Couples Therapy
How to Find the Best Couples Counseling Near Me
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.
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
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.
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
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
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
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
Key Takeaways Biological Safety Signal: Relationship Empathy is the primary mechanism for emotional co-regulation, signaling to a partner’s nervous system that they are safe. The Mirror Neuron Hack: Demonstrating empathy
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
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
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®
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
Effective communication is the bedrock of a strong family. It creates a foundation where each member feels valued, heard, and connected. In our fast-paced lives, taking the time to foster
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
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
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
By: Steve Cuffari, LMFT (#44845), NPI: 1528652757 Key Takeaways Trust is a Physiological State: True trust is a state where your nervous system feels safe enough to relax and connect
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
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 →
