The practical guide · India, 2026

How much does couples therapy cost in India?

Couples therapy cost in India depends on the practitioner, city and format. The examples below range from ₹800 to ₹6,000 for a single couples session, with ElloMind couples sessions from ₹800 on a sliding scale. Compare what each fee includes before planning your spending.

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What does a couples therapy session cost in India?

A useful comparison pairs the fee with the appointment length, format and who is in the room. These published examples are a starting point; your quote may be higher or lower.

Source-linked examples checked 15 September 2026
AppointmentPublished feeSource context
Single couples session₹800–₹6,000Named providers below; fees vary by practitioner, city and format.
Couples package, per session≈ ₹2,499–₹2,974Package examples; paid upfront, not a single-session fee.
ElloMind, 50 minutesBoth partners joinFrom ₹800Sliding scale for couples. See fees and plans.

These are provider examples, not a national average or minimum. Looking at individual sessions instead? See the therapy cost in India guide.

Couples therapy cost per session in India: city-wise comparison

Compare published couples and relationship counselling fees across Delhi, Gurugram, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kochi and online. Filter by city, format or budget, then check professional background, duration and additional charges.

More filters: professional, experience, format and duration

8 of 8 fee examples · all cities

Compare across the table, or scroll sideways on a smaller screen. “Starting fee” may be a follow-up fee or the lower end of a range; read the conditions before choosing.

Couples therapy cost per session in India by city · sources checked
City & providerSession feeSession & durationProfessional & experienceExtra charges & source
BengaluruUntangleBengaluru-based; online across IndiaOnline · In-person₹2,999Single couples session (GST included)Estimate from ₹2,999Couples60 minPsychology teamMaster’s (MA/MSc) in counselling or clinical psychology, per providerVaries by practitionerGST included. A 4-session package is priced separately.Check published feesChecked 15 Sep 2026
DelhiAarushi SabharwalGole MarketIn-person₹1,200Relationship counselling consult (aggregator listing)Estimate from ₹1,200CouplesNot publishedCounselling psychologistPsychologist, per Practo listing; confirm credentialsNot published on the listingListing shows no duration or taxes. Delhi listings range up to about ₹6,000; confirm directly.Check published feesChecked 15 Sep 2026
DelhiNeerjaGreater KailashIn-person₹2,000Relationship counselling consult (aggregator listing)Estimate from ₹2,000CouplesNot publishedCounselling psychologistPsychologist, PhD per Practo listingNot published on the listingListing shows no duration or taxes; confirm with the provider.Check published feesChecked 15 Sep 2026
GurugramMental Wellness CentreGurugramOnline · In-person₹1,500–₹5,000Per-hour fee varies with practitioner seniorityEstimate from ₹1,500CouplesPer hourPsychology teamThree psychologists listed by seniority (provider-stated)Varies by practitionerTaxes not stated. Confirm the practitioner and final payable amount.Check published feesChecked 15 Sep 2026
Kochi / AluvaElloMindKochi-based team; online across IndiaOnline₹800–₹1,999+Sliding scale; ₹1,999 standard fee. The + allows a higher chosen payment.Estimate from ₹800Couples50 minutesPsychology teamClinical and counselling psychologists; see individual profilesVaries by practitionerView practitioner detailsBoth partners join. Pay after the session. Optional plans have separate prices and terms.ElloMind fee detailsChecked 15 Sep 2026
MumbaiMansi M DoshiVile Parle WestIn-person₹3,300Relationship counselling consult (aggregator listing)Estimate from ₹3,300CouplesNot publishedCounselling psychologistPsychologist, per Practo listingNot published on the listingListing shows no duration or taxes; confirm with the provider.Check published feesChecked 15 Sep 2026
MumbaiNikhil WarikooLBS MargIn-person₹1,800Relationship counselling consult (aggregator listing)Estimate from ₹1,800CouplesNot publishedCounselling psychologistPsychologist, per Practo listingNot published on the listingListing shows no duration or taxes; confirm with the provider.Check published feesChecked 15 Sep 2026
OnlineCoupleTherapy.inOnline across IndiaOnline₹800Ongoing goal-oriented session; first assessment ₹1,000Estimate from ₹800Couples50–60 min; first session 60–90 minNot publishedCounsellor credentials not stated on the cited fees pageNot publishedProvider states no hidden charges; taxes not stated. Confirm the assigned counsellor.Check published feesChecked 15 Sep 2026
How we selected and checked these examples

We read providers’ own fee pages and service profiles. These are examples from seven cities, not a complete directory, city averages or a ranking of clinical quality. ElloMind is included as the publisher’s own service.

Qualifications and experience are provider-stated. Missing information stays “not published”; a team’s experience varies by practitioner. A source-check date confirms when we read the page, not when the provider last changed its prices.

Fees may cover different appointment lengths, first visits or follow-ups. We list published taxes and flag missing charge details. Package prices, introductory calls, psychiatric consultations and assessments are not combined with therapy-session prices.

What do couples therapy packages cost?

Some providers price multi-session bundles instead of, or alongside, single sessions. A package can lower the per-session fee while increasing the upfront payment. These totals are not single-session fees.

Published couples package examples checked 15 September 2026
ProviderPackageTotalPer session
Nirali Bhatia (Mumbai)Relationship Renewal: 6 couples sessions (60 minutes each)Includes 18% GST; payable upfront; valid 6 months.₹17,842≈ ₹2,974 per session
UntangleCouples package: 4 sessions (60 minutes each)GST included; separate from the single-session fee.₹9,996≈ ₹2,499 per session

Before buying a package, confirm the number of sessions, validity, cancellation and refund terms, and whether the discount applies to a standard or reduced fee.

How much should we budget each month?

Multiply the fee by the number of appointments. For ElloMind couples sessions, four appointments at ₹800 cost ₹3,200; at ₹1,999 they cost ₹7,996. A higher chosen fee increases the total. These are pay-per-session examples, before any package savings.

Pay-per-session examples before extra charges
Fee per session2 sessions4 sessions
₹800₹1,600₹3,200
₹1,999₹3,998₹7,996
₹3,000₹6,000₹12,000

These are arithmetic examples, not a recommended schedule. Enter a fee from the comparison table or your own quote below.

Use any provider’s quoted session fee.

Estimated monthly total₹5,996.00

₹1,499.00 × 4 sessions

See ElloMind’s sliding-scale fees

ElloMind fees at a glance

50 minutes · Online · Malayalam & English

Individual Session
₹800–₹1,499+ / session · sliding scale
Couples Session
₹800–₹1,999+ / session · sliding scale
Teen Session
₹800–₹1,799+ / session · sliding scale

Need a lower fee? The sliding scale starts at ₹800 for individual, couples and teen sessions. The upper figure is the standard fee; higher payments are possible. Choose what to pay after your session.

Individual plan example: 4 sessions for ₹5,396 total, or ₹1,349 per session. Save 10% versus the standard rate.

Plans are optional and valid for 6 months. Compare the full payment and cancellation terms before choosing.

See all plans & pricing Find free or low-cost support

A planning estimate, before travel, extra charges or plan discounts. Agree session frequency with your therapist. Your entries are not saved by this calculator.

How can we make couples therapy more affordable?

  1. Say what you can comfortably spend.Ask whether a reduced fee or sliding scale is available. ElloMind offers sliding-scale payment for couples sessions.
  2. Check support you already have.Ask your workplace or a university clinic about included or lower-cost couples counselling and confidentiality.
  3. Compare the full commitment.Before a package, check the total payment, sessions, expiry, cancellation and refund terms.
  4. Agree a sustainable plan together.Talk about budget and session frequency with the therapist, and revisit it if circumstances change.

A question you can use

“We’re working within a monthly budget. What would the full cost per session be, and do you offer a reduced fee or a lower-cost option for couples?”

Where can we find free or low-cost support?

Free couples-specific counselling is limited, but a national helpline can offer immediate support and point you toward further care.

Free telephone support · 24/7

Tele-MANAS

India’s national mental health helpline offers telephone support and links to further care. A helpline call is different from a recurring appointment with a couples therapist.

Call 1800-89-14416

Details: National Mental Health Programme.

See crisis support options, including ways to reach out when speaking aloud is difficult.

What does couples therapy cost at ElloMind?

Couples sessions in Malayalam or English, with both partners joining. Sliding-scale payment is available, and you pay after the session.

ElloMind fees at a glance

50 minutes · Online · Malayalam & English

Individual Session
₹800–₹1,499+ / session · sliding scale
Couples Session
₹800–₹1,999+ / session · sliding scale
Teen Session
₹800–₹1,799+ / session · sliding scale

Need a lower fee? The sliding scale starts at ₹800 for individual, couples and teen sessions. The upper figure is the standard fee; higher payments are possible. Choose what to pay after your session.

Individual plan example: 4 sessions for ₹5,396 total, or ₹1,349 per session. Save 10% versus the standard rate.

Plans are optional and valid for 6 months. Compare the full payment and cancellation terms before choosing.

Prefer to read about the service first? See couples therapy at ElloMind or meet our psychologists.

Online or in-person couples therapy: which costs less?

Online couples sessions remove travel for both partners and are sometimes priced lower. The session fee itself is not always cheaper, so compare the provider’s quoted fee for each format.

  • Online: both partners need a private space and a reliable connection; you can join from different locations if needed.
  • In-person: include travel and time away from work for two people.

Common questions about couples therapy cost

The named provider examples in this guide range from ₹800 to ₹6,000 for a single couples session, depending on the practitioner, city and format. ElloMind offers couples sessions on a sliding scale from ₹800. These are provider examples, not a national average or a price limit. Confirm the fee and session length with your chosen provider.

Sometimes, because a couples session involves two people and can run longer, but not always. Compare the quoted fee for the same appointment length and format. ElloMind uses the same sliding-scale floor of ₹800 for individual, couples and teen sessions.

Multiply the session fee by the number of appointments you agree on. At ElloMind’s ₹800 couples sliding-scale fee, two sessions cost ₹1,600 and four cost ₹3,200. At the ₹1,999 standard couples rate, two sessions total ₹3,998, before any plan discounts. Many couples start with weekly or fortnightly sessions.

Online sessions can remove travel for both partners and are sometimes priced lower, but the session fee depends on the provider. Compare the quoted fee, appointment length and any extra charges, and make sure both partners have a private space to join from.

They can lower the per-session fee while increasing what you pay upfront. Published couples packages include six-session and four-session bundles. Before buying, check the total payment, number of sessions, validity, cancellation and refund terms, and whether the discount applies to a standard or a reduced fee.

Coverage depends on your policy. The Mental Healthcare Act requires mental illness cover on the same basis as physical illness, but that does not mean every policy reimburses outpatient couples or relationship counselling. Ask your insurer about your specific policy before booking.

Ask about reduced fees or a sliding scale, university training clinics, or counselling included through work. Tele-MANAS provides free telephone mental health support on 1800-89-14416, 24/7. A helpline call is different from a recurring appointment with a couples therapist.

ElloMind couples sessions use a ₹800–₹1,999+ sliding scale for 50 minutes, in Malayalam or English, with both partners joining. Pay after the session; multi-session plans are optional and separately priced.

Sources and price notes

Updated . This guide lists named provider examples, not a national average, a price ceiling or a quote. Confirm the exact fee directly with the provider. Package totals are shown separately and are never combined with single-session fees.

  1. CoupleTherapy.in: session fees. Online couples session and assessment fees.
  2. Untangle: couples therapy. Single-session and package fees, GST-inclusive.
  3. Mental Wellness Centre: marriage counselling fees. Gurugram practitioner fees.
  4. Relationship counselling in Delhi. Named practitioner consult fees (aggregator listing).
  5. Relationship counselling in Mumbai. Named practitioner consult fees (aggregator listing).
  6. Nirali Bhatia: fees and packages. Mumbai couples package, GST-inclusive.
  7. Government of India: National Mental Health Programme. Tele-MANAS access and services.
  8. ElloMind pricing and plans. Standard rates, sliding scale and plan details.

This is a practical cost guide, not an assessment of your relationship needs or an insurance coverage decision. See also the individual therapy cost guide.

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