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Anna Gouznova

Ember Psychotherapy Collective

LCSW

Licensed In:
Massachusetts
“Life can bring all kinds of challenges stress, anxiety, self-doubt, or relationship struggles,and you don’t have to face them alone. I work with adults using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and an attachment-based approach to help you understand how your thoughts, emotions, and relationships influence each other, and to develop practical strategies for feeling more confident, connected, and in control.”
Services:
Child Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Adoption · Autism · Codependency · Depression · Divorce · Domestic Abuse · Educational and Learning Disabilities · Grief · Infertility & Reproductive Mental Health · Life Transitions · Older Adults & Aging · Parent-Child Bonding & Attachment · Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health · Sexual Abuse · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Alexis Farmer

Wonder Psychological Services, Inc.

AMFT

Licensed In:
California
“You’re feeling overwhelmed, overstimulated, or emotionally stuck, even though you’re doing your best. You may be navigating relationships, parenting, work, or family dynamics that feel draining or hard to manage. You want more clarity, calm, and confidence in how you show up, but patterns of stress and exhaustion keep getting in the way. You’re looking for support that feels practical, validating, and attuned to how your mind and nervous system work. If you’re feeling stuck, burned out, or unsure how to move forward — you’re not alone, and support is here.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Autism · Educational and Learning Disabilities
Tracie Duncan LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCISM

LPC

Licensed In:
Michigan
“I work with individuals and couples who are navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, parental alienation, relationship challenges, and difficult life transitions. I support clients who may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from themselves and are ready to better understand their experiences and move toward healing. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate space where each client can feel heard, understood, and empowered.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Bipolar Disorder · Codependency · Divorce · Domestic Abuse · Grief · Life Transitions · Sexual Abuse · Spirituality · Suicidal Ideation · Trauma & PTSD
Alex Criss

Aligned Within Therapy Services

LMFTA

Licensed In:
Washington
“Do you find yourself overthinking conversations, re-reading texts, or apologizing when you’re not even sure what you did wrong? Maybe you and your partner keep landing in the same painful cycle, wanting connection but not knowing how to get there? I work with adults and couples who feel stuck in patterns, such as people-pleasing, self-doubt, shutting down, or repeating the same arguments. Together, we slow down, notice what’s happening, and start to relate in more grounded, self-trusting ways. We also work on building the capacity to sit with discomfort and uncertainty, so small shifts can actually stick.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Leila Pirnia

Center for Twice Exceptional Counseling

LMFT, LPCC

Licensed In:
California
“I work with twice-exceptional (2e) teens, young adults, and adults who are both gifted and neurodiverse. Many of my clients have ADHD, autism, anxiety, OCD, or struggle with executive functioning, while also being deeply thoughtful, creative, and driven. I also work with neurodiverse couples, including AuDHD relationships, who feel stuck in patterns of misunderstanding or disconnection. My clients often come in feeling frustrated or unseen. Together, we make sense of their experiences, build practical tools for regulation and focus, and create more ease, confidence, and connection in their lives and relationships.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
Addiction · ADHD · Anxiety · Autism · Behavioral Issues · Executive Coaching · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Parent-Child Bonding & Attachment · Perfectionism
Michele Hahn

Talk to Michele, Relationship Specialist

JD, MFT

Licensed In:
California, Oregon
“EFT understands distress in relationships as centered in the loss of secure emotional connection. When this happens, a negative cycle or “dance” develops as each partner tries to cope with the loss of connection. In these negative cycles, you may notices you respond with anger, criticism, distancing, silence, or distracting yourself, to name a few common responses. Once established, these negative cycles can crop up over the slightest issue, and over time can be corrosive to the bonds of trust and security in your relationship.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Family Therapy
Specialties:
Life Transitions
Jennifer Giovinazzi

Lotus Psychotherapy, LLC

LCSW

Licensed In:
New Jersey
“Many times people come to me with some area they are feeling stuck or are struggling with strong feelings that are hard to understand or control. I specialize in trauma and use somatic based practices to help people move from stress reactions to regulated responses. I've been in private practice over 12 years and provide supervision and support for clinicians navigating life/work balance. I also facilitate peer supervision with two groups of clinicians. Symptoms and Diagnoses help guide our treatment, but are not the whole picture. I believe in listening to our bodies natural intelligence, to understand the reason you are experiencing symptoms and identify how to get to the root of the issue.”
Services:
Child Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), Teen Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Bipolar Disorder · Burnout · Consensual Non-Monogamy · Depression · Dissociative Disorders · Divorce · Grief · Life Transitions · Perfectionism · Personality Disorders · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Sexual Abuse · Spirituality · Suicidal Ideation · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Mandi Maycumber

Carmichael Counseling Services

PsyD

Licensed In:
California, Washington
“My specialties are in Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Relationship issues, and Trauma. I am a dynamic and adaptable therapist on a mission to help people increase life satisfaction. Specializing in helping individuals and couples with relational distress by eliciting your vision for wellness and challenging your limiting beliefs within the context of a safe and empathetic therapeutic relationship.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Addiction · ADHD · Anger Management · Anxiety · Depression · Grief · Relationship Issues · Substance Use · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Scott Hubener

Scott Hubener Counseling

LCMHC

Licensed In:
Florida, North Carolina
“I specialize in working with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, life transitions, trauma-related symptoms, communication challenges, and relationship issues. It is my goal to be a collaborative partner who will provide you with the skills and tools to navigate through the process of self-discovery, coping and healing. Life may present us with events, circumstance, or relationships are impacting our well-being. It is courageous to take the first step, and I respect and honor the vulnerability that can come with the process of beginning counseling. I look forward to the opportunity to work alongside you.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy
Specialties:
Addiction · ADHD · Aging · Anger Management · Anxiety · Attachment · Autism · Behavioral Issues · Burnout · Chronic Pain and Illness · Codependency · Depression · Divorce · Grief · Life Transitions · Men’s Mental Health · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Older Adults & Aging · Panic · Perfectionism · Phobias · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Substance Use · Trauma & PTSD
Samantha Turcotte, DNP, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC

Aesthetic Haven Health & Beauty, LLC

DNP, MSN, APRN, FNP-C

Licensed In:
Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington
“Dr. Samantha Turcotte, DNP, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, provides full-spectrum family medicine with a particular focus on mental health and substance use disorders, including medication-assisted treatment. She evaluates and manages acute and chronic conditions across the lifespan, with experience in infectious diseases.”
Services:
Clinical Supervision, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Medication Management, Parenting Therapy, Teen Therapy, Testing and Evaluations
Specialties:
Addiction · ADHD · Aging · Anger Management · Anxiety · Behavioral Issues · Bipolar Disorder · Burnout · Cancer · Career Counseling · Caregiver Support · Chronic Pain and Illness · Codependency · Dementia · Depression · Disability · Dissociative Disorders · Divorce · Domestic Abuse · Eating Disorders · End-of-Life · Gender Identity · Grief · Infertility & Reproductive Mental Health · Infidelity / Affair Recovery · Insomnia & Sleep Disorders · Life Transitions · Men’s Mental Health · Menopause & Perimenopause · Mood Disorders · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Older Adults & Aging · Panic · Perfectionism · Personality Disorders · Phobias · Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health · Psychosis · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Self-Harming · Serious Mental Illness · Sexual Abuse · Substance Use · Suicidal Ideation · Trauma & PTSD · Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) · Weight Loss · Women’s Mental Health
Liliana Aguilar Perez

Luminar Minds Counseling Services PLLC

LPC

Licensed In:
Texas
“I work with teens and adults who feel emotionally overwhelmed, unseen, or disconnected from themselves. Many of my clients have been told they’re “too sensitive,” feel pressure to please others, or are exhausted from carrying others’ expectations. I support individuals who replay past experiences, struggle with guilt or people-pleasing, or want to feel like themselves again. I offer an affirming space to explore childhood experiences, religious influences, ADHD, chronic stress, identity, and new ways of relating to emotions and relationships.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Depression · Grief · Immigrant & Refugee Mental Health · Religious Trauma & Spiritual Abuse · Self Esteem · Sexual Abuse · Spiritual Abuse · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Cassidy Cartwright

Flourishing Future Wellness

LLPC

Licensed In:
Michigan
“I work with adolescents and adults who are navigating grief, trauma or interpersonal violence. I bring curiosity, compassion and humor to sessions. Throughout our time together we will practice skills or tools that can be used throughout your week to build awareness of your emotions and needs. My goal is that you feel empowered to become who you want to be in connection with your values.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Burnout · Domestic Abuse · Gender Identity · Grief · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Sexual Abuse · 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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