Relationships
5 Valuable Benefits of Marriage Counseling: A Therapist’s View
Picture this: You and your spouse are talking over things, planning for the future, when a fight erupts. You both just can’t seem to agree on the same thing. You
Rebuilding trust in a marriage can feel like trying to put together a shattered vase—fragile, overwhelming, and uncertain. But with the right approach, healing is not only possible—it's probable. At InTouch Family Counseling, we believe trust can be restored through consistent, intentional actions. Below, you'll find five therapist-backed steps
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
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
Picture this: You and your spouse are talking over things, planning for the future, when a fight erupts. You both just can’t seem to agree on the same thing. You
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
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
Rebuilding trust in a marriage can feel like trying to put together a shattered vase—fragile, overwhelming, and uncertain. But with the right approach, healing is not only possible—it’s probable. At
Learn 10 common couples therapy mistakes—like expecting quick fixes or venting without truly reconnecting—and how to avoid them. Discover a compassionate, progress-focused approach to marriage and couples therapy in Tustin,
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
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®
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
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
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”
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
As a mother of a child with ADHD, you may have observed your child struggling with attention, focus, and organization. Since it’s natural to worry about your child’s development and
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 the circulatory system of a relationship. When it flows freely, intimacy and trust thrive; when it is blocked, the relationship begins to suffer from emotional malnutrition. For many
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
You and your significant other have deep feelings for each other, but those feelings come with a lot of baggage. And it’s baggage you haven’t figured out how to unpack.
If you’ve been parenting ADHD kids, odds are you are tired of feeling overwhelmed and frustrated by the chronic behavioral challenges you encounter each day. I’m excited because, in this
Picture this: You and your spouse are talking over things, planning for the future, when a fight erupts. You both just can’t seem to agree on the same thing. You
Imagine sitting across from your partner, both of you yearning for connection, yet feeling like you’re living on separate islands. The decision to seek a marriage counselor often comes at
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 →
