L. John Mason, Ph.D. opened the Stress Education Center in 1978 where he authored his first book Guide to Stress Reduction in 1981. The Stress Education Center has offered individual coaching, training for organizations, audio downloads of guided stress management techniques, and retreat programs for people wishing to develop greater awareness and control of life stresses. The center's website, www.dstress.com has offered information since 1997 and maintains the blog to which Dr. Mason regularly contributes (visit and sign up to receive the blog posts.) The most recent focus has been in assisting caregivers and in providing training for professionals working with our aging population and people preparing for end of life transitions. John is open to responding to inquiries and is always looking for new ways to serve.