# Couples therapy you can both agree on

Strengthen your relationship with flexible and convenient online therapy.

### Most insured members have a $0 copay

Choose your insurer to learn more:

- [Cigna](https://www.talkspace.com/coverage/insurance/cigna?cta_source=ins_logo_cigna&)
- [Aetna](https://www.talkspace.com/coverage/insurance/aetna?cta_source=ins_logo_aetna&)
- [Optum](https://www.talkspace.com/coverage/insurance/optum?cta_source=ins_logo_optum&)
- [Anthem](https://www.talkspace.com/coverage/insurance/anthem?cta_source=ins_logo_anthem&)
- [Medicare](https://www.talkspace.com/coverage/insurance/medicare?cta_source=ins_logo_medicare&)
- [And more...](https://www.talkspace.com/coverage/insurance?cta_source=ins_logo_more&)

## Here’s how it works

### Check insurance coverage
We're in-network with many major plans, but you can also pay out-of-pocket.

### Personalized match
Answer a few questions online and we'll match you with a licensed provider.

### Start therapy
Communicate with your therapist through messaging and live video sessions. You and your partner can be together or in separate places.

## What couples are saying

> "We were paired with a super helpful couples therapist and even in just a few short months, our marriage feels back on track. Highly recommend it, and the app just makes the service even easier to use on the go.”  
> Annecharbs, App store

> “Our experience with couples therapy was great! Couldn’t have asked for a better way to do therapy. Loved our therapist. Loved the convenience of writing whenever we had a chance — our lives are so busy that I think it’d be nearly impossible to go somewhere.”  
> Yelrihs86, App store

> “We love our therapist; he’s the best. We’ve been with him for a year. We like his realness and his candor. He won't let us, like, kind of just meander. If we're making progress in a certain direction he’ll keep guiding us there.”  
> Danny and Ann, Talkspace users

> “My husband and I have come a long way, thanks to Shannon. Our fights have decreased and our overall communication tactics have improved. I am so thankful for this service and her help.”  
> Talkspace user, Direct review

## What you’ll get from couples therapy

### Ongoing support
Ongoing dedicated support through live video sessions and unlimited messaging.

### Identify the challenges
Identify areas where your relationship needs strengthening, with the support of an unbiased professional.

### Rediscover strengths
Develop a solutions-oriented approach to rediscover your relationship’s strengths.

### End dysfunctional dynamics
Gain insight into patterns that cause relationship distress.

### Empathy and resolution
Practice conflict-resolution strategies for improved empathy and problem-solving.

### Restore trust
Learn communication tools to increase vulnerability and restore trust.

## Types of couples therapy

### Relationship counseling
Every couple faces challenges at one point or another. Couples counseling offers support and structure in a safe space to navigate these challenges.

### Marriage counseling
Marriage is work. Online marriage counseling can help couples tackle tough times in a safe environment.

### Premarital counseling
Premarital counseling prepares couples for their wedded life and helps start their lives together on a solid foundation.

## What members say about Talkspace

### What can I expect from couples therapy?
Couples therapy is a type of psychotherapy where a licensed therapist helps those in romantic relationships learn more about their partnership and resolve problems.

### Is online couples counseling effective?
Yes, online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy.

### Cost of online couples counseling
The cost varies, but online relationship counseling is typically more cost-effective than traditional therapy.

### LGBTQ+ couples therapy
LGBTQ+ couples therapy addresses unique experiences faced by LGBTQIA+ partners, with therapists trained in affirmative therapy to create a safe space.

Couples therapy can help strengthen communication, improve conflict resolution skills, and address relationship challenges effectively.