Podcasts about Critical incident stress management

Every educator is a first responder to student behavior, let's make sure they're equipped to respond with confidence. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Brandy Samuell, a seasoned educator with over 30 years of experience spanning the classroom, district leadership, and crisis response. From teacher to assistant superintendent, Brandy has dedicated her career to supporting the emotional and behavioral needs of students. Now serving as Director of Mental Health and Related Services at eLuma, Brandy helps schools implement proactive mental health strategies and crisis intervention systems. With a background in Business Administration and School Counseling, as well as advanced work in Educational Diagnostics and Leadership, she brings both breadth and depth to the conversation. She is also certified in Critical Incident Stress Management. Together, Graham and Brandy discuss the evolving role of mental health in education, the essential need for staff wellness, and how we can build school cultures that support both students and the adults who serve them.   For more information about eLuma, please visit: https://eluma.com For more information about free webinars for educators and clinicians, please visit: https://eluma.com/resources/webinars/ Read the eLuma's Blog at: https://eluma.com/blog/ Connect with eLuma on Linkedin at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/elumatherapy/ Connect with eLuma on Instagram on: https://www.instagram.com/elumatherapy/

In this episode, we'll explore the unique pressures they endure, from traumatic incidents and long shifts to the unrelenting weight of constant vigilance. More importantly, we'll discuss practical coping strategies, available support resources, and how we, as a society, can do better in recognizing and addressing their needs. Whether you're a first responder, have a loved one in the field, or simply want to understand the unseen struggles these heroes face better, this conversation is for you.Dr. Jones earned her B.S. from Mansfield University (2006), M.A. in Clinical Psychology from Marywood University (2009), and Doctorate of Psychology from Immaculata University (2014). She completed her post-doctoral fellowship at Catawba Hospital, specializing in inpatient treatment for adults and geriatrics. With over a decade of clinical experience, she is credentialed with PsycPact for inter-jurisdictional telehealth and specializes in trauma and PTSD treatment for civilians and law enforcement. Dr. Jones also served as Clinical Director for Virginia State Police's Critical Incident Stress Management team.

This is part one of a three-part series focused on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineer's (USACE) Critical Incident Stress Management Program (CISM). The mission of the CISM program is to provide education, support, and assistance to USACE employees for incidental or cumulative critical incident stress experienced in the performance of their jobs and/or in the event of major civil emergencies, natural disasters or military contingencies. 24/7 CISM helpline 314-925-5250 Email: cism-vm@usace.army.mil FOR USACE STAFF ONLY: Join the CISM Team: Visit the CISM SharePoint portal under "how can I help?"

In this episode of HFA Ian Maslin joins us to discuss the importance of Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) for SAR responders. Ian is a Certified Traumatologist from the Traumatology Institute and Certified from UMBC in Critical Incident Stress Management. He is an Advanced Approved Instructor with The International Critical Incident Stress Foundation. A Peer CISM responder with British Columbia Search and Rescue Association, and Emergency Support Services. He is also a Community Care Nurse in the Lower Mainland of BC. Additionally he serves as the Training and Competency coordinator for British Columbia Search and Rescue association Critical Incident Stress Management program. During this episode we discuss the essentials of why SAR teams should implement a CISM program, and the positive benefits a well coordinated CISM program can have for team cohesiveness. We also breakdown the essentials of what's in a CISM program, and how each element is utilized after a stressful situation. We concluded the episode by providing resources that SAR teams can utilize to implement a CISM program for their local team. References mentioned during this episode: Talking Trauma Website: https://talkingtrauma.com/ International Critical Incident Stress Foundation: https://icisf.org/ Kent Harrison Search and Rescue: https://khsar.ca/ Ian's Phone Number: 604-316-2079

https://www.chaplaincyinnovation.org How can chaplains help healthcare institutions respond best in moments of crisis? One chaplain proposes Go Teams for healthcare. Following a series of traumatic incidents and losses, including on-site suicide, colleague deaths, and assaultive patients that deeply shook the staff community, Chaplain Alyssa Adreani created and launched a crisis response program called the Newton-Wellesley Hospital GO Team. Inspired by Critical Incident Stress Management, the GO Team is comprised of professional colleagues from Spiritual Care, EAP, Behavioral Health, Peer Support and other trained and experienced professionals. The team are activated and deployed by executive leadership following crisis events at the hospital. Supportive responders debrief after every incident. This webinar will discuss the history of the GO Team, the path taken to create and launch it, and how other chaplains can create similar resources in their own healthcare institutions. We're joined by Alyssa Adreani, Director, Spiritual Care Department, Newton-Wellesley Hospital.

In this quick tips episode, guest speaker Dr. Victor Welzant provides information on effective suicide intervention. Victor Welzant, PsyD, is the Director of Education and Training and past member of the Board of Directors of the International Critical Incident Stress Foundation, based in Ellicott City, MD. Victor previously served as Director of Acute Trauma Services for the Sheppard Pratt Health System and as a consultant to the State of Maryland, Department of Health and Mental Hygiene in the area of disaster behavioral health. Victor maintains a private consulting and clinical practice in Towson MD, where he specializes in the treatment of Trauma and Stress related conditions, organizational training, and program development. Victor is the Clinical Director for the Anne Arundel Fire Dept. Critical Incident Stress Management team in MD, as well as a supervisor for the Sheppard Pratt Health Care CISM team development. He is a consultant to the Harford County Maryland Sheriff's Department's Crisis Negotiation, and Peer Support teams and serves on the adjunct faculty of Towson University in Psychology, Nursing, and Homeland Security. Victor currently serves on the editorial board of the International Journal of Emergency Mental Health. Victor lectures and consults internationally on the topics Crisis Intervention, Critical Incident Stress Management, Suicide, Disaster Behavioral Health and the impact and treatment of trauma.For more information on this topic, visit https://icisf.org/resources/. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-icisf/support

Code4Couples is the brain child of Cyndi Doyle, Licensed Professional Counselor and Law Enforcement Officer Wife. She has a passion for helping to Law Enforcement Couples with her personal experience of being married to a Law Enforcement Officer and her professional expertise as a psychotherapist in private practice that works to with individuals and couple to create authentic and intimate lives. She has co-owned a group private practice for the past 10 years in Denton, TX. Her additional training includes Certification in Critical Incident Stress Management and serving on a CISM team in the DFW area. She was selected by the Office of the Governor to be one of 3 mental health professionals to serve on a statewide work group focusing on Mental Health Access for First Responders in response to Texas HB 1794.

Jonathan Hickory is a Master Police Officer in Charlottesville, Virginia. In his 15 plus years of police experience, Jonathan has mentored and instructed other officers in police driving methods and as a Field Training Officer. Jonathan spent seven years investigating the reconstruction of fatal vehicle crash sites and three years as a motorcycle officer. Jonathan proudly serves as a member of the Police Department's Peer Support Team providing Critical Incident Stress Management support to fellow officers. He also leads a Life Safety team with The Point Church in Charlottesville and the local chapter of the Fellowship of Christian Peace Officers. Jonathan has been married to his wife Stacy for over 15 years and has two children.

We're foregoing the usual format and quote for this episode of Authentic Living with Roxanne as there are way too many to list. We have gathered a prestigious panel of women to have a frank discussion about how leaders can better deal with conflict and trauma in the workplace. This was such a great interview packed with so much inspirational information that we decided to turn it into a 2-part series. Here's the link to part 1: https://roxannederhodge.com/resilience-and-conflict-in-leadership-and-the-ror-1/ Our panel consists of: Linda Crockett MSW, RSW, SEP, CCPA is known for pioneering the first and only full-service workplace harassment, bullying, and violence resource center in Canada since 2010.  She has also spearheaded the regional and national workplace bullying awareness week with active government leader endorsement since 2010. Linda has won awards from the Government of Alberta and the University of Calgary for her specialized services. Her clinical and professional training includes a master's degree specializing in workplace bullying. Joni Peddie works with Senior Leadership Teams and gives Keynote talks to Multi-National “Leadership” Associations and Business Schools. After 28 years, that's over 110,000 people, in many countries besides South Africa (where she was born): including Australia, Dubai, Oman, UK, Ireland, Jordan, USA, Israel, Kenya, Morocco, Egypt, Tanzania, Brazil, Argentina and Columbia. Joni loves travelling and learning about different cultures, satisfying her growth mindset and intrigue about ‘what makes people tick?'    Treena Reilkoff is a Conflict Management and Resiliency Specialist, international author and founder of TLR Solutions Conflict Inc. As a Trauma Informed Mediator, Psychological Health and Safety Advisor, Workplace Fairness and Restoration Analyst and Resiliency Trainer/Facilitator, her passion is to support leaders, organizations, and businesses to become the architects of their conflict-resilient workplaces. Treena's combined experience of over 25 years includes working in diverse, high-risk, and complex environments, within the fields of mental health, behavioural analysis, first responders (corrections and military/veterans), Critical Incident Stress Management, case management, disability management and social work.  Barbara Veder is an award-winning expert in the field of mental health, including most recently recognized as one of Digital Health Canada's 2020 Women Leaders in Digital Health, Barb is known globally as a leader in Workplace Mental Health and Wellness, EAP Best Practice, Global Trauma delivery, and enhanced digital mental health support. She is known around the world for her published research, conference presentations, media interviews, and counsellor education initiatives. She has contributed to clinical best practices through her Board work, program research, and product development over the course of her decades of work in her field. Authentic Touch Points: A bit about each of our panellists. 1:00 Becoming emotionally intelligent. 3:00 The 4 Dimensions of Resilience. 7:30 Leaders need to look in the mirror. 12:00 Assessments are crucial. 16:00 Create a solid foundation. 21:00 Set them up for success. 25:00 Leave the environment better than when you arrived. 27:00 Each of these amazing women brings a different and fresh perspective to the table. This is one episode (actually, two episodes) that you won't want to miss! Be sure to listen to last week's episode for many more insights and ideas that can help you navigate the murky waters of conflict in the workplace. Links: Linda's website: https://instituteofworkplacebullyingresources.ca/  Linda's LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ciwbr/ Fundraiser info: https://instituteofworkplacebullyingresources.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/fundraiser-english.png Joni‘s website: https://www.resilientpeople.co.za/ Joni's LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonipeddie/ Treena's website: https://www.ddrioc.com/ Treena's LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/treenareilkoff-tlr-solutions4conflict/ Barbara's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barbara-veder/ Roxanne's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roxannederhodge/  

We're foregoing the usual format and quote for this episode of Authentic Living with Roxanne as there are way too many to list. We have gathered a prestigious panel of women to have a frank discussion about how leaders can better deal with conflict and trauma in the workplace. This was such a great interview packed with so much interesting information about workplace conflict that we decided to turn it into a 2-part series. Be sure to tune in again next week for part II. Our panel consists of: Linda Crockett MSW, RSW, SEP, CCPA is known for pioneering the first and only full-service workplace harassment, bullying, and violence resource center in Canada since 2010.  She has also spearheaded the regional and national workplace bullying awareness week with active government leader endorsement since 2010. Linda has won awards from the Government of Alberta and the University of Calgary for her specialized services. Her clinical and professional training includes a master's degree specializing in workplace bullying. Joni Peddie works with Senior Leadership Teams and gives Keynote talks to Multi-National “Leadership” Associations and Business Schools. After 28 years, that's over 110,000 people, in many countries besides South Africa (where she was born): including Australia, Dubai, Oman, UK, Ireland, Jordan, USA, Israel, Kenya, Morocco, Egypt, Tanzania, Brazil, Argentina and Columbia. Joni loves travelling and learning about different cultures, satisfying her growth mindset and intrigue about ‘what makes people tick?'    Treena Reilkoff is a Conflict Management and Resiliency Specialist, international author and founder of TLR Solutions Conflict Inc. As a Trauma Informed Mediator, Psychological Health and Safety Advisor, Workplace Fairness and Restoration Analyst and Resiliency Trainer/Facilitator, her passion is to support leaders, organizations, and businesses to become the architects of their conflict-resilient workplaces. Treena's combined experience of over 25 years includes working in diverse, high-risk, and complex environments, within the fields of mental health, behavioural analysis, first responders (corrections and military/veterans), Critical Incident Stress Management, case management, disability management and social work.  Barbara Veder is an award-winning expert in the field of mental health, including most recently recognized as one of Digital Health Canada's 2020 Women Leaders in Digital Health, Barb is known globally as a leader in Workplace Mental Health and Wellness, EAP Best Practice, Global Trauma delivery, and enhanced digital mental health support. She is known around the world for her published research, conference presentations, media interviews, and counsellor education initiatives. She has contributed to clinical best practices through her Board work, program research, and product development over the course of her decades of work in her field. Authentic Touch Points: Introducing our panel. 1:00 Current workplace conflict trends. 3:00 We need trauma-informed training. 9:00 Finding the right clinical approach. 13:00 What it means to be trauma-informed. 18:00 Being aware of what people need. 22:00 Remember, leaders have had trauma too. 24:30 Getting everyone on board. 27:00 Each of these amazing women brings a different and fresh perspective to the table. This is one episode (actually, two episodes) that you won't want to miss! Be sure to tune in again next week for many more insights and ideas that can help you navigate the murky waters of conflict in the workplace. Links: Linda's website: https://instituteofworkplacebullyingresources.ca/  Linda's LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ciwbr/Joni‘s website: https://www.resilientpeople.co.za/Joni's LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonipeddie/Treena's website: https://www.ddrioc.com/Treena's LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/treenareilkoff-tlr-solutions4conflict/ Barbara's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barbara-veder/

Alexis and her guest Adam Stanchak continue their discussion on Critical Incident Stress Management in EMS.Part 2 of 2

In this week's episode, Alexis is joined by Adam Stanchak, who shares his experience of working in Critical Incident Stress Management in EMS.Part 1 of 2

Quote: “You're moving from SOS to SRSR…self-reflection strengthening resiliency.” Treena Reilkoff When there is trauma in the workplace, it's difficult to know how people will react and how it might affect them long-term. What can leaders do to assist their teams to heal? On this episode of Authentic Living with Roxanne, we're excited to welcome Treena Reilkoff to share her knowledge about Resiliency Training and how it can help teams move forward after a traumatic event occurs. This was such a great interview packed with so much inspirational information that we decided to turn it into a 2-part series. Here's the link to Part 1: https://roxannederhodge.com/resiliency-training-and-the-ror-with-treena-reilkoff/ Treena is a Conflict Management & Resiliency Specialist, international author, and founder of TLR Solutions4Conflict Inc. As a Trauma Informed Mediator, Psychological Health & Safety Advisor, Workplace Fairness & Restoration Analyst and Resiliency Trainer/Facilitator, her passion is to support leaders, organizations, and businesses to become the architects of their conflict resilient workplace. Treena's combined experience of over 25 years includes working in diverse, high-risk, and complex environments, within the fields of mental health, behavioural analysis, first responders (corrections and military/veterans), Critical Incident Stress Management, case management, disability management and social work. Authentic Touch Points: Ask what your employees need. 2:30 The cost of reputation. 5:00 Be proactive for conflict avoidance. 9:00 Include everyone! 12:00 Leaders need to share too. 16:00 Guidelines for leaders. 20:00 Treena understands the importance of wellness and risk mitigation within our workplaces; thus, she adapts her services to meet the client's needs and desired outcomes with a holistic lens that incorporates cultural competency.  Treena spends her time travelling, creating memories, and becoming conflict curious, with outcomes geared towards transformational growth that supports building intergenerational conflict and trauma resiliency. I encourage leaders to reach out for guidance about presenting their authentic selves to develop an improved workplace for everyone with less conflict, as I offer executive coaching.  Visit https://roxannederhodge.com/chat/ to schedule your complimentary discovery call now. Stay Authentic,   Roxanne P.S. Have you heard? My new book, ROR: Return On Relationships, is available on June 10th! You can get your copy of the Kindle Version on Amazon for only $1.99! https://www.amazon.ca/dp/1739001923/ Links: Treena's website: https://tlrsolutions4conflict.caThe Success Maverick: http://www.beasuccessmaverick.com/author/treenareilkoff/ Grief & Fatigue: Families & the Pandemic: Stories of Struggle and Hope : Co-Authored with 106 professionals, from 27 countries, translated into 12 languages and all proceeds go to the Ukraine. Canada: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0B6T8YYQ8 US:  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B6T8YYQ8 Treena's LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/treenareilkoff-tlr-solutions4conflict/ Roxanne's LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roxannederhodge/ Roxanne's email: roxanne@roxannederhodge.com

Firefighters have been working long days in very challenging conditions to bring wildfires under control. That can take a toll both physically and mentally. Wendy Rafuse is the chair of the Fire Service Association of Nova Scotia's Critical Incident Stress Management team.

Quote: “It's human nature…conflict avoidance is easy. Conflict curiosity is kind of anxiety provoking because it's the unknown.” Treena Reilkoff When there is trauma in the workplace, it's difficult to know how people will react and how it might affect them long term. What can leaders do to assist their teams to heal? On this episode of Authentic Living with Roxanne, we're excited to welcome Treena Reilkoff to share her knowledge about Resiliency Training and how it can help teams move forward after a traumatic event occurs. This was such a great interview packed with so much interesting information about workplace conflict that we decided to turn it into a 2-part series. Be sure to tune in again next week for part II. Treena is a Conflict Management & Resiliency Specialist, international author, and founder of TLR Solutions4Conflict Inc. As a Trauma Informed Mediator, Psychological Health & Safety Advisor, Workplace Fairness & Restoration Analyst and Resiliency Trainer/Facilitator, her passion is to support leaders, organizations, and businesses to become the architects of their conflict resilient workplace. Treena's combined experience of over 25 years includes working in diverse, high-risk, and complex environments, within the fields of mental health, behavioural analysis, first responders (corrections and military/veterans), Critical Incident Stress Management, case management, disability management and social work. Authentic Touch Points: What is resilience? 2:00 Trauma in the workplace. 5:00 The after effect. 11:30 Tips for leaders. 17:30 Mitigating the psycho/social risks. 22:00 Treena understands the importance of wellness and risk mitigation within our workplaces; thus, she adapts her services to meet the client's needs and desired outcomes with a holistic lens that incorporates cultural competency.  Treena spends her time travelling, creating memories, and becoming conflict curious, with outcomes geared towards transformational growth that supports building intergenerational conflict and trauma resiliency. I encourage leaders to reach out for guidance about presenting their authentic selves to develop an improved workplace for everyone with less conflict, as I offer executive coaching.  Visit https://roxannederhodge.com/chat/ to schedule your complimentary discovery call now. Stay Authentic,   Roxanne P.S. Have you heard? My new book, ROR: Return On Relationships, will be available on June 10th! CLICK HERE to pre-order your copy today. Links: Treena's website: https://tlrsolutions4conflict.caThe Success Maverick: http://www.beasuccessmaverick.com/author/treenareilkoff/ Grief & Fatigue: Families & the Pandemic: Stories of Struggle and Hope: Co-Authored with 106 professionals, from 27 countries, translated into 12 languages, and all proceeds go to the Ukraine. Canada: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0B6T8YYQ8  US:  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B6T8YYQ8 Treena's LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/treenareilkoff-tlr-solutions4conflict/ Roxanne's LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roxannederhodge/ Roxanne's email: roxanne@roxannederhodge.com            

Today, I interview Phil Blagg. In this captivating interview, we delve into a revelation that has remained hidden for the entirety of his life until now. Throughout the years, Phil guarded a family secret with unwavering dedication, keeping it locked away from the world. As we explore how keeping that secret affected him on his extraordinary journey, it becomes apparent that Phil's experiences may strike a chord within you, resonating with moments from your own life where finding your voice seemed an insurmountable challenge.With a remarkable career spanning over two decades as a firefighter and later as an Arctic Alaska oil field worker, Phil Blagg has honed his expertise in communication and conflict resolution. Presenting his invaluable services through his company, Express Ways, Phil reflects on the obstacles he faced in his quest for self-expression and its profound impact on his life. For years, he felt stifled, unable to freely articulate his thoughts and opinions, silently grappling with the weight of unspoken words.Although Phil managed to conquer his stage fright in public speaking, this personal triumph evolved into a transformative foundation that shapes his communication style to this day. Now, his ultimate aspiration is to empower others, guiding them toward discovering their own voices, actively listening to their inner selves, and effectively resolving conflicts that may plague their lives. Phil's remarkable journey of self-discovery and transformation serves as a beacon of hope, illuminating the path toward authentic self-expression and profound interpersonal understanding.________________________________Phil is a Communication and Conflict Resolution Consultant with a focus on Peer Support for First Responders and Communities. With over 20 years of experience as a Firefighter and a second career working in the remote Arctic Alaska Oilfields, he offers a unique perspective on how to communicate and reduce conflict in personal and professional relationships. His avocation has become his life's calling as a Speaking Circles Facilitator and having been trained in mediation and Critical Incident Stress Management. He offers his services through his company, Express Ways: The Road To New Solutions.________________________________You can find Phil here:https://www.instagram.com/myexpressways/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-blagg-466548155/ ___________________________________I'm Dr. Doreen Downing and I help people find their voice so they can speak without fear. Get the Free 7-Step Guide to Fearless Speaking: https://www.doreen7steps.com​.

The one truth to life that none of us seem to ever speak aloud came from our guest today: "We all die." Whether you are pondering what will happen to your loved ones when you pass away or if you are a caregiver to someone who is sick, today's episode is for you.    ⩥ PLEASE SUBSCRIBE ⩤   CLICK HERE for our best-selling products: https://amzn.to/3xaG3xw and https://rdbl.co/3DIQVUC   CLICK HERE to join our free Police, Fire, Military and Families Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/38w2e7r   SUBSCRIBE to the LEO Warriors YouTube Channel here: https://bit.ly/3xbvVon   Check out our website and learn more about how you can work with LEO Warriors by going to: https://www.leowarriors.com/   About Our Guest:  

#"Living Life's Final Chapter" About Lee Lee Atherton, is a certified end-of-life, grief support, and resilience coach with over 15 years of experience. She is honored to help people “live their dying” by discovering the beauty in the process and the gifts to be found. It is her calling and privilege to journey with people through the white waters of grief, navigating the chaos until they reach the tranquil pool of stillness. “CoachRev”, as many know her, is also a compassionate officiant whose goal is for those in attendance to feel as though they have just participated in a powerful and meaningful experience led by someone who knew the honoree well. Recognizing the demands of anyone in the helping or caring professions, Lee offers coaching and programs for professionals who frequently encounter dying or death as part of their work. After receiving specialized training, Lee serves public safety officials as a local fire chaplain and a Critical Incident Stress Management team member. In this capacity, together with her trained dog, Shadow, Lee supports first responders who have experienced a traumatic event. Shadow provides moments of joy and helps Lee provide comfort during an otherwise stressful time. More Info at Grandpa Bills BH Sales Kennel Kelp Holistic Healing Hour on Spotify.#Resilience, #FirstResponder,#Grief,#Death,#Dying,#Funerals,#PetLoss,#Trauma#Recovery,#Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, # PTSD --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bhsales/message

My name is Grandpa Bill , and I host my podcast The BH Sales Kennel Kelp Holistic Healing Hour on Spotify. Many Blessings, to each and everyone of you in the listening audience. Grandpa Bill today asks: What are the biggest challenges [professionals who serve others / people who are dying / people who are grieving] face? Leave Your answers at This Anchor Radio Show Mwessage Board GB Encourages you to interact. Voice Yoyr feelings and Opinions, with good taste, and I shall field and discuss all of them. Today Grandpa Bill features my Lee Atherton Prelude Show/ Lee will be on my show at taping this Friday- "Caring for the Caregiver" right along with yours truly.  About Lee Lee Atherton, is a certified end-of-life, grief support, and resilience coach with over 15 years of experience. She is honored to help people “live their dying” by discovering the beauty in the process and the gifts to be found. It is her calling and privilege to journey with people through the white waters of grief, navigating the chaos until they reach the tranquil pool of stillness. “CoachRev”, as many know her, is also a compassionate officiant whose goal is for those in attendance to feel as though they have just participated in a powerful and meaningful experience led by someone who knew the honoree well. Recognizing the demands of anyone in the helping or caring professions, Lee offers coaching and programs for professionals who frequently encounter dying or death as part of their work.   After receiving specialized training, Lee serves public safety officials as a local fire chaplain and a Critical Incident Stress Management team member. In this capacity, together with her trained dog, Shadow, Lee supports first responders who have experienced a traumatic event. Shadow provides moments of joy and helps Lee provide comfort during an otherwise stressful time. #Resilience,#First Responder,#Grief,#Death,#Dying,#Funerals,#Pet Loss,#Trauma Recovery,#Post Traumatic Stress Disorder,  PTSD, --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bhsales/message

Grandpa Asks today: What are Your Attitudes About Grief & Loss ? Are You Facing a Grief of Loss Situation? Are You Dealing with The Loss of a Pet or Loved One? Are You Grieving over Your Own Fatal Disease and or Diagnosis? About Lee Lee Atherton, is a certified end-of-life, grief support, and resilience coach with over 15 years of experience. She is honored to help people “live their dying” by discovering the beauty in the process and the gifts to be found. It is her calling and privilege to journey with people through the white waters of grief, navigating the chaos until they reach the tranquil pool of stillness. “CoachRev”, as many know her, is also a compassionate officiant whose goal is for those in attendance to feel as though they have just participated in a powerful and meaningful experience led by someone who knew the honoree well. Recognizing the demands of anyone in the helping or caring professions, Lee offers coaching and programs for professionals who frequently encounter dying or death as part of their work. After receiving specialized training, Lee serves public safety officials as a local fire chaplain and a Critical Incident Stress Management team member. In this capacity, together with her trained dog, Shadow, Lee supports first responders who have experienced a traumatic event. Shadow provides moments of joy and helps Lee provide comfort during an otherwise stressful time. #Resilience,#First Responder,#Grief,#Death,#Dying,#Funerals,#Pet Loss,#Trauma Recovery,#Post Traumatic Stress Disorder , #PTSD --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bhsales/message

Kathryn interviews Author Marilyn J. Wooley PhD.Firefighters run into burning buildings, police officers chase active shooters, and EMTs rush to provide life-saving medical support, no matter how gruesome the crime scene. First responders are the action heroes of our time, but they are not invincible. Nearly 30% of first responders will develop PTSD, and many will experience increased suicidality and other psychiatric conditions, explained psychologist and traumatologist Marilyn J. Wooley. And far too many responders struggle in silence wondering if they will ever get better. She outlines what happens in the body and mind during a critical incident that makes it both normal and natural to experience difficult thoughts and feelings. With more than 40 years of experience in the field of psychology she teaches Critical Incident Stress Management. She worked with the American Red Cross to help victims of 9/11 and served as a clinician for the West Coast Post-trauma Retreat.Kathryn also interviews Author Meg Stafford.Award-winning memoirist Meg Stafford has an adventurous spirit, and this time she takes us along for the ride. When her daughters venture into terra incognita – one of them meditating in the Himalayas and the other providing unarmed protection in the Colombian countryside – Stafford decides to go too. In the process, she reflects on her own lifetime of wanderlust and what it means for a parent to love and let go. Generous, insightful, and deeply funny, Stafford is the ideal tour guide for a journey as big as the world and as intimate as the human heart. She illuminates how there may be no greater test in parenting than trekking around the globe with your adult daughters. She is an award winning author and as a social worker in private practice, she's been helping others negotiate the terrain of relationships and connections for over 35 years.

Kathryn interviews Author Marilyn J. Wooley PhD.Firefighters run into burning buildings, police officers chase active shooters, and EMTs rush to provide life-saving medical support, no matter how gruesome the crime scene. First responders are the action heroes of our time, but they are not invincible. Nearly 30% of first responders will develop PTSD, and many will experience increased suicidality and other psychiatric conditions, explained psychologist and traumatologist Marilyn J. Wooley. And far too many responders struggle in silence wondering if they will ever get better. She outlines what happens in the body and mind during a critical incident that makes it both normal and natural to experience difficult thoughts and feelings. With more than 40 years of experience in the field of psychology she teaches Critical Incident Stress Management. She worked with the American Red Cross to help victims of 9/11 and served as a clinician for the West Coast Post-trauma Retreat.Kathryn also interviews Author Meg Stafford.Award-winning memoirist Meg Stafford has an adventurous spirit, and this time she takes us along for the ride. When her daughters venture into terra incognita – one of them meditating in the Himalayas and the other providing unarmed protection in the Colombian countryside – Stafford decides to go too. In the process, she reflects on her own lifetime of wanderlust and what it means for a parent to love and let go. Generous, insightful, and deeply funny, Stafford is the ideal tour guide for a journey as big as the world and as intimate as the human heart. She illuminates how there may be no greater test in parenting than trekking around the globe with your adult daughters. She is an award winning author and as a social worker in private practice, she's been helping others negotiate the terrain of relationships and connections for over 35 years.

Kathryn interviews Author Marilyn J. Wooley PhD.Firefighters run into burning buildings, police officers chase active shooters, and EMTs rush to provide life-saving medical support, no matter how gruesome the crime scene. First responders are the action heroes of our time, but they are not invincible. Nearly 30% of first responders will develop PTSD, and many will experience increased suicidality and other psychiatric conditions, explained psychologist and traumatologist Marilyn J. Wooley. And far too many responders struggle in silence wondering if they will ever get better. She outlines what happens in the body and mind during a critical incident that makes it both normal and natural to experience difficult thoughts and feelings. With more than 40 years of experience in the field of psychology she teaches Critical Incident Stress Management. She worked with the American Red Cross to help victims of 9/11 and served as a clinician for the West Coast Post-trauma Retreat.Kathryn also interviews Author Meg Stafford.Award-winning memoirist Meg Stafford has an adventurous spirit, and this time she takes us along for the ride. When her daughters venture into terra incognita – one of them meditating in the Himalayas and the other providing unarmed protection in the Colombian countryside – Stafford decides to go too. In the process, she reflects on her own lifetime of wanderlust and what it means for a parent to love and let go. Generous, insightful, and deeply funny, Stafford is the ideal tour guide for a journey as big as the world and as intimate as the human heart. She illuminates how there may be no greater test in parenting than trekking around the globe with your adult daughters. She is an award winning author and as a social worker in private practice, she's been helping others negotiate the terrain of relationships and connections for over 35 years.

Kathryn interviews Author Marilyn J. Wooley PhD.Firefighters run into burning buildings, police officers chase active shooters, and EMTs rush to provide life-saving medical support, no matter how gruesome the crime scene. First responders are the action heroes of our time, but they are not invincible. Nearly 30% of first responders will develop PTSD, and many will experience increased suicidality and other psychiatric conditions, explained psychologist and traumatologist Marilyn J. Wooley. And far too many responders struggle in silence wondering if they will ever get better. She outlines what happens in the body and mind during a critical incident that makes it both normal and natural to experience difficult thoughts and feelings. With more than 40 years of experience in the field of psychology she teaches Critical Incident Stress Management. She worked with the American Red Cross to help victims of 9/11 and served as a clinician for the West Coast Post-trauma Retreat.Kathryn also interviews Author Meg Stafford.Award-winning memoirist Meg Stafford has an adventurous spirit, and this time she takes us along for the ride. When her daughters venture into terra incognita – one of them meditating in the Himalayas and the other providing unarmed protection in the Colombian countryside – Stafford decides to go too. In the process, she reflects on her own lifetime of wanderlust and what it means for a parent to love and let go. Generous, insightful, and deeply funny, Stafford is the ideal tour guide for a journey as big as the world and as intimate as the human heart. She illuminates how there may be no greater test in parenting than trekking around the globe with your adult daughters. She is an award winning author and as a social worker in private practice, she's been helping others negotiate the terrain of relationships and connections for over 35 years.

The Context of White Supremacy welcomes Dr Heather Brown. The Director and President of Behind The Line, Inc., Dr. Brown holds a Bachelor of Social Work from Salisbury University, her Master of Science from Capella University, and completed her Ph.D. in Forensic Psychology at Walden University. She is certified to teach both Critical Incident Stress Management and Mental Health First Aid, and she helps instruct cadets in the mental health unit at the Eastern Shore Criminal Justice Academy. We'll discuss her 2022 dissertation: The Role of Child and Adult Sexual Fantasies and Criminal Paraphilia Involving Serial Sexual Murderers. Gus found her report after speaking with Bishop Tony Caldwell about the missing black females in Missouri. Bishop Caldwell referenced previous serial murders in the area, including Robert Berdella. Dr. Brown's report features Berdella, Seattle's Gary Ridgeway and a number of other White rapists and serial killers. She makes a point of the fact that most of the serial sexual killers are White Men. We discuss what it is about White Culture that produces this pattern of White Male behavior. We re-visit the concept of necrophilia (including the Joliet, Illinois case from 2013, where White teens had sex on the corpses of two black males.) Dr. Heather Brown also became the second White person to tell C.O.W.S. listeners that White people are more informed about White Supremacy/Racism (with a table spoon of inappropriate laughter). #WhatDoesItMeanToBeWhite #TheCOWS13 INVEST in The COWS – http://paypal.me/TheCOWS Cash App: https://cash.app/$TheCOWS CALL IN NUMBER: 720.716.7300 CODE 564943#

Listen as Dr. George Everly explains the difference between Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) and Psychological First Aid (PFA). (Previously Recorded July 14, 2020) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-icisf/support

BLM Fire National Critical Incident Stress Program Manager Dr. Patty O’Brien explains critical incident stress management, how firefighters can cope with traumatic events and depression, and how we break through the stigma of talking about mental health. Prior to becoming a doctor, Dr. Patty worked for several years as a Forest Service hotshot. At that time, she realized the need for fire personnel support services and became interested in firefighter mental health. We talk about the many resources available from peers, friends, family members, and employee assistance to dialing the new crisis hotline “988” on your phone - connecting the right tools to the individual to stay physically and mentally fit.

In today's episode Roger and Tony sit down with 17 year vet of the fire department, Rodney Appleby. Rodney is also a 7 year combat vet. The fellas sit down and discuss Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and its overwhelming affect on first responders. Rodney is part of the CISM team, which stands for Critical Incident Stress Management. Rodney discusses his role with CISM and how it can help firefighters deal with their issues. Roger and Tony also share their experiences while being members of their local fire department. PTSD is something that has just recently been diagnosed amongst first responders and is an issue sweeping our nation. Today they bring it to the forefront and share their feelings on the topic. 

In this latest episode, Host Susan Simons and co-host Tom “TheBombDotCom” Haubold speak with Jonathan Hickory Master Police Officer and Author of the award winning book “Break Every Chain”   Jonathan Hickory is an award winning author and speaker and an active Master Police Officer in Central Virginia. In his 19 plus years of police experience, Jonathan has mentored other officers as a Field Training Officer and a driving instructor. Jonathan spent seven years investigating the reconstruction of fatal vehicle crashes and three years as a motorcycle officer.  Jonathan proudly serves as a member of the Police Department's Peer Support Team providing Critical Incident Stress Management support to fellow officers.  Jonathan has written several articles for Law Officer magazine and also instructs a DCJS credit approved Resilience, Mental Wellness and Suicide Prevention class he developed for veteran police officers, dispatchers, and jail officers.  Jonathan has been married to his wife Stacy for over 18 years and has three beloved children.        As a veteran officer, Jonathan has worked the streets, facing the darkest moments of humanity. After battling alcoholism and PTSD related depression for years, he found himself in the middle of the ultimate battle of good versus evil; the battle for his soul, considering suicide. After allowing the enemy of unresolved trauma to destroy his life and his family for so long, Jonathan cried out for help.  Jonathan now helps other First Responders to heal from their trauma.  Jonathan's award winning book, Break Every Chain, has sold thousands of copies and released as an award winning major motion picture in December 2021.  For more information, visit breakeverychainmovie.com.   Welcome to Fight in Progress!   Description: Fight in Progress with Susan Simons aims to discuss problems and difficulties our officers face every day from sleep deprivation, vitamin and mineral deficiencies, and adrenal fatigue, to depression, isolation, physical illnesses, emotional distress, divorce and all too often suicide. Fight in Progress looks to cover these topics and discuss their solutions to help these warriors navigate these threats through education and preparation. We speak to experts, officers and their families from around the country to have hard discussions on what challenges this community faces, and what we can do to strengthen our men and women in law enforcement.   About the Host- Susan, President and founder of Under the Shield, is a leading subject matter expert in First Responder Stress/PTSI, and has been an instructor for 26 years in many major military and law enforcement installations around the country including, FBI Academy Quantico VA, US Marine Corps 3rd Battalion 23 Marines Lima Company, US Air Force Europe, consulting clinician NYPD/FDNY post 9-11, National Tactical Operators Association, and Luke AFB in Arizona (current). In these trainings she provides resilience training for all first responders and takes a head on approach to the issues of suicide, divorce, and Post traumatic stress, with solutions to the real issues affecting those in the first responder community. Through her non-profit, Under the Shield Inc., she has created the only Stress Coach Certification in the United States specifically for law enforcement, first responders, military and their families. Susan holds a M.S. in Counseling and Human Development from Troy University and is a Board Certified Expert in Traumatic Stress as well as a Fellow with the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress.    Contact a stress coach near you at Under The Shield: (855)889-2348   You can also reach out to the hosts directly for help at    Susan Simmons (334) 324-3570 or susan.simons@undertheshield.com   Tom The-Bomb-Dot-Com (480) 861-6574 or Thaubold@undertheshield.com   Spousal Dress Coach (480) 518-3775 Tracy “Mrs. The-Bomb-Dot-Com”     Visit our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Media/Fight-In-Progress-100743441735923/   Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2tadjn3I4OC75lGmqZL7sc   THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR JOINING US!

My passion for mental health began at Texas A&M University where I received my Bachelors of Science in Psychology. My coursework sparked an intense interest in the human mind. With my innate desire to help others, I pursued a career in counseling. I went on to receive my Masters of Arts in Counseling from Dallas Baptist University. I am also certified in Critical Incident Stress Management. My primary therapeutic approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which is founded in the notion that how one thinks strongly influences feelings and resulting behaviors.

This episode is a discussion with Dr. Peter Salerno about his book, “Fit For Off-Duty: A Manual for Firefighters: Healing from Work-Related Trauma, Restoring Personal Relationships, and Thriving at Home”. Dr. Salerno shares actionable steps to restoring relationships and thriving at home for first responders. He also shares with us about EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and how it benefits patients. Peter Salerno is a licensed psychotherapist residing in Southern California. He holds a doctorate and a master's in Clinical Psychology. He is approved by the International Association of Trauma Professionals as a certified Complex/Clinical Trauma Professional and Family Trauma Professional, certified with the Institute of Advanced Psychological Studies as a Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist, and trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy & Critical Incident Stress Management. Dr. Salerno believes that people make positive and lasting changes based on the insight gained during the process of psychotherapy. Dr. Salerno's Books:Fit For Off-Duty: A Manual for Firefighters: https://amzn.to/3PkOTzIFit For Off-Duty: A Manual For Law Enforcement Officers: https://amzn.to/3wftpeSFollow Along With Dr. Salernowebsite: https://www.drpetersalerno.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drpetersalernoFollow along with Dear Chiefs Podcast website: https://www.dearchiefs.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearchiefspodcast.comfacebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dearchiefspodcastfacbooke: https://www.facebook.com/dearchiefspodcast

*Disclosure- The OvercomingTrauma episode may trigger unanticipated feelings as it explores trauma intervention. Listen with care. Jessica Heavin, Licensed Professional Counselor unpacks the complex trauma support role when working with a child, teen or adult. Learn how to plant the seed of good intention, good timing, professional crisis intervention or trauma resolution. Guest: Jessica Heavin, Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Certified Employee Assistance Professional, Certified in Critical Incident Stress Management

In this episode we discuss imposter syndrome and making a mental health plan for fire season with Dani Shedden of Close the Gap Wellness.Dani Shedden is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor. Her education includes a Masters of Science in Clinical Counseling from Northwest Nazarene University and a Masters Certificate in Fire Ecology, Management, and Technology from University of Idaho.  Her background not only includes working in the mental health field, but as a wildland firefighter for the Bureau of Land Management and the United States Forest Service.  She has served as a Peer Supporter, Peer Lead, and Coordinator for the Critical Incident Stress Management interagency programs.  One of Dani's core values is taking care of people, she continues to do this work outside the land agencies as a CISM clinician, Mental Health Educator, and as a Human Factors Facilitator for Fireline Leadership courses.Follow DaniInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/closethegapwellness/Dani's Reading ListHow To Do The Work by Dr. Nicole LePera: https://amzn.to/3ISMFDbThe High Five Habit by Mel Robbins: https://amzn.to/36SscBrFollow Dear ChiefsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearchiefspodcast/Website: https://www.dearchiefs.comJoin our facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dearchiefspodcastBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

We are the walking wounded. Seeking help for ourselves is hard. I am talking to Scott Dakin, a Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) instructor and recipient of help and Teresa Brown, a licensed trauma counselor. Listen and learn how we can help our own lives, our families, our work environment and our professions. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/larry-d-simmons/message

Courageously Broken - DA Michaels tells her story Host: Conrad Weaver Guest: D.A. Michaels   ABOUT D.A. MICHAELS Donna Michaels has had a distinguished career which began by serving in the U.S. Navy and followed by 21 years in law enforcement which she is now retired from. She is a proud mom of a teenage daughter and enjoys her time with their three hysterically funny dogs. After being diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder in 2017, she began a journey to find answers to questions she had struggled with for years. In the course of doing so, she started to journal and before she knew it, she had written a book. Her discoveries not only allowed her to find the answers she was seeking, but in choosing to share her story she realized she could help others as well. She credits the strength of her “Never Quit” mentality to the three years she spent working alongside the Navy SEALs. There she established enduring friendships that would eventually save her life.  Donna spent much of the past two decades in law enforcement helping others in crisis, from various mental health problems. She is a Crisis Intervention Officer, Critical Incident Stress Management member and is all too familiar with how traumatic events can affect anyone.  Even the bravest and strongest among us.  In an effort to erase the stigma of PTSD, Donna hopes to not only encourage those to get help who battle their own invisible wounds, but also help the general public gain a better understanding of PTSD and not to fear those who have it.   Donna's book, Courageously Broken, may be purchased on her website and online bookstores. www.courageouslybroken.com +++++ LEARN MORE ABOUT PTSD911 DOCUMENTARY: https://ptsd911movie.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ptsd911movie/ https://www.facebook.com/ptsd911movie https://twitter.com/ptsd911movie SUPPORT THE FILM, MAKE A DONATION:  https://ptsd911movie.square.site/ #firstresponders #ptsd #mentalhealth #documentary #resilience #resiliency

In this bonus episode, Adam was able to sit down with Chaplain Jim Crowley to talk about his life in retirement. Jim talks about some of the methods he's using to help his mental and spiritual health, to include gratitude. Jim was the co-founder of Central Oregon Public Safety Chaplaincy and spent several years caring for law enforcement and fire personnel in their day to day duties. He still enjoys training up peers in Critical Incident Stress Management.

This week my guest is Andrea Tulley. Andrea is a therapist in her professional life & is also a big part of the guiding eyes for the blind community. Andrea is the dose of sunshine we all need & just listening to her will feel like a warm hug. She's quite good at seeing & hearing. Something we could all use a little more practice with.  We cover a lot of heavy this week including eating disorders, mental illness & suicide. If any of these are triggers, please skip this episode. Andrea is a cognitive-behavioral therapist and focuses on solution-oriented psychological treatment. She is a National Certified Counselor as well as being a Licensed Professional Counselor. Andrea has a specialized background in counseling Public Safety Officials and is certified in Critical Incident Stress Management. She is skilled at providing individual, group and family therapy to both adolescents and adults.www.andreatulley.comwww.guidingeyes.orgNational Suicide Prevention Lifeline  (800) 273-8255Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration National Helpline  (800) 662-4357

enise J. Thompson is the Director, Resiliency & Peer Support and Director, Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) for Bexar County Emergency Services District 7, San Antonio, TX. She is the founder of Crisis Response Consulting and The Coach Alliance. Denise received a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work from Wartburg College, Waverly, IA, a Master of Social Work from Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL and is a trained professional Coach through the Institute of Professional Excellence in Coaching. Denise is a Veteran of the US Air Force, was called back to active duty on 11 Sep 2001 and spent 8 years on active duty, 3 years as Chief, Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Deployment Operations at the Air Force Personnel Center, Randolph AFB, TX, and 5 years as Chief, Behavioral Health for the Air Force Reserve Command (AFRC), Robins AFB, GA. In her position with AFRC, Denise was responsible for the implementation and oversight of the following programs: Suicide and Violence Prevention, Post-Suicide Review, Critical Incident Stress Management, and Operational and Post-deployment Stress. For 7 years she provided oversight and training for over 200 AFRC personnel, military and civilian, who were part of the AFRC CISM team. Denise deployed to Iraq in 2008 and in 2009 to Kuwait. Denise finished her career as the Mental Health consultant to the 25th Air Force Surgeon General providing resiliency and operational stress management support to Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance personnel. Prior to September 11, 2001, Denise, while an Air Force Reserve Officer, was in private practice working with adults and children affected by traumatic events; a contract provider for the Veterans' Administration and an Employee Assistance Program provider for the US Postal Service. Denise currently provides coaching to civilians and first responders regarding life and occupational concerns. Denise presents on a variety of topics for military and civilian personnel regarding suicide prevention, intervention and postvention, workplace violence, Critical Incident Stress Management, combat/operational stress management, post-traumatic stress disorder and sexual assault prevention and response. She teaches several International Critical Incident Stress Foundation (ICISF) courses, is on the ICISF faculty and co-authored the ICISF Suicide Prevention, Intervention, and Postvention course. Denise is a core faculty member of the Resiliency Sciences Institute, International at UMBC Training Centers, instructing the certification courses, Resilient Leadership and The Resilient Child. Denise has provided crisis intervention and organizational consultation following airplane and helicopter crashes, homicides, suicides, line-of-duty deaths, manmade and natural disasters, robberies and combat. She is the founder and volunteer clinical director of the Alamo Regional Response Team, which covers a 13-county area surrounding San Antonio and provides mutual aid throughout Texas. For more information e-mail Denise at dthompon@d7fr.org.

In this episode, we are sitting down with Christy Warren of firefighterdeconstructed.com to talk about what it was like being a female in the fire service, her struggle with PTSD, and first responder suicide. Christy Warren  is a retired Fire Captain from the Berkeley Fire Department in California. She has twenty-five years of service as a professional paramedic, with seventeen years as a professional firefighter. She was diagnosed with PTSD in 2014 and spent several years recovering. Since retiring from the fire service, she has completed a triathlon, the Escape From Alcatraz swim, and a bachelor's degree in business from Washington State University. She is a volunteer at the West Coast Post Trauma Retreat and works as a substitute teacher at Juvenile Hall in Martinez. She lives in Pleasant Hill, California with her wife Lisa and her dog Harriet. Follow Along With Christie:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ffdeconstructed/ Website: https://firefighterdeconstructed.com/ Learn More about West Coast Post Trauma Retreat:website: https://www.frsn.org/west-coast-post-trauma-retreat.htmlMore about the S.O.S program: https://www.frsn.org/significant-others-and-spouses.htmlChristie's Reading List:Circe by Madeline Miller: https://amzn.to/3BJreCmThe Beauty In Breaking by Michelle Harper: https://amzn.to/3LXSfXqFollow along with Dear Chiefs Podcast:Dear Chiefs Insta: https://www.instagram.com/dearchiefspodcast/Dear Chiefs Website: https://www.dearchiefs.com/Join Our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dearchiefspodcast/ 

What is Psychological First Aid? How to help yourself, and others, in a moment of psychological crisis? How to build up resilience to stress and establish coping strategies for stress and trauma? In this episode, Stoyan Yakov, co-founder and co-host of The Leaders Who Care, welcomes to the podcast Don Marentette - Director of First Aid Education programs at Canadian Red Cross. Tune in and discover: ✔️ What is Psychological First Aid, and where to access it, ✔️ Creating a workplace culture of safety and wellness, ✔️ Why your personal self-care strategy is a necessity, ✔️ What metrics to use to evaluate a caring culture, ✔️ How can we learn to ask for support in a crisis, and much more! Creating safe environments through strategic collaboration has been Don's focus for the majority of his career. As a Paramedic and Firefighter in both the civilian and military communities for 17 years, Don Marentette has a vast degree of experience in diverse areas of expertise. Don has been employed as an Educator, facilitated various workshops including Critical Incident Stress Management, CQI programs, Suicide Awareness and multiple Emergency Medical responder programs. Over the last 10 years, Don has helped shift the Canadian Red Cross from a routine, workplace-compliant training agency into a solution provider and partner in creating safe environments. He has led the creation of a new curriculum employing case-based learning focused on individuals and populations' mental wellness. Already in the first year of implementation, the new curriculum has been transforming health outcomes across urban and rural communities throughout Canada. About the Psychological First Aid Courses: Psychological First Aid (PFA) is about taking care of yourself – your thoughts, feelings and emotions when you have experienced stress, crisis or trauma – and then being there for family, friends and community when they are having difficulty coping. Learn how to anticipate stress and crisis whenever possible, and equip yourself with the skill set to practice self-care and to provide care for others during particularly challenging times. Two Psychological First Aid courses are available online to learn at your own pace: Self-Care and Caring for Others. In both courses, learn the impact of stress, trauma, and grief while developing useful tools for handling difficult situations. These online courses are quick, accessible and practical, equipping you with skills you can use in daily life. Learn more via RedCross.ca

This episode is a little heavy, a little funny, and we talk about something we need to have more conversations about: mental health in small towns. This is a crossover episode with the amazing Franne and Becky from Shrink Rap the Podcast and they are so qualified, fun, and experienced in the specific area of mental health in small towns. They are here with us today to discuss barriers to rural mental health and decreasing stigmas surrounding getting help. About Franne & Becky Dr. Franne Sippel is a Licensed Psychologist and a post divorce mediator. She has worked with children, adolescents, and adults for over 25 years, specializing in the LGBT-Q population. Franne uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to address issues such as stress/coping, behavioral concerns, divorce, anxiety, depression, grief, healthy relationships/boundaries, and personal growth. Becky Kuch is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Mental Health and a National Certified Counselor. She works primarily with ages 18 and older. She has over 20 years experience working with individuals and couples. She assists people with a wide range of issues, including, but not limited to depression, anxiety, relationships, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), grief, personality disorders, and stress management. While she has a varied range of experience, she primarily practices Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Becky is a certified facilitator for Prepare Enrich (www.prepare-enrich.com.). She is also certified in Critical Incident Stress Management and Debriefing (www.icisf.org) and is a volunteer provider with the Give An Hour project (www.giveanhour.org). Together they host Shrink Rap the Podcast, a podcast that gives proper respect to various mental health issues, with a healthy dose of smart assery. In this episode, we cover: How being in a small town changes how we look at and treat mental health Why mental health should be preventative How small towns excel at some things but need help with others How we can help destigmatize mental health How we can help our friends and neighbors with mental health Links and Resources Mentioned: Shrink Rap the Podcast on Facebook: https://www.rolecall.pro/ Listen to Shrink Rap: https://linktr.ee/shrink_rap_thepodcast?fbclid=IwAR0Dtp8ogropkcVgPx1tod761t9XLnl6waRpBTLIH_6HqzpLlfgx60tAXUU The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck: https://www.amazon.com/Subtle-Art-Not-Giving-Counterintuitive/dp/0062457713

46.1 Response is a trained volunteer team of multi-disciplined individuals, professionals, church ministry leaders, peers, serving area churches, student ministries, families, public service personnel, schools, industry and other organizations involved in various types of critical incidents. The Mission of 46.1 Response is to assist as each cope with the impact of the critical stress by coordinating critical incident stress resources.   Terry D. Hunt 46.1 Response Ohio Team

Depression and PTSD are up to 5 times more common in first responders. In fact, Americans in public service are more likely to die by suicide than in the line of duty. The reality facing our country's first responders is at a critical point. We need to create greater awareness and understanding of the emotional toll our nation's first responders experience through their day-to-day lives and the long-term impact on their well-being, according to Kevin M. Lynch, CEO, and President of The Quell Foundation. We are fortunate enough to have Kevin on our show today. Learn more here.  1:52 First responders being exhausted 2:10 Why are you focusing on first responders? 3:16 Stress or fear playing a role for first responders? 4:19 Do first responders have a higher chance of abusing substances or alcohol?  4:55 Let's discuss how stress affects our minds and bodies Stress management and mental health Long-term effects of stress can include: diabetes, heart disease, decreased libido, stroke, high blood pressure. Long-term effects of stress can include: diabetes, heart disease, decreased libido, stroke, high blood pressure. Most police officers are not required to receive stress management training prior to entering into the workforce “Stressful law enforcement duties are associated with a risk of sudden cardiac death (3)” What does stress do to the brain? Effects of stress on the mind can include: migraines, depression, mood changes, withdrawn, impulsive behaviors, ect Trauma “Experiencing trauma can keep your brain in a hyperactive state, suppressing your memory and impulse control. Trapping you in a constant state of strong emotional reactivity (4)” 6:35 According to your research does gender play a role in stress management? 8:01 To the doctors: How is the stress first responders face affecting their physical health? What are you seeing in the field?  10:33 Is there a generational divide? 11:33 Is this something you can be proactive about?  13:01 Statistics “The #1 Killer of police officers is suicide (1) “Depression and PTSD are up to 5 times more common in first responders. (2)” “85% of first responders have experienced symptoms related to mental health conditions. (2)” “Police officers and firefighters are more likely to die by suicide than in the line of duty. (2)” 14:17 Knowing these statistics, why aren't there more resources for first responders? 15:03 Quell Foundation- Can you give us a program overview? First responders teaching first responders Importance of learning from trusted peers We are working with 2 retired first responders, and 1 active first responder to help create and administer our program. “Police officers reported that they would be more open to talking about mental health if their peers or organization directors started the conversation (5)” Providing tools to combat everyday stresses How we can help prepare first responders prior to experiencing a traumatic event Critical Incident Stress Management. Have a plan laid out that will be available if/when a traumatic incident occurs Providing daily self-help practices that are easily accessible Mindfulness practices Sleeping guides Most people who experience PTSD have trouble with sleep schedules Counseling resources Yoga for first responders General structure of your project Introductory course Kickstarter program to include Mission Statement Screening of documentary followed by discussion General information that will be useful for all first responders Mini crash courses Follow up mini courses to focus on specific topics Module Topic examples: Peer Support Resiliency Stress management Life after work: retirement   References https://bluehelp.org/resources/statistics/ (1) https://business.kaiserpermanente.org/insights/mental-health-workplace/first-responder-support (2) https://cdn1.sph.harvard.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/575/2017/07/Sudden-Cardiac-Death-and-Police-Officers.pdf (3) https://www.wholewellnesstherapy.com/post/trauma-and-the-brain (4) https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7559930/ (5)   “Executive Medicine Moment” At Executive Medicine of Texas we understand that true health can only be found when you treat the patient as a whole. That's why our Executive Physical Exams are second to none in the amount of testing and information we gather prior to making a wellness plan for our patients. Learn more about how you can take charge of your health at http://www.EMTexas.com  Website: StayYoungAmerica.com  Twitter: @StayYoungPod  Facebook: @Stay Young Media, LLC

EPISODE #652 NEAR DEATH EXPERIENCES Richard speaks with a psychotherapist and professor of death studies who will discuss her work with the chronically ill, dying and bereaved clients. She'll reveal details of her own Near Death Experience and share the lessons she's learned from her clients NDEs as well as the value of after-death communication. Guest: Lani Leary, Ph.D. specializes in work with chronically ill, dying, and bereaved clients. She has worked for the past 25 years as a psychotherapist in private practice, as a chaplain in the intensive care unit of a hospital, and as a counsellor in 6 hospices across the country. She served as the director of mental health services at an AIDS clinic, as a professor of Death Studies at George Mason University, and as a researcher at the National Cancer Institute of NIH. Lani has spoken nationally at over 250 conferences including the American Holistic Medical Association, Virginia Association of Hospices, Spirituality and Healthcare, International Sudden Infant Death Symposium, and Omega Institute of Holistic Studies. She is the author of Healing Hands, an internationally best-selling audio tape about therapeutic touch and complimentary approaches to pain management. She is certified in grief therapy, EMDR, hypnotherapy, and Critical Incident Stress Management.    BOOK: No One Has to Die Alone: Preparing for a Meaningful Death   SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Life Change and Formula 13 Teas All Organic, No Caffeine, Non GMO!  More Energy!  Order now, use the code 'unlimited' to save 10% on all non-SALE items, PLUS... ALL your purchases ships for free!!!   C60EVO -The Secret is out about this powerful anti-oxidant. The Purest C60 available is ESS60.  Buy Direct from the Source.  Buy Now and Save 10% – Use Coupon Code: EVRS at Checkout!   Strange Planet Shop - If you're a fan of the radio show and the podcast, why not show it off?  Greats T-shirts, sweatshirts, mugs, and more.  It's a Strange Planet - Dress For It! BECOME A PREMIUM SUBSCRIBER FOR LESS THAN $2 PER MONTH If you're a fan of this podcast, I hope you'll consider becoming a Premium Subscriber.  For just $1.99 per month, subscribers to my Conspiracy Unlimited Plus gain access to two exclusive, commercial-free episodes per month. They also gain access to my back catalog of episodes. The most recent 30 episodes of Conspiracy Unlimited will remain available for free.  Stream all episodes and Premium content on your mobile device by getting the FREE Conspiracy Unlimited APP for both IOS and Android devices... Available at the App Store and Google Play.  

EPISODE #652 NEAR DEATH EXPERIENCES Richard speaks with a psychotherapist and professor of death studies who will discuss her work with the chronically ill, dying and bereaved clients. She'll reveal details of her own Near Death Experience and share the lessons she's learned from her clients NDEs as well as the value of after-death communication. Guest: Lani Leary, Ph.D. specializes in work with chronically ill, dying, and bereaved clients. She has worked for the past 25 years as a psychotherapist in private practice, as a chaplain in the intensive care unit of a hospital, and as a counsellor in 6 hospices across the country. She served as the director of mental health services at an AIDS clinic, as a professor of Death Studies at George Mason University, and as a researcher at the National Cancer Institute of NIH. Lani has spoken nationally at over 250 conferences including the American Holistic Medical Association, Virginia Association of Hospices, Spirituality and Healthcare, International Sudden Infant Death Symposium, and Omega Institute of Holistic Studies. She is the author of Healing Hands, an internationally best-selling audio tape about therapeutic touch and complimentary approaches to pain management. She is certified in grief therapy, EMDR, hypnotherapy, and Critical Incident Stress Management.  BOOK: No One Has to Die Alone: Preparing for a Meaningful Death SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Life Change and Formula 13 Teas All Organic, No Caffeine, Non GMO!  More Energy!  Order now, use the code 'unlimited' to save 10% on all non-SALE items, PLUS... ALL your purchases ships for free!!! C60EVO -The Secret is out about this powerful anti-oxidant. The Purest C60 available is ESS60.  Buy Direct from the Source.  Buy Now and Save 10% – Use Coupon Code: EVRS at Checkout! Strange Planet Shop - If you're a fan of the radio show and the podcast, why not show it off?  Greats T-shirts, sweatshirts, mugs, and more.  It's a Strange Planet - Dress For It! BECOME A PREMIUM SUBSCRIBER FOR LESS THAN $2 PER MONTH If you're a fan of this podcast, I hope you'll consider becoming a Premium Subscriber.  For just $1.99 per month, subscribers to my Conspiracy Unlimited Plus gain access to two exclusive, commercial-free episodes per month. They also gain access to my back catalog of episodes. The most recent 30 episodes of Conspiracy Unlimited will remain available for free.  Stream all episodes and Premium content on your mobile device by getting the FREE Conspiracy Unlimited APP for both IOS and Android devices... Available at the App Store and Google Play.

E161 - Critical Incident Stress Management, Jr Fire Fighters and a Pretty Special Venue This week we chatted about CISM ( critical incident stress management ) , and our new recruits including a Jr. Fire fighter all from the cab of one of our pick up trucks while we were out hunting. WHO WE ARE As a group of Rural Volunteer Firefighters, our Fire Department has built our firefighter training from both old and new tactics in the fire service and adapted them to fit the realities of equipment, manpower, and costs around what our community requires. WHAT WE DO We create video, audio and written word content to share these training and tactics methods with our Brothers and Sisters in our extended fire families, and to showcase to those that may be interested in becoming firefighters the fun you can have and the amazing skills and abilities you get to learn, whilst keeping the lives of the people around you safe! WHY WE SHARE Firefighters are problem solvers whose role requires them to be on their best day whilst others are having their worst day, and while we do not claim to be perfect we are willing to put our lives on the line to try. It's during the trying that we continue to develop the mindset, tactics, and training that allow us to be effective, safe and successful where it's needed the most, and by sharing our experiences we hope that it may help other Fire Departments in creating what works for them to help bring everyone home safe. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT If you would like to help support us then you can visit us by clicking the link to your favorite social media platform below to Subscribe and be the first to see more of our content! Stay Safe Fire Family and Stay DTFF! JOIN OUR FIRE FAMILY - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/VFFPodcastDTFF/ - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dtffpodcast/?hl=en - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBnJUapYv-APV_vavv_nTLQ/ - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@downtofightfire - LinedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dtff-the-volunteer-firefighter-podcast-6b8b12199/ WHAT WE HIGHLIGHT IN OUR CONTENT Firefighter Training Firefighter Tactics Firefighter Interviews Firefighter Wellness & Mental Health Leadership Product Reviews Product Discounts CAUSES WE SUPPORT - https://www.StopTheBleed.org/ - Learn how to Stop The Bleed TODAY and get better prepared to save your life and the lives of those around you - HTTP://www.2ndAlarm.org - Firefighter numbers are Down and so 2nd Alarm is ringing the bell to call those brave enough to join us! TOOLS & EQUIPMENT WE LIKE - DISCOUNT CODES - https://ca.motisfirerescue.com/ - Snagger (hose handling) Tool, Wedges, kit pouches and more! MOTIS Discount Code: Use the code DTFF5 to save 5% off your order - https://ignitionusa.us/ - Soft entry tools! SEARAT Discount Code: Use the code DTFF2020 for 20% off your order #DTFFpodcast #DownToFightFire #Firefighting #Volunteer #Firefighter #FireFamily #Firefighters #EMS #Rescue #Fire #Emergency #FireDepartment #FirstResponders #Firedept #FireDepartment #FireHouse #FireRescue #ThinRedLine #FireService #BrotherHood #SisterHood #FireFighterLife #Fireman #VolunteerFirefighter #VolunteerFirefighters #StopTheBleed #StayDTFF

Today's episode is an invitation to be a pattern-breaker.When we experience “negative” emotions like fear, shame, anger and grief...we isolate that emotion, put it in a box and hide that emotion so it never sees the light of day. However, this strategy doesn't magically *poof* make the difficult emotions disappear. Rather, they show up through overblown reactions and physical signs and symptoms. Some of us have closets full of unexamined emotions. And it is completely understandable that we do this! First of all, it's uncomfortable to sit with difficult emotions. And societally, we're validated for holding our feelings in. We tell our children to “be strong” when they are on the verge of tears. We tell ourselves that we have to “keep it together”.This is why it is a revolutionary act to lean into our emotional pain. Being a pattern-breaker means that you are giving yourself the permission to follow cycles of pain to completion in order to integrate the feeling and story as a part of your lived experience.This conversation with AmarAtma Khalsa inspires me to continue to surround myself with people who have done this deep work so that emotional alchemy can be a co-regulatory experience. What You'll Learn in this Episode:Why we need to invite physical sensations when working with blocked and dense energy and emotions How to normalize emotional processes so we can alchemize our experiencesWhy the strategy of “Letting go” is unproductive without integrationHow Perfectionism is a coping mechanism that keeps us blocked from true connection and belongingApproaching triggers as invitations to do deeper workResources: “In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts” by Gabor Mate“On Death and Dying” by Elizabeth Kubler-Ross “When Things Fall Apart” by Pema ChodronMore conversations with Amar Atma Khalsa: ECP Ep. 42Hear about the lessons I learned losing $10,000 on a bus: ECP Ep. 53Your Speakers:Kat Lee  is an Intimacy + Relationship Coach, host of The Empowered Curiosity Podcast and Creator of The Heart Lab. She guides pattern-breakers to alchemize their emotions and embody their healing journey to cultivate intimacy as a spiritual practice. Kat Lee's Website // InstagramAmarAtma  has extensive training in end of life care with speciality certifications in Advanced Palliative Care Chaplaincy, Crisis and Prevention Intervention, Critical Incident Stress Management, and Communication and Optimal Resolution.AmarAtma's Website //Instagram This podcast is made possible with sound production by Andre Lagace.

In Episode 58 of the Wealth On Any Income Podcast, Rennie is joined by Chris Gomberg. Chris is a California licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Certified Professional Retirement Coach (CPRC). He has been in the work/life and employee assistance program field for nearly 40 years and is the former director of EAP services at Cedars-Sinai hospital. Today he now continues to provide EAP services at 3M and has been providing private pre-retirement and retirement coaching for more than 10 years. Rennie and Chris have known each other for over 25 years!In this episode Rennie and Chris cover:How Chris found there was a bigger picture to consider about retirement than just the money. Chris's favorite charities.Some myths about retirement.Chris's target market and the changing landscape of “retirement”.Looking at where you want to be in 5 years using Chris's Five-Year Planning Worksheet What his “retirement” is going to look like.About ChrisChris Gomberg is a California licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) and Certified Professional Retirement Coach (CPRC). Chris obtained his master's in education/counseling and Bachelor of Arts from the University of Vermont and has been in the work/life, employee assistance program (EAP) field for nearly 40 years.As an EAP Counselor, Chris has worked with thousands of employees and their family members when they have sought professional help for work, family or personal concerns. Several years ago, Chris turned his attention to developing a coaching program to help employees with concerns about their retirement transition.In the process of developing the pre-retirement coaching program, Chris realized he had a real passion for coaching and assisting people who wanted to enhance their retirement planning. With a focus the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being, Chris is helping pre-retirement and retirement clients manage their next chapter of their life. It is, after all, more than just about the money!Chris has presented at local and national conferences as well as many workshops on such topics as Personal and Work Change Management, Balancing a Personal and Professional Life, Positive Psychology, Stress Management and Building Resiliency, and Retirement Transition.Chris has provided Employee Assistance Program (EAP) consulting services for several Fortune 500 companies including 3M, Mattel, and Health Net and worked at Cedars-Sinai's Work and Life Matters/EAP both as director of the EAP and as a Work/Life Specialist, providing direct client services. Chris is certified in Critical Incident Stress Management and is licensed by the Institute of HeartMath® as a Coach and Certified Trainer in stress reduction.Reach out to Chris today to get a copy of his five year planning sheet at https://chrisgombergretirementcoach.com/If you'd like to know how books, movies, and society programs you to be poor, and what the cure is visit wealthonanyincome.com/tedx. You'll hear Rennie's TEDx talk and can request a free 27-page Roadmap to Complete Financial Choice™ and receive a weekly email with tips, techniques, or inspiration around your business or money. Rennie's Books and Programshttps://wealthonanyincome.com/books/Rennie's 9 Days to Financial Freedom program:https://wealthonanyincome.com/programsConnect with Rennie Websites:WealthOnAnyIncome.comRennieGabriel.comEmail: Rennie@WealthOnAnyIncome.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/renniegabriel/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WealthOnAnyIncome/Twitter: https://twitter.com/RennieGabrielYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdIkYMOuvzHQqVXe4e_L8PgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wealthonanyincome/

Cyndi Doyle is a licensed professional counselor and Nationally Board Certified Counselor. She is also certified in Critical Incident Stress Management and serves the Dallas/Fort Worth area on several response teams. Cyndi is also a LEO wife so her work with cops and family members is very relevant to our talk today. She's a 3 […]

Sergeant Chris Scallon retired as a 24+year veteran with the Norfolk Police Department, holds a Masters in Psychology, BS in Criminal Justice, and certified in Critical Incident Stress Management from the University of Maryland BC Emergency Health Services. He is the Founder of Survival Mindset Training and Consulting, the current Director of Public Safety Support for Chateau Recovery. He connects first responders, veterans, and their families to mental health and/or substance abuse programs. He was the founder, and first Director, of the Norfolk Police Department's Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) & Peer Support Unit, Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Co-Coordinator for the Norfolk Police Department. Sgt. Chris is a U.S. Navy Veteran, served as a line officer in the Port Washington, NY Fire Department, Atlantic Hook & Ladder, Light and Heavy Rescue. ​Chris was directly involved in multiple traumatic incidents within the aforementioned fire, military, and police agencies; in addition, to multiple deadly force encounters during his tenure as a police officer, both directly and indirectly. He has first-hand experience with the primary, secondary, and tertiary, effects of trauma related to personal and professional relationships. Chris has received numerous awards to include the National Top Cop award (NAPO), Virginia's Public Safety Medal of Valor (presented by Former Governor Tim Kaine), and the Norfolk Police Department's Medal of Honor. He has received multiple certifications from the Nassau County Fire Service Academy in Long Island, NY. Chris is a legend in the arena of mental health and addiction recovery. He has dedicated the majority of his life to helping first responders heal from in the line of duty traumas. After listening and subscribing to the podcast, please share it with those who will immediately benefit from Chris's testimony. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brock-m-bevell/support

G and Don wrap up their conversation as they go into why Don retired and the importance of having a great work atmosphere. Don also discusses the conversations he and his colleagues had during COVID regarding the constitutionality of some of the restrictions that were being implemented and also the use of Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) when dealing with highly stressful critical incidents. Episode recorded on 06/25/21. Check out the links for short video clips of our show:https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMeAu5N3e/https://youtube.com/channel/UCLTZ4yrKdkpKogu9Egwsrhghttps://www.instagram.com/ash_and_g_podcast/

We asked our listeners what they would ask a Mental Health Professional if they had the chance. In this episode, we created a panel of  mental health advocates: Susan Farren; First Responder Resiliency, James Boomhower; Stay Fit 4 Duty, Ashley Iverson; Iverson Foundation For Active Awareness, and Drew Anderson PhD EMT;  Fire Lieutenant and Director of behavioral health from Delmar Bethlehem EMS in New York .  We had them weigh in on some of your tough questions and also talk a little about mental health as a whole in emergency response.find out more about our panelists:Susan Farren:  https://www.resiliency1st.org/James Boomhower: https://linktr.ee/stay_fit4dutyAshley Iverson: https://iversonfaa.org/

This episode is a personal story of recover and resilience with firefighter from Souther California.  Join us as Matty Fiorenza tells us his journey towards healing and resilience.Matthew Fiorenza has been a Firefighter/Paramedic in Southern California for 20 years. After ten years on the job he began having issues with anxiety, stress, and depression and was later diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). After 13 years of marriage and three children, he experienced divorce. At the time, he did not know that it would help drive his passion to help the families of first responders.Today, Matthew is a sober mentor to men and women in the First Responder community and a volunteer at the Save A Warrior program. As an outreach specialist at First Responder Wellness by Simple Recovery, he proactively reaches out to brothers and sisters who may be struggling. Recently, he also became an instructor with Santa Ana College to facilitate mental health blocks to new recruits so they have healthier coping skills. His passion is to provide other first responders with education, resources, hope, and a path towards healing. Matthew, and his partners Dr Stephen Odom and Devin O'Day created Shift Wellness, A business with many different functions including Mental Health Training for First Responders and many different wellness retreats including one for Spouses of First Responders called the Sage Project.Follow Matty:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fireman_matty/Shift Wellness Website: https://www.shiftwellness.com/sign-up

Today's episode features Bill Elwell, a 36-year fire service veteran who specializes in trauma informed peer support and crisis intervention. Bill has an associate degree in Fire Science, he is a certified Chaplain and holds a certificate in Critical Incident Stress Management. Talking about what Moral Injury is, Bill shares his personal experiences and discusses why he chose to spend his life in the mission of helping those who suffer trauma. His LLC, First Responder Core Wellness provides education as well as support to those in public safety and public health. Bill's website is www.unbrokencord.com. 

Today's episode features Bill Elwell, a 36-year fire service veteran who specializes in trauma informed peer support and crisis intervention. Bill has an associate degree in Fire Science, he is a certified Chaplain and holds a certificate in Critical Incident Stress Management. Talking about what Moral Injury is, Bill shares his personal experiences and discusses […]

Kristen Roman was appointed Associate Vice Chancellor and Chief of Police of the University of Wisconsin-Madison Police Department in January of 2017. She holds a master's degree in Criminal Justice from Boston University, and a bachelor's degree in English from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. While a student at UW-Madison, she was a member of the UW Women's Volleyball team. Prior to her appointment, Chief Roman served for 26 years with the City of Madison Police Department. During her tenure there, she held a variety of positions including Police Officer, Recruiting Officer, Community Relations Sergeant, Professional Standards & Internal Affairs Lieutenant, Detective Lieutenant, Patrol Operations Lieutenant, Special Events Team Commander, Crisis Negotiation Team Commander, and Community Outreach Captain. In addition, she coordinated department Critical Incident Stress Management efforts and developed and supervised the department's Peer Support Program. A defining feature of Chief Roman's career is her extensive work in the area of improving police services to people with mental illness. A past board member of NAMI Dane County and Journey Mental Health Center, she has conducted multiple local, statewide, and national trainings/presentations on police-mental health response and collaboration. Most recently, she developed and instructed a course for IACLEA's Universal Issues Series entitled, Mental Health Concerns on Campus. In addition to her work as a trainer/presenter for IACLEA, and Distance Learning Committee member, Chief Roman has presented on various topics throughout her career including Leadership, Police Officer Wellness and Resiliency, and Campus Response to Protests and Demonstrations. A graduate of the Northwestern University's School of Police Staff and Command, PERF's Senior Management Institute for Police, and IACLEA's Executive Development Institute, Chief Roman is committed to collaborative approaches to ensuring safety and to the practice of always Reaching HIGHER.

Amar Atma is a Board-Certified Chaplain who has specialized training to create peace and joy amidst the most challenging situations. Amar Atma is also a grief coach helping those who seek relief and peace. Because of his background in the hospital setting, he has a special connection to working with nurses and physicians, leading mind-body resilience presentations and events using his training in TCM & life coaching to create peace of mind amidst the challenges they faced together.Chaplains are trained in the art of presence and the power of transformation that can come from deep listening and spiritual reflection, but I truly believe that he was born with these gifts.  Amar Atma shifted my own trajectory back in our grad school days  and I am so thrilled to share this conversation with you. This conversation is important for people who play a supportive role to other humans and for anyone who has experienced a loss and is feeling an incomplete loop in the cycle. What You'll Learn in this Episode: The importance of advocacy and safety in trauma-informed containers of careThe necessary work of co-regulation for hospital staff and other humans who work in service of others What trauma is and why we need to integrate experiences from the Body levelGrief as a process of honour and love and how it can mutate if left unattendedThe distortion of  “good vibes only”References: “Kitchen Table Wisdom”  Rachel Naomi Remen, MD “Clinical Applications of The Polyvagal Theory”  Stephen W. Porges “The Body Keeps the Score”  Bessel Van der Kolk “On Death and Dying“  Elisabeth Kubler Ross, MD  “Daring Greatly”  Brene Brown Ph.D LMSW “Healing through the Dark Emotions”  Miriam Greenspan Your Speakers:Kat Lee  is an Intimacy + Relationship Coach, host of The Empowered Curiosity Podcast and Creator of The Heart Lab. She guides pattern-breakers to alchemize their emotions and embody their healing journey to cultivate intimacy as a spiritual practice. Kat Lee's Website // InstagramAmarAtma is a Board Certified Chaplain through the Spiritual Care Association (2018), with 4 units of Clinical Pastoral Education (2015), Ordination with Sikh Dharma International (2012), and a Master's Degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine (2011). AmarAtma has extensive training in end of life care with speciality certifications in Advanced Palliative Care Chaplaincy, Crisis and Prevention Intervention, Critical Incident Stress Management, and Communication and Optimal Resolution.AmarAtma's Website //Instagram //LinkedinThis podcast is made possible with sound production by Andre Lagace.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=34245616)

This week's podcast from BASICS Scotland explores the links between post incident support and crew resource management with Angela Lewis. Angela explains the operational improvements that are achievable when organisations develop a menu of different types of support for their personnel. She also looks at the problems with the “can do” mentality that is prevalent in those who work in pre hospital emergency care.   Key points from this podcast: Self-care is not selfish and is very important to prioritise Routine is good Keep your social connections, as social support is very important Resources related to this podcast: The Sleep Council Website – www.sleepcouncil.org.uk National Wellbeing Hub – www.promis.scot LifeLines Scotland Website – www.lifelinesscotland.org International Critical Incident Stress Foundation – www.icisf.org PSA Limited Website – www.psa-ltd.com About Angela Angela Lewis is the founder and MD of PSA Ltd, delivering training in the principles and practice of Crew Resource Management and post incident support in the UK/Europe.  Serving 16 years in the RN's Fleet Air Arm, as an Aircraft Commander in Sea King Helicopters, much of her military life was based at HMS Gannet with over 550 call outs on Search and Rescue duties.  With a specialised interest in mitigating the impact of traumatic incidents on teams, Angela has trained extensively in Critical Incident Stress Management with ICISF in Baltimore, US, and Trauma Risk Management with the Royal Navy and Royal Marines. Angela delivers training regularly to support professionals at all levels in aviation, healthcare, ambulance, fire and police services, charities, staff care departments, education and the private sector in the UK and Europe.  She is delighted to have had the opportunity to support teams from NHS Ayrshire & Arran, Greater Glasgow & Clyde, Lanarkshire, Lothian and Suffolk & Sussex Trust, NATS, Emergency Medical Retrieval Service, Scottish Ambulance Service, Mountain Rescue Service, Yorkshire Police and others.

Difficult and emotional cases happen sometimes. We're here today to share our stories and tell of the ways in which specially trained peer mentors can assist. LCDR Jane Pena and LT Logan Donahey are two amazing people and trained CISM peers. Help us to normalize the tough times so we can be prepared to stand the ready when the alarm goes off. We get into the best beer, missions, SAR and other stories from one of the CG's largest and busiest airstations. We plan to release shows on a bi-weekly basis. On Fridays of course! Hosts: LCDR Nate Shakespeare, LCDR Sam Hafensteiner Producer: LT Ryan Vandehei AV Guru: Chuck Seay Disclaimer: The views, information, or opinions expressed during the Flight Suit Friday podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not represent those of the United States Coast Guard or any other government agency. The primary purpose of this podcast series is to educate and inform. This podcast does not constitute or replace official policy guidance from the speakers nor the United States Coast Guard.

In season one of Dear Chiefs Podcast, we had Sequoia Etcheverry walk us (Audra + Chelsi) through a critical incident that we experienced several years ago during The Valley Fire in Middletown, California.In this episode, we are getting a peek behind the scenes of that same incident and interviewing Chelsi's husband, Cameron, a Cal Fire Local 2881 Union Member about what he experienced while working the fire and how his experience differed from what his wife was experiencing at home. **This episode was pre recorded during the 2020 California Lightning fires and may make reference to California's 2020 fire season. Thoughts and opinions in this episode are personal in nature and do not represent any specific fire agency. This is a personal account of a traumatic incident that was experienced by Cameron. In this episode, he and Chelsi are interviewed by Sequoia Etcheverry.At any time during this episode if you are feeling an emotional response, it is okay to either pause or turn it off completely.You may want to make sure to be in a place that you feel safe and secure, surrounded by a calming atmosphere and reach out for support from us or your peers if needed. We can be reached through instagram messenger @dearchiefspodcast or email: dearchiefsover@gmail.comSequoia is the significant other of a Cal Fire firefighter for over 11 years. She has survived the long fire season deployments, the promotions and career changes, the missed holidays and celebrations, the shift work that makes for both exciting reunions and sometimes difficult ones too. She has enjoyed deeply learning about the ups and downs of her partner’s career, both operationally and emotionally, and is especially proud of the positive influence he has on the world day to day. She helped raise her partners two incredible daughters, who are now 16 and 22 years old.Sequoia works in the field of first responder trauma as a research assistant and as a peer supporter, especially for first responder families. She has trained clinicians in cultural competence and has been deployed to a number of major incidents in the past 5 years. She has her master’s degree in Depth Psychology, the study of the unconscious, with a focus in trauma, dream work, mythology, and deep nature connection. She is training to become a practitioner in a specialized clinical treatment for Complex-PTSD, which is concerned not only with critical incident acute stress, but also developmental and relational trauma.

  Chaplain Dave Williams Demystifies  His Role With Law Enforcement and First Responders Interview with Chaplain Dave Williams Guest Bio Being invited to serve alongside first responders in a pastoral role is not for every pastor, but it has been a part of David Williams’ ministry since 1987. Public safety chaplains are uniquely suited to serve the public in times of trauma and they are a unique level of support to first responders processing difficult calls, administrative stresses and public perceptions.   David has served as a senior chaplain in the Central Valley since 1997. He has been a trainer in Critical Incident Stress Management since 2005, a certified trainer with the International Conference of Police Chaplains to help others in providing peer support and chaplain services. He has been a Certified Crisis Chaplain with the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress for many years.   After just a year as a chaplain, David found himself with the wife of a police officer, who had been shot in the line of duty. Sadly, the police officer died that evening. A year later, he was sitting alone with an officer who was just involved in an officer involved shooting; with pastoral training and intuition, David supported that officer through the months following. He later learned additional tools of support. So David’s work with people suffering from critical incident stress, a mental health crisis, chemical dependency, relationship struggles and administrative difficulties is a combination of hands on and academic study. His desire is to help as many public responders to retire healthily as possible.                  In this episode we talk about: Chaplain Dave Williams has listeners on the edge of their seats with this engaging, informative, and educational interview. Chaplain Dave describes how he fell into his pastoral role with first responders and law enforcement in 1987 and to this day, continues to support and promote emotional health among first responders, law enforcement, and their families. He lets us in on how his role varies from day to day and can look anything like being called to the scene of a suicide, homicide, or a child death to support the families and witnesses affected by the incident, to providing training, to supporting the officers and first responders several days or weeks post a traumatic incident.  Chaplain Dave also shares how trauma reactions and responses can show up in the day to day lives of law enforcement officers and first responders in the form of dependency issues, relationship issues, impaired sleep, hyper vigilance, hyper startle response and more. Which is why it is imperative law enforcement, and first responders  learn how to manage stress in healthy ways to help them manage the emotional impact of the job and required shift work. Listen to the full episode to learn more on: The role of Chaplain in law enforcement and first responder organizations What role faith can play in mental health Common reasons law enforcement or first responder may resist professional therapy First responder stress management The impact of trauma on law enforcement, first responders, and their families And advice for our listeners   Resources mentioned: We’ve pulled together any resources mentioned in this episode and put together some links: International Critical Incident Stress Foundation International Conference of Police Chaplains Thank you for allowing us into your lives and helping us make mental health more relatable and a part of your everyday conversation! For more information or to access all episodes visit TherapistsUncut.com.   Who we are: Nikki Young is co-host of Therapists Uncut and a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. Nikki keeps it personable. Nikki keeps it personable and professional. Yet, she always manages to keep the Therapists Uncut family and followers laughing. You may find her squirreling through topics, stories, or jokes, and all in good fun. Don't worry because someone (usually Jolene) will bring her back around to the conversation. Nikki is a licensed marriage and family therapist in her private practice located in Modesto, CA, and she is also a Crisis Junkie at heart. In addition to being co-owner of a group private practice, she is also a crisis clinician responding to local mental health crisis and emergencies. Learn more about Nikki at catalystcounselinginc.com Alyssa Najera is co-host of Therapists Uncut and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Alyssa is typically calm and composed on most days, but often has difficulty containing her excitement about the little things in life. She can sometimes drift into daydreaming about the endless possibilities in life and usually the last one of the group to understand Nikki and Jolene's punchlines.  She loves to laugh, spread positivity, and is often caught with a smile on her face. Alyssa is also a Child Welfare Services (CWS) social worker and supervisor alumni, previous child sexual abuse forensic interviewer, and owner and CEO of a group private practice in the small town of Oakdale, CA. Learn more about Alyssa at smalltowncounselingca.com or alyssanajera.com. Jolene Daly is co-host of Therapists Uncut and a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. Jolene is a seasoned therapist and private practice owner. She grew up in the Turlock, CA and Modesto, CA area most of her adult life and has been married to her comedian of a husband Jason for 20 years.  She is a genuine, authentic person with a bold personality. You'll often catch Jolene challenging our listeners and her fellow co-hosts, as she is passionate about her personal and professional values and is vocal when it comes to speaking out for what’s right. Learn more about Jolene at dalymft.com. Disclaimer: Thank you for joining Therapists Uncut, a production of AMP Smart Business. To learn more about Therapists Uncut and stay up on upcoming episodes, please subscribe and follow us on social media. As a reminder, although the Therapists Uncut co-hosts are licensed therapists, they are not your therapist. This podcast is not intended to substitute professional mental health counseling. If you need professional therapy, please contact your local provider or primary care provider.  Thanks for listening and we’ll see you on the next episode of Therapists Uncut! Social Media Links Instagram @therapistsuncut Facebook @therapistsuncut Credits: Therapists Uncut is a production of AMP Smart Business. Voice Over by Alexia Gloria  

On today's episode we will discuss Employee Assistance Programs with Mark Davis, LCSW. Employee Assistance Programs, according to today's guest, mean FREE COUNSELING for employees and a healthy workforce for employers. You'll hear him reference that a few times on the episode.Estimates by the National Council on Alcoholism & Drug Dependence are that drug abuse costs employers upwards of $81 Billion each year.  Yes, that is Billion, with a B! This is because of lost work, healthcare costs and loss in productivity.  Offering EAP benefits to employees is not only good for their mental health, but its also good for business.  Mark Davis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, therapist, corporate consultant and trainer in the areas of Management, Communications Training, Substance Abuse, and Critical Incident Stress Management. He works with both National and Local Employee Assistance Programs. He is a graduate of the University of South Florida (GO BULLS) and Florida State University and has extensive post graduate training in the areas of Hypnosis, EMDR, Sex Therapy and Critical Incident Stress Management. Mark has been in private practice for 30 years, is a lifelong resident of Tampa, Florida, is married with two children and is an active triathlete. https://www.davissoundmind.com/https://www.facebook.com/Tampa-Bay-Employee-Assistance-Professionals-Association-109905313848576/www.tpoftampa.comwww.thepointisrecoverypodcast.comwww.facebook.com/TurningPointofTampawww.twitter.com/TurningPointTPAwww.instagram.com/turningpointtpawww.youtube.com/user/TurningPointofTampawww.facebook.com/ThePointisRecoveryPodcastwww.instagram.com/thepointisrecoverypodcast

Welcome to Episode 5 of Assuming Command with Angela Leath. Bob had the privilege of hiring Angela to be the Crisis Intervention Administrator for Las Vegas Fire and Rescue in 2015. Angela now works for the City of Henderson as their Public Safety Wellness Program Manager and offers training in Mental Fitness and Critical Incident Stress Management Program Building through her business, Leathalminds, LLC. You can find Angela and Leathalminds, LLC on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/leathal-minds/. Angela has had a long career in mental health, or mental fitness as she prefers to call it, and she provided a wealth of information during this episode on building a peer support program, utilizing the program, and training both peer support teams and the overall organization. Here are some of our key takeaways from the conversation. When building a program, it is important to consider the size of your organization, including all divisions or sections, including everyone from maintenance, training, call-takers/dispatch, to first responders. Peers from and for all areas need to be included. There needs to be enough members on a Peer Support Team to be able to provide support without members of the team burning out. If your organization isn't large enough to support its own Peer Support Team, consider a regional approach by partnering with other agencies. Training to support mental fitness will help employees build resiliency before they need it. Training should start in recruit academy's, a Peer Support Mentor should be assigned to rookies, mental fitness and resiliency should be regularly incorporated into trainings, and retirees should be both prepared for transition into retirement and offered the opportunity to stay engaged in their organization after they retire. Families should also be integrated into the process; it's important for families to understand to some degree the stress first responders are dealing with and how it may impact them at home. Angela also discussed the important of Critical Incident Stress Management, which is trained in intervention techniques for larger scale or more traumatic incidents, whereas the Peer Support Team is used for more day-to-day type stressors. She described critical incidents as a bullseye, with the incident in the center and the rings being made up of people and their interaction with the incident. Training on how to deploy the team during a critical incident, all the way through the de-brief process. Identification and utilization of outside resources and having a plan with your EAP are also integral to the preparation process. Angela mentioned a variety of training and support programs. We've linked those for you here. · CHIPS: https://www.snvchips.org/about · IAFF Training: https://www.iaff.org/behavioral-health/#peer-support · Mental Health First Aid Training: https://www.thenationalcouncil.org/training-courses/mental-health-first-aid/ · Psychological First Aid Training: https://learn.nctsn.org/course/index.php?categoryid=11 · K9 First Responders: https://k9fr.org/

Welcome to Episode 3 of Assuming Command. This episode is modified from a Peer Support class Bob gave with Jeff Buchanan from Las Vegas Fire and Rescue for the International Associations of Fire Chiefs Conference. In this episode, Bob and Jeff discuss peer support programs and the importance of mental health in the fire service. The class and the importance of the topic inspired Bob to do a series on mental health and wellness, so this episode will be part of a three-part series on the topic. During the class, a game board for developing a peer support program is used as a reference point; that “game board” is available at https://drive.google.com/file/d/1S3VvIeKlu0LAUw1iRA_EW7CYGOiklPV5/view?usp=sharing. The path to building a program starts at denial; moves to recognizing the problem of life imitating art, especially in the case of larger scale events; requires the labor and management buy-in; should be built into the organizations mission, vision, and values; needs initial and ongoing training of team, supervisors, and staff; an SOP for deployment and utilization of the team should be developed; “messengers” should be identified, that is, who within the organization can serve as respected and trusted advocates; different technologies for connection between the peer support team and staff should be considered; recruits and staff should have access to regular meetings and communication with the peer support team; training on and knowledge of the SOPs should be built into the promotional process; the path does not end with development of the team and plan; and program success requires maintaining a performance and growth mindset. Bob and Jeff also discussed the importance of understanding everyone will react to situations differently. Some people will come out of a larger critical event OK, but be impacted by a smaller event, and vice versa. It is important to have peer support available to the organization anytime they may be feeling stress or need someone to speak with. Peer support needs to be integrated into the culture of the organization from recruitment through retirement and beyond. Jeff spoke about using retirees as part of the peer support team to allow them to keep engaged with the organization and to take advantage of their wealth of experience. When building the team, management needs to consider the needs of the organization and how to tailor the model and branding to their team. It is vital to the success of the program that the people who will be utilizing it feel comfortable reaching out to the peer support team. One popular model for developing and program is the Jeffrey Mitchell model. Jeffrey Mitchell Ph.D. co-founded the International Critical Incident Stress Foundation, Inc. to provide leadership, education, training, consultation, and support services for first responders or others affected by critical incidents. More about the Foundation and the resources and training they provide can be found at https://icisf.org/about-us/. A primer on Critical Incident Stress Management can also be viewed at https://icisf.org/a-primer-on-critical-incident-stress-management-cism/. The draft Peer Support Program SOP mentioned can be viewed at https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JQzAOEVmwZL_YC00KnmfgeyveFMsyhvx/view?usp=sharing. Thank you for joining us and stay tuned for the next two episodes in the mental health and wellness series. Let us know what you think of the podcast by emailing us at impact@upstreamabi.com.

September is suicide prevention awareness month. So why is that a topic for TEMS Time? We wanted to take the opportunity to remind everyone that TEMS supports a Critical Incident Stress Management Team (CISM). We have three guests joining us today to discuss the important role the CISM Team plays in the lives of EMS providers.

Today, the guys sit down with Dr. Janet Childs, Critical Incident Stress Management expert. Anyone can be faced with stress and critical incidents, and this is especially true for healthcare workers, first responders, dispatchers, and the military. How do we handle that? How do we process the feelings, emotions, and impact to others?Garrett has professional and educational experience on the subject and John approached this topic with open arms and an open mind. The interview was absolutely incredible. The guys hope anyone who listens to this episode can reflect on stress and critical stress management. Despite the serious subject, they were also able to share stories and laughs as well. The guys would like to dedicate this episode to everyone who works on their CISM (critical incident stress management) team and remind everyone that they are not alone. Please like and share this important episode!Email the guys: offtheboxpodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram!

Monday on Police Pod Talk, Retired Police Detective Matt Lewis will discuss his 25 years of service that has led him to be part of a special group of individuals that care for First Responders who have been involved in critical incidents.  Matt will share his knowledge of Hostage Negotiation and Mentoring skills that led him to what he truly believes is his passion for helping others.

ASHP has been committed to supporting the well-being and resilience of the pharmacy workforce for decades. We’ve been even more focused on supporting members the last few years given recent evidence and impact of burnout on patient safety and the healthcare workforce. During COVID-19, demands and stress on the pharmacy workforce have increased to an even greater extent. This podcast will introduce the concept of Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) and will identify resources and tools available to apply CISM components to individual wellness and in preparing for crisis support.  For more information on CISM, please see the full webinar recording at ASHP elearning.org.The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter.  The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.

Tim Kaplan is a 20 year veteran of the Berkeley, (CA) police Department. We talk about his chronic anxiety and how he dealt with it on the job. He spent the majority of his police career in the patrol division while holding a number of collateral assignments including Field Training Officer, Crisis Negotiator Team Leader, and Crowd Management Team member. Tim was assigned to the Sexual Assault Investigations Division for 3 years, and spent 2 1/2 years on a high visibility street level narcotics and violence suppression team. He was trained in Critical Incident Stress Management and assisted on the Peer Support Team. Tim retired at the age of 43 years. He was ready to move on to the next chapter in his life and felt leaving the job would help decrease a constant anxiety that plagued him. His current passion is helping others reach their fitness, health, and wellness goals. Tim co-founded Blue Resilience, a training and consulting firm committed to teaching members of the law enforcement community about stress resilience and wellness. He is a certified tactical strength and conditioning facilitator, a Level 1 Precision Nutrition Coach, and Fitness Nutrition Specialist. Tim holds a Faculty Level Certification from the Wellness Council of America (WELCOA), a leading resource for workplace wellness.Email: timkaplanperformance@gmail.comhttps://www.facebook.com/tim.kaplan.16

Dwight Bain is a Nationally Certified Counselor and a Critical Incident Stress Management expert and he talks about how we can reset our mind during this turbulent season. He opens up about the good... Scott Herrold is known for his interviews. He does a daily radio show on SOS Radio. This postcast is conversations about worldview, faith and culture with famous personalities.

This episode provides amazing information and tools that will help you and your family during these changing times.  We thank all of our first responders, medical professionals, grocery store clerks, transportation professionals, and everyone who is working to ensure store shelves are stocked and our country keeps running. We see you, thank you, and this episode will all of us and our families deal with the anxiety, worry, and fear many are feeling during these times.The  speakers in this episode are:Dr. Hank Seitz, a Mental Scientist and Behavioral Psychologist specializing in mental, emotional, and physical health.FNP-C Megan Miller, a Functional Medicine Nurse Practitioner and Holistic Health coachChief Mike Alexander (Ret.), specializes in Life and Leadership training and coaching, as well as Critical Incident Stress Management.  Chief Mike Wilson - Principle Partner, The Lion Strategy Group, leadership and life coaching. Please share this with all those that are serving us along with your friends and family who need to be inspired and who want specific steps to ensure they have a bright future! SPECIAL BONUS:  Get Dr. Hank's "8 Steps To Better Feeling Thoughts!" for free!  

Critical Incident Stress Management. Unless you’re in the military or a first responder, you’re likely not familiar with this terminology. It is a protocol developed specifically for dealing with traumatic events. I’ve shared many times that I was a cop before becoming the Toothcop. But what many don’t know is that I was also a chaplain. I was trained to help fellow first-responders through physical and psychological trauma.  In this episode of Talking with the Toothcop, Andrea and I talk about grief and the grieving process. We talk about critical incidents and how to recognize the signs and symptoms that you’re dealing with psychological trauma. We also share some stress-management strategies and resources for yourself and your team to work through critical incident stress. Outline of This Episode [0:22] Critical Incident Stress Management [9:06] Grief: experiencing psychological trauma [13:35] We must move through the 5 stages of grief [16:41] The pandemic: A series of incidents [21:42] Critical incident stress management system [25:08] Signs and symptoms of psychological trauma [33:49] Reduce the effects of trauma for yourself and your teams [38:48] What does this have to do with OSHA? The psychological trauma we’re all facing  We’re all grieving right now. Some of us have physically lost someone to COVID-19. Many have lost their jobs, their businesses, and their independence. We are mourning our loss of connectedness and dealing with severe loneliness. Whether you recognize it or not, we’re dealing with unprecedented levels of stress. Even though we can’t SEE the damage, the damage is just as pervasive, certain, and severe as physical trauma.  Andrea points out that losing a job is a normal occurrence in society—but we can’t cope with the repercussions the way we normally would. It isn’t as simple as going out and getting another job. Everyone is being affected emotionally. In most instances I’ve witnessed, it’s harder to come out of emotional trauma than physical trauma. I want to emphasize that it’s okay to feel how you’re feeling—but you need to recognize that you’re grieving to move through the 5 stages of grief (denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance).  The critical incident stress management system Critical incident stress management (CISM) is “an adaptive, short-term psychological helping-process that focuses solely on an immediate and identifiable problem”. The way people respond to emergencies and disasters strains their ability to function. Their future depends on learning how to manage the psychological stress and impact of those incidents. The system is geared towards: Normalizing your instinctive reactions Lessening the impact of the incident Encourages the natural recovery process Restores adaptive functioning skills And helps determine the need for further support No one signed up for the trauma we’re all facing. We are grieving our old way of life—because when things return to “normal” they’ll never be the same. We may not all be dealing with death, but we are still dealing with loss. We must seek to understand it to lessen the impact.  Signs and symptoms of psychological trauma Stress is a mental phenomenon that can be manifested physically. Some of the symptoms include: Exhaustion, nausea, vomiting, weakness, chest pain, rapid heart rate, headache, excessive thirst, fainting, elevated blood pressure, exacerbate allergies, symptoms of shock, and more.  Our bodies are trying to tell us there’s something wrong. We can also experience cognitive, emotional, and behavioral reactions.  Cognitive reactions: blaming others, confusion, reduced attention span, poor concentration, troubled thoughts, nightmares, and so forth.  Emotional reactions: frustration, anxiety, guilt, sense of loss, anger, denial, fear of loss of control, feelings of isolation, and more.  Behavioral reactions: Emotional Outbursts, changes in activity level, disturbed sleep, increase in smoking or drug use, easily startled, anti-social, withdrawn, change in eating habits, fidgety and restless, change in sex-drive.  The odds are everyone is dealing with some of these symptoms in one form or another. You have to recognize that this is normal right now, but YOU have the power to change how you react and move forward. How to reduce the effects of trauma—for yourself and your team There are a few simple recommendations for dealing with the effects on an individual level:  Limit exposure to noise and odors Take 15-minute rest breaks Drink non-caffeinated fluids (water) Don’t eat excessive sugar or fat Don’t rush back to work Talk through your feelings Whenever we eventually return to our offices, owners and managers need to keep these things in mind. Many people may be hesitant to return to work and it’s your job to help them feel safe. You must also convey to patients that your office is safe.  One way you can help your team transition back to work is to facilitate a structured critical incident debriefing with your team. It’s a 7-step phase that helps you work through the psychological trauma together—because none of us are in this alone.  Listen to the whole episode for an in-depth discussion on each of these topics. For more resources, visit some of the links below for dealing with critical incident stress management or setting up a critical incident debriefingfor your team. Resources & People Mentioned International Critical Incident Stress Foundation OSHA’s Critical Incident Stress Guide Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs Connect With Duane https://www.dentalcompliance.com/ toothcop(at)dentalcompliance.com On Facebook On Twitter On LinkedIn On Youtube

As Certified Athletic trainers, we are often the “go to”, the “handle everything” and the “be everywhere” person. We typically put everyone else first. During a time of crisis, this is likely even more the case.  As we find ways to navigate this COVID-19 pandemic, we also have to remember to take care of ourselves. In this episode I am sharing the audio from a presentation that Sandy Lynch Massi, MA, LAT, CCISM gave last summer at the annual RWJBarnabas Health "We Matter Too" Athletic Trainer Summit.  Sandy is the NATA "ATs Care" District 2 Representative. In this talk she presented ways to help Athletic Trainers recognize when you may have neglected yourself for too long and how to create a plan to get you back to your best. She discusses mental health self-assessment, recognizing when you need to make your mental health a priority, strategies for creating your own mental health Emergency Action Plan, and ways to advocate for yourself as part of the plan. Sandy has been a certified athletic trainer and career firefighter/EMT for over 18 years and is an instructor with the International Critical Incident Stress Foundation. She is certified in Critical Incident Stress Management and has participated on the Mercury Critical Incident Response Team, a peer support team for first responders since 2002, currently serving as director. Sandy, along with another peer from NJ, helped organize one of the first peer support teams for athletic trainers in America. Serving as the District 2 representative to the NATA ATs Care Committee,  this position tasks her with coordinating team development, training and requests for service in NJ, PA, DE and NY. Additionally, Sandy is an instructor at the Emergency Services Training Center in Westhampton, NJ. where she teaches EMT and Firefighter courses. Sandy is a Mom to 9 year old Jackson, two pit bulls and a cat. She is married and lives in Delran. While currently sidelined after ACL reconstruction, she enjoys half ironman triathlons and running marathons. Connect with Sandy at lynchATC@yahoo.com About ATs Care: The ATs Care program is designed to offer crisis management training opportunities for athletic trainers dealing with the aftermath of a critical incident or who is having difficult dealing with challenging times personally. The mission of the ATs Care Committee is to aid ATs and AT students who have been through a critical incident by utilizing a peer-to peer-system to assist, monitor and encourage these individuals to seek initial support through state or regional ATs Care teams. https://www.nata.org/membership/about-membership/member-resources/ats-care --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/catalyzing-podcast/message

Mark Twain once said, “The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why.” More often than not, we humans have more questions than answers when it comes to our existence. There has to be a reason why things happen the way they do and why we must go through the trials and tribulations we face in our lives. Co-Host Retired Police Sgt. Steve Wamsley Steve spent 39 years in law enforcement, not just doing normal police work but also teaching classes and was a key member of the Critical Incident Stress Management team. He grew up in a spiritual family and learned some pretty interesting things at a young age, things that some of us spend most of our lives trying to understand and make sense of.

Join Barry, Kristin, and their guest, Chris Scallon, as they talk about his career in law enforcement and why mental health challenges became a part of his journey.Sgt. (Retired) Christopher Scallon is the owner of Survival Mindset Training. Sgt. Scallon MPsy, CCISM, retired as a 24-plus-year veteran of the Norfolk Police Department, holds a Masters in Psychology, BS in Criminal Justice, and is certified in Critical Incident Stress Management from the University of Maryland BC Emergency Health Services. He is the current Director of Public Safety Support for Chateau Recovery and the First Responder Outreach Specialist for Evolution Way Recovery Centers. He connects first responders and veterans to mental health and/or substance abuse programs.Scallon was the founder and first director of the Norfolk Police Department’s Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) & Peer Support Unit and Crisis Intervention Team Co-Coordinator for the Norfolk Police Department. He is a peer and current board member of Virginia Law Enforcement Assistance Program , a certified peer with the West Coast Post Trauma Retreat/First Responder Support Network. Having been involved in multiple shootings, he is intimately familiar with trauma and the consequences of exposure. Scallon is an approved instructor for International Critical Incident Stress Foundation , teaching Basic and Advanced Assisting Individuals in Crisis and Group Crisis Intervention, a certified Mental Health First Aid Instructor (Adult/Veteran Modules) through the National Council for Behavioral Health and Iraq and Afghanistan Veteran’s Association (IAVA), founder of Survival Mindset Training and Consulting, and a Master Trainer for Homefront Protective Group teaching across the country and abroad. Scallon is currently a Training and Technical Assistance Consultant for the Office of Victims of Crimes. He is also on a team tasked with creating a nationally accepted CISM model with the International Association of Chiefs of Police. Previously, a Vicarious Trauma Fellow with IACP and Northeastern University working on a national grant from the U.S. Department of Justice–Office of Victims of Crimes, creating an evidence-based vicarious trauma toolkit for first responders.Scallon is a U.S. Navy Veteran and served as a line officer in the Port Washington, NY Fire Department, Atlantic Hook & Ladder, Light and Heavy Rescue. He was directly involved in multiple traumatic incidents within the aforementioned fire, military, and police agencies in addition to multiple deadly force encounters during his tenure as a police officer, both directly and indirectly. Scallon has first-hand experience with the primary, secondary, and tertiary effects of trauma related to personal and professional relationships.​He has received numerous awards to include the National Top Cop award, Virginia’s Public Safety Medal of Valor (presented by former Governor Tim Kaine), and the Norfolk Police Department’s Medal of Honor. He has received multiple certifications from the Nassau County Fire Service Academy in Long Island, New York.www.survivalmindsetconsulting.com

Founder, Jeff Dill, retired Captain of the Palatine Rural Fire Protection District in Inverness, IL, started Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance (FBHA) to directly educate firefighters/ Emergency Medical Services (EMS) personnel and their families about behavioral health issues such as depression, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), anxiety and addictions, as well as firefighter suicides.FBHA's goal is to provide behavioral health workshops to fire departments and EMS organizations across the globe, focusing on behavioral health awareness with a strong drive towards suicide prevention and promoting resources available to firefighters/EMS and their families.Captain Chad Bird also joins us to discuss what he's got going on within our fire department as the newly promoted Health and Safety Captain and what he is doing to help firefighters with our Critical Incident Stress Management team.Notes:Firefighter Behavioral Health AllianceDonate Here 

A fire department captain takes charge and creates a family assistance plan that not only helps first responders, but also assists their families during and after a post traumatic stress injury. This episode will help you understand how important it is for an employer to develop a program that supports an employee and their family when it comes to mental health issues.

This episode is a wrap up covering the highlights from the Tactical Trauma international conference on pre-hospital critical care and trauma. This conference emphasizes tactical medicine, with a panel of experts speaking throughout the 2 days. 0:10 – Introduction to day 2 wrap up 0:40 – Introduction of the panel 1:15 – Mike Abernethy wraps up his session as a moderator on Day 2. Takeaways include Michael Lauria’s discussion on the preoccupation with protocols and guidelines. 2:45 – Three basic concepts include speed, simplicity, and coordination of care. Tactical medicine boils down to how efficiently one can perform these three tasks using evidence based medicine. Take the lessons learned from the military medicine, and a lot of them can be applied to civilian EMS and in-hospital care. 5:30 – One thing to add, is being able to do the basics very well. These basic skills will lay the foundation for new advanced technologies and interventions. 7:00 – Discussion on Mike Klumpner’s talk on medical best practices at MCI’s. The phrase “Just because you can, doesn’t mean you should” is discussed among the panel members. Being able to look at these mass casualty events, their injuries, and intervention with simplistically is the key. An example here includes an anecdote regarding a vascular neck injury, and the ability to ask “Am I making a difference, or am I delaying definitive care?” 9:30 – The panel discusses the criticism of triage in an MCI setting during day 2. One example given is that during most MCI’s, the triage tags were not used including the Boston Marathon bombing, where triage had to ‘go out the door’. Another example is the way the walking wounded are huddled into a corner and sometimes forgotten, while they may be gravely injured as evidenced in the Manchester bombing. 11:40 – FDNY’s new triage protocols include any penetrating injuries between the clavicle and the pelvis are immediate red tags. 12:15 – Breakout sessions with LEO’s who discussed the medical care of the K9’s. 13:30 – The point on situational awareness with the K9 colleagues is discussed. This includes muzzling them early if gravely injured and in danger. 13:45 – Anesthesiology talks about how dogs have a fenestrated chest cavity, and its importance with a tension pneumothorax. The end result is that the resulting obstructive shock may be worse in dogs. 15:00 – Ketamine takes a hit when it comes to pain control with K9’s for multiple physiologic reasons. Morphine IM 30-50mg was preferred for K9 pain control. 15:35 – Currently, it is a felony in the USA to provide ALS to animals if you are not a veterinarian. Propositions for exclusions for EMS workers trained in animal care are in the works right now. One anecdote is during a NC MCI, kid pools were filled with ice for the explosives K9’s, drawing a parallel to firefighter rehabilitation. 18:05 – Psychosocial aspects when providing medical care is discussed along with PTSD learning points. While feelings of anger and hostility towards your patient may be natural, providers must be able to accept that and continue to give medical care. 19:35 – Learning points in PTSD. One interesting finding was that those with minor injuries who received early intervention developed worse PTSD when compared to those with severe or no injuries. This raises questions on mandatory Critical Incident Stress Management, and how it should always be voluntary. 21:05 – Best practices after tough calls in EMS. Debriefing, assessing for safety, and assuring readiness for the next job are the top priorities. Being able to spend time with your colleagues, who have been through similar experiences versus mandatory CISM is discussed as well. 23:15 – The longer people stay in lockdown during MCI’s, the more likely they are to develop PTSD. Data coming out is showing that school lockdowns are causing PTSD in pediatrics. 24:50 – ‘Just culture’ is discussed, as is the importance of making system level changes to prevent errors. Most of the time, it is organizational culture that leads to mistakes, and not just individual mistakes. 26:10 – No non-discoverable mistakes exist in EMS, as opposed to hospital-based medicine. 26:55 – Takeaways from afternoon lectures including penetrating trauma with Dr. Tom Koenig, tactical medicine in mass casualty events with Dr. Matthew Lengua, OB trauma, and blast injuries. 27:30 – Resuscitative hysterotomies in Finland, and other advanced procedures done quickly and in austere environments. Discussing the decision gap, which the is the time from when the decision to perform a critical procedure is made until when that procedure is performed. 33:30 – Advances in resuscitative hysterotomies and thoracotomies, and there are now clear indications for both. However, this does not mean that Top Cover should be eliminated. 34:00 – Takeaways from blast injuries and penetrating trauma, specifically to the head and neck region. Major points include how EMS Physicians can treat some of these patients in the warm zone with critical interventions. 36:00 – Learning points from the lecture on burn care, and the unpredictability of the burn patient. One takeaway is that due to the current school of thought, providers are over-intubating patients with harm. Studies have also shown that escharotomies performed outside of burn centers are often performed incorrectly and incompletely. 39:30 – Use of vehicles as a weapon of mass destruction has become more common recently. A takeaway is that the extent of injury tends to be worse when the attack is intentional, whether using vehicles or other weapons. Logistically, the scene tends to be complex as it generally encompasses are large area. The discussion is brought up again about how as medical personnel, we can empower and train the general public to help. 48:55 – Next steps include teaching our communities the basic skills that have been proven to save lives, and working together to minimize these threats in the future. 49:15 - Conclusion

In this episode we talk about tools to develop your identity and purpose, how to think better and handle stress, anger, vulnerability, and relationships over time.    My guest is Michael Soto, a former United States Marine and an active volunteer firefighter and emergency medical technician in his home town.    He holds  a Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling, certifications in Critical Incident Stress Management, is a Certified Trauma Professional, and a Certified Family Trauma Professional.   He works with individuals, couples, and families and is an expert on the topics of stress, trauma, and mental toughness. He is dedicated to helping others improve their lives through education, insight, and change.   He loves music, martial arts, and his Harley motorcycle (which he has not had out for a ride in over 3 years - he's been working too hard).   This interview is packed with ideas and tools and was especially fun for me since I am a former firefighter. 

Chaplin Kevin Johnstone’s career path has included being a Chicago Suburban fireman, EMT, paramedic and a Navy Corpsman. Johnstone began working for the L.A. Open Golf Tournament in 1977 and orchestrated every possible aspect of this nationally recognized major public event until attaining the position of General Chairman of the 1984 L.A. Open. He took a position at United Expositions and became vice president of sales and provided services to many of the largest trade shows and conventions in the U.S. In 1991, Johnstone joined Advanstar Expositions. In 1994 he became director of the massive NAMM Show. He also produced the Summer NAMM Show a well as events in Germany, China and Russia. After 18 years he left NAMM. Kevin joined Staff Pro Inc., an affiliate of U.S. Security Associates, and managed many events for Staff Pro including the U.S. Open Tennis event, the GRAMMY’s, the Emmy’s, the Coachella and Stagecoach Music and Arts Festivals, to name just a few. Now, as Safety Operations Manager at the Rock Church & Academy he oversees safety operations, event operations, Safety Team Training, CPS Investigations and helps produce of the Annual Church Safety + Security Conference. He is also a commissioned minister. Kevin serves as a Chaplain for San Diego Fire-Rescue Department, Photographer for the Carlsbad Fire Department and is Past Commander and current Chaplain for the American Legion. He is also certified in Critical Incident Stress Management.www.mhnrnetwork.comwww.positiveconnectionsradio.com

How being self-reliant will help you deal with problems and restore your essential functions in any emergency.   From 1978 to 1990, Mike worked as a field operator at the Pickering Nuclear Power Station, near Toronto, Ontario. In 1991 he moved on to firefighting in northern Ontario, spending 17 years with the City of Greater Sudbury Fire and Emergency Services as a firefighter, Training Officer, Peer Counsellor in Critical Incident Stress Management and Infection Prevention Officer for the Fire Service. Join me as I talk with Michael about his new book and dealing with life's situations.  MUSIC  'Dear Santa' by Lynne Taylor Donovan  http://www.lynnetaylordonovan.com/bio.html

This is it, the tenth and final podcast of Season 2. Critical Incident Stress Management, or CISM, is a process designed for helping those who have experienced traumatic events be able to share their perspectives with others, learn about common stress reactions, express emotions, and obtain information about follow up assistance that might be available. The CISM program for wildland firefighters, which is based upon a peer support model, has been an incredibly effective resource for our personnel. Heath Cota from the Forest Service and Asad Rahman from the BLM join the podcast to share their perspectives about CISM.   This podcast was made possible in part through support from the U. S. Forest Service and the University of Montana. The University of Montana is an equal opportunity provider. 

Join us with our special guest Dr. Jeff Roth for a conversation on how to initiate and lead crisis response teams in the urban school districts. Dr. Jeff Roth joined the Brandywine School District in Delaware where he initiated Operation Cooperation — a school-wide approach to conflict resolution, helped initiate and lead the district Crisis Response Team, and was named School Psychologist of the Year by the Delaware Association of School Psychologists. He developed Instructional Support and Positive Behavior Support teams, a social skills curriculum, and a program of self-directed professional development for school psychologists. He was trained in the PREPaRE Model, Critical Incident Stress Management, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), and Red Cross Disaster Mental Health. He is an American Red Cross Disaster Mental Health volunteer. Dr. Roth received his undergraduate degree in psychology at Temple University. After serving in the Air Force, he practiced social work and returned to graduate school at Temple where he earned his doctorate. During graduate school, Dr. Roth worked as a recreational therapist at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children and taught graduate courses at Arcadia University. He is a licensed psychologist in Delaware. Dr. Roth is an adjunct professor at Wilmington University, Delaware. He co-developed a mentoring program for new school psychologists for the state Department of Education. Dr. Roth authored School Crisis Response: Reflections of a Team Leader (2015) and co-edited Perspectives on School Crisis Response: Reflections from the Field (2018).?

FMBA Nation sits down with Troy Powell from the NJ State FMBA to discuss the Critical Incident Stress Management team and the benefits that this program has to offer to firefighters, EMT's, and Dispatchers that are exposed to critical incidents that cause stressful and behavioral health challenges. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Retired Agent Vincent McNally served in the FBI for 31 years. He was initially hired as a clerical employee. During his agent career, he conducted and led investigations in general criminal violations, espionage, terrorism, white-collar crime, organized crime, and drug violations. In this episode of FBI Retired Case File Review, Vince McNally reviews the case of a mysterious airplane cargo theft of $1 million of negotiable securities stolen from an American Airlines flight traveling between New York and Los Angeles. Later in his career, Vince McNally became an instructor in Crisis (Hostage) Negotiations and Program Manager for the FBI’s Critical Incident Stress Management teams at the FBI Academy. Vince retired after serving as Unit Chief of the Employee Assistance Unit (EAU) at FBI Headquarters. Currently, Vince McNally serves on the Board of Scientific & Professional Advisors of the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress (National Center for Crisis Management). He is a Compassion Fatigue Specialist, Board Certified in Acute Traumatic Stress Management, and Board Certified in Emergency Crisis. He is also a Certified Employee Assistance Professional (CEAP). Vince McNally and I continue our conversation from Episode 36 about the stress and trauma experienced by first responders that results in a higher incidence of suicide. Here's his 10 Point Suicide Reduction Program. He can be contacted via his LinkedIn profile, where he regularly posts articles on critical incidents, trauma, stress, and first responder suicide. Join my reader team and keep up to date on the FBI in books, TV, and movies. Jerri Williams, a retired FBI agent, author and podcaster, attempts to relive her glory days by writing crime fiction about greed and hosting FBI Retired Case File Review, a true crime/history podcast. Her novels—Pay To Play and Greedy Givers—inspired by actual true crime FBI cases and featuring temptation, corruption, and redemption, are available at amazon.com. 

Join Dr. Carlos and Andy as they discuss resilience for first responders with Dr. Stephanie Conn. Dr. Conn began her career as a dispatcher/call-taker for police, fire, & ambulance service. She became a police officer, a member of the Critical Incident Stress Management and Peer Support Team. There, she gained valuable experience helping fellow first responders with their reactions to traumatic events, as well as the day-to-day wear and tear of the job. 

-        Cyndi Doyle, law enforcement officer’s wife and licensed professional counselor, was certified recently in Critical Incident Stress Management and feels that this would be very beneficial in helping first responders. She talks about what she learned in the class and how you can sign up as well. -        Critical Incident Stress Management: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Critical_incident_stress_management -        Dr. Gary Brown: https://drgarybrowntherapy.com/ -        Last Week’s Episode: http://code4couples.libsyn.com/episode-27-a-spoonful-of-poison -        Aspects of CISM: RITS, CMB, Diffusing, and CISD. -        CISM Website: https://icisf.org/ -        My website: www.code4couples.com -        Social Media: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/cyndidoylelpc/           Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cyndi_doyle/?hl=en           LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/cyndidoylelpc/           Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/cyndidoylelpc/pins/                         Twitter - https://twitter.com/cyndidlpc                         YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo8lSBy00E7vJnmh096Svog

Do you ever find yourself repeating a behavior or continuing to make choices that are unhealthy, perhaps unproductive and that keep you stuck? Tune in as Joy and I discuss why hindsight is not always 20/20, why we may not be learning from our "mistakes," and how to gain insight that helps us grow. Joy Eshleman is a licensed clinical professional counselor and has been in private practice for 23 years.  She is certified in Critical Incident Stress Management and her practice focus includes grief, trauma, loss and life adjustments.  Joy loves speaking encouragement to those who desire meaningful lives and healthy relationships.    

Retired Agent Vincent McNally served in the FBI for 31 years. He was first hired as a clerical employee and two years later received an appointment to the special agent position. During his agent career, he conducted and led investigations in general criminal violations, espionage, terrorism, white-collar crime, organized crime, and drug violations. He later became an instructor in Crisis (Hostage) Negotiations and Program Manager for the FBI’s Critical Incident Stress Management teams at the FBI Academy. In this episode of FBI Retired Case File Review, Vince tells us about a hostage negotiation case in Honolulu, Hawaii involving a workplace violence situation. Vince and I also have an open and honest conversation about the stress and trauma experienced by law enforcement personnel, how that affects their work and home life, and results in a higher incidence of suicide.

DR. LANI LEARY: “Dr. Lani Leary returns to Afterlife TV to share with us her extraordinary near-death experience during a routine dentist procedure. She explains how she left her body and saw it from above, visited with her deceased mother (a beautiful reunion), traveled through the infamous near-death experience tunnel, and finally became one with the Light (God/Source/Love). Dr. Lani Leary tells her story with poetic articulation, and then I walk her through it again more slowly to extract the insightful details and life-changing lessons this fascinating trip to the afterlife teaches us. I know you won’t want to miss it." ~ Bob Olson, Afterlife TV Dr. Lani Leary describes her fascinating near-death experience. Listen to the music Dr. Lani Leary talked about during the interview (very similar to what she heard during her near death experience). Watch the first interview with Dr. Lani Leary here… CONTACT DR. LANI LEARY: Dr. Lani Leary welcomes your questions or comments about this video and subject. If you have questions or comments for her, you can contact her at lanileary@msn.com. Let her know you saw the Afterlife TV interview with her. ................................................................... To Purchase Dr. Lani Leary's Book No One Has To Die Alone--please note that THIS BOOK ONLY BRIEFLY MENTIONS HER NEAR-DEATH EXPERIENCE (just so there is no confusion)--the book is primarily focused on helping people prepare themselves and their loved ones for a meaningful death, which is something each of us would benefit a great deal from learning: Buy Lani's book on Amazon by clicking here.. Lani Leary, Ph.D. specializes in work with chronically ill, dying, and bereaved clients. She has worked for the past 25 years as a psychotherapist in private practice, as a chaplain in the intensive care unit of a hospital, and as a counselor in 6 hospices across the country. She served as the director of mental health services at an AIDS clinic, as a professor of Death Studies at George Mason University, and as a researcher at the National Cancer Institute of NIH. Lani has spoken nationally at over 250 conferences including the American Holistic Medical Association, Virginia Association of Hospices, Spirituality and Healthcare, International Sudden Infant Death Symposium, and Omega Institute of Holistic Studies. She is the author of Healing Hands, an internationally best-selling audio tape about therapeutic touch and complimentary approaches to pain management. She is certified in grief therapy, EMDR, hypnotherapy, and Critical Incident Stress Management. WEBSITE: Dr. Lani Leary's website: http://drlanileary.com

DR. LANI LEARY: "Death is inevitable and yet we are so unprepared for it. This episode teaches us what we need to know, need to do, and need to say to the dying and grieving. We are all going to die and, if we live long enough, we are going to be with someone who is dying. In this episode, Dr. Lani Leary shares her amazing experiences and insights about 1) What children need when someone is dying (or has died), 2) What the dying need from us as family, friends and caregivers, and 3) What we need to think about ahead of time to make our own dying experience better. "Only a few avid fans of Afterlife TV were fortunate enough to see this interview, and now is your opportunity to see what you missed. Even if you don’t like to think about death, you’ll be happy that you saw this episode. Lani’s stories are as captivating and entertaining as they are educational. And her life story gives us a hint of how the universe/God, our souls and our spirit guides set up our lives to experience what we came here to do. One of the top three interviews I’ve done in terms of meaning and importance, this is one you’ll never forget.” ~ Bob Olson, Afterlife TV Dr. Lani Leary discusses what matters most to the dying and bereaved. CONTACT DR. LANI LEARY: Dr. Lani Leary welcomes your questions or comments about this video and subject. If you have questions or comments for her, you can contact her at lanileary@msn.com. Tell her you saw the Afterlife TV interview with her. ................................................................... To Purchase Dr. Lani Leary's Book No One Has To Die Alone: http://www.amazon.com (link takes you to Lani's book page). Lani Leary, Ph.D. specializes in work with chronically ill, dying, and bereaved clients. She has worked for the past 25 years as a psychotherapist in private practice, as a chaplain in the intensive care unit of a hospital, and as a counselor in 6 hospices across the country. She served as the director of mental health services at an AIDS clinic, as a professor of Death Studies at George Mason University, and as a researcher at the National Cancer Institute of NIH. Lani has spoken nationally at over 250 conferences including the American Holistic Medical Association, Virginia Association of Hospices, Spirituality and Healthcare, International Sudden Infant Death Symposium, and Omega Institute of Holistic Studies. She is the author of Healing Hands, an internationally best-selling audio tape about therapeutic touch and complimentary approaches to pain management. She is certified in grief therapy, EMDR, hypnotherapy, and Critical Incident Stress Management. WEBSITE: Dr. Lani Leary's website: http://drlanileary.com  

Health Minutes with Dr Holgate. ER24's health talk show on health awareness. Dr Holgate provides us with some insight into the difficult questions often asked in home-based medical care and emergency medicine.

DR. LANI LEARY: "I promised to have Dr. Lani Leary back to tell us about her near death experience so this is it. Lani shares with us the near death experience that occurred during a routine dentist procedure, how she left her body viewing it from above, met and communicated with her deceased mother, traveled through the infamous near-death experience tunnel, and how she became one with the Light (God/Source/Love). After Dr. Lani Leary tells her story with poetic articulation, I walk her through it again to extract the insightful details and life-changing lessons this fascinating trip to the afterlife teaches us." ~ Bob Olson, Afterlife TV Dr. Lani Leary describes her fascinating near death experience. Listen to the music Dr. Lani Leary talked about during the interview (very similar to what she heard during her near death experience). Watch the first interview with Dr. Lani Leary here… CONTACT DR. LANI LEARY: Dr. Lani Leary welcomes your questions or comments about this video and subject. If you have questions or comments for her, you can contact her at lanileary@msn.com. Tell her you saw the Afterlife TV interview with her. ................................................................... To Purchase Dr. Lani Leary's Book No One Has To Die Alone (Amazon)--please note that THIS BOOK ONLY BRIEFLY MENTIONS HER NEAR-DEATH EXPERIENCE (just so there is no confusion)--the book is primarily focused on helping people prepare themselves and their loved ones for a meaningful death, which is something each of us would benefit a great deal from learning: http://www.amazon.com (link takes you to Lani's book page). Lani Leary, Ph.D. specializes in work with chronically ill, dying, and bereaved clients. She has worked for the past 25 years as a psychotherapist in private practice, as a chaplain in the intensive care unit of a hospital, and as a counselor in 6 hospices across the country. She served as the director of mental health services at an AIDS clinic, as a professor of Death Studies at George Mason University, and as a researcher at the National Cancer Institute of NIH. Lani has spoken nationally at over 250 conferences including the American Holistic Medical Association, Virginia Association of Hospices, Spirituality and Healthcare, International Sudden Infant Death Symposium, and Omega Institute of Holistic Studies. She is the author of Healing Hands, an internationally best-selling audio tape about therapeutic touch and complimentary approaches to pain management. She is certified in grief therapy, EMDR, hypnotherapy, and Critical Incident Stress Management. WEBSITE: Dr. Lani Leary's website: http://drlanileary.com

Good afternoon everyone! Whitney and I are back with episode 11 of Within the Trenches. This week we spoke with Cheryl, a dispatcher and Critical Incident Stress Management, (CISM) team member with SunComm in Yakima, WA. This was an interesting episode because we were battling with the Internet, our friend and foe. We dealt with some issues over Skype and the audio was cutting in and out but after some good editing, you can't even tell that anything messed up. Despite the technical difficulties this episode was excellent and Cheryl shared some great stories with us. We touch on PTSD and below you can follow some links that will take you to the articles we mentioned within the show. On behalf of Whitney and I, we thank you for being so open with us and our audience. Personal stories can be hard to share but helping others learn from it is one of our ultimate goals with this show. If you want to reach Cheryl for all things CISM, please send us an email and we will get you in contact with her. Coming up next week, Whitney and I will be doing an episode where we will be doing a Q & A from the listeners, playing 9-1-1 calls, discussing different topics and we will be live on Spreaker! Enjoy the show, share it with all you know and as always, you can email us at thejcast@thejabberlog.com. Hazards of Being A 9-1-1 Dispatcher | Link Study: 911 Dispatchers Experience PTSD Symptoms Too | Link Green Cross Academy of Traumatology (GCAT) | Link    

DR. LANI LEARY: "This is a conversation that everyone one of us needs to have, yet few are prepared for in life. Too many people in our society have no idea how to properly help a loved one who's dying. We don't know what to say, how to act or what needs the dying have. Similarly, many don't know what to say to the grieving or how to act around their presence either. This Afterlife TV episode offers a revealing conversation with Dr. Lani Leary who is an authority on how to find peace and meaning in both death and bereavement." ~ Bob Olson, Afterlife TV Dr. Lani Leary discusses what matters most to the dying and bereaved. CONTACT DR. LANI LEARY: Dr. Lani Leary welcomes your questions or comments about this video and subject. If you have questions or comments for her, you can contact her at lanileary@msn.com. Tell her you saw the Afterlife TV interview with her. ................................................................... To Purchase Dr. Lani Leary's Book No One Has To Die Alone (Amazon affiliate): http://www.amazon.com (link takes you to Lani's book page). Lani Leary, Ph.D. specializes in work with chronically ill, dying, and bereaved clients. She has worked for the past 25 years as a psychotherapist in private practice, as a chaplain in the intensive care unit of a hospital, and as a counselor in 6 hospices across the country. She served as the director of mental health services at an AIDS clinic, as a professor of Death Studies at George Mason University, and as a researcher at the National Cancer Institute of NIH. Lani has spoken nationally at over 250 conferences including the American Holistic Medical Association, Virginia Association of Hospices, Spirituality and Healthcare, International Sudden Infant Death Symposium, and Omega Institute of Holistic Studies. She is the author of Healing Hands, an internationally best-selling audio tape about therapeutic touch and complimentary approaches to pain management. She is certified in grief therapy, EMDR, hypnotherapy, and Critical Incident Stress Management. WEBSITE: Dr. Lani Leary's website: http://drlanileary.com