Services
At Rising Tides Therapy Center, PLLC, I specialize in providing comprehensive couples therapy services to help you and your partner navigate the complexities of your relationship. My primary objective is to create a secure and nurturing environment where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors together. Through this exploration, I aim to equip you with fresh strategies for strengthening your connection and fostering mutual growth and wellbeing.
Couples Therapy
50-minute session: $200
90-minute session: $375
Navigating relationships can be challenging, and at times, we all require guidance. Couples therapy sessions offer a supportive environment where you and your partner can explore communication patterns, resolve conflicts, and strengthen your connection. As your therapist, my commitment lies in fostering healthy relationships and assisting couples in building a resilient foundation for a fulfilling partnership.
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At Rising Tides Therapy Center, PLLC, we prioritize clear communication and continuity of care. After each couples therapy session, I will provide a detailed session summary, highlighting key discussion points, progress made, and any action items. This summary will be sent to you via secure messaging to ensure your privacy and confidentiality. This approach helps reinforce the insights gained during our sessions and keeps both partners aligned on their therapeutic journey.
Potential issues discussed:
improving communication
building/rebuilding trust
increasing intimacy
overcoming infidelity
strengthening overall connection
improving conflict resolution
parenting differences
life transitions
Examples of Couples who pursue services:
Communication Breakdown:
Nora and Evan argue constantly. Their communication patterns have become toxic, and they’re both exhausted. They’re ready to learn healthier ways to express their needs and resolve conflicts.​
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The Long-Distance Struggle:
Emma and Liam have been in a long-distance relationship for years. The physical separation has taken a toll, and they’re desperate to reconnect. They hope therapy can bridge the emotional gap and help them find ways to stay close despite the miles.
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Parenting Challenges:
Sophia and David are new parents. Sleepless nights, conflicting parenting styles, and constant stress have strained their relationship. They want to learn effective communication strategies and regain the intimacy they once had.
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Empty Nest Syndrome:
Karen and Michael recently became empty nesters. With their children off to college, they’re facing a quiet house and rediscovering each other. They hope therapy will help them navigate this new phase of life and strengthen their bond.
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Healing After Infidelity:
Alexis and Ryan are grappling with the aftermath of infidelity. Trust has been shattered, but they’re committed to rebuilding. They seek therapy to address the pain, rebuild trust, and find a path forward.
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Premarital Therapy
Five 90-minute sessions: $1500
What better way to invest in your future than by participating in premarital therapy? I utilize the PREPARE/ENRICH model, one of the most widely used programs for premarital counseling and education. Not only is PREPARE/ENRICH beneficial for couples considering engagement, but it also serves as a valuable resource for enhancing existing marriages.
Potential issues discussed:
explore strength and growth areas
strengthen communication skills
identify and manage stressors
resolve conflict
explore family of origin
discuss financial planning and budgeting
Virtual Series for Couples
8-week, 75-minute workshop: $450 per couple
The Seven Principles Workshop for couples is a LIVE virtual marriage workshop based on the internationally acclaimed research of Dr. John Gottman as presented in his New York Times bestselling book—The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work. This educational workshop has been offered across the US and internationally, and has strengthened the relationships of tens of thousands of couples. It’s specifically designed to help couples improve their friendship and learn powerful communication and conflict management skills.
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The workshop includes lectures, demonstrations, videos and private couples exercises. The activities are fun, insightful and informative. And there is no need to worry about sharing your personal problems in front of others, we don’t do any group sharing at this workshop.
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Insurance
Couples therapy is often not reimbursable by insurance because it is typically considered a non-medical service. Insurance companies usually cover treatments for diagnosable mental health conditions, but couples therapy focuses on relationship issues rather than individual mental health diagnoses. As a result, it falls outside the scope of what most insurance plans are designed to cover. This can vary by provider and policy, so it’s always a good idea to check with your insurance company for specific details. Your insurance provider may state that they cover Couples therapy through the diagnosis of 90847 (Family Therapy with patient present) - this is NOT the same thing as Couples therapy and I will not be able to provide an insurance ready statement for Couples therapy UNLESS your insurance reports they accept V or Z codes. Please call or send me a message if you would like further explanation or have any questions regarding this policy.
**You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost. Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services. You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. This includes related costs like medical tests, prescription drugs, equipment, and hospital fees. Make sure your health care provider gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least 1 business day before your medical service or item. You can also ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service. If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill. Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate. For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call 800-985-3059.