Kalamazoo, Michigan
Couples Therapy & Marriage Counseling for Kalamazoo Couples
Looking for a couples therapist in Kalamazoo? My office is about 15 minutes south of downtown Kalamazoo in Portage, on W. Centre Avenue between Oakland Drive and S. Westnedge, with sessions available online too.
I'm Samantha Sanders, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist working with married, engaged, blended-family and ethically non-monogamous couples from across Kalamazoo County.
Why couples come in
Common reasons Kalamazoo couples reach out
- Constant arguing, or not talking at all
- Feeling like roommates after kids, careers or a move
- An affair or emotional affair
- Stepparenting and blended family stress
- Opening a relationship or starting out in polyamory
- Preparing for marriage
- Deciding whether to stay together
Getting here
Driving from Kalamazoo
The office is at 1611 W. Centre Ave., Suite 201 in Portage, a short drive down Westnedge or Oakland from Kalamazoo. Typical drive times without traffic:
- Downtown Kalamazoo: about 15 minutes
- Western Michigan University: about 15 minutes
- Kalamazoo College: about 17 minutes
- Oshtemo Township: about 20 minutes
- Texas Township: about 9 minutes
- Comstock: about 18 minutes
Evening appointments are available Monday through Thursday until 8 PM.
What to expect
How couples therapy works with me
Before joint sessions begin, I meet with each partner individually for one session. Then we meet together for couples therapy and work on what's happening between you: the arguments, the hurt and what each of you needs. I'll hold both of you accountable.
I've been married more than ten years and live in a blended family. That's why I focus on blended families and ethical non-monogamy, not because I claim to be an expert, but because I live it.
Insurance & cost
Insurance and self-pay options
I'm in network with Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, Priority Health, UnitedHealthcare and TRICARE. Couples coverage depends on your plan, so check your benefits first. Self-pay couples sessions are $200 after a $250 intake.
“Every lasting relationship is built on the daily choice to continue choosing one another. When we lose sight of that commitment, even the strongest foundations can begin to crack.”
Getting started
How sessions work
Reach out
Call, email or send an appointment request. Samantha will get back to you to find a time.
Meet one-on-one first
For couples and family work, Samantha meets with each person individually for one session before everyone meets together, so each person can share their side.
In person or online
Meet at the Portage office on W. Centre Ave. or by Zoom or phone from anywhere in Michigan, Florida or South Carolina. Self-pay sessions run 45 minutes.
Insurance accepted: Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), Blue Care Network (BCN), Priority Health, UnitedHealthcare (UHC), TRICARE. Self-pay rates and policies are on the Rates & Insurance page.
Questions
Questions from Kalamazoo couples
Are you located in Kalamazoo?
The office is in Portage, Michigan, which borders Kalamazoo to the south, about 15 minutes from downtown. Online sessions are also available anywhere in Michigan, Florida or South Carolina.
Do you offer evening couples sessions?
Yes. Office hours run until 8 PM Monday through Thursday, and Friday 11 AM to 3 PM.
Do you take Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan?
Yes, along with Blue Care Network, Priority Health, UnitedHealthcare and TRICARE. Couples therapy coverage varies by plan.
Do you work with WMU or K-College students and staff?
Samantha works with adults, including students, faculty and staff, for individual and couples therapy.
From the blog
Related reading from Samantha
Office & online
Serving Kalamazoo, Portage & Kalamazoo County
The office sits on W. Centre Avenue between Oakland Drive and S. Westnedge, about two minutes from Portage City Hall and six from Crossroads Mall. It’s roughly 15 minutes from downtown Kalamazoo and WMU, under 20 from Texas Township, Vicksburg, Oshtemo and Mattawan, and within half an hour of Paw Paw, Plainwell, Richland and Battle Creek. Not close by? Sessions are also available by Zoom or phone anywhere in Michigan, South Carolina or Florida.
Therapize Counseling & Wellness
1611 W. Centre Ave., Suite 201
Portage, MI 49024
More services
Other ways I can help
Couples & Marriage Counseling
For couples who keep having the same argument, feel like roommates, or want to feel close again.
Pre-Marital Counseling
Talk about money, family, conflict and expectations before the wedding.
Blended Families
Stepparents, stepkids, exes and new siblings. Help from a therapist who lives in a blended family too.
Ethical Non-Monogamy
Therapy for polyamorous, open and ethically non-monogamous relationships, without judgment.
Affair & Infidelity Recovery
For couples dealing with a physical or emotional affair, whether you stay together or not.
Intimacy & Desire
Mismatched desire, a dry spell, or feeling like roommates. Help for couples who want to feel close again.
Let's connect.
Schedule a couples session
Reach out to talk about what you are looking for and whether we are a good fit. In person in Portage, or online anywhere in Michigan, South Carolina or Florida.