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Susye Greenwood

West Village Psychotherapy

LMHC

Licensed In:
Connecticut, New York
“I work with thoughtful, high-functioning adults who appear successful on the outside but feel anxious, disconnected, overwhelmed, or uncertain about what comes next. Many of my clients are entrepreneurs, lawyers, finance professionals, creatives, executives, and public-facing individuals navigating periods of transition, burnout, relationship strain, divorce, questions around identity and meaning, or the emotional complexities of success and wealth. They are often carrying significant responsibility while quietly struggling to create balance, clarity, and a more sustainable way of living. My practice is designed for people seeking a private, thoughtful, and deeply tailored therapeutic experience — whether through online therapy, in-person sessions, concierge therapy, or immersive therapy intensives.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Burnout · Career Counseling · Depression · Divorce · Executive Coaching · Life Transitions · Men’s Mental Health · Menopause & Perimenopause · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Women’s Mental Health
Gregory Gooden

Emergence Therapy

LMFT

Licensed In:
California, Florida, Texas
“My ideal clients live in the intersectionality of LGBTQIA+, identity development, life transitions, addiction issues, and non-standard relationships such as non-monogamous and/or polyamorous people.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Mical Pacheco

MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC

Licensed In:
Oklahoma
“You might be someone who has been struggling for a while but never quite found the right support. Maybe anxiety keeps you up at night, your mood feels impossible to manage, or you're going through a season of life that feels heavier than you expected — postpartum changes, relationship stress, or just a deep sense that something is off. I work with adults, adolescents, women, couples, and LGBTQ+ individuals who are ready to feel better but aren't sure where to start. Whether you're navigating depression, ADHD, trauma, mood disorders, or substance use, you don't have to figure it out alone. You deserve care that sees all of you.”
Services:
Child Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), Medication Management, Teen Therapy, Testing and Evaluations
Specialties:
Max Malave

Integral Psychological Services

LPC

Licensed In:
Michigan
“I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, anger, life transitions, stress, mood disorders, and low self-esteem. I work with LGBTQ+ adolescents and adults. I provide individual and couples therapy.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
Anger Management · Anxiety · Behavioral Issues · Consensual Non-Monogamy · Depression · Gender Identity · Life Transitions · Men’s Mental Health · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem
Adriana Gutierrez

Laguna Child and Family Therapy Group

AMFT

Licensed In:
California
“I’m dedicated to supporting children, couples, and families as they navigate emotional challenges, relationship concerns, and life transitions. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, identity shifts, and major life changes.”
Services:
Child Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
Brooke Burch

Signs of Healing Therapy

LMHC-D

Licensed In:
New York
“I offer bilingual counseling in ASL and English to anyone who is experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, PTSD, challenges with boundary setting, self love and relationships/ trust.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Attachment · Burnout · Codependency · Depression · Disability · Grief · Life Transitions · Perfectionism · Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Nicole Clelland

Nicole Clelland, LMFT, PMH-C

LMFT

Licensed In:
California, Florida, South Carolina
“I work with emerging adults, those with fertility struggles, perinatal and postpartum individuals and couples and provides care for patients who struggle with generalized anxiety, depression, and postpartum disorders. Treatment approach is rooted in perinatal care, humanistic and person-centered therapy modalities. I also offer virtual EMDR. I accept UHC, Oxford, Oscar, Aetna, Cigna, and soon will accept BCBS insurance. If you are experiencing any struggles or simply want someone to chat with, please reach out via text or email.”
Services:
Child Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
Faith-Based Care · Infertility & Reproductive Mental Health · Life Transitions · Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health
Johnita McGee Smith

Grace to Grace Behavioral Health LLC

LISW - S

Licensed In:
Ohio, Virginia
“I work with individuals, couples, and families who feel weighed down by the "mountains" in their lives—whether that’s the heavy fog of depression, the constant edge of anxiety, or the lingering echoes of past trauma. You may be struggling with life transitions, grief, or unhealthy patterns that leave you feeling stuck and disconnected. I specialize in helping those who value a holistic, trauma-informed approach and are seeking a safe space where their faith can be part of their healing. Whether you are navigating a career pivot, parenting challenges, or a search for deeper purpose, I am here to walk alongside you. My goal is to help you move from simply surviving to living a life of resilience, hope, and wholeness—guided by grace and supported by evidence-based care.”
Services:
Child Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
Addiction · ADHD · Anger Management · Anxiety · Behavioral Issues · Bipolar Disorder · Burnout · Depression · Divorce · Faith-Based Care · Life Transitions · Men’s Mental Health · Personality Disorders · Phobias · Religious Trauma & Spiritual Abuse · Spirituality · Suicidal Ideation · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Judy Thomas

Free Minds Counseling

LCSW

Licensed In:
Illinois, Wisconsin
“You may have spent years feeling like everyone else got an instruction manual you never received. Maybe you've been diagnosed with ADHD or AuDHD recently and are trying to make sense of a lifetime of struggles, strengths, and misunderstandings. You may be noticing burnout, loss of skills, difficulty focusing, emotional overwhelm, anxiety, depression, or a growing sense that the strategies that once worked no longer do. Many of my clients are thoughtful, capable adults who feel stuck despite their best efforts. They may be navigating career changes, relationship challenges, parenting, aging, health concerns, or other major life transitions while trying to understand their neurodivergent brain. Together, we work to reduce overwhelm, build practical systems, strengthen emotional regulation, and create a life that feels sustainable and authentic.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Consensual Non-Monogamy · Life Transitions · Menopause & Perimenopause · Women’s Mental Health
Joseph Fincher

Hopes for Healing Counseling and Consulting, PLLC

LPC-Associate

Licensed In:
Texas
“I work with individuals and couples from age 15 to end-of-life.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
Anger Management · Anxiety · Cancer · Caregiver Support · Chronic Pain and Illness · Consensual Non-Monogamy · Depression · End-of-Life · Gender Identity · Grief · Life Transitions · Men’s Mental Health · Older Adults & Aging · Relationship Issues · Trauma & PTSD
Tatyana Maizel

Pathways Family and Community Services

LCPC, LPC

Licensed In:
Nevada, Virginia
“I work with adults 18+, individuals, and couples, with a special focus on supporting folks who are navigating complex or relational trauma (C-PTSD). My work is grounded in a person-centered approach and guided by EMDR. I am also trained in KA-EMDR® through the Ketamine Assisted EMDR Therapy Institute”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Attachment · Depression · Grief · Life Transitions · Men’s Mental Health · Parent-Child Bonding & Attachment · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Reesa Morala | Intensive Couples Therapy

Embrace Renewal Therapy

LMFT

Licensed In:
California
“You feel more like roommates than partners. You miss how things felt before the distance, resentment, and exhaustion set in. Parenting and daily life ask so much of you that there’s little time or energy left for your relationship—or yourself. That’s why I offer Intensive Couples Therapy—a focused, accelerated approach that helps you experience meaningful change faster. Instead of months of weekly sessions, intensives give you uninterrupted time to rebuild connection, repair trust, and learn to communicate in ways that bring understanding, intimacy, and closeness back into your relationship.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy
Specialties:
Attachment · Consensual Non-Monogamy · Infertility & Reproductive Mental Health · Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health · Relationship Issues

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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