Responder Resilience

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April 9, 2025

Clinician's Guide to Wellness Programs and Internships with Wendy Hummell | S5 E15

In this Clinician’s Guide for mental health professionals and savvy first responders, we sit down with Wendy Hummell, a retired detective turned health and wellness manager. We’ll dive into the challenges of introducing wellness to Law enforcement culture, the need for supportive internship program…
Guest: Wendy Hummell
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Clinician's Guide to Wellness Programs and Internships with Wendy Hummell | S5 E15
April 2, 2025

Responder's Survival Guide: Stress Less, Forgive More with Dr. Fred Luskin | S5 E14

Are you feeling overwhelmed by extreme stress or struggling with feelings of resentment? In this enlightening episode, we feature Dr. Frederic Luskin, the renowned director of the Stanford University Forgiveness Projects.
Guest: Fred Luskin
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Responder's Survival Guide: Stress Less, Forgive More with Dr. Fred Luskin | S5 E14
March 26, 2025

Building The Bulletproof Mind with Lt. Col. Dave Grossman | S5 E13

Tune in for a compelling episode featuring Lt. Col. Dave Grossman, a distinguished former Army Ranger and leading expert on combat psychology and resilience. This engaging conversation reveals essential techniques for cultivating mental toughness and effectively managing trauma responses in the hig…
Guest: Dave Grossman
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Building The Bulletproof Mind with Lt. Col. Dave Grossman | S5 E13
March 19, 2025

Jason Patton—Saving Lives Through Connection and Comedy | S5 E12

In this encore episode, get ready to meet charismatic firefighter/paramedic Jason Patton, the creative force behind Fire Department Chronicles.
Guest: Jason Patton
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Jason Patton—Saving Lives Through Connection and Comedy | S5 E12
March 12, 2025

Clinician’s Guide to Building Trust with Law Enforcement | S5 E11

This episode explores the vital connection between mental health and law enforcement. Dr. Medina Baumgart shares insights on the critical role of embedded clinicians, the mental health challenges retired officers face, and the importance of peer support programs.
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Clinician’s Guide to Building Trust with Law Enforcement | S5 E11
March 5, 2025

Clinician's Guide to Peer Support and Officer Wellness | S5 E10

Join us for a compelling dialogue for clinicians and savvy first responders, with Captain Mike Fumiatti of the New Haven Police Department as we dig into the importance of police peer support in law enforcement.
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Clinician's Guide to Peer Support and Officer Wellness | S5 E10
Feb. 26, 2025

Mental Health Canines in Crisis Response | S5 E9

In this episode for clinicians and savvy first responders, we speak with Brad Cole, Executive Director of K9 First Responders, Inc. We explore the four categories of Crisis Mental Health Canines and what sets each apart.
Guest: Brad Cole
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Mental Health Canines in Crisis Response | S5 E9
Feb. 19, 2025

Confronting Vicarious Trauma: A Self-Care Guide | S5 E8

In this episode, we welcome Dr. Falisa Asberry, a retired law enforcement veteran and Peacock Training & Consulting Group CEO.
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Confronting Vicarious Trauma: A Self-Care Guide | S5 E8
Feb. 12, 2025

The Story Behind “Cycling for a Cause” | S5 E7

Join us for an inspiring episode featuring Joe Matthews, retired Captain of the New York City Fire Department. As we explore his remarkable FDNY career, Joe shares how his experiences shaped his identity and resilience. Discover the transformative journey that led him to cycle coast to coast for ch…
Guest: Joe Matthews
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The Story Behind “Cycling for a Cause” | S5 E7
Feb. 5, 2025

Clinician’s Guide to In-Patient Treatment Facilities | S5 E6

In this Clinician's Guide episode, we sit down with Patrick Fitzgibbons, retired police commander and Shatterproof Community Liaison Lead at FHE Health. We explore the essential topic of specialized addiction and mental health treatment programs designed for first responders.
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Clinician’s Guide to In-Patient Treatment Facilities | S5 E6
Jan. 29, 2025

Addressing Retirement, Moral Injury and Suicide | S5 E5

In this episode, we chat with Jeff Dill, Founder and CEO of the Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance (FBHA). Jeff shares insights on moral injury, the cultural brainwashing that affects first responders, and the alarming statistics related to firefighter suicides.
Guest: Jeff Dill
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Addressing Retirement, Moral Injury and Suicide | S5 E5
Jan. 22, 2025

EMDR for EMS: Healing Off-Duty Trauma | S5 E4

In this impactful episode, we address the vital mental health challenges faced by EMS and first responders, including post-traumatic stress and the effects of "buffing" calls—responding to emergencies off-duty.
Guest: Frank Glowski
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EMDR for EMS: Healing Off-Duty Trauma | S5 E4
Jan. 15, 2025

Frank Leto—Success Stories from FDNY’s Counseling Service Unit | S5 E3

Tune in for a candid conversation highlighting behavioral health's critical role in emergency services. In this powerful episode, we sit down with Frank Leto (Ret.), Captain and Deputy Director of the FDNY Counseling Service Unit (CSU), to discuss the profound impact of 9/11 on firefighter behavior…
Guest: Frank Leto
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Frank Leto—Success Stories from FDNY’s Counseling Service Unit | S5 E3
Jan. 8, 2025

Clinician’s Guide to Working with Unique Fire And Law Populations | S5 E2

In this episode of our clinician masterclass series, we dive into the unique challenges faced by wildland firefighters and specialized law enforcement units like the Border Patrol, FBI, US Marshals, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco & Firearms. Join psychologist Dr. Robbie Adler-Tapia as she share…
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Clinician’s Guide to Working with Unique Fire And Law Populations | S5 E2
Jan. 1, 2025

Responder Retirement: Navigating Life 2.0 (Part 2) | S5 E1

By popular demand, we’re thrilled to bring back this powerful episode as an encore! In the second part of this mini-documentary, Responder Resilience continues the deep dive into the topic of first responder retirement. We are joined by a panel of twenty-one retired or active first responders and r…
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Responder Retirement: Navigating Life 2.0 (Part 2) | S5 E1