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Kristal DeSantis

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Mental - The Podcast to Destigmatise Mental Health

Men's Health Unscripted

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This week therapist and author Kristal DeSantis shares what she’s learned from a career working with men and the people who love them. Plus how culture shock affected her mental health and lead to greater insight into how others adapt to change.  Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it.  You can now join our Subscription on Apple Podcasts to get new ad free extended episodes and support the cause…  We have a very blue website with loads of great resources HERE

This week therapist and author Kristal DeSantis shares what she’s learned from a career working with men and the people who love them. Plus how culture shock affected her mental health and lead to greater insight into how others adapt to change. Here we go! Mental is the brain-child of Bobby Temps, who lives and thrives while managing his own mental health. Each Thursday we delve into a factor or condition that affects the mind and how to better manage it. You can now join our Subscription on Apple Podcasts to get new ad free extended episodes and support the cause… We have a very blue website with loads of great resources <a href="http://mentalpodcast.co.uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a>

307: Men 💐 Plus depression, culture and redefining strength with Kristal DeSantis

Welcome to Men's Health Unscripted, Episode 72! Today we are joined by Kristal DeSantis, a licensed marriage and family therapist and certified clinical trauma professional based in Texas. Kristal is breaking the stigma surrounding men's mental health by using her expertise to help men overcome their struggles. Kristal is the founder and director of Austin STRONG: Relationship Building Center, where she offers a range of specialties including sex therapy, EMDR for trauma and PTSD recovery, Gottman marital therapy, premarital counseling, solution-focused brief therapy, emotionally focused couples therapy, conflict and communication skill-building for high conflict couples, and working with US veterans and first responders. One of Kristal's unique contributions to the field is her creation of The STRONG Relationship Model, a trauma-informed approach to couples' therapy. Kristal is breaking down barriers by providing a safe and supportive space for men to seek the help they need. In this episode, Kristal shares her insights and experiences in working with men's mental health. You'll learn how she's helped men overcome challenges such as hiding mental health issues, relationship growth, and her work helping men overcome obsticles. You'll also hear about her work with veterans and first responders, and how she's helped couples improve their communication and conflict resolution skills. Join us for this important conversation with Kristal DeSantis, as we explore the vital role that therapy can play in men's mental health. Be sure to subscribe to Men's Health Unscripted for more conversations like this, follow the podcast on your favorite platforms leave a review to let us know what you think! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/menshealthunscripted/support

Welcome to Men's Health Unscripted, Episode 72! Today we are joined by Kristal DeSantis, a licensed marriage and family therapist and certified clinical trauma professional based in Texas. Kristal is breaking the stigma surrounding men's mental health by using her expertise to help men overcome their struggles. Kristal is the founder and director of Austin STRONG: Relationship Building Center, where she offers a range of specialties including sex therapy, EMDR for trauma and PTSD recovery, Gottman marital therapy, premarital counseling, solution-focused brief therapy, emotionally focused couples therapy, conflict and communication skill-building for high conflict couples, and working with US veterans and first responders. One of Kristal's unique contributions to the field is her creation of The STRONG Relationship Model, a trauma-informed approach to couples' therapy. Kristal is breaking down barriers by providing a safe and supportive space for men to seek the help they need. In this episode, Kristal shares her insights and experiences in working with men's mental health. You'll learn how she's helped men overcome challenges such as hiding mental health issues, relationship growth, and her work helping men overcome obsticles. You'll also hear about her work with veterans and first responders, and how she's helped couples improve their communication and conflict resolution skills. Join us for this important conversation with Kristal DeSantis, as we explore the vital role that therapy can play in men's mental health. Be sure to subscribe to Men's Health Unscripted for more conversations like this, follow the podcast on your favorite platforms leave a review to let us know what you think! --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/menshealthunscripted/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/menshealthunscripted/support</a>

#72 Therapist Kristal DeSantis is Breaking The Stigma of Men's Mental Health

With the changing dynamics of society, the traditional definition of masculinity is being redefined, and there is a growing need for men to develop new skills and behaviors to thrive in today's world. In this episode, we will explore actionable steps that men can take to develop these traits, enhance their personal growth, and succeed in both their personal and professional lives. Join us as we dive into this fascinating topic and discover how you can develop modern, high-value, masculine traits. Kristal DeSantis is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with specializations in trauma, sex therapy, couples, and men's mental health issues. Creator of the STRONG Relationship Therapy Model of trauma-informed couples therapy. Certified clinical trauma professional with training in EMDR, complex PTSD, and relational trauma in first responders, LEOs, and veterans. Check out the transcript of this episode on Dr. Jessica Higgin's website. In this episode 5:32 Kristal Desantis’ background and interest in working with men, emphasizing the importance of normalizing therapy and emotional intelligence as part of strength building. 9:06 Redefining masculinity: moving beyond traditional roles and finding new ways to be a “high value” man. 16:33 Relationship field guide for the modern man: emphasizing safety and self-awareness. 20:05 The four key components of building a healthy relationship 27:07 Importance of self-regulation and trust in building healthy relationships. 30:35 The importance of Strong model for healthy and thriving relationships. 37:15 The importance of nurturing connection in relationships and expanding the definition of pleasure beyond just sex and increasing and expanding examples of pleasure. 40:30 A personal story and insights on true generosity and self-care. Mentioned  Strong: A Relationship Field Guide for the Modern Man (*Amazon Affiliate link) (book) The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change (*Amazon Affiliate link) (book) Relationship Map To Happy, Lasting Love Shifting Criticism For Connected Communication Connect with Kristal DeSantis Websites: strong.love Twitter: twitter.com/atxtherapist Instagram: instagram.com/atxtherapist LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kristal-desantis Connect with Dr. Jessica Higgins Facebook: facebook.com/EmpoweredRelationship  Instagram: instagram.com/drjessicahiggins  Podcast: drjessicahiggins.com/podcasts/ Pinterest: pinterest.com/EmpowerRelation  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drjessicahiggins  Twitter: @DrJessHiggins  Website: drjessicahiggins.com Email: jessica@drjessicahiggins.com If you have a topic you would like me to discuss, please contact me by clicking on the “Ask Dr. Jessica Higgins” button here.  Thank you so much for your interest in improving your relationship.  Also, I would so appreciate your honest rating and review. Please leave a review by clicking here.  Thank you!    *With Amazon Affiliate Links, I may earn a few cents from Amazon, if you purchase the book from this link.

With the changing dynamics of society, the traditional definition of masculinity is being redefined, and there is a growing need for men to develop new skills and behaviors to thrive in today's world. In this episode, we will explore actionable steps that men can take to develop these traits, enhance their personal growth, and succeed in both their personal and professional lives. Join us as we dive into this fascinating topic and discover how you can develop modern, high-value, masculine traits. Kristal DeSantis is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with specializations in trauma, sex therapy, couples, and men's mental health issues. Creator of the STRONG Relationship Therapy Model of trauma-informed couples therapy. Certified clinical trauma professional with training in EMDR, complex PTSD, and relational trauma in first responders, LEOs, and veterans. <a href="https://drjessicahiggins.com/erp-365-how-to-develop-modern-high-value-masculine-traits-an-interview-with-kristal-desantis/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Check out the transcript of this episode on Dr. Jessica Higgin's website.</a> In this episode 5:32 Kristal Desantis’ background and interest in working with men, emphasizing the importance of normalizing therapy and emotional intelligence as part of strength building. 9:06 Redefining masculinity: moving beyond traditional roles and finding new ways to be a “high value” man. 16:33 Relationship field guide for the modern man: emphasizing safety and self-awareness. 20:05 The four key components of building a healthy relationship 27:07 Importance of self-regulation and trust in building healthy relationships. 30:35 The importance of Strong model for healthy and thriving relationships. 37:15 The importance of nurturing connection in relationships and expanding the definition of pleasure beyond just sex and increasing and expanding examples of pleasure. 40:30 A personal story and insights on true generosity and self-care. Mentioned <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1959099027?crid=2QAVUE203H9PC&amp;keywords=strong+a+relationship+field+guide+kristal+desantis&amp;qid=1677177928&amp;sprefix=strong+a+relationship+field+guide+kristal+desantis,aps,147&amp;sr=8-1&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=drjeshig-20&amp;linkId=c42d3608cc48e1814f6e33da77b812d4&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Strong: A Relationship Field Guide for the Modern Man</a> (*Amazon Affiliate link) (book) <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Habits-Highly-Effective-People-Powerful/dp/0743269519" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change</a> (*Amazon Affiliate link) (book) <a href="https://drjessicahiggins.com/relationship-map-opt-in/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Relationship Map To Happy, Lasting Love</a> <a href="https://drjessicahiggins.com/shifting-criticism-for-connected-communication/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Shifting Criticism For Connected Communication</a> Connect with Kristal DeSantis Websites: <a href="https://www.strong.love/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">strong.love</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/atxtherapist" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">twitter.com/atxtherapist</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/atxtherapist/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">instagram.com/atxtherapist</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristal-desantis/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">linkedin.com/in/kristal-desantis</a> Connect with Dr. Jessica Higgins Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/EmpoweredRelationship" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/EmpoweredRelationship</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/drjessicahiggins/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">instagram.com/drjessicahiggins</a> Podcast: <a href="https://drjessicahiggins.com/podcasts/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">drjessicahiggins.com/podcasts/</a> Pinterest: <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/EmpowerRelation/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">pinterest.com/EmpowerRelation</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjessicahiggins" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">linkedin.com/in/drjessicahiggins</a> Twitter: <a href="https://www.twitter.com/DrJessHiggins" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">@DrJessHiggins</a> Website: <a href="https://mailtrack.io/trace/link/1cee07aed4f714529e68184a2637e3ca090cf73b?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdrjessicahiggins.com%2F&amp;userId=3518992&amp;signature=9552b7d993cf042e" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">drjessicahiggins.com</a> Email: <a href="mailto:jessica@drjessicahiggins.com">jessica@drjessicahiggins.com</a> If you have a topic you would like me to discuss, please contact me by clicking on the “Ask Dr. Jessica Higgins” button <a href="https://drjessicahiggins.com/ask-dr-jessica-higgins/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> Thank you so much for your interest in improving your relationship.  Also, I would so appreciate your honest rating and review. Please leave a review by <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/empowered-relationship-podcast/id969874173" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">clicking here</a>.  Thank you!   <a href="https://drjessicahiggins.lpages.co/shifting-criticism-for-connected-communication/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"></a> *With Amazon Affiliate Links, I may earn a few cents from Amazon, if you purchase the book from this link.