Couples therapists in Austin, TX

35 verified listings 132 more licensed therapists from the NPI registry Updated September 30, 2026

35 couples therapists in Austin are listed with details from their own websites. 29 of them offer online sessions, and the approaches mentioned most often are Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS). Listed fees run from $50 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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Gottman Method , 1 listing
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Clear Approach: Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Imago , 1 listing
PACT , 1 listing

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Relational Life Therapy , 1 listing
Internal Family Systems (IFS) , 1 listing

What these approaches mean

Gottman Method: Developed by John and Julie Gottman. Usually starts with an assessment, then works on friendship, managing conflict and shared meaning.
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT): Developed by Sue Johnson and grounded in attachment theory. Helps partners change the negative patterns that drive them apart.
Imago: Developed by Harville Hendrix and Helen LaKelly Hunt. Built on the idea that we carry an image from childhood into adult relationships.
PACT: Developed by Stan Tatkin. Combines attachment theory, neuroscience and arousal regulation; sessions can run longer than usual.
Relational Life Therapy: Developed by Terry Real. Teaches relationship skills and works on patterns such as shame, grandiosity and distance.
Internal Family Systems (IFS): Developed by Richard Schwartz. Works with the different “parts” of each person; also adapted for couples.

Couples therapy approaches, explained

Insurance

Cigna , 2 listings
Blue Cross Blue Shield , 2 listings
Aetna , 1 listing
UnitedHealthcare / Optum , 1 listing

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Sessions

Online (telehealth) , 1 listing
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Michelle Luna, MS, LMFT

Type

Marriage & family therapist

Approach

Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Imago, PACT, Relational Life Therapy and Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Sessions

Online and in person

Insurance

Molina

Also

Premarital counseling · LGBTQ+ affirming · Faith-integrated counseling available

Visit website of Michelle Luna (opens in a new tab) Call Michelle Luna at (361) 449-0868

Source: austininconnection.org, checked Sep 30, 2026 NPI 1285144659

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

Questions about couples therapy in Austin

How many couples therapists are listed in Austin?

This page lists 35 verified couples therapists in Austin. Another 132 licensed marriage and family therapists with Austin practice addresses appear in the federal NPI registry but haven’t been confirmed yet.

How much does couples therapy cost in Austin?

Among the 12 verified therapists here who list a fee, session prices range from $50 to $300. 10 mention a sliding scale. Fees change, so confirm the current rate with the therapist.

Can we do couples therapy online in Texas?

Yes. 29 of the 35 verified therapists in Austin 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 Texas (or another state where the therapist holds a license) during sessions.

Do couples therapists in Austin take insurance?

Some do. Of the 35 verified therapists, 5 mention Cigna, 5 mention UnitedHealthcare / Optum and 4 mention Blue Cross Blue Shield on their websites. Many plans cover couples therapy only in limited cases, so ask your insurer and the therapist before your first session.

Which couples therapy approaches do therapists in Austin use?

Of the 35 verified therapists, 16 mention Gottman Method, 14 mention Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), 7 mention Internal Family Systems (IFS) and 4 mention Imago on their websites. Many therapists combine approaches, so ask how they work with couples and how they trained.

Are couples therapists in Austin accepting new clients?

4 of the 35 verified therapists say on their websites that they’re accepting new clients. Openings change quickly, so contact a therapist to confirm.

Are there couples therapists in Austin with evening or weekend hours?

5 of the 35 verified therapists list evening or weekend appointments on their websites.

Can we talk to a therapist in Austin before booking?

12 of the 35 verified therapists mention a free consultation. It’s a chance to ask how they work with couples, what they charge and when they have openings.

Choosing a therapist in Austin

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, 16 verified listings mention the Gottman Method and 14 verified listings mention EFT.
Couples therapy approaches, explained: what Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS) involve, and who developed them.
What couples therapy costs: how Austin fees compare with other cities, and what to ask about insurance.
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Michelle Luna, MS, LMFT