Counseling Articles & Resources - Orange County Relationship Center

Do I Have Depression or Not?

August 5, 2019

Individual Counseling, Marriage Counseling, Mens Counseling, Stress Counseling, Womens Counseling

If you’ve been struggling with ongoing feelings of sadness for some time now, it’s common to ask yourself, “Do I have depression?” For obvious reasons, you don’t want to imagine up a disorder that isn’t there. At the same time, you don’t want to avoid such a question if the…

How to Overcome Social Anxiety (And Reach Your Greatest Potential)

July 24, 2019

Casey Truffo

Depression Counseling, Individual Counseling, Stress Counseling

Few struggles are as frustrating as social anxiety. You need good social skills to be successful in your relationships, career and everyday life, after all. Intellectually, you realize there’s no need to be alarmed in social settings. But your body and mind tell you a completely different story. And that…

How to Communicate Better in a Relationship: Three Key Ways

July 9, 2019

Casey Truffo

Couples Counseling, Family Counseling, Marriage Counseling, Relationship Counseling

Learning how to communicate better in a relationship can be life-changing in a really positive way. When you successfully share your ideas and feelings with your significant other, your relationship becomes deeper and more meaningful. Trust is built as the relationship grows, creating a safe and healthy emotional environment for…

The Dynamics of Betrayal and How to Move on

June 28, 2019

Casey Truffo

Couples Counseling, Family Counseling, Marriage Counseling, Relationship Counseling

You thought you knew the person. You shared life with them. Respected them. Trusted them. And then they turned their back on you. Betrayal cuts deep and can turn your world upside down. It’s painful and confusing. Maybe a partner, best friend or even a parent betrayed you. The pain…

Could My Childhood Trauma Be Affecting Me as an Adult?

June 21, 2019

Casey Truffo

Depression Counseling, Family Counseling, Individual Counseling, Mens Counseling, Womens Counseling

Did you know that childhood trauma can negatively impact your adulthood? It’s tempting to think that if something happened long ago, it will no longer affect you. But sometimes, traumatic events from your childhood can have a great effect on you later in life. Especially as children, we’re all moldable,…

Ways a Breakup Can Be Good in the Long Run

June 14, 2019

Casey Truffo

Couples Counseling, Family Counseling, Individual Counseling, Marriage Counseling, Relationship Counseling

For many reasons, breakups are tough. They can make you feel like the rug has been ripped out from under you and that you’ve lost your favorite person in the world. Conversely, if the relationship you’re leaving was particularly rocky, you may be left regretting how much time you wasted…

Dealing with the Mental Struggles of Obesity

June 11, 2019

Casey Truffo

Individual Counseling, Marriage Counseling, Mens Counseling, Relationship Counseling, Womens Counseling

Obesity continues to be an increasing problem in the US. Although the obvious problems that lead to obesity are often discussed, such as too much of the wrong kinds of foods or a sedentary lifestyle, there’s an aspect that often isn’t talked about. That is, there’s a mental dynamic to…

My Substance Use Disorder is Hurting My Family and I Need Help

June 5, 2019

Casey Truffo

Couples Counseling, Depression Counseling, Family Counseling, Individual Counseling, Marriage Counseling, Mens Counseling, Relationship Counseling, Womens Counseling

Substance overuse is far-reaching. It doesn’t just stop on your doorstep and affect only you. It branches out and brushes up against everyone around you, especially your family. You may know it’s time to get help but struggle with the next move. What steps do you take? Where can you…

How to Handle Credit Card Debt as a Couple

May 30, 2019

Casey Truffo

Couples Counseling, Family Counseling, Finance, Marriage Counseling, Relationship Counseling

Struggling with credit card debt as a couple? The stress credit card debt creates can suffocate the health of your relationship if you’re not careful. The two of you need to come up with a solution to tackle that debt, but how? Although going into this type of debt can…

Shame Versus Guilt: What is the Difference and Why Should You Care?

May 23, 2019

Casey Truffo

Couples Counseling, Depression Counseling, Family Counseling, Individual Counseling, Marriage Counseling

If you’re like most people, you consider the words “guilt” and “shame” to be interchangeable. If so, you may be surprised to learn there’s quite a difference between the two in the psychology realm. Why should you care? A better understanding of guilt and shame can lead to a more…

Misti Nicholson

06:30 07 Feb 18

The Relationship Center of Orange County is an excellent resource. Casey and her team are top notch. If you would like to improve your relationship this is the place to go!read more

Paul Hamilton

03:47 20 Feb 18

Casey Truffo is an amazing professional who has assembled a seasoned staff ready to help you. Love the attention to ensuring a good fit, which is essential to successful treatment. Bravo!read more

Ayelet Krieger

17:40 10 Jan 18

If you are struggling with relationships concerns, the OC Relationship Center is the place for you. Their expert clinicians focus specifically on relationships, and are skilled in couples therapy. This practice is run efficiently, so in addition to the therapy itself, the experience of being a client here is smooth and accessible. Highly recommended!read more

Chris Chandler

14:31 06 Jan 18

Casey Truffo is incredibly warm, compassionate, and helpful! I have enjoyed getting to work with her and experience her wealth of insight and direction. I would highly recommend her services to anyone looking for help in their relationships!read more

April De Higes

01:58 04 Jan 18

This place is very welcoming. All the therapist are experienced, warm and caring, and effective. They work will all issues from couple communication struggles, to depression and anxiety. As a therapist myself, I happily refer to all the therapists in this office.read more

Jennie Steinberg

06:38 04 Jan 18

OC Relationship Center is a wonderful group practice. They take wonderful care of their clients, and help couples to thrive! I highly recommend them to anyone seeking therapy to help heal and improve their relationships.read more

Risa Ganel

16:35 09 Apr 18

The Relationship Center of Orange County is the place to turn to when you are struggling in your relationships and want compassionate, caring, highly trained support to help you resolve conflicts and have more fulfilling connections. I have worked with Casey Truffo throughout my years as a therapist and I know first hand of her integrity, dedication, compassion and skills. Orange County is lucky to have the Relationship Center as part of their community where couples and families can be not just supported, but transformed.read more

Joe Taylor

16:30 19 Apr 18

The Orange County Relationship Center is a group of friendly and helpful therapists. They have a great deal of experience and are very skilled. No matter what you or your loved ones are struggling with, they can help. I highly recommend them.read more

Lisa Ottenhoff

19:21 06 May 18

The Relationship Center of Orange County is truly a great resource for those who desire support and guidance with issues relating to their relationships whether it be with their spouse, partner or family member. In my opinion, they provide high quality therapy services and I highly recommend them.read more

Jennifer Costanza

16:19 26 Mar 19

The Relationship Center offers the hours you need, skilled therapists and an inviting and warm atmosphere. If your relationship is struggling or just needs a tune up, I highly recommend them.read more

Do I Have Depression or Not?

How to Overcome Social Anxiety (And Reach Your Greatest Potential)

How to Communicate Better in a Relationship: Three Key Ways

The Dynamics of Betrayal and How to Move on

Could My Childhood Trauma Be Affecting Me as an Adult?

Ways a Breakup Can Be Good in the Long Run

Dealing with the Mental Struggles of Obesity

My Substance Use Disorder is Hurting My Family and I Need Help

How to Handle Credit Card Debt as a Couple

Shame Versus Guilt: What is the Difference and Why Should You Care?

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