Therapy for Couples
Find authentic connection and deep joy in your relationship.
Whether you are in crisis or simply want a deeper connection, we are here for you. We work with couples to heal old wounds, restore authentic connection and move toward a hopeful future.
Our approach to couples therapy
Our approach to couples therapy is designed to transform relationships and reignite love. We understand that every couple is unique, with their own dynamics and challenges. Our approach recognizes and embraces this individuality, providing personalized strategies and techniques that cater specifically to your relationship's needs. We believe that true healing can only be achieved by addressing the deeper issues underlying surface-level problems and we strive to promote healing and transformation by focusing on those.
Rather than solely focusing on problems and dysfunctional patterns, our approach emphasizes the identification and utilization of your relationship's strengths. Through our therapy sessions, we aim to highlight and build upon your strengths as a couple, fostering resilience and empowerment.
We firmly believe in empowering couples to be active participants in their therapeutic journey. Our therapists prioritize collaboration, working closely with you and your partner as allies to jointly explore and overcome challenges.
With years of experience in couples therapy, our dedicated team of therapists has supported numerous couples in their quest for love and connection. With expertise in a broad range of therapeutic modalities, including Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Gottman Method Couples Therapy, our therapists draw from a comprehensive toolbox.
communication difficulties
infidelity
infertility
grief and loss
addictions
sexual issues
premarital counseling
Issues we address
Benefits of couples counseling
As you work through your relational conflict in psychodynamic couples therapy, you will notice:
Greater insight into the real emotional stuck points underneath repetitive arguments or tensions
Deeper understanding and empathy for your partner’s needs and feelings
Trust in your partner to listen and hear you
Trust in yourself to express your needs and feelings in a healthy way
An increased sense of physical and emotional safety
A renewed desire for physical and emotional intimacy
Confidence in your ability to work through conflict to strengthen the bond
A sense of resilience
Gail and Mario:
“When we first reached out to the Mansio Center for help, our marriage was in deep trouble. After months of hard work and incredible support, we now enjoy each other again. We are stronger and more capable to weather life’s storms together.”
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sessions are generally 55-min long. The 1st session is an assessment where we gather background information from you and your partner. The 2nd and 3rd sessions we usually meet with partners individually to understand your relationship histories. Starting the 4th session, we bring couples back together again to track your interaction patterns. There may be times we might request to meet individually with one or both of you again if issues come up that impact your ability to feel safe and vulnerable in the relationship.
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The length of couples therapy is always your choice, of course. But based on our experience of helping many couples over the years, we'd suggest a commitment to at least six months of weekly sessions. In cases where your conflicts are long-standing and your wounds are deep, healing may take longer. The thing is, your current patterns of relating were there before you even met your partner. What is six months, a year or even two years in the context of your life together?
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Once we start seeing you for individual counseling, we’re partial to your perspective, which makes us a biased 3rd person looking into your couple relationship. For that reason, we cannot go on to work with both you and your partner but will need to refer you to another colleague for couples counseling.
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Therapy has helped untold numbers of couples. We wholeheartedly believe it “works". The main thing to remember about therapy, however, is that it is not magic. It will take honesty and a willingness on your part to work. But when this is coupled with compassion, expertise, and support, transformational things can happen. Personal outcomes will always vary and will also depend on your frequency and duration of therapy.
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It has been done before, but we really don’t recommend it. The type of therapy we do invites all of us to be tuned into what’s happening in the room. A cute child will likely be a distraction. It might also be difficult to open up about certain things when your child is listening.
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Yes, we are in-network with Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) PPO and select BCBS HMO plans (Edwards, Edwards/Linden, Illinois Health Partners, NorthShore, Swedish, Pathways/AMITA, Northwestern). For all other insurance plans you will receive out-of-network benefits. Please be sure to inquire with your insurance regarding these benefits prior to your first visit.
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Insurance plans vary as far as their coverage of couples counseling. It is best that you contact your insurance company directly to learn about your outpatient mental health benefits. You can ask specifically about “family therapy” billed using Z Code “Z63.0 Problems in Relationship with Spouse or Partner”. Our staff at Mansio would be glad to discuss options that may best suit your situation including fees, duration, and frequency of therapy. Know that this is one of the best investments you will make in your life.