Couples Therapy
How to Choose the Right Marriage Counselor in Tustin, CA
By Steve Cuffari, LMFT | In Touch Individual & Family Counseling | Tustin, CA Choosing a marriage counselor in Tustin is one of the most important decisions you and your
Finding the Right Therapy Fit: Comparing Personalized Care and Online Platforms Feeling overwhelmed by therapy choices? You’re not alone. Navigating between the personalized care of a private practice therapist and the convenience of platforms like Thriveworks and BetterHelp doesn’t have to feel so daunting. With a clear
Are you facing problems in your relationship right now? Although some relationships can survive without intimacy, the feelings of closeness, affection, concern, and cooperation tend to recede and disappear quickly. Over time, a sense of feeling unhappy, insecure, and sometimes resentful can increase–and the foundation of your relationship or
By Steve Cuffari, LMFT | In Touch Individual & Family Counseling | Tustin, CA Choosing a marriage counselor in Tustin is one of the most important decisions you and your
By Steve Cuffari, LMFT | In Touch Individual & Family Counseling — Tustin, CA Most couples who come to see me for premarital counseling say the same thing when they
By Steve Cuffari, LMFT | In Touch Individual & Family Counseling — Tustin, CA Every family argues. That part is normal — and honestly, expected. What’s not normal is feeling
Are you feeling angry, hurt, or alone after arguments with your partner? Does the thought of another “talk” feel more like a chore than a chance to connect? You deserve
Have you ever left a first date feeling completely electrified, only to have the relationship crumble into ash three weeks later? Think about it. We’ve been taught to chase “The
I’ve seen it hundreds of times in my Tustin office. A couple sits side-by-side on the sofa—physically close, but emotionally worlds apart. One of you is reaching—trying to talk, trying
What Is Distance and Isolation Cascade The distance and isolation cascade was first introduced by renowned researcher John Gottman, and here is how it tends to unfold. When partners break
Welcome back to Part 9 of our 9-part series. If you parent kids with ADHD, odds are you are tired of feeling overwhelmed and frustrated by the chronic behavioral challenges
Easy and Effective Things You Can Do Right Now Marriage is built on deep emotional connection, but even strong relationships face disconnect. The spark fades, conversations stall, and partners feel
Do you feel like you are walking on eggshells, desperately trying to get a verbal response from the person you love most? When conflict arises, does your partner simply disappear
Meet Doris. I just finished reading her email entitled Help! My child has ADHD. Now What? In my responses, we discussed the top 5 strategies to help raise children affected
Do you often feel like you and your partner are having the same conversation over and over, yet nothing changes? Maybe you spend ten minutes talking about a concern, but
For many romantic partners, couples counseling signals their alarm. In response, you might feel frustrated or confused when your partner won’t go to couples therapy. Rest assured that there are
Relationship anxiety can feel like a constant tug-of-war between your heart and mind. One moment you’re happy and hopeful, the next you’re spiraling with “what ifs.” It’s exhausting—and you’re not
Welcome back to Part 8 of our 9-part series. I want to share another exciting update from my last session with David and Amber. We’ve been using Collaborative Problem Solving®
By: Steve Cuffari, LMFT NPI: 1528652757 What to know before your first session Before you walk into your first therapy session, it helps to understand the emotional patterns that often
In the first three articles of 9-part series, you met David and Amber, who admitted they had no patience, no plan, and no clue for how to end “the insanity”
In the first two articles of our 9-part series, you met David and Amber, who admitted they had no patience, no plan, and no clue for how to parent 15-year-old
When it comes to family communication, it’s easy to assume that we know how to listen, hear, and speak effectively. But real communication involves much more than just the
Welcome back to Part 7 of our 9-part series. Today, I’m excited to share some incredible insights from my last session with David and Amber, who admitted they had no
What Is Stress? Stress is a normal human reaction that happens to everyone when change and transitions occur in our life. For example, stress can happen during positive events: Child
Communication is not just the exchange of information between lovers, but it’s the lifeline of a relationship—a way partners reach for each other and respond. “Communication” describes how we send
When you’re in a committed relationship, it’s natural to face bumps along the way. But how do you know if those bumps are signs of deeper issues? Many couples wait
Welcome back to Part 6 of our 9-part series. Previously, I introduced you to David and Amber, who admitted they had no patience, no plan, and no clue about how
For over 25 years, Steve Cuffari has helped individuals, couples, and educators break free from destructive conversations and create secure, lasting connections. As a former psychology professor at Vanguard University, ordained minister, and therapist, Steve has a knack for helping people heal the invisible dynamics that undermine trust, intimacy, and peace at home or in the workplace... More about Steve →
