Apr 11, 2019
How this police couple rebuilt their marriage after trauma — and
now helps others do the same.
Discover how Kathy and Javier Bustos, That Peer Support Couple,
turned their critical incidents into a mission of hope and healing
for law enforcement officers and their spouses. 💙
Episode Summary
In this episode, Cyndi Doyle talks with Kathy and Javier about
their journey through multiple critical incidents, including a
line-of-duty death and officer-involved shooting that nearly ended
their marriage.
You’ll learn:
How trauma can quietly erode connection in law enforcement marriages
What peer support really means (and why it’s not complicated)
The role of post-critical incident seminars (PCIS) in recovery
How to rebuild trust, communication, and resilience after trauma
Why self-care and family connection are key to emotional survival in law enforcementHosted by Cyndi Doyle, licensed professional counselor, author of Hold the Line, and founder of Code4Couples®, this podcast helps first responder couples strengthen connection, improve communication, and build resilience for the long haul.
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Protecting Your Law Enforcement Relationship →
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00:00 – Welcome & guest intro
02:30 – The story behind “That Peer Support Couple”
07:00 – The emotional impact of back-to-back critical incidents
13:00 – When trauma hits the marriage
18:00 – Seeking help and rebuilding trust
23:00 – Peer support and PCIS explained
28:00 – Lessons for law enforcement couples
34:00 – Final advice for first responders