In couples counseling, I assist couples in enhancing their relationships and improving levels of intimacy by helping to identify and build upon existing strengths, develop effective communication skills, and increase the couple's ability to handle stress and conflict. By creating a safe environment, the couple is free to discuss difficult and previously avoided feelings. Through a series of relationship enhancement sessions, we discuss key elements to building a strong foundation of friendship, modifying dysfunctional behaviors, and increasing positive interactions with the goal of creating a healthy and successful partnership.