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Why Pressuring Your Partner into Marriage is a Bad Idea

June 27, 2018

Couples Counseling, Relationship Counseling

While marriage is a great thing for the right reasons, pressuring your girlfriend or boyfriend to marry you isn’t a good idea for a number of reasons. What you need is for both of you to come to that conclusion on your own. Feeling pressured into marriage runs the danger…

When Your Spouse has a Terminal Illness

May 30, 2018

Casey Truffo

Marriage Counseling

There are few things in life more difficult than having a spouse with a terminal illness. It can seem like your dreams as a couple are rapidly shrinking. You may feel bewildered, angry, depressed or any other number of emotions as you walk through this process. You want to help…

Help! I’m in a Toxic Job!

May 24, 2018

Casey Truffo

Family Counseling

A toxic job can wreak havoc on your life and the lives of those in your family. Everyone around you suffers when you struggle in this way. One of the worst feelings associated with a toxic job is that it often seems like there’s no way out. Arguably, that is…

How Can We Get Physically Healthier as a Couple?

May 21, 2018

Casey Truffo

Couples Counseling

Wondering how to get physically healthier as a couple? The struggle is very real for many couples and it affects more than just your physical health. Your mental health also suffers making it harder for your brain and body to hold up to the pressures of life. But there are…

Should You Stay in an Unhappy Marriage for the Sake of your Kids?

May 18, 2018

Casey Truffo

Marriage Counseling

Years ago, you tied the knot and couldn’t have been happier. A kid or two later, you’re not so happy in your marriage anymore, though. Maybe life became dull with all the “have tos” instead of things you were excited about. The daily routine just wore you out and put…

When Your Spouse Wants to Move to a Different City to Pursue a Career

May 15, 2018

Casey Truffo

Marriage Counseling

Is your spouse interested in moving to advance their career? If so, this can be an exciting time for your family. But you also may feel some apprehension and fear. As you work through the ramifications of potentially moving, there’s a lot to consider. Here are a few ideas about…

Should a New Mom Take a Break from Her Career for Her Baby

May 8, 2018

Casey Truffo

Marriage Counseling

As to whether or not a mom should take a break after having a baby, that’s a matter of personal choice. There are some career-minded moms who may want to get right back in the career saddle as soon as they can. If that’s how you feel, then go for…

Staying Friends After a Breakup

April 30, 2018

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Individual Counseling

Do you desire to stay friends after a breakup? Although that isn’t always possible, many have found the ability to do just that. It likely will be a very different friendship from what it once was. But if you can go through life with one less adversary, hey, more power…

Do You and Your Partner Have a Similar Approach to Money?

April 26, 2018

Casey Truffo

Couples Counseling

This a question to find the answer to sooner than later. If you’ve been together for a while now, it shouldn’t be too hard to know. However, even those who’ve been together for a while can have problems if they don’t acknowledge potential differences in money management. The best way…

When Your Husband Forgets Your Birthday

April 18, 2018

Casey Truffo

Couples Counseling

Did your husband just forget your birthday? If so, you’re understandably irked and a little hurt. You’re the most important person in the life of your husband but you sure aren’t feeling like it at the moment! As you process feeling hurt and angry, here are some thoughts to help…

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

Why Pressuring Your Partner into Marriage is a Bad Idea

When Your Spouse has a Terminal Illness

Help! I’m in a Toxic Job!

How Can We Get Physically Healthier as a Couple?

Should You Stay in an Unhappy Marriage for the Sake of your Kids?

When Your Spouse Wants to Move to a Different City to Pursue a Career

Should a New Mom Take a Break from Her Career for Her Baby

Staying Friends After a Breakup

Do You and Your Partner Have a Similar Approach to Money?

When Your Husband Forgets Your Birthday

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