Couples Therapy in Chicago — Heal Together, Reconnect, and Thrive

Couples therapy is a guided process where both partners learn to slow down, really hear each other, and reconnect. At Balanced Awakening, we see therapy not just as a way to resolve conflict, but as an opportunity to deepen intimacy, strengthen communication, and create a thriving partnership.

Couples therapy can help with communication breakdowns, conflict resolution, intimacy concerns, parenting stress, financial disagreements, trust repair after infidelity, navigating life transitions, or simply feeling disconnected. Many couples also come proactively to strengthen their relationship before issues escalate.

Every couple is different. Some benefit from a few months of weekly sessions to build new skills, while others engage longer-term to heal deeper wounds or rebuild trust. Some couples return for occasional “booster” sessions after completing a round of therapy to maintain growth.

In each session, your therapist creates a safe and supportive space for both partners to share openly. You’ll practice communication tools, explore underlying patterns, and work together on real issues in the moment. Many of our therapists use Imago Relationship Therapy, a powerful approach that transforms conflict into connection.

If you feel stuck in the same arguments, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward, therapy can help. Even if your relationship isn’t in crisis, therapy can build stronger foundations for communication, intimacy, and shared vision.

Yes. Confidentiality is central to our work. Your therapist will hold everything shared in session with care and privacy, except in rare cases where safety requires disclosure (as outlined in our informed consent policies).

Absolutely. We welcome all couples, regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, or relationship structure. Balanced Awakening is committed to providing a safe, affirming space for every partnership.

This is common. Sometimes one partner is hesitant at first. We can help you navigate this conversation and, in some cases, start with individual sessions to support one partner.

Our therapists are deeply trained in Imago Relationship Therapy, one of the most effective modalities for helping couples transform conflict into connection. This specialized expertise, combined with a warm and growth-oriented environment, makes Balanced Awakening uniquely equipped to help couples thrive.

Our therapy rate for the first two sessions is $250. After that, 55 minute sessions are $225.

All of our therapists are in network with United Healthcare/Optum, BCBS PPO and Aetna insurance.

Yes. We love helping couples prepare for marriage. Our Premarital Counseling focuses on building communication, intimacy, and a shared vision for your future.

Yes. Couples therapy can help you gain clarity about whether to continue together, and if you decide to separate, we can guide you through the process with respect and care. We also support couples navigating co-parenting or conscious uncoupling.

Married partners may also benefit from exploring our marriage counseling in Chicago page for more specific information.

Absolutely. We offer secure virtual sessions across Illinois. Many couples appreciate the flexibility, and the approaches we use — including Imago dialogue — are highly effective online.