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Stuck in a Toxic Relationship? 5 Ways to Be a Happy Couple Again

February 13, 2020

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

Are you stuck in a toxic relationship but long to be in a happy relationship again? Although it may seem the best way to achieve relational happiness is to bail out of your current relationship, often that isn’t the case. A happy married life or relationship isn’t automatic but certainly…

Transparency in a Relationship: How Much Should I Share?

January 29, 2020

Casey Truffo

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

Transparency in a relationship is crucial for its success. Honesty in a relationship or honesty in marriage is impossible without sharing some of your innermost thoughts and feelings with your partner. How does that look in real life? The thought of being transparent with your significant other can be scary…

Can I Be Happily Divorced or is that a Myth?

January 16, 2020

Casey Truffo

Depression Counseling, Individual Counseling, Mens Counseling, Womens Counseling

Does the idea of being happily divorced seem alluring lately? If so, your marriage has likely been struggling for a while now. And it’s getting to the point where you feel like ‘clearing the table’ and starting over. Most people go through these feelings at some point in their marriage.…

Owning Up to Your Relationship Mistakes: 5 Surprising Benefits

December 31, 2019

Casey Truffo

Couples Counseling, Individual Counseling, Marriage Counseling

Do you own up to your mistakes in your relationship? Most of us struggle to some extent with that. Think over these phrases. Do you and your partner regularly say them to each other? “I am sorry for hurting you.” “I made a mistake.” “I apologize.” “I was wrong.” “I’m…

Why Am I So Sad? Postpartum Depression Symptoms to Watch Out For

December 17, 2019

Casey Truffo

Depression Counseling, Individual Counseling, Womens Counseling

Have you recently had a baby and are you worried you could be showing some postpartum depression symptoms? It also could be that you have a wife, partner, daughter or friend you’re concerned could be struggling with PPD symptoms. The ‘postpartum baby blues’ are surprisingly common. According to the National…

How to Avoid Having a Narcissistic Relationship

November 15, 2019

Casey Truffo

Couples Counseling, Individual Counseling, Marriage Counseling, Relationship Counseling

Who’s at risk for a narcissistic relationship? It turns out that, to some extent, we all are. Since a good narcissist definition would be an excessive focus on ourselves or desiring the praise of others, none of us are immune to narcissistic traits or tendencies. Narcissism has become such a…

How to Deal with In-Laws Better

November 1, 2019

Casey Truffo

Couples Counseling, Family Counseling, Marriage Counseling, Stress Counseling

Have you been wondering about how to deal with in-laws better? If so, you’re not alone. Although some regularly experience happy and peaceful in-law interactions, too often, that’s not the case. For those who find their in-law exchanges generally negative, the intensity of those struggles can vary. Some would describe…

What is Gaslighting & Signs to Look For

October 25, 2019

Casey Truffo

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

What is gaslighting and how can you know whether or not it’s happening to you? Gaslighting is one of the more harmful forms of emotional manipulation you can experience and takes place in several contexts including: A romantic relationship With extended family A friendship Gaslighting at work As a nation…

Feeling Trapped in a Relationship? What to do…

October 11, 2019

Casey Truffo

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

Are you feeling trapped in a relationship or feeling trapped in marriage? Another way of saying it is you’re in an unhappy relationship and can’t find a solution to make things better. These struggles may have you wondering when to leave a relationship. You could be increasingly ready to call…

How to Show Appreciation to My Partner More

October 1, 2019

Casey Truffo

Couples Counseling, Family Counseling, Marriage Counseling, Relationship Counseling

Feeling guilty lately because you need to show appreciation more in your relationship than you have lately? Or, maybe you’re struggling because you’re not feeling appreciated. There are a multitude of positive aspects to our lives we’re regularly tempted to take for granted. These could range from employment, good health,…

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

Hans Ewert

01:58 04 Dec 19

Casey is a top notch professional and helped me through a devastating breakup

Stuck in a Toxic Relationship? 5 Ways to Be a Happy Couple Again

Transparency in a Relationship: How Much Should I Share?

Can I Be Happily Divorced or is that a Myth?

Owning Up to Your Relationship Mistakes: 5 Surprising Benefits

Why Am I So Sad? Postpartum Depression Symptoms to Watch Out For

How to Avoid Having a Narcissistic Relationship

How to Deal with In-Laws Better

What is Gaslighting & Signs to Look For

Feeling Trapped in a Relationship? What to do…

How to Show Appreciation to My Partner More

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