods and techniques to help you and your partner work towards resolution, and may give you homework to do alone or together in between sessions.

Marriage counseling works best when both partners actively participate and work together on the relationship during and in between sessions. Research shows current marriage counseling techniques like the Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) have a 70% to 75%+ success rate.

Marriage counseling is often worth the cost even for happy couples. Benefits of marriage counseling include:

  • Improved communication
  • More compassion and acceptance between partners
  • A better understanding of your needs and how to express them
  • A deeper connection with your partner
  • Improved intimacy

Marriage counseling lasts 3 to 6 months, depending on your needs and the issues you're hoping to resolve. A couple seeking therapy to resolve one small issue may benefit from fewer sessions, while a couple considering divorce may need 6+ months.

Weekly therapy sessions typically last 45 to 90 minutes. Most counselors recommend committing to one session per week for at least three months, as becoming comfortable with the therapy process and opening up to the therapist and each other takes time.

Look for a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), as most counselors without this specialty have only introductory training in couples therapy. Follow these tips to find the best marriage counselor near you:

  • Discuss your preferences and goals with your partner.
  • Explore the different relationship therapy methods and look for a counselor certified in your preferred method. Two popular, science-backed methods are the Gottman Method and Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT).
  • Ask for recommendations from your medical provider.
  • Read counselors' reviews on Thervo and Google.
  • Confirm the counselor accepts your insurance or offers a sliding-scale rate.
  • Ask about telemedicine and virtual visit options.
  • Schedule an initial consultation to make sure you're happy with the counselor's communication style and empathy.

Ask these questions to help you choose a marriage counselor who will help you and your partner achieve the best results:

  • What training and certifications do you have?
  • Do you primarily work with couples?
  • What therapy modalities and techniques do you use?
  • How long are your sessions?
  • How many sessions do you think we need?
  • What is a typical session like?
  • How do you measure progress?
  • Do you offer discounted packages, payment plans, or sliding scale rates?
  • What should we do to prepare for the first session?
  • Do you assign reading or homework between sessions?

Reviews for Washington marriage counselors

Recent success stories from people in the Washington area.
John L R.
Understands what I am dealing with
Vienna Family Therapy Center
Richard
It has been a great experience. Phil is not your usual healer but definitely the right person for the job. I'm still in the process but have seen lots of improvement.
Feeling and Healing
James D.
Excellent message
D Acs
Mark R.
Our therapist, Pat, is supportive and empathetic. At first, we were a bit skeptical about the idea of counselling, however, with Pat's professional and compassionate attitude, therapy quickly became one of the best decisions we made. Pat's expertise, intuition, and knowledge has proven outstanding and tremendously valuable to us. She completely understands the most complex of problems and is quick to offer innovative and highly effective solutions. We truly enjoy our weekly sessions. A truly fantastic experience and I highly recommend.
Adult, Adolescent and Child Counseling Associates
Francis F.
Prompt service, always professional and friendly. Trusted local business.
Delfin Tax Services
Craig A.
She was knowledgeable and direct. She helped me understand my ADHD and gave me tools that I could use to solve problems that had plagued me for years and other therapists never seemed to be able to explain.
Miss ADD
Brianna D.
I was extremely nervous about doing counseling but I'm happy I went through with counseling, it saved my relationship with Fiancé. Ms. Smith never judge us she always in courage us to be better than the day before. She taught us how to love each other and date each other all over. Thank you Ms. Smith
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