Randi Gunther Ph.D.

About

Randi Gunther, Ph.D., was a clinical psychologist and marriage counselor practicing in Southern California. In her 40-year career, she accumulated over 130,000 face-to-face hours with individuals, couples, and families.

Books by Randi Gunther Ph.D.

Recent Posts

Words That Wound: The Real Cost of Fighting Dirty

Hostile words are learned—and they can be unlearned. If your arguments feel more wounding than productive, follow this roadmap to a healthier relationship.

Is Your Love Growing or on a Dead-End Path?

Every relationship tells a story. These 10 issues reveal if your connection is on track—or in trouble.

10 Questions to Fast-Track Emotional Intimacy

Want to skip the small talk and build real connection faster? These 10 questions help deepen trust and spark meaningful conversations early on.

The 10 Qualities of a Healthy Family

These 10 qualities show up in every healthy, connected family—and they might just change the way you see your own.

The Six Strategies of Pathologically Controlling Partners

Feeling trapped by a partner’s love-bombing, threats, or control? Explore the deeper fears driving their behavior—and how you can finally break free.

10 Commitment Factors That Keep Intimate Partners "All In"

Discover the surprising factors that keep intimate relationships strong for the long haul. Learn what truly builds a lasting bond.

10 Questions to Decide if a Partner Is the One

5. Do you trust what they tell you about who they are?

Emotional Hibernation

Ever retreat after heartbreak? Re-emerging as "hungry vulnerable" can lead to more pain but there are ways to heal wisely and avoid repeating destructive hibernation cycles.

What Can Make It Easier for a Broken Heart to Heal?

Heartbreak hurts, but some key factors—from childhood to faith—can influence how we heal and find a path forward after loss.

What Types of People Are Attracted to Edgy Partners?

Drawn to intensity? Discover the surprising reasons some are magnetically pulled to "edgy" partners. Uncover the hidden dynamics and your own susceptibility.