If you’re searching “marriage counseling near me”, chances are things feel tense, confusing — or just off. Maybe you’re fighting more. Maybe you’re growing apart. Or maybe you’re just tired of having the same conversations that go nowhere.
At CEREVITY, we offer online marriage counseling across California — with licensed therapists who specialize in helping couples rebuild connection, improve communication, and get back on the same team.
📞 Call (562) 295-6650 or visit https://cerevity.com/get-started
Whether you’re married, living together, or in a long-term partnership, our licensed clinicians can help you move forward with clarity and care.
Who Is Marriage Counseling For?
Marriage counseling isn’t just for couples on the verge of divorce. It’s for partners who want to:
Communicate more effectively
Heal after betrayal or broken trust
Resolve recurring arguments
Navigate parenting or blended family stress
Work through resentment or emotional distance
Rebuild intimacy and closeness
Make decisions about the future of the relationship
Whether you’re in crisis or simply feeling disconnected, therapy can be a turning point — not a last resort.
Online Marriage Counseling in California: How It Works
You don’t need to be in the same room to reconnect.
CEREVITY’s licensed couples therapists provide HIPAA-compliant video sessions that allow partners to:
Join from different locations (if needed)
Share openly without travel time or parking stress
Fit therapy into busy work or parenting schedules
Feel supported in a neutral, structured space
Each session lasts approximately 50 minutes and focuses on your shared goals — not placing blame.
What to Expect in the First Couples Session
Most couples therapy starts with:
A joint intake session to understand your relationship history and current challenges
Time for each partner to speak freely — with structure and support
Goal-setting: what you want to shift, resolve, or reconnect with
Clear next steps for how therapy will unfold
Our therapists take a non-judgmental, strengths-based approach — focusing on what’s not working, and what still connects you.
What Approach Do Therapists Use?
CEREVITY’s marriage counselors are trained in evidence-based couples therapy models, including:
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT): Focuses on attachment, emotional safety, and reconnection
The Gottman Method: Emphasizes communication, conflict resolution, and shared meaning
Narrative Therapy: Helps reframe negative cycles or beliefs about the relationship
Integrative models: Tailored to the couple’s unique culture, communication style, and goals
We match you with a therapist trained to support your relationship stage, identities, and priorities.
Who Should Attend the Sessions?
In most cases, both partners attend all sessions. However, some therapists may recommend occasional individual sessions to support healing and insight — especially if:
There’s a history of trauma or betrayal
One partner is struggling with mental health or addiction
Emotional safety needs to be assessed
Regardless, the focus remains on the relationship, not just individual concerns.
Red Flags That It’s Time for Marriage Counseling
You don’t have to be in crisis — but these are signs that your relationship may benefit from support:
The same fights keep happening, with no resolution
One or both of you feel emotionally or physically distant
Trust has been damaged — and it’s not healing
You avoid difficult conversations out of fear or frustration
You feel more like roommates or adversaries than partners
You’re questioning whether to stay together, but can’t decide
Reaching out for couples therapy can feel vulnerable. But investing in your relationship — especially with the right therapist — can lead to real breakthroughs, not just temporary fixes.
Whether you’re dealing with conflict, disconnection, or uncertainty about the future, marriage counseling at CEREVITY gives you the structure and support to move forward.
📞 Call (562) 295-6650 or visit https://cerevity.com/get-started
We’ll help you understand your options, verify your insurance if needed, and match you with a couples therapist licensed in California.
What Does Marriage Counseling Cost in California?
The cost of couples therapy depends on a few key factors:
| Payment Method | Estimated Rate (per session) |
|---|---|
| Aetna or PPO Insurance | Typically not covered unless one partner has a diagnosis |
| HMO Insurance | Usually not covered for couples therapy |
| Private Pay | $140–$200/session on average in CA |
| Sliding Scale | Offered case-by-case — ask us for availability |
💡 Important: If one partner has a diagnosis (e.g., anxiety, depression), insurance may cover sessions as individual therapy with partner participation. We’ll walk you through that option if appropriate.
What Does Progress in Couples Therapy Look Like?
Couples often wonder, “How will we know if it’s working?”
Progress doesn’t always mean everything feels perfect — but it does mean you’ll start to:
Understand your patterns (and how to shift them)
Communicate without escalating
Feel safer and more emotionally connected
Repair trust and rebuild intimacy
Make clearer, more intentional decisions — together
Therapy gives you tools. But more importantly, it helps you learn how to use them when it counts.
How Long Does Marriage Counseling Take?
It depends on your goals, history, and willingness to engage in the process.
Short-term (6–10 sessions): Focused on communication tools or decision-making
Mid-range (3–6 months): Healing from betrayal, building new patterns
Longer-term (6+ months): Deep relationship restructuring, trust repair, trauma integration
Most couples start with weekly sessions, then shift to biweekly as progress solidifies.
FAQs About Couples Therapy in California
Q: Can we do therapy even if we’re not sure we want to stay together?
A: Yes. Therapy can help you explore what’s next — whether that’s repair, separation, or something in between.
Q: What if my partner is unsure or reluctant?
A: That’s common. Our therapists are skilled in supporting both partners without pressure or blame.
Q: Can we still do therapy if we’re long-distance or separated?
A: Absolutely. Online therapy allows flexibility in location and schedule.
Q: Is it okay to do therapy even if we’re not married?
A: Yes. Marriage counseling applies to any long-term partnership — dating, engaged, cohabiting, or married.
You Don’t Have to Keep Repeating the Same Cycles
Every relationship hits rough patches. The difference is what you do next.
At CEREVITY, we help couples across California reconnect, rebuild, and make informed decisions — together.
📞 Call (562) 295-6650 or visit https://cerevity.com/get-started
You both deserve a relationship that feels safe, strong, and real — not just tolerable.
