Slow down.
Notice the pattern.
Come home to each other.
Relationship and couples therapy for partners navigating communication challenges, conflict, trust, and life transitions. Grounded in mindfulness-based, systems-informed care, we help you build the awareness that makes real change possible.
We meet you both with presence and curiosity, walking alongside your relationship as you come to understand each other more fully.
Does any of this sound familiar?
The same argument on repeat. A distance that crept in without either of you quite noticing. Wanting to feel like a team again. You do not need the right words for it here. You only need to be willing to look at it, together.
Do you have to be on the verge of breaking up to try couples therapy?
No. Couples therapy is not only for the breaking point. It is for any partnership that wants more clarity, more connection, or a different way of moving through conflict. Maybe things are hard right now. Maybe things are fine, and you simply want to understand each other better.
You do not need to have it all figured out. You only need to be willing to slow down and look at the pattern together. That step, small as it may seem, is worth taking.
With greater awareness comes greater choice.
What can couples therapy help with?
Every relationship is different. This work is not about fitting into a predetermined mold, it is about supporting the relationship you want to build.
Tap what resonates with you.
Communication that connects
Learning to say what you mean and hear what your partner means, even in the hard conversations.
Rebuilding trust
Working through breaches, big or small, at a pace that feels honest for both of you.
Understanding your conflict cycle
Noticing how conflict unfolds and where it gets stuck, so you can respond differently.
Intimacy and connection
Navigating differences in emotional or physical intimacy needs with more understanding.
Life transitions, together
Moving through change, a move, a new baby, a career shift, as a team instead of two people drifting.
Clarifying what you both want
Whether that is repair, reconnection, or thoughtfully evaluating what comes next.
Looking for support with something more specific?
What does couples therapy look like in session?
Our approach is rooted in mindfulness-based, systems-informed care, built around your relationship, not a fixed script.
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Noticing the Pattern
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We help you slow down and see how conflict unfolds, how distance develops, and how misunderstandings take hold, because awareness creates choice.
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A Nonjudgmental Space
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A supportive environment where each partner feels heard and respected, whatever you are navigating together.
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Collaborative & Tailored
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Structured, evidence-based work shaped around your relationship's specific goals, not a one-size-fits-all model.
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Who We Work With
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Monogamous, polyamorous, and LGBTQ+ couples, plus interracial, intercultural, and interfaith relationships, at every stage from dating to co-parenting.
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How do I start therapy?
Starting therapy does not have to feel like a leap. The path forward is just three steps.
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Fill Out the Form
This step is simple, share a few details so we can start checking your insurance benefits, gather therapist options and available times, and follow up to talk through how we can help.
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A First Conversation
Your first conversation is a chance to share what brought you here and find the right therapist fit for your relationship. No pressure to have it all figured out beforehand.
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Build the Work Together
From there, we help you notice your patterns, strengthen communication, and move toward the relationship you want to build, together.
Is couples therapy the right fit for you?
There is no single kind of relationship that walks through this door. Therapy here is built to flex around what you and your partner need.
Tap what fits your situation.
We work with monogamous couples, polyamorous and ethically non-monogamous partners, LGBTQ+ couples, and interracial, intercultural, and interfaith relationships, at every stage from dating to co-parenting to discernment.
Do we accept your insurance?
We are in-network with the following plans. If your insurance is not listed, we also offer sliding scale options, reach out and we will help you figure out what fits.
Have questions about coverage or cost? Reach out, we're happy to help.
What does it feel like to work with us?
Every therapist here brings extensive training in evidence-based, third-wave behavioral approaches, including ACT, DBT, MBCT, and MBSR.
What Clients Are Saying
Worked with Laura for several years and it is not an understatement to say it was one of the best decisions I have ever made. She is incredibly skilled in her craft and created a safe yet challenging environment to explore and grow.
Gabrielle MurrayI've attended meditation group here and always appreciate the peaceful feeling that radiates through the space. Anuj and Laura are both kind and dedicated professionals.
Casey ClagueLaura is an amazing therapist and I really value the work we are doing. She is extremely knowledgeable and able to guide me in the right direction in a very skillful manner.
Adam KohenI absolutely adore my therapist Ethan, they have helped me deal with the issues going on in my life and I am truly happy with them.
John DerenoskiI recently started working with Anuj because I wanted to incorporate mindfulness and meditation into my therapeutic journey. His background in both western therapeutic methods and Buddhism is a great combination.
Tanya SonnaThis is my first time being in therapy and CIP made the process of getting set up easy and seamless. Been working with Kosta for the last two years, which has had such a profound impact on my life.
Ken JonesStill have questions?
What can couples therapy help with? ⌄
Couples therapy can help with communication challenges, conflict, trust concerns, differences in intimacy needs, and life transitions. Sessions may focus on improving communication, repairing trust, clarifying boundaries, and developing healthier ways to navigate conflict together.
Do you work with non-monogamous or polyamorous relationships? ⌄
Yes. We provide affirming, inclusive care for monogamous couples, polyamorous and ethically non-monogamous relationships, and partners across a wide range of structures and identities. Therapy is not about fitting into a predetermined mold, it is about supporting the relationship you want to build.
Do we have to be married to come to couples therapy? ⌄
Not at all. We work with partners at every stage, dating, engaged, married, long-term, and everything in between, along with blended families and co-parenting partners.
What if only one of us wants to come to therapy? ⌄
Couples therapy generally works best with both partners present, since the relationship itself is the client. If your partner is not ready to join yet, individual therapy can still be a useful place to start while you figure out next steps together.
What happens in our first session? ⌄
Your first session focuses on getting to know each other and understanding what brought you in, not immediate advice. Expect guided conversation about your relationship's history and what you are both hoping for, with space to ask questions of your own.
What if we don't feel a connection with our therapist? ⌄
It is more common than people expect, and it does not mean something is wrong with your relationship. If a therapist does not feel like the right fit for you both, say so. We will help you find someone on our team who does.
Do you take insurance? ⌄
Yes. We currently accept Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Cigna, and Aetna.
How much does a session cost? ⌄
Initial intake sessions range from $160 to $200 for 55 minutes. Regular sessions are $150 for 55 minutes. We also offer sliding scale options for clients who qualify, reach out to our intake team to find a pricing option that fits your needs.
How long does couples therapy typically take? ⌄
It depends on what you and your partner are working through. Some couples benefit from a focused round of sessions, while others engage in longer-term work for deeper, lasting change. There is no fixed timeline.
Is virtual couples therapy as effective as in-person? ⌄
Yes. Sessions are held on a secure, HIPAA-compliant video platform, and virtual couples therapy is available anywhere in Illinois, not just Andersonville.