Couples therapists in Irvine, CA

19 verified listings 166 more licensed therapists from the NPI registry Updated October 3, 2026

19 couples therapists in Irvine are listed with details from their own websites. 15 of them offer online sessions, and the approaches mentioned most often are Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method and Imago. Listed fees run from $100 to $300 per session. Whether you’re working through a hard stretch or getting ready to marry, compare how they work and what they charge below.

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Approach

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) , 2 listings
Gottman Method , 1 listing

What these approaches mean

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT): Developed by Sue Johnson and grounded in attachment theory. Helps partners change the negative patterns that drive them apart.
Gottman Method: Developed by John and Julie Gottman. Usually starts with an assessment, then works on friendship, managing conflict and shared meaning.

Couples therapy approaches, explained

Insurance

Aetna , 2 listings
Blue Cross Blue Shield , 1 listing
Medicare , 1 listing

Sessions

Online (telehealth) , 4 listings
In person , 4 listings

Availability

Accepting new clients , 4 listings
Evening or weekend hours Clear Availability: Evening or weekend hours
Free consultation , 7 listings

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Jessica Bonette

Practice details below come from chironpsych.com, which lists several clinicians.

Type

Marriage & family therapist

Sessions

Online and in person

Session length

60 minutes

Hours

Evening or weekend appointments

Fee

$220 per session

Visit website of Jessica Bonette (opens in a new tab) Call Jessica Bonette at (714) 646-8034

Source: chironpsych.com, checked Oct 3, 2026 NPI 1972679538
Chiron Psychological, Inc

Practice details below come from chironpsych.com, which lists several clinicians.

Type

Marriage & family therapy practice

Sessions

Online and in person

Session length

60 minutes

Hours

Evening or weekend appointments

Fee

$220 per session

Visit website of Chiron Psychological, Inc (opens in a new tab) Call Chiron Psychological, Inc at (714) 646-8034

Source: chironpsych.com, checked Oct 3, 2026 NPI 1467984377
Tamara Hyland, LMFT

Type

Marriage & family therapist

Approach

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Gottman Method

Sessions

Online and in person; online for clients in CA

Hours

Evening or weekend appointments

Insurance

Aetna

Also

Premarital counseling

Visit website of Tamara Hyland (opens in a new tab) Book online with Tamara Hyland (opens in a new tab) Call Tamara Hyland at (949) 750-4777

Source: hylandandassoc.com, checked Oct 2, 2026 NPI 1962864124
Sharareh Vaghefi, LMFT

Type

Marriage & family therapist

Approach

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Sessions

Online and in person; online for clients in CA

Session length

60 minutes

Hours

Evening or weekend appointments

Insurance

Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Medicare

Visit website of Sharareh Vaghefi (opens in a new tab) Call Sharareh Vaghefi at (800) 930-0803

Source: headlight.health, checked Sep 30, 2026 NPI 1033794268

166 more licensed therapists from the NPI registry aren’t covered by these filters. See the registry list.

Questions about couples therapy in Irvine

How much does couples therapy cost in Irvine?

Among the 5 verified therapists here who list a fee, session prices range from $100 to $300. Fees change, so confirm the current rate and any sliding-scale options with the therapist.

Can we do couples therapy online in California?

Yes. 15 of the 19 verified therapists in Irvine offer online sessions. A therapist can generally only see clients online while those clients are located in a state where the therapist is licensed, so both partners should be in California (or another state where the therapist holds a license) during sessions.

Do couples therapists in Irvine take insurance?

Some do. Insurers mentioned on verified therapists’ websites include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and UnitedHealthcare / Optum. Many plans cover couples therapy only in limited cases, so ask your insurer and the therapist before your first session.

Choosing a therapist in Irvine

How to choose a couples therapist: license types, how to check a license, and questions to ask before a first session.
Gottman Method vs. EFT: here, 4 verified listings mention the Gottman Method and 6 verified listings mention EFT.
Couples therapy approaches, explained: what Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method and Imago involve, and who developed them.
What couples therapy costs: how Irvine fees compare with other cities, and what to ask about insurance.
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Jessica Bonette

Chiron Psychological, Inc

Tamara Hyland, LMFT

Sharareh Vaghefi, LMFT