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Thrive Couples Counseling

Marriage or relationship counselor · Morton Grove, IL · reviewed since 2020

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 69%70+48.5Reliability 31%53+16.3Experts Score= 65Not enough data for value, replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.65SCORE
BGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#32 of 40 marriage counselorsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 21%
4.8 ★★★★★ 34 Google reviews · 5 photos
94%five-star reviews
10%1–2★, last 20 reviewsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
82%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2024latest review

Thrive Couples Counseling at a glance

Thrive Couples Counseling holds a 4.8 rating from 34 reviews, with the owner responding to 82% of feedback. Clients frequently praise the practice for its compassionate, professional, and individualized approach to relationship issues, divorce, and co-parenting, noting that counselors provide actionable guidance and help clients gain clarity. However, a small number of one-star reviews describe specific sessions as unhelpful, citing concerns about a counselor's use of explicit language or a perception that the therapist offered only passive listening without sufficient advice.

  • Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 34 reviews (94% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 34 Google reviews (34 with written comments).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 82% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 1, 2024.
  • Service: Marriage Counselor serving Morton Grove, Illinois.

Data from Google, last updated October 31, 2026.

Star ratings

34 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars3294%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star26%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 34 written reviews

  • Praise3697%
  • Complaints13%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Would recommend1746%
  • Staff & attitude1541%
  • Communication411%
  • Speed & response13%

What customers talk about

We read 34 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “I definitely recommend his services because he really does understand us.”
  • “She is compassionate & brings her measured life experiences to the dialogue.”
  • “…while also providing ways I can be a stronger individual and better communicator and partner.…”
  • “I was immediately comfortable and confident that she was a great match.”

People customers mention

  • Jimmy 5 reviews
  • Megan 5 reviews
  • Donna 4 reviews
  • Tara 3 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

MarioLocal Guide · 30 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★

Jimmy has helped my wife and I understand each other in a way that we could've imagined. Jimmy thank you! I definitely recommend his services because he really does understand us.

YARALocal Guide · 21 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★

My husband and i have tried different couselors to help us out with some of our issues. We finnaly found someone that we feel that really cares and understands us. Jimmy has helped us so much. He is very professional and ethical. He respects our believes and opiniones. We feel very comfortable with him and the way…

DavidLocal Guide · 15 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★

My experience with Jimmy was great. I had some very engaging sessions with him, in which I learned a lot about how i view my myself, my partner, relationships, and life. I felt like Jimmy took a vested interest in my story and also really challenged me with some impactful and challenging self reflection questions.…

Sarah14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★

Our therapist Jimmy was absolutely the least helpful therapist I’ve ever had the unfortunate experience of seeing. Uses explicit and vulgar language, uses very painful experiences that he really knows nothing about (abortion due to health reasons) to apparently try to elicit anger from my husband. Referred to me as…

Bindu2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★

Meagan our counselor did not offer any advice other than just listening for 12 sessions. Totally not helpful. In those sessions the only word she said were hmmm.. When questioned she said her job was to give clarity. This was couples counseling to help with issues rather than just sit and act bored. Went to see…

NinaLocal Guide · 14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 years ago★★★★★

Currently working with Jimmy to heal from past wounds and adjust my unhealthy attachment style, he has been a big help in the process. I've been seeing him for almost 2 months and I already see a big difference in myself. However , if anyone is thinking of counseling for similar things .. I strongly suggest you…

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Customer reviews

4.8 ★★★★★ 34 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Team members customers mention
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Mario JonesLocal Guide · 30 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Mario has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Jimmy has helped my wife and I understand each other in a way that we could've imagined. Jimmy thank you! I definitely recommend his services because he really does understand us.

Jamilex Delcid8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jamilex has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Jimmy is the best!

YARA MARCELA BACCA DELGADOLocal Guide · 21 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews YARA has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

My husband and i have tried different couselors to help us out with some of our issues. We finnaly found someone that we feel that really cares and understands us. Jimmy has helped us so much. He is very professional and ethical. He respects our believes and opiniones. We feel very comfortable with him and the way he has guided us to overcome our differences. His guidance and compassion have been a sooting balm to help us healing the wounds that kept us apart Thanks so much Jimmy for all you do for us!

David BrandweinLocal Guide · 15 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews David has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

My experience with Jimmy was great. I had some very engaging sessions with him, in which I learned a lot about how i view my myself, my partner, relationships, and life. I felt like Jimmy took a vested interest in my story and also really challenged me with some impactful and challenging self reflection questions. He’s really good at what he does, and provided me a good balance of building back confidence, while also providing ways I can be a stronger individual and better communicator and partner.

Sarah F14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Sarah has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Our therapist Jimmy was absolutely the least helpful therapist I’ve ever had the unfortunate experience of seeing. Uses explicit and vulgar language, uses very painful experiences that he really knows nothing about (abortion due to health reasons) to apparently try to elicit anger from my husband. Referred to me as a bully and asked my husband if I scare him. When I tried to defend myself with tears in my eyes I was met with zero empathy or compassion. In fact I was scared to even speak up. This is NOT a negative review of Thrive, Meagan is caring, listens, and empathizes as a therapist should.

Bindu Vijan2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Bindu has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Meagan our counselor did not offer any advice other than just listening for 12 sessions. Totally not helpful. In those sessions the only word she said were hmmm.. When questioned she said her job was to give clarity. This was couples counseling to help with issues rather than just sit and act bored. Went to see because of the ratings but totally disappointed. Not only we left with unresolved issues , but wasted important time and money.

Staci SchnellLocal Guide · 28 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Staci has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Wonderful group of couples counselors.

Response from the owner · 4 years ago

Thank you, Staci 🙏

Nina Christine HuntLocal Guide · 14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Nina has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Currently working with Jimmy to heal from past wounds and adjust my unhealthy attachment style, he has been a big help in the process. I've been seeing him for almost 2 months and I already see a big difference in myself. However , if anyone is thinking of counseling for similar things .. I strongly suggest you follow the instructions your counselor gives you either its book recommendations and or grounding techniques, etc. Don't be lazy or it won't be as effective.

Response from the owner · 4 years ago

Thank you, Christine, for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review. 🙏

Carolyn Scholz5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Carolyn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Lisa was my first significant experience with therapy. I feel very fortunate! I was immediately comfortable and confident that she was a great match. I felt like she was all in every time we met. Her warmth, understanding, and way of helping me understand my feelings were so good for me. I'm so grateful for my time with her.

Response from the owner · 4 years ago

Thank you, Carolyn! 🙏

Dorota Heimer8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Dorota has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

My counselor (Lisa Mihevc) is an excellent counselor. A fantastic listener, very understanding, relate-able and recommended tools relevant to my situation. She is truly talented and really cares. Thanks to Lisa I started putting pieces of myself together in right place, I found my faith and believing again, strength. I highly recommend Lisa and Thrive Couples Counseling for anyone struggling through life’s difficult stages.

Response from the owner · 4 years ago

Thank you so much, Dorota!

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