Couples Therapy in Iowa

Every relationship has ups and downs. Stress, miscommunication, or major life changes can make it harder to feel close and connected. At Alli Center, our licensed marriage and family therapists provide evidence-based couples counseling that helps partners rebuild trust, communicate better, and create healthier patterns together.  We see couples in person at our Coralville and North Liberty offices near Iowa City, and by secure telehealth across Iowa. Request Couples Therapy or contact us to get started.

Meet Our Couples Therapists

Our couples therapy team serves clients in person at our Coralville and North Liberty offices and online across Iowa. Each therapist brings unique strengths to help couples reconnect and grow together. Click any name to read their full bio.

• Amanda Bocock, LMFT, CADC: Provides couples and marriage therapy at our Coralville office using Internal Family Systems and a mindful, solution-focused approach. As a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC), she also supports couples navigating substance use, along with veterans, first responders, and medical professionals. 

• Natalia Cherjovsky, LMFT: Sees couples and individuals age 25 and older at our Coralville office and by telehealth, with an integrative, LGBTQIA-affirming approach. Couples work is her passion, informed by her background as a communication professor. A native Spanish speaker, she also offers sessions in Spanish.

• Sarah Klahs, LMSW: Provides individual and couples counseling at our Coralville office centered on healthy attachment, intimacy, and connection. A certified postpartum doula, she brings particular care to new parents and couples in the peripartum period, and also supports divorce and co-parenting. She is LGBTQIA2s+ affirming.

• Emily Stecker, TLMFT: Works with couples and families at our North Liberty office through a systemic, strengths-based lens focused on rebuilding attachment and communication. She has a special interest in couples and families navigating chronic illness, and welcomes people from all religious (or non-religious) backgrounds.

• Rachel Huntington, LMFT: Offers statewide telehealth for individuals working through relationship concerns such as communication, trust, and self-discovery. She enjoys supporting younger adults defining themselves beyond their family of origin.

Not sure who's the right fit? Request to work with a couples therapist or call (319) 804-9312 and we'll help match you with the right provider.

Common Reasons Couples Seek Therapy

• Frequent arguments that never feel resolved

• Communication breakdowns or feeling unheard

• Rebuilding trust after a betrayal or infidelity

• Adjusting to life transitions (marriage, parenthood, relocation, retirement)

• Growing distance, loneliness, or lack of intimacy

Our Approach

We believe couples therapy should be practical, respectful, and solution-focused. Our therapists use evidence-based methods, including family systems therapy, CBT-informed tools, and relational approaches. Sessions are designed to help you and your partner:

• Identify unhelpful patterns

• Practice new communication skills

• Explore emotions in a safe environment

• Create a shared vision for your relationship

What to Expect in Sessions

• Collaborative work: Both partners are involved in setting goals.

• Practical tools: You’ll leave sessions with strategies to use at home.

• Safe space: Your therapist ensures each partner feels heard and respected.

• Many couples notice progress in 3-6 sessions, with the option for longer-term work.

Frequently Asked Questions about Couples Therapy at Alli Center in Iowa

Do you take insurance for couples therapy?

Yes. We’re in-network with many major insurers and can bill sessions under standard family therapy codes (such as 90847) when insurance allows. Because coverage varies widely, clients are responsible for confirming their benefits directly with their insurance company.

What if we can’t afford therapy or don’t have insurance?

We also provide low-cost and/or pro bono options through our graduate interns. This means couples can still access support even if finances or insurance are a barrier.

What approaches do you use in couples therapy?

Our therapists draw from a variety of evidence-based methods, including family systems therapy, CBT-informed tools, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Gottman Method techniques. Your therapist will tailor the approach to fit your relationship’s unique needs.

What life transitions can couples therapy help with?

We support couples through many changes, including marriage, parenthood, relocation, retirement, and coping with a chronic or terminal medical diagnosis.

Can therapy still help if one partner feels unsure?

Yes. It’s common for partners to enter therapy with different levels of motivation. Part of our work is creating safety and helping each partner feel invested in the process.

How long does couples therapy usually last?

Many couples start noticing improvements within a few sessions. Some continue longer-term to deepen their connection.

How do I schedule a couples therapy appointment?

You can request a couples therapy appointment online or call us at 319-804-9312. We’ll connect you with the right therapist for your needs and help you get started quickly.

Ready to Begin?

Whether you’re in Coralville, Iowa City, North Liberty, or anywhere in Iowa connecting through telehealth, we’re here to support you.

Request a Couples Therapy appointment or Contact Us today.