Do you offer online sessions?
Yes. I offer secure online sessions via telehealth for couples located in California and Arizona, as well as in-person sessions at my office in Pasadena, California.
Professional Profile
Jessica Munoz Cohan
Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) (she/her)
License typeLMFT (CA)
Session formatHybrid
InsuranceAccepted
About Jessica
I use the Gottman Method as the foundation of my work with couples, offering a structured and research-based approach to understanding relationship dynamics. Sessions focus on guided conversations, skill-building, and practical tools that help couples communicate more effectively, manage conflict, and strengthen emotional connection—without rehashing the same arguments. The work is collaborative, intentional, and designed to create lasting change both inside and outside the therapy room.
I’m a great fit for couples who want a thoughtful, structured, and evidence-based approach to their relationship. This includes engaged couples preparing for marriage, long-term partners who feel stuck in recurring patterns, and couples who value clear communication, emotional safety, and practical tools. I also work with bilingual and Spanish-speaking couples and bring a culturally responsive lens to the work.
Couples can expect to leave our work together with clearer communication, a deeper understanding of each other’s emotional needs, and practical tools they can actually use in real life. My approach is structured yet warm, helping couples slow down unhelpful patterns, navigate conflict more effectively, and strengthen trust and connection. Whether you’re preparing for marriage or deepening a long-term partnership, the goal is a relationship that feels more supportive, resilient, and intentional.
Listed specialty: Catholic Marriage Prep. Methods listed: Gottman Method.
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Premarital Fit & Logistics
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Listed specialtyCatholic Marriage Prep
Client focusEngaged Couples, Newly Engaged, Newlyweds (First Year)
Program methodsGottman Method
Program structureStructured sessions using Gottman Method
Topics coveredCommunication Skills, Conflict Resolution, Anxiety About Marriage, Career/Work-Life Balance, Trauma-Informed
Session formatHybrid
InsuranceOut-of-Network
AvailabilityAccepting new clients
License / credentialLMFT
Practice Focus
Specialties
Communication SkillsConflict ResolutionAnxiety About MarriageCareer/Work-Life BalanceTrauma-InformedCatholic Marriage PrepInterfaith CouplesIntercultural Couples
Approach
Gottman MethodAttachment-BasedCognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Client Focus
Engaged CouplesNewly EngagedNewlyweds (First Year)Planning Wedding SoonYoung Adults (20s)Adults (30s-40s)Second MarriagesBlended FamiliesPreviously DivorcedInterfaith CouplesIntercultural CouplesLong-Distance CouplesLGBTQ+ CouplesMilitary/First Responders
Languages
SpanishEnglish
Session Format
Hybrid
Faith
All faiths welcome
Credentials
Credentials
- LMFT
Education
- MA in Clinical Psychology, Pepperdine University
Pricing & Availability
Insurance
Out-of-Network
Payment Methods
Visa / MastercardAmerican ExpressCredit Card
Free consultation
Frequently Asked Questions
How many sessions do couples typically need?
The length of therapy depends on each couple’s goals and what brings them in. Some couples come in for focused, short-term work, while others choose to continue for deeper or ongoing support. We’ll collaborate on a pace that feels intentional, supportive, and aligned with what you want from the work.
How far in advance of the wedding should we start?
Couples can start premarital counseling at any point during their engagement. Some prefer to begin early, while others start closer to the wedding date. The timing is flexible, and we’ll work together to create a pace that fits your timeline and supports meaningful, thoughtful preparation.
Do you work with interfaith or intercultural couples?
Yes. I work with interfaith and intercultural couples and provide couples therapy and premarital counseling that is respectful of each partner’s cultural, religious, and family background. My approach helps couples explore differences thoughtfully, strengthen communication, and build shared understanding while honoring what each person brings into the relationship.
Are you LGBTQ+ affirming?
Yes. I am LGBTQ+ affirming and provide inclusive couples therapy and premarital counseling for partners of all sexual orientations and gender identities. My practice is grounded in respect, safety, and evidence-based care that supports each couple’s unique relationship and goals.
What happens in the first session?
In the first session, we’ll focus on getting to know you as a couple and understanding what brings you to therapy or premarital counseling. We’ll discuss your relationship history, current strengths, and areas you’d like to work on, and I’ll outline how I use evidence-based couples therapy, including the Gottman Method. You’ll leave with a clear sense of next steps and how our work together will be structured.
Do you use relationship assessments?
Yes. I use evidence-based relationship assessments as part of couples therapy and premarital counseling, including Gottman Method assessments when appropriate. These tools help identify strengths, areas of growth, and patterns in communication and conflict, allowing our work together to be more focused, intentional, and tailored to your relationship.
Do you accept insurance or provide receipts?
I am a private-pay provider and do not accept insurance. Receipts and superbills are automatically provided, with Mentaya available to assist with out-of-network reimbursement. Clients should also verify coverage directly with their insurance plan.
What's your cancellation policy?
Sessions must be cancelled at least 24 hours in advance. Cancellations made with less than 24 hours’ notice, or missed sessions, may be charged the full session fee.
Is everything we discuss confidential?
Yes. What you share in sessions is confidential, with a few standard legal and ethical exceptions that I’ll review with you so everything feels clear and comfortable.
Do you meet with us together or separately?
I typically meet with couples together. In some cases, I may also meet individually with each partner for a brief session to support the overall work we’re doing as a couple.
Premarital Counseling in Pasadena, CA
Jessica serves couples in Pasadena and nearby communities. Online sessions are available.
Free to contact — no fees