If you are a couple in distress because every little thing turns into a fight, I can help. “Communication” is the No. 1 reason couples seek counseling. The good news is that you can learn good communication. You can learn to deal with an issue without engaging in the four most common bad habits: criticizing, going defensive, showing contempt and stonewalling, as identified by Dr. John Gottman, author of “Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work,” and with whom I have training. Couples counseling with me is all about gaining tools that work and saying goodbye to habits that don’t.

I co-authored the book “Toxic Stress: 7 Steps to Recovery.” Toxic stress, as we identified it, is a combination of a difficult life situation, some levels of anxiety and depression and some physical damage, such as high blood pressure. I specialize in helping clients deal with toxic stress.

I have an unusual sub-specialty — workplace issues — because of my previous career, including with a Fortune 500 Company. I can help you deal with the difficult boss or communicate better in the workplace or be a better manager. And you can schedule online at CentennialColoradoCounselor.com