Couples therapists in Virginia Beach, VA

19 verified listings 16 more licensed therapists from the NPI registry Updated October 2, 2026

19 couples therapists in Virginia Beach are listed with details from their own websites. 16 of them offer online sessions, and the approaches mentioned most often are Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method and Prepare/Enrich. Listed fees run from $100 to $195 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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Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) , 6 listings
Gottman Method , 3 listings
Prepare/Enrich Clear Approach: Prepare/Enrich
Imago , 1 listing

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Internal Family Systems (IFS) , 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.
Prepare/Enrich: An online relationship assessment followed by feedback sessions with a trained facilitator, for engaged or married couples.
Imago: Developed by Harville Hendrix and Helen LaKelly Hunt. Built on the idea that we carry an image from childhood into adult relationships.
Internal Family Systems (IFS): Developed by Richard Schwartz. Works with the different “parts” of each person; also adapted for couples.

Couples therapy approaches, explained

2 of 19 verified listings match:

Prepare/Enrich Remove filter Approach: Prepare/Enrich

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Chesapeake Bay Counseling, PLLC

Type

Marriage & family therapy practice

Approach

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Prepare/Enrich

Sessions

Online (telehealth); online for clients in VA

Insurance

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Fee

$165 per session; free 15-minute consultation

Also

Premarital counseling

Visit website of Chesapeake Bay Counseling, PLLC (opens in a new tab) Book online with Chesapeake Bay Counseling, PLLC (opens in a new tab) Call Chesapeake Bay Counseling, PLLC at (757) 255-8527

Source: chesapeakebaycounselingpllc.com, checked Oct 2, 2026 NPI 1255082681
Rachel Policay, LMFT

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

Type

Marriage & family therapist

Approach

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Prepare/Enrich

Sessions

Online and in person; online for clients in VA

Insurance

Medicaid

Also

Premarital counseling · LGBTQ+ affirming

Visit website of Rachel Policay (opens in a new tab) Call Rachel Policay at (757) 255-8527

Source: mentalhealth.com, checked Oct 2, 2026 NPI 1801476767

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

Questions about couples therapy in Virginia Beach

How many couples therapists are listed in Virginia Beach?

This page lists 19 verified couples therapists in Virginia Beach. Another 16 licensed marriage and family therapists with Virginia Beach practice addresses appear in the federal NPI registry but haven’t been confirmed yet.

How much does couples therapy cost in Virginia Beach?

Among the 6 verified therapists here who list a fee, session prices range from $100 to $195. 5 mention a sliding scale. Fees change, so confirm the current rate with the therapist.

Can we do couples therapy online in Virginia?

Yes. 16 of the 19 verified therapists in Virginia Beach 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 Virginia (or another state where the therapist holds a license) during sessions.

Do couples therapists in Virginia Beach take insurance?

Some do. Of the 19 verified therapists, 10 mention Blue Cross Blue Shield, 9 mention TRICARE and 8 mention Aetna 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 Virginia Beach use?

Of the 19 verified therapists, 6 mention Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), 3 mention Gottman Method, 2 mention Prepare/Enrich and 1 mentions Imago on their websites. Many therapists combine approaches, so ask how they work with couples and how they trained.

Are couples therapists in Virginia Beach accepting new clients?

4 of the 19 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 Virginia Beach with evening or weekend hours?

1 of the 19 verified therapists lists evening or weekend appointments on their websites.

Can we talk to a therapist in Virginia Beach before booking?

3 of the 19 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 Virginia Beach

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, 3 verified listings mention the Gottman Method and 6 verified listings mention EFT.
Couples therapy approaches, explained: what Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method and Prepare/Enrich involve, and who developed them.
What couples therapy costs: how Virginia Beach fees compare with other cities, and what to ask about insurance.
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Chesapeake, VA 15 mi

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Chesapeake Bay Counseling, PLLC

Rachel Policay, LMFT