Communication in relationships allows you to express yourexperiences and needs, fostering connection. First responders, such asfirefighters, are at a higher risk of developing behavioral health conditions,including depression and PTSD. They also have a higher rate of divorce comparedto the general population.

Kristal DeSantis, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapistbased in Austin, Texas, specializes in relationships, trauma work, and sextherapy. She focuses on supporting first responder couples and addressing men'sissues, offering a unique therapeutic approach grounded in understanding malepsychology. Kristal has developed The STRONG model of Relational Therapy,integrating trauma-informed and attachment-based methods. Her book,"STRONG: A Relationship Field Guide for the Modern Man," providespractical guidance for navigating contemporary relationships. Kristal advocatesfor men's mental health through training, consulting, writing, and publicspeaking. Her expertise has been featured in publications like Newsweek,HuffPost, The Good Men Project, and Time. She also appears on podcastsdiscussing masculinity, mental health, and relationships.

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