Renewed Relationships Counseling Group

09/15/2025

Do you know your attachment style? Understanding this "template" we all develop for relationships is an important element of the work we do with couples and interesting to learn more about for yourself. Read more in our latest blog post here....

Have you ever wondered why you react in certain ways in relationships? Do you question why some people seem comfortable with intimacy while others pull away? Are you ever confused as to why conflicts with your partner can feel so overwhelming?

09/02/2025

Ever wonder if you and your partner are having “enough” s*x?
It’s a question we often discuss in couples therapy—and the answer is probably not what you think. It’s not about how often, it’s about connection.
I dive into this in my latest blog post—take a look here:

Lots of couples have questions about what’s “normal” when it comes to s*x frequency. Maybe you’re wondering whether you and your partner should be having s*x more often, or if you’re actually having s*x too often in comparison to other couples.

08/21/2025

💡 Relationship Tip of the Day
Strong relationships aren’t built on never fighting—they’re built on how you repair after conflict. 🪷

Research shows that couples who thrive long-term:
✨ Listen with curiosity, not defensiveness
✨ Use “I” statements instead of blame
✨ Take breaks when emotions run high
✨ Make repair attempts—small gestures that say, “We’re on the same team”

It’s not about avoiding disagreements, but about turning them into opportunities to grow closer. 🌿

💬 What’s one small way you and your partner reconnect after a tough moment?

08/19/2025

We work with couples using Emotionally Focused Therapy, the most effective form of couples therapy. Working from an "attachment" perspective, our approach leads to personal insight, growth and healing, as well as relationship improvement.

Want to learn more about this powerful approach? Schedule a complimentary 20-minute video consultation today, https://renewed-relationships.clientsecure.me

People often assume that healing has to happen in isolation. After all, trauma and other mental health struggles often arise from unhealthy relationships. When you’re struggling, pulling away from other people and closing off opportunities for romantic relationships can feel like the only way to p...

07/30/2025

Creating a life that feels balanced is much trickier than it sounds. In our work with couples, finding a way to succeed at work while having a connected fulfilling relationship is an important part of our discussions. It often takes good communication and a little creativity to find the right formula for a balanced life! Read some tips for this in our latest blog post

Balancing work, family, hobbies, and day-to-day responsibilities can leave you feeling stretched thin. You might wonder how anyone has the time to get it all done. It seems like you can’t afford to pull back in any area, or everything that you’ve worked so hard to build will come crashing down.

07/07/2025

Our latest blog post discusses co-dependency, a relatively common relationship dynamic, that can contribute to negative expectations and interactions. Read more to know what to look for to understand if it impacts your relationship.

Maybe you’ve always had trouble setting boundaries in relationships. You say “Yes” to everything, regardless of what you really want, and you stretch yourself thin trying to keep everyone else happy.

06/19/2025

On Juneteenth, we honor Black freedom and resilience.
We’re committed to supporting mental health equity and creating safe, inclusive spaces for all.

06/19/2025

About 15% of couples in the US report that substance use is a major issue in their relationship. While it can often feel like an individual issue, substance use often creates a lack of trust in the relationship that is hard to repair. We talk about the many ways it can impact relationships in our latest blog post.

Maybe you or your partner have been struggling with substance abuse, and your relationship is suffering as a result. Perhaps you’ve both been trying to overcome this issue, but trying to support each other through the process hasn’t been enough.

06/11/2025

We believe that every person—no matter where they come from—deserves to feel seen, safe, and supported. We honor the strength, resilience, and diverse stories that immigrants bring to our communities.

We know that this is a deeply painful and uncertain time for many. If you or someone you love is being affected by what’s happening, we are here to provide support and trusted resources to those impacted across California. Whether you need a safe space to talk, guidance navigating stress and fear, or help connecting to immigrant support networks—we're here for you.

06/09/2025

It's wedding season and while planning the big day is exciting and time consuming, merging lives in an effective way is often overlooked. Here we provide some tips for newlyweds on starting life as a married couple.

https://www.therapywithstephanie.com/merging-lives-a-practical-guide-for-newlyweds-2/services/online-therapy/

05/20/2025

First responders are an invaluable part of our community and we love working with them in individual or couples therapy to create healthy, solid relationships that are a support to the work they do. One of the trickiest things as a first responder is turning emotions off to do the job, and then turning them back on at home to create connection.

Reach out if you can use support in navigating this challenging work/life balance and read more about this in our latest blog post.

If you’re a first responder, you know that your job can come with a heavy emotional burden. Some days are routine, but you never know when you’ll have to support someone through the most difficult moments of their life.

05/06/2025

The end of a relationship brings up a flurry of conflicting and difficult emotions. It helps to understand that this is a normal part of the grieving process, but is not easy to go through. Read more in our latest blog post and learn more about how we support individuals going through separation and divorce.

If you’ve recently divorced your spouse, you might feel like you’re still stuck on an emotional rollercoaster of complicated grief. One day, you feel content with your decision, and you cherish the opportunity to embrace a peaceful new chapter of your life.