New York & New Jersey
Strengthen Your Relationship | Reconnect With Your Partner
If you’re struggling with relationship issues or want to improve the quality of your relationship, couples counseling can be an excellent resource. Our couples counseling services provide a safe and supportive environment for you and your partner to explore your thoughts and feelings, learn new skills, and strengthen your bond. Some reasons some couples might seek out counseling could be:
- Communication problems: Couples may struggle with expressing their thoughts and emotions in a healthy and constructive way, which can lead to misunderstandings and conflicts.
- Trust issues: Infidelity, secrets, and lies can erode trust in a relationship, making it difficult for partners to feel safe and secure.
- Conflict resolution: Couples may find themselves stuck in a cycle of arguing and fighting, without being able to find common ground or resolve their conflicts.
- Life changes: Major life changes, such as the birth of a child, relocation, job loss, or a death in the family, can place significant stress on a relationship and require support and guidance to navigate.
- Growing apart: Over time, couples may drift apart, lose their connection, or feel like they no longer share the same values and goals.
- Mental health issues: Depression, anxiety, addiction, and other mental health issues can impact a relationship, making it challenging for partners to connect and support each other.
Feel The Love Again
Whether you are a couple that is currently doing well and simply seeking pre-marital counseling, or a couple that is currently struggling and on the verge of rupture; couples therapy helps strengthen relationships for those needing a little tune up or full repair.
For all couples, happy and unhappy
LGBTQIA+ Friendly
Polyamory Friendly
Address Your Relationship Issues
Some of the most common issues faced in couples counseling include lying, infidelity, and sexuality. Sometimes couples feel misaligned and not on the same page about child rearing, in-laws and the spending of money. Couples in recovery who have faced addiction in the relationship can feel they are fighting a constant battle. Mental illness in a relationship can also present unique challenges for loved ones. Working with a couples therapist can help to address a range of challenging situations couples may face.
Leaving Relationship Issues Unaddressed Can Result In:
- Depression and anger
- Lack of intimacy
- Difficulty in taking care of children
- Increased risk of domestic violence, suicide, & health issues
- Divorce
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About Us
Highest Quality Therapy Practice Serving New York & New Jersey
It takes courage to commit to therapy. It is our distinct pleasure and honor to be a part of your journey in personal growth. We are equally committed to providing you therapy of the highest quality and are dedicated to helping you successfully navigate the process, every step of the way.
All therapists and psychologists at Avena Psychological Services, PLLC are qualified mental health providers with many years experience helping people grow, and thrive.
Virtual Mental Health Therapy Tailored For Your Comfort
Contact us to start therapy conducted through technological means for your convenience.
Video Call Therapy
Online therapy conducted via Zoom. Video meetings allow you to see your therapist from the comfort of your preferred location.
Phone Call Therapy
Full service therapy conducted via a phone call. Have full conversation with your therapist without the need to be seen.
Concierge Therapy
Personal appointments can be tailored to special locations through a prior approved agreement with Dr. Avena.
We hope to make your mental health journey as easy as possible by accepting the below insurances.
Do You Have Any Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
What Payment Methods Are Accepted?
We are in-network with Aetna, United Healthcare, Oxford, and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We also accept out of network benefits and will submit claims for our out of network clients. We also accept self-pay and can sometimes offer reduced rates.
Our office staff are happy to do the groundwork for you, and they will verify your benefits, submit your claims, and have any reimbursements paid directly to you.
How Do I Verify My Out of Network Benefits?
Avena Psychological Services partners with Advekit to serve our clients using their out-of-network benefits. If you are interested in utilizing your out-of-network benefits for therapy services, or are unsure whether your plan includes out-of-network coverage, please use the links below to enter your insurance information into your prospective therapist’s Advekit profile.
After entering your information, Advekit will verify your benefits and will email you about your coverage. After verification, our office staff are happy to submit your insurance claims, and have any reimbursements paid directly to you.
If you decide you would prefer to be self-pay or do not have out-of-network coverage, please feel free to contact our office to discuss reduced rates!
Where Are You Located?
We conduct all therapy through digital means. Our business mailing address is:
99 Wall Street #4424
New York, NY 10005
Getting Ready For Change
After your scheduled consultation has been completed, you will be emailed onboarding documents needed for officially starting therapy. Completing these documents with accurate information is the first step to getting ready for change.
Some people feel more nervous about scheduling a consultation than others. In order to feel more confident, there are things you can do to get your mind psychologically prepped for your consultation. Whether or not you come to the consultation with prepped notes, your therapist will ask you questions to ascertain your goals for therapy. If you would like a tool to bring for more consultation confidence, consider bringing notes on the bullet points below.
In order to prepare for this consultation, here are a few things you can do (this is optional):
- Ask yourself why you are seeking therapy. Write some bullet points down, about 2 to 4, to be briefly discussed during your consultation.
- Name about 2 to 4 feelings you are struggling with.
- Write 2 to 4 things you are wanting to accomplish from therapy.
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Reach Out Today, Start Feeling Better Soon.
Phone
212-906-4495
Mailing Address
99 Wall Street #4424 New York, NY 10005
Serving New York & New Jersey via Telehealth | In-Network Insurers | See FAQ for More Payment Information