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Desirae Ysasi

LPC-S
Director of Training & Certification
Relational Life Institute

Desirae Ysasi, LPC-S, is a relationship therapist based in San Antonio, Texas, and the founder of Relational Life Texas, a group practice specializing in Relational Life Therapy (RLT). A Certified RLT Therapist trained directly by Terry Real, she brings 20 years of experience helping clients create more intimate, connected relationships. Desirae also serves as Director of Training & Certification at the Relational Life Institute, where she trains therapists and coaches worldwide in the RLT model. Desirae is passionate about helping clinicians integrate courage, authenticity, and wholehearted intervention into their work with couples. Outside of her professional work, Desirae enjoys reading, practicing yoga, and tending to her garden. She cherishes time spent traveling with her husband and daughter and exploring the vibrant culture and events of her hometown, San Antonio.

2026 Sessions

Finding Our Way Back: Reclaiming Human Connection Through Relational Life Therapy

We are more connected than ever, yet many of us have never felt more alone. Therapists are witnessing the effects every day: increasing loneliness, polarization, disconnection, and the erosion of meaningful relationships. While technology has transformed the way we communicate, it has not necessarily strengthened our capacity to truly relate.

In this inspiring and thought-provoking session, Desirae Ysasi explores how the principles of Relational Life Therapy (RLT) offer a roadmap back to authentic connection. Moving beyond symptom reduction and conflict management, RLT teaches the relational skills that help people shift from self-protection to mutuality, accountability, and genuine intimacy.

Although developed as a model for couples therapy, RLT's principles extend far beyond the therapy room. This presentation invites clinicians to consider how relational intelligence can strengthen families, workplaces, communities, and our broader culture. Participants will leave with a renewed appreciation for the transformative power of relationships and a vision for how therapists can help cultivate connection in an increasingly disconnected world.

The presentation will conclude with a fireside conversation exploring the future of relational healing and why relationality may be one of the most essential skills of our time.

Presenter

Tuesday, December 08 3:30–5:00 PM
Faculty

Desirae Ysasi

LPC-S
Director of Training & Certification
Relational Life Institute

Desirae Ysasi, LPC-S, is a relationship therapist based in San Antonio, Texas, and the founder of Relational Life Texas, a group practice specializing in Relational Life Therapy (RLT). A Certified RLT Therapist trained directly by Terry Real, she brings 20 years of experience helping clients create more intimate, connected relationships. Desirae also serves as Director of Training & Certification at the Relational Life Institute, where she trains therapists and coaches worldwide in the RLT model. Desirae is passionate about helping clinicians integrate courage, authenticity, and wholehearted intervention into their work with couples. Outside of her professional work, Desirae enjoys reading, practicing yoga, and tending to her garden. She cherishes time spent traveling with her husband and daughter and exploring the vibrant culture and events of her hometown, San Antonio.
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