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What Can First Responder Do When Struggling with Mental Health Issues?

There is a heavy burden on the lives of first responders. Police, emergency operators and first-responders all encounter potentially traumatic events and life-threatening situations almost every day. It is not only physically demanding but also mentally exhausting too. First responders experience a higher rate of mental illness than the general population. For years, the experience…

What Are the Most Common Mental Health Challenges Faced by First Responders?

First responders are the lifeblood of our communities, frequently referred to as heroes for their tireless work to keep us safe and help save lives in times of peril. When the world is running away from the burning building, first responders are running in — helping when help is needed most, often at unimaginable cost.…

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How Frequently Do I Need to Go to Counseling?

How frequently should you attend therapy? The ideal option is weekly so that it allows for exploration and creating a strong connection but that can depend on the individual. So, your concerns are suggesting methods of therapy, and the practicalities of everyday life all contribute. Talking to your therapist will help you identify the days…

How Can I Tell if Therapy is Right for Me?

For some of us, life throws so many punches that we wonder how to get through it or who or what can help? So, some people are asking themselves, “Should I go back to therapy? And you might be wondering — how many people is this? So many people are asking the very same question…