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Mandy LeComte

Come Alive Counseling

LICSW

Licensed In:
Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Vermont
“My passion is working with couples who are dating, engaged or married as well as adults with food addiction; specifically those who are using a GLP 1 s, weight loss surgery, or feel like you struggle with food noise and would like that to change. Working with school faculty is also something I really enjoy as I spent many years as a School Social Worker. Faith Based Counseling is also an area of focus for me that I incorporate if clients are interested. As a Christian clinician at the heart of everything I do is a desire to help people live more fully, more intentionally, more hopeful and more alive in the present moment.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Eating Disorders · Faith-Based Care · Grief · Life Transitions · Menopause & Perimenopause · Older Adults & Aging · Relationship Issues · Trauma & PTSD · Weight Loss · Women’s Mental Health
Destinee

Your Healthy Destiny Counseling & Consulting, PLLC

LPC

Licensed In:
Texas
“If you’re feeling overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck in patterns that keep repeating in your relationships, you’re not alone. I work with individuals who are navigating anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, life transitions, and the weight of trying to hold everything together for everyone else. Many of my clients are used to being the strong one, yet inside they feel unheard, disconnected, or unsure of how to move forward. Together, we create a safe and supportive space where you can slow down, process what you’re experiencing, and begin building healthier ways to cope, communicate, and care for yourself. If you’re ready to better understand yourself, heal from what’s been weighing on you, and move toward a more balanced and fulfilling life, you’re in the right place.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
Ciara Braun

Affinity Counseling Group

LPC, AASECT Certified Sex

Licensed In:
Michigan
“I specialize in intimacy and relationship concerns including sex, desire, and infidelity for individuals and couples, with a focus on rebuilding connection, communication, and conflict skills. My approach is grounded in attachment science, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Parts Work (IFS) to help you explore self-talk, relationships, and attachment patterns, better understand yourself, and achieve your goals. I focus on education, your strengths, and practical techniques to overcome conflict. My goal is not to diagnose but to improve your life and relationships so you can manage future concerns independently.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy, Sex Therapy
Specialties:
Attachment · Consensual Non-Monogamy · Men’s Mental Health · Menopause & Perimenopause · Relationship Issues · Sexual Abuse · Women’s Mental Health
Sarah Simpson

Embodied Alignment Therapy LLC

LCSW

Licensed In:
Arizona
“I work with both individuals and couples within the state of Arizona. These people may identify as LGBTQ+, Trauma Survivors, Relationship Concerns, Anxiety, Life Transitions, Intimacy and Sexual Concerns, Attachment Issues.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Sex Therapy
Specialties:
Infidelity / Affair Recovery · Men’s Mental Health · Relationship Issues · Religious Trauma & Spiritual Abuse · Spiritual Abuse · Spirituality · Women’s Mental Health
Michaela Conley

Spot on Relationships

LMFT

Licensed In:
Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Virginia
“Couples and individuals seeking systemic relationship therapy”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy, Sex Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Attachment · Behavioral Issues · Codependency · Consensual Non-Monogamy · Depression · Disability · Infertility & Reproductive Mental Health · Life Transitions · Menopause & Perimenopause · Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health · Relationship Issues · Trauma & PTSD
Caitlin Blair

Tiny Cottage Therapy

LCSW, LICSW

Licensed In:
California, Washington
“I work with high-achieving adults—especially AAPI, mixed-race, and multicultural individuals—who are exhausted from holding everything together for everyone else. You might be functioning well on the outside while running on empty inside. You've internalized high expectations, taken on caretaking roles in your family or community, and struggled to set boundaries without guilt. You may be dealing with anxiety that doesn't turn off, burnout that goes deeper than needing a vacation, or a sense of not quite belonging. You might also feel caught between cultural worlds, unsure where you fit. If you're ready to stop shrinking, start understanding your patterns, and feel at home in your own life again, you are welcome here.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Adoption · Aging · Anxiety · Burnout · Career Counseling · Depression · Highly Sensitive People (HSP) · Insomnia & Sleep Disorders · Life Transitions · Older Adults & Aging · Panic · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Self-Harming · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Licensed In:
Massachusetts
“Adults of all ages....individuals and couples presenting with anxiety, depression, issues related to life transitions, addiction, disordered eating, relationship conflicts, illness and more.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Tracie Coleman LCSW

Haven Bridge Counseling & Wellness PLLC

LCSW

Licensed In:
Florida, Idaho, Illinois
“I work with adults who are feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, stuck, or struggling to find balance in daily life. Many of my clients are experiencing chronic insomnia, anxiety, stress, burnout, ADHD-related challenges, caregiving responsibilities, medical concerns, cancer-related stress, life transitions, grief, or emotional exhaustion.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Aging · Anxiety · Burnout · Cancer · Caregiver Support · Chronic Pain and Illness · Depression · Disability · Domestic Abuse · Educational and Learning Disabilities · End-of-Life · Gender Identity · Grief · Infertility & Reproductive Mental Health · Insomnia & Sleep Disorders · Life Transitions · Menopause & Perimenopause · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Older Adults & Aging · Panic · Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Self-Harming · Sexual Abuse · Suicidal Ideation · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Emily Ann Peterson

Jupiter Pines Counseling

MBA, MS-CMHC, LMHCA

Licensed In:
Washington
“Folks I work with: individuals, couples, groups & families who are located in WA state (more locations soon!), all genders, ages 13+ (Note: I'll happily consider younger clients, too, just send me an email.) Communities I enjoy working with: LGBTQIA+ & BIPOC, neurodivergent folks, veterans, first responders, & healthcare workers, artists, musicians, & creatives, survivors of trauma & high-control systems (religious or otherwise), kink, polyamorous, and non-traditional relationships, caregivers and helping professionals, entrepreneurs and small business owners. Issues I enjoy working with: anxiety & depression, trauma & (C)PTSD, grief & loss, burnout, business & entrepreneurship, neurodivergence, identity shifts & life transitions, relationship stress, conflict, change, or growth.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Sex Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anger Management · Anxiety · Attachment · Autism · Behavioral Issues · Burnout · Cancer · Career Counseling · Chronic Pain and Illness · Consensual Non-Monogamy · Depression · Disability · Divorce · Domestic Abuse · Gender Identity · Grief · Life Transitions · Men’s Mental Health · Panic · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Religious Trauma & Spiritual Abuse · Self Esteem · Sexual Abuse · Spirituality · Suicidal Ideation · Trauma & PTSD · Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) · Weight Loss · Women’s Mental Health
Hunter Corey

Ember Psychotherapy Collective

LPCC

Licensed In:
Colorado, Massachusetts
“Let’s be real — the state of the world right now is heavy. As if maintaining good mental health weren’t hard enough already, right? I’m here to support with those hard day-to-day challenges, and to help you understand and shift how your past shapes the way you move through the world today. You have a story worth telling, and I want to hear it. My role is to walk beside you — offering perspective, practical tools, and space to heal. I specialize in working with trauma, grief, and anxiety, always guided by mindfulness, compassion, and a holistic perspective on healing.”
Services:
Child Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Bipolar Disorder · Cancer · Codependency · Depression · Grief · Life Transitions · Men’s Mental Health · Mood Disorders · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Self-Harming · Sexual Abuse · Spirituality · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Meredith McQuagge

EC Therapy

LMHC, ADHD-CCSP, ASDCS

Licensed In:
Florida
“I work with those who are looking to relieve the unrelenting barrage of stress, worry, anger, and sadness. I specialize in helping people living with anxiety disorders (anxiety, panic, phobias, OCD) and neurodivergence (ADHD, Autism, Bipolar, PTSD) but I work with wide range of symptoms and concerns, including depression, relationship issues, addiction, life transitions, and grief. As a combat veteran, military spouse, and Purple Heart recipient, I understand how busy life can get with daily stress becoming an ever-increasing burden. It might seem like others don't get you, leaving you feeling alone, angry, trapped, or shamed. If you feel worn out, mentally drained, on edge, or like your thoughts do not bring you peace, I can help.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Autism · Executive Coaching · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Trisha A. Walker, LCSW-S

Psychotherapy With Hope

LCSW-S

Licensed In:
Texas
“Specializing in trauma therapy and clinical supervision. Whether the trauma stems from sexual abuse, combat, relational wounds, or chronic stress. Trisha's approach is trauma‑informed, straightforward, and deeply respectful of each person’s story. She helps clients heal deep inner‑child wounds by offering a safe, compassionate space to explore their past and move toward lasting healing. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, grief, codependency, or rebuilding trust after betrayal, this is a space where you can receive support from an experienced, compassionate clinician who believes healing is possible.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Attachment · Codependency · Depression · Divorce · Faith-Based Care · Grief · Infidelity / Affair Recovery · Life Transitions · Older Adults & Aging · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Sexual Abuse · Spiritual Abuse · Spirituality · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health

About Couples Therapy

Online couples therapy, sometimes called couples counseling, gives partners a structured space to work with a licensed therapist through secure video sessions. It can support communication, recurring conflict, trust, intimacy, decision-making, relationship transitions, affair recovery, separation conversations, or rebuilding connection over time.

Therapy Expanded helps you compare online couples therapists by state, relationship concerns, therapy approach, insurance, language, and availability. If one partner is seeking private support, individual therapy may be a better starting point. If the concern involves children, parenting roles, or several family members, you may also want to browse family therapy or parenting therapy.

What to Know About Online Couples Therapy

Online couples therapy is relationship counseling delivered remotely through secure telehealth platforms, usually by video and sometimes by phone. It gives partners a structured space to work with a licensed mental health professional on communication, conflict, trust, intimacy, life transitions, and other relationship concerns without needing to meet in person.

For many couples, online therapy makes getting support feel more realistic. It can be easier to coordinate around work schedules, parenting responsibilities, travel, or living in different locations. It may also open up access to providers outside your immediate area, which can be especially helpful if you are looking for a therapist with experience in a specific issue, identity, culture, or relationship dynamic.

Online couples therapy can support people in all kinds of relationships, whether they are dating, engaged, married, long-term partners, or navigating separation. Some couples start therapy because they feel stuck in recurring arguments. Others want to rebuild closeness, recover from a breach of trust, improve communication, or make important decisions together. Therapy does not have to be a last resort. Many couples use it proactively to strengthen their relationship before problems grow.

That said, online couples therapy is not the right fit for every situation. If there are serious safety concerns, ongoing abuse, coercive control, or one partner cannot speak freely, a different level or type of support may be more appropriate. The right provider can help you understand whether telehealth couples therapy is a good starting point for your needs.

How Does Online Couples Therapy Work?

Online couples counseling usually starts with finding a provider who offers telehealth and works with couples. Many directory profiles list the therapist’s specialties, relationship approaches, fees, and scheduling details so you can compare options before reaching out. Some providers also offer a consultation to answer questions and help you decide whether the fit feels right.

After booking, you will typically complete intake paperwork and receive instructions for joining your session online. Most couples therapy sessions take place with both partners attending together from the same location or from separate locations, depending on the provider’s policies and your circumstances. A strong internet connection, a private setting, and a space where both partners can speak openly can make sessions more productive.

In the first few sessions, the therapist will usually learn about your relationship history, current concerns, and what each partner hopes to get from therapy. You may talk about communication patterns, recurring disagreements, emotional disconnection, parenting stress, intimacy, trust, or major life changes affecting the relationship. The therapist’s role is not to “pick a side,” but to help both people feel heard while identifying patterns and creating healthier ways to respond.

As therapy continues, sessions may focus on building communication skills, managing conflict more effectively, increasing emotional understanding, repairing trust, or clarifying shared goals. Some therapists use a structured approach with exercises and tools to practice between sessions, while others focus more on insight and deeper relational patterns. Like in-person therapy, online couples therapy works best when both partners are willing to participate honestly and consistently.

How to Find the Right Online Therapist for Couples Therapy

Finding the right online provider for couples therapy starts with practical fit. Make sure the provider offers telehealth, works with couples, and is licensed to see clients where each partner will be located during sessions. If you and your partner live in different states, that is especially important to confirm early.

Next, look for clinical fit. Couples therapists may specialize in communication issues, conflict repair, premarital counseling, infidelity recovery, intimacy concerns, parenting stress, blended families, LGBTQ+ relationships, intercultural relationships, or separation and discernment work. A provider whose experience matches your goals is more likely to understand the dynamics you are bringing into the room.

It also helps to pay attention to the therapist’s style. Some couples therapists are more structured and skills-based, offering exercises and practical tools. Others are more reflective, focusing on emotional patterns, attachment, and deeper relationship dynamics. Reading provider bios can give you a sense of whether their approach feels aligned with what you and your partner want.

Cost, scheduling, and logistics matter too. Look at session fees, insurance information, cancellation policies, session length, and whether the therapist allows partners to join from different locations. Because couples therapy requires buy-in from two people, convenience can make a big difference in whether the process feels sustainable.

When available, a consultation can be a helpful next step. Ask what online couples therapy with them usually looks like, what relationship concerns they most often work with, and how they approach conflict, communication, or trust issues. The right provider should feel balanced, experienced, and able to create a space where both partners feel respected. A good directory makes that search easier by helping you compare providers and connect with someone who fits both your needs and your relationship goals.

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Online Couples Therapy FAQs

What is online couples therapy?

Online couples therapy is relationship counseling delivered remotely through telehealth. Sessions are usually held by video and involve both partners meeting with a licensed mental health professional to work on relationship concerns in a structured, supportive setting.

How is online couples therapy different from in-person couples therapy?

The main difference is the format. Instead of meeting in an office, you join sessions remotely from home or another private space. The goals are often the same: improving communication, understanding patterns, addressing conflict, and building a healthier relationship.

Is online couples therapy effective?

Research suggests that online couples therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy for many couples, although the evidence is still developing and is more nuanced than the research on individual teletherapy. In a randomized study comparing videoconferencing couples therapy with face-to-face treatment, couples showed similar improvements in relationship satisfaction, mental health, and therapeutic alliance, with no significant differences between formats.

What issues can online couples therapy help with?

Online couples therapy may help with communication problems, recurring arguments, emotional distance, trust issues, intimacy concerns, parenting stress, life transitions, premarital questions, and relationship decision-making. Some couples also use therapy to strengthen an already stable relationship.

Do both partners need to attend every session?

In many cases, yes, but it depends on the provider’s approach. Some couples therapists primarily meet with both partners together, while others may occasionally schedule individual sessions as part of the work. It is best to ask how the therapist structures online couples therapy before getting started.

Can we do online couples therapy if we are in different locations?

Often, yes. Many providers can work with couples joining from separate homes, offices, or even different cities. However, licensing rules can still apply based on where each partner is physically located during the session, so it is important to confirm this with the provider ahead of time. For help finding a provider licensed in multiple states, see our guide on finding a therapist licensed in multiple states.

Will I still feel a real connection with my therapist online?

Yes, many couples do. A strong therapeutic connection comes from feeling heard, understood, and supported, not just from being in the same room. Online therapy can still feel personal, collaborative, and emotionally engaging. The therapist’s style, your comfort with the format, and the overall fit all play a role in how connected the experience feels.

How much does online couples counseling cost?

The cost of online couples therapy varies by provider, location, session length, and specialty. Some therapists offer private-pay rates only, while others may provide sliding-scale options. Provider profiles often list fees or make it easy to ask about pricing before booking.

Can we use insurance for online couples therapy?

Sometimes, but it depends on the provider and your insurance plan. Coverage for couples therapy can vary more than coverage for individual therapy. It is a good idea to ask both the provider and your insurance company what services are covered and what your out-of-pocket costs may be.

When is online couples therapy not the right choice?

Online couples therapy may not be the best fit when there are immediate safety concerns, ongoing abuse, coercive control, severe escalation, or situations where one partner cannot speak openly. In those cases, individual support, in-person care, or local crisis resources may be more appropriate. If anyone is in immediate danger, contact local emergency services or call the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 9-8-8 right away.

Can online couples therapy help if we’re not married?

Yes. Online couples therapy is not just for married partners—it can help people who are dating, engaged, living together, co-parenting, or in any committed relationship. Many unmarried couples use therapy to improve communication, work through conflict, rebuild trust, navigate major life decisions, or decide what they want for the future. What matters most is not your marital status, but whether both partners are willing to show up, participate honestly, and work on the relationship together.

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