Virtual Couples Counseling in Louisiana
Can therapy really work through a screen? I get asked this all the time. Whether you're in Lake Charles or anywhere in Louisiana, virtual couples counseling can help you find real connection without stepping into an office. If you've felt distance growing between you and your partner, here's the raw, honest truth on how online work happens and what might shift for you.
When You Know Something's Off
You might catch yourself sitting beside each other yet feeling miles apart. Maybe every little thing they do sets you on edge. Or you scroll through your phone, half-listening, half-dreading what comes next.
Last month I worked with a couple who hadn't laughed together in weeks. She described a lump in her throat whenever he spoke. He said he felt exhausted by her silence. Both feared that asking for help would mean admitting they'd failed each other.
Noticing those moments is huge. Most people ignore the buzz of tension and hope it fades. By admitting it feels off, you're already taking a step toward repairing the tune of your partnership.
What it Looks Like
You'll set up on a device with a screen and internet: computer, tablet, or phone. Find a private spot where you can close a door or use headphones. We use Zoom, so we'll do a quick test call to check mic levels and camera angle.
Sessions run 60 minutes. Every session is different based on what you need that day. Sometimes we'll work on communication skills, sometimes we'll dig into patterns that keep you stuck. You won't get a stack of homework, but I might send you an article or resource that fits what we talked about.
Let's Talk Money
My rate is $150 per session. I get it, that's real money, and spending it on therapy can feel weird at first.
Here's what you're actually paying for: an hour where someone helps you stop talking past each other. Where you learn to fight better, not just fight less. Where you figure out how to ask for what you need without it turning into an argument.
Most couples tell me they wish they'd started sooner. Not because the money doesn't matter, but because the cost of staying stuck, the tension, the loneliness, the walking on eggshells, that costs too.
All billing and paperwork runs through Simple Practice, so the logistics are easy. You'll get appointment reminders and can handle payments online.
Virtual vs. In-Person
Look, I'll be honest with you. In-person couples therapy has some clear advantages. There's something about sitting in the same room together that can't be fully replicated online. Body language is clearer, energy is more tangible, and some couples just connect better face to face.
But virtual therapy has real benefits too. No more traffic jams crossing the 210 bridge or rushing from work to an office. You sit side by side on your couch, maybe with morning coffee or a soft blanket. That comfort can help you open up instead of guarding your words.
Couples who travel for work or juggle schedules love that we can keep meeting, even if one of you is in Shreveport and the other is in New Orleans. Your relationship doesn't get put on hold because of a business trip or a family visit.
Some people tell me they feel safer revealing hard truths when they're in their own space. That sense of safety can accelerate progress in ways you might not expect.
What Could Change
Imagine noticing less tension in your voice. Picture a moment when you laugh together again, more easily. After a few sessions, couples often report feeling more curious than critical. They find fresh words to ask for what they need.
This work can shift how you listen, how you speak. It can bring back the warmth of shared jokes, the soft look that says "I've got you." You might start small: pausing before a reaction, checking in rather than assuming. Those tiny openings can grow into deeper closeness.
Taking the Next Step
Look, deciding to do couples therapy isn't easy. Maybe you've been thinking about it for months. Maybe you're here because your partner suggested it. Either way, you're here. You don't need to figure everything out before you start. That's what the sessions are for. Book when it feels right, not when it feels perfect.
Disclaimer: This blog is for informational purposes only and does not establish a therapist-client relationship.
