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Couples Therapy and Marriage Counseling
Work on communication, connection, and conflict. Stop having the same fight. Every session has a point.
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4.95from 113 reviews
In-network with
- UnitedHealthcare
- Aetna
- Medicare
- Oscar Health
- Meritain Health
- Oxford Health Plans
- Cigna
- Optum
- Highmark BCBS WNY
- Univera Healthcare
- MagnaCare
- Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Industry-leading, structured care
Progress measured monthly, not guessed at
We respond within one business day
Every clinician state-licensed
Why MindView
Most Couples Therapy has no structure. Ours has four stages and a scoreboard.
Most practices deliver Couples Therapy however the therapist you happened to get was trained. We run one format for every client, and we measure it.
- 01
Intake
What is actually going on, rated 0 to 10 as your baseline.
- 02
Your history
Why it is happening. History, relationships, work, health.
- 03
Treatment plan
Written and collaborative, built against those causes.
- 04
Monthly review
Standardized measures, reviewed with you. You see the trend.
A license is where our training starts, not where it ends.
Every clinician is state-licensed before they see a single client. Then they train with us across every modality, and how to match one to the problem in front of them.
What clients say
4.95 averagefrom 113 reviews
- 5 out of 5 stars
MindView Therapy has great customer service and is very flexible, with good therapist availability and clear communication of any changes. Genuinely a great place for therapy with zero judgement.
Kailani M.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
The support staff was very helpful in assisting me to find the right provider. And the provider they found me is personable, a good listener, has good advice, and appears to be quite knowledgeable. I'm very happy with my decision to go with MindView.
Kevin R.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
I truly felt seen, heard and understood by my therapist. Goals and next step expectations were clearly explained for processing.
Diane S.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
I had a great onboarding experience with MindView. My therapist took the time to do a really thorough intake, which I appreciated, and the staff keeps communication clear and consistent. Plus, they handled my insurance verification hassle free.
Jennifer P.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
I'm new to this therapy place, however the couples therapist we are seeing is amazing so far. She's a great listener and I can't wait to see how much further we can get with her guidance.
Maritza M.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
Great therapists, excellent customer service.
Meta
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- 5 out of 5 stars
My therapist has been incredibly supportive and compassionate. She creates a safe, welcoming space, and I truly feel heard and understood. I'm very grateful for her guidance. Highly recommend.
Laura S.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
The clinician is helpful. I would recommend this to my friends. I can communicate better with my family members. Thanks for your cooperation.
Sharmin S.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
The process to find a therapist was very smooth and quick. The intake did take some time, but it was a very thorough process. Overall a great service and very helpful.
Jorge Z.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
Helpful, and they let you know everything in advance.
Naphtali S.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
MindView Therapy has been wonderful to work with. The team is kind, responsive, and made the entire process feel easy from the start. I always felt heard and supported, and I really appreciate the compassionate care I've received. Highly recommend.
Angela D.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
I've had a great experience with MindView. They are easy to communicate with and handle my needs quickly. I've had some great sessions with my therapist and would highly recommend checking them out.
Kylah B.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
My therapist has done a great job of teaching me how to translate my thoughts into personal feelings, as well as helpful techniques to deal with my anxiety.
Ladale N.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
I cannot say enough good things about my counselor. From the very start she made me feel heard, respected, and supported without judgement. She is a great listener and challenges me to grow in healthy ways.
Barbara D.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
She is such a great therapist. She really listens to what you are saying and helps you figure out situations.
Leah D.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
The process from start to finish is made so easy. You get assigned to someone quickly and can choose from various time slots to work around your schedule. No sitting on a phone waiting, just quick and to the point with every step.
Shannon G.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
I've had such a positive experience with MindView Therapy. The sessions have given me so much clarity and practical tools to handle life's ups and downs. I feel more equipped and confident moving forward. If you are looking for a supportive and insightful therapy experience, I highly recommend them.
Lucie L.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
She is an amazing therapist. She understands me and where I am coming from without hesitation. It is a complete judgement-free zone.
Barbie Z.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
I've had a really wonderful experience at MindView. My therapist is a great listener and always made me feel heard and understood. I've seen meaningful progress. Would recommend.
Manana D.
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- 5 out of 5 stars
Kind, helpful, and good at what they do! My therapist is truly one-of-a-kind, and has helped me so much.
Nick B.
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Couples therapy is structured work with both partners and a therapist on communication, conflict, trust, and connection. Sessions are balanced so each person is heard. You identify the patterns that keep you stuck, practice new ways of talking and repairing, and decide together where the relationship goes next.
Does this sound like you?
- You live like roommates and both of you have noticed.
- You have the same fight in a different outfit every few weeks.
- Something happened, and you do not know how to trust each other again.
- You are polite and you are not close.
- You have stopped bringing things up because it never goes anywhere.
- You are not sure whether you want to fix this or leave, and you cannot say that out loud.
- You still love each other and you cannot seem to reach each other.
You do not have to be in crisis to start. If several of these sound familiar, therapy can help.
If several of these sound familiar, that is worth talking about.
Choose a time and send your request. It takes about 30 seconds and one short form.
Couples therapy is structured work on what is happening between two people: how you talk, how you fight, how you repair, and how close you are.
New to it? Read what to expect in a first couples therapy session, the signs of a healthy relationship, and what emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is, one of the approaches we use with couples.
What is couples therapy?
It is sessions with both partners and a therapist, focused on the relationship itself rather than on either person. The pattern between you is the client.
That framing matters. Most couples arrive with a case to make about who is more at fault. Therapy does not settle that, because settling it would not help. The American Psychological Association points to communication and conflict management as central to relationship satisfaction, and both are things two people build together.
What do couples come in for?
Recurring conflict is the most common. So is distance: two people who are polite, functional, and no longer reaching each other.
Trust is another. A breach of trust, whether an affair, a lie, or a long pattern of unreliability, does not repair on its own, and most couples do not know the steps. Others come during a major change: a move, a baby, an illness, a career shift. And some come because they cannot tell whether they want to stay.
Will the therapist take sides?
No. Your therapist keeps the room balanced so that both people are heard, including the one who is less comfortable talking.
Balance does not mean neutrality about behavior. If something is causing harm, your therapist will name it. But the work is not a trial, and it does not proceed by assigning blame.
What does the work actually involve?
Your first session is an intake: what brought you in, the history, and a 0 to 10 rating of the conflict and distance. The early work covers each partner’s history, because what each of you brings into the room usually predates the relationship. Out of that comes a treatment plan built with you, with goals tied to the relationship and one personal goal for each of you.
From there, weekly sessions map the pattern. Who pursues, who withdraws, what triggers the loop, and what each of you is protecting.
Then you build skills: raising concerns without attacking, listening without defending, pausing before escalation, and repairing afterward. These are practiced in session, not just described, because they only matter under real pressure.
The work then goes to the substance: trust, resentment, intimacy, and the decisions you have been avoiding. What gets addressed is what you both agree to address.
Once a month you and your therapist review standardized measures together, so progress is tracked rather than guessed at, and the plan is adjusted based on what they show.
What if we are not sure we want to stay together?
That is a legitimate reason to come, and it is more common than people think.
Therapy can help you make that decision with more clarity instead of by exhaustion. Some couples reconnect. Some decide to separate with less damage than they would have otherwise. Your therapist does not push either outcome.
It also helps to say the uncertainty out loud in the room. Many couples spend months circling it privately, and the silence does more harm than the doubt. Naming it usually lowers the pressure rather than raising it, and it lets the work address what is actually happening between you.
Is it too late for us?
That question comes up often, usually from the partner who has been asking for change the longest. It is a fair question, and no therapist can answer it in advance or promise you an outcome.
What we can say is that couples who arrive tired are not the same as couples who are finished. Many people wait years before coming in, and the delay makes the work harder, not impossible. The useful question is not whether it is too late. It is whether both of you are willing to try something different for a few months.
Is marriage counseling different from couples therapy?
No. Marriage counseling and couples therapy are the same structured work: both partners, one therapist, and the pattern between you as the focus. Some people search for a marriage counselor, others for a couples therapist, others for relationship counseling or marital counseling, and they all arrive at the same room.
The work adapts to the relationship in front of it. Married couples often bring marriage-specific weight, including shared finances, in-laws, parenting, and the question of whether to stay, and the sessions take those on directly. Marriage counseling here is also available online, so both partners can join from wherever they are.
Do we have to be married?
No. Couples therapy is for any two partners in a committed relationship, married or not, at any stage. Some couples come before a wedding to work on communication and expectations. You do not need a legal status or a crisis to qualify.
What if my partner will not come?
Start on your own. You can only ever run your half of a pattern, and changing your half often changes the pattern. It is not the same as couples work, and it is far better than waiting.
How do we get started?
You can book online at any time, or call (646) 493-4007 to talk with someone first. We are in-network with most major plans. Coverage for couples sessions varies, so check your benefits before your first appointment.
We see clients in Jamaica, Queens, in Buffalo, and in Carmel, Indiana, with sessions conducted by telehealth across New York and Indiana, including partners joining from different places. Care is focused on your goals as a couple, whatever they are.
What does it look like?
- •Frequent arguments or the same fights on repeat
- •Feeling unheard or disconnected
- •Trouble rebuilding trust
- •Difficulty navigating a major change
- •Growing apart
Who is this for?
- •Couples wanting to communicate better
- •Partners working through conflict or a breach of trust
- •Anyone wanting a stronger, healthier relationship
What does therapy here actually look like?
The first three sessions follow a clear structure, so you always know what is coming next.
- The first session
Your therapist asks what brought you in and the history of the relationship. Both partners speak, and you rate the intensity of the conflict, the distance, and the strain on trust on a 0 to 10 scale. You set a recurring weekly time before you leave.
- The wider picture
Your therapist walks through each partner's life across childhood, adolescence, and adulthood, looking for the patterns and strengths each of you brings into the relationship. You can decline any question.
- Setting the goals
You build the plan together. Goals are tied to the relationship, such as breaking the pursue and withdraw loop, rebuilding trust, and repairing after conflict, each with concrete objectives. Each of you also sets one personal goal that matters to you.
- Ongoing
Weekly sessions work the plan on the issues that matter most, including trust, distance, and major decisions. Once a month you and your therapist review standardized measures to see whether it is working, and the plan is adjusted.
Therapy here is measured, not guessed
Once a month you have a measurement-based care review. You complete standardized measures, and your therapist reviews the trend with you. If something is not working, the plan changes. Regular therapy is the work. The review is the navigation system that keeps it pointed at the right target.
Sessions are weekly for the first two months to build a foundation, then frequency is reassessed with you. You set the pace, and you share only what you are comfortable sharing.
You do not have to figure this out alone.
Choose a time and send your request. It takes about 30 seconds and one short form.
Common questions
Is couples therapy covered by insurance?
Often, yes. Coverage for couples sessions varies by plan, and we verify your specific benefits before your first appointment so there are no surprises. We are in-network with most major plans. In New York: UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Medicare, Oscar Health, Meritain Health, Oxford Health Plans, Cigna, Optum, Highmark BCBS WNY, Univera Healthcare and MagnaCare. In Indiana: Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Cigna and Aetna.
How much does couples therapy cost?
With an in-network plan, you pay your plan's copay or coinsurance rather than the full session fee, and any unmet deductible may apply first. The exact number depends on your plan, so we check your benefits and tell you what a session will cost before you commit to anything.
What happens in the first session?
Both partners describe what brought you in. Your therapist listens to each of you, asks what you want to be different, and works with you to set goals for the sessions ahead.
Does marriage counseling work?
Research on couples methods like emotionally focused therapy is encouraging, and no honest therapist promises an outcome. What the work reliably gives you is a clear view of the pattern between you, practiced tools for changing it, and monthly standardized measures so you both can see whether it is helping.
How long does couples therapy take, and does it work?
It depends on what you are working on. Many couples meet weekly for a few months. No therapist can promise a specific outcome, but the work gives you a clear view of your pattern and practical tools to change it.
Do we need a crisis or a diagnosis to come in?
No. Plenty of couples come for distance, communication, or a major life change rather than a crisis. You do not need a diagnosis to book.
Can we do this by telehealth, and how soon can we be seen?
Yes. Telehealth works well for couples, including partners joining from different locations, anywhere in New York or Indiana. We also see clients in our Jamaica, Buffalo, and Carmel, IN offices, and we respond within one business day.
What if we are not sure about staying together?
That is a legitimate reason to come. Therapy can help you understand the relationship and make a decision with more clarity, whatever you decide.
How do you find a couples therapist?
Look for a licensed therapist who specializes in couples work, takes your insurance, and offers a time that works for both partners. Fit matters, so it is fine to notice how the first session feels for both of you. At MindView we see couples in our locations and by telehealth, match you with a clinician experienced in couples work, and verify your coverage first.
How do you find a couples counselor?
Start with the practical filters, specializes in couples, in your network, available for both of you, then pay attention to whether you both feel comfortable and heard, since the therapist has to hold the relationship, not take a side. MindView offers couples counseling by telehealth and confirms your benefits before you begin, so cost is clear up front.
How much does couples therapy cost?
Cost depends on your insurance and the clinician. When couples sessions are covered by your plan, you typically pay a copay rather than the full fee. At MindView we are in-network with most major plans and verify your couples coverage before the first session, so you know your actual cost in advance rather than getting a surprise bill.
Is relationship counseling the same as couples therapy?
Yes. Relationship counseling, marital counseling, couples counseling, and couples therapy are different names for the same structured work: both partners, one therapist, and the pattern between you as the focus. Whichever term you searched for, you arrive at the same room.
How do I get started?
- 1
Check your insurance
Most major plans are accepted, and checking takes under a minute.
See if we take your insurance - 2
- 3
Meet your therapist
Your first session is an intake. Your therapist asks what brought you in, and you set a weekly time together.
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