couples therapy in chicago

Counseling is a space for partners to slow things down, talk honestly, and work through what’s not working in their relationship. It’s not about deciding who’s right or wrong. It’s about understanding patterns, improving communication, and figuring out how to move forward together in a healthier way.

At Grace Therapy, we provide online couples therapy for partners in Chicago and across Illinois, working in a practical, evidence-based way. You’ll meet with a fully licensed clinician who helps you talk about real relationship issues, whether that’s ongoing conflict, feeling disconnected, rebuilding trust, or navigating a major life change.

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What Couples Therapy Can Help With

Talking through conflict without it turning into the same argument over and over
Expressing needs, boundaries, and concerns more clearly
Understanding each other’s emotional reactions instead of shutting down or escalating
Working through hurt, resentment, or betrayal
Rebuilding emotional and physical connection
Making decisions together about parenting, careers, or next steps as a couple

Our Approach to Couples Therapy

Couples therapy at Grace Therapy is grounded in evidence-based approaches, with cognitive behavioral therapy as the foundation. Our fully licensed online clinicians also draw from well-researched relationship models to help couples understand patterns, repair disconnection, and build stronger communication.

Depending on your needs, therapy may include elements from approaches such as:

Gottman Method Couples Therapy
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for couples
Solution-focused and attachment-based approaches

When Couples Therapy Might Be Helpful

Arguing more often or feeling emotionally distant
Struggling with trust or trying to repair after infidelity
Having trouble communicating without blame, shutdowns, or defensiveness
Feeling disconnected due to stress, parenting, or work demands
Wanting to strengthen your relationship and prevent bigger issues down the line